Quick Lauki Ka Raita, Bottle Gourd Refreshing Yogurt Delight
Lauki ka Raita is a refreshing yogurt delight made from grated bottle gourd mixed with yogurt.
This Lauki ka raita is a perfect example of simplicity, showcasing how standard ingredients transform into a harmonious and flavorful accompaniment. Although Lauki ka Raita may not be the most popular dish, it often takes a humble place on the table yet never fails to captivate taste buds. This yogurt-based side dish adds a refreshing touch to meals, bringing a perfect balance to the rich and diverse flavors of Indian food.
The mild, subtle flavor of lauki (bottle gourd) complements the creamy texture of yogurt, creating a refreshing and cooling effect on the palate. The gentle crunch of grated bottle gourd adds a delightful element, while the yogurt base lends a tangy and savory note. The harmony between these elements makes Lauki ka Raita a versatile side dish that pairs effortlessly with spicy curries, biryanis, and various Indian breads like roti and paratha.
Beyond its delicious taste, Lauki ka Raita offers many health benefits. Bottle gourd is known for its high water content, making it a hydrating addition to the meal. The combination of yogurt and lauki provides a good dose of probiotics, which help in digestion and promote good health. This Lauki ka Raita is an excellent dip to enjoy during the summer.
Watch the video, follow step-by-step instructions with the photos, and make this delicious healthy lauki ka raita at home in 15 minutes. For लौकी का रायता in Hindi, the video has subtitles in Hindi.
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Quick Lauki Ka Raita, Bottle Gourd Refreshing Yogurt Delight
Ingredients
- 125 grams Bottle Gourd
- 1½ cups Yogurt
- Rock Salt or Normal salt or Sendha Salt as per taste
- 1 Green Chilies
- ¼ tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper Powder
- ¼ tsp Ginger Powder
- Fresh Coriander
- Red Chili Powder
Instructions
- Take 125 grams of bottle gourd. Wash and wipe it with a clean napkin.Tip*- Ensure you select a green in color and thin vegetable. A thinner bottle gourd (Lauki) has fewer seeds or is seedless.
- Cut off the top front part, then cut it in half and peel off the skin.
- Grate the gourd using the large holes of the grater. Be quick in this process; the bottle gourd may turn black when exposed to air. To prevent this, soak it in water if required until you boil it.
- Add water into a pan and let it boil. Add the grated gourd into the hot water. Boil it for a minute or two.
- After one to two minutes, press the gourd (Lauki) with your finger to check it is cooked.
- Strain the water and squeeze the excess water with a spoon.
- Take 1½ cups of yogurt or dahi and whisk it well until smooth.
- Add one chopped green chili, fresh coriander, ¼ tsp ginger powder, ¼ tsp black pepper powder, ¼ tsp roasted cumin powder, rock salt, or (sendha namak or common salt) as per taste. Mix all the ingredients well.Tip* – Use sendha namak when preparing the raita for fasting.
- Add the gourd (Lauki) and mix all the ingredients. Tip*- Add water if required and adjust the consistency.
- Finally, garnish with fresh coriander on the top and sprinkle some red chili powder as per the taste for extra flavor, which is optional.
- The raita is now ready to serve!
How to Make Lauki Ka Raita at Home Step by Step Photos
- Take 125 grams of bottle gourd. Wash and wipe it with a clean napkin. Tip*- Ensure you select a green in color and thin vegetable. A thinner bottle gourd (Lauki) has fewer seeds or is seedless.
- Cut off the top front part, then cut it in half and peel off the skin.
- Grate the gourd using the large holes of the grater. Be quick in this process; the bottle gourd may turn black when exposed to air. To prevent this, soak it in water if required until you boil it.
- Add water into a pan and let it boil. Add the grated gourd into the hot water. Boil it for a minute or two.
- After one to two minutes, press the gourd (Lauki) with your finger to check it is cooked.
- Strain the water and squeeze the excess water with a spoon.
- Take 1½ cups of yogurt or dahi and whisk it well until smooth.
- Add one chopped green chili, fresh coriander, ¼ tsp ginger powder, ¼ tsp black pepper powder, ¼ tsp roasted cumin powder, rock salt, or (sendha namak or common salt) as per taste. Mix all the ingredients well. Tip* – Use sendha namak when preparing the raita for fasting.
- Add the gourd (Lauki) and mix all the ingredients.Tip*- Add water if required and adjust the consistency.
- Finally, garnish with fresh coriander on the top and sprinkle some red chili powder as per the taste for extra flavor, which is optional.
- The raita is now ready to serve!
FAQs
What is Lauki ka Raita?
Lauki ka Raita is a refreshing yogurt delight made from grated bottle gourd mixed with yogurt. This Lauki ka raita is a perfect example of simplicity, showcasing how standard ingredients transform into a harmonious and flavorful accompaniment. Although Lauki ka Raita may not be the most popular dish, it often takes a humble place on the table yet never fails to captivate taste buds.
What are Lauki ka raita benefits?
Beyond its delicious taste, Lauki ka raita offers many health benefits. Bottle gourd is known for its high water content, making it a hydrating addition to the meal. The combination of yogurt and lauki provides a good dose of probiotics, which help in digestion and promote good health. This Lauki ka Raita is an excellent dip to enjoy during the summer.
How to make bottle gourd raita?
– Take 125 grams of bottle gourd. Wash and wipe it with a clean napkin. Cut off the top front part, then cut it in half and peel off the skin.
– Grate the gourd using the large holes of the grater. Be quick in this process; the bottle gourd may turn black when exposed to air.
– Add water into a pan and let it boil. Add the grated gourd into the hot water. Boil it for a minute or two.
– After one to two minutes, press the gourd (Lauki) with your finger to check it is cooked.
– Strain the water and squeeze the excess water with a spoon.
– Take 1½ cups of yogurt or dahi and whisk it well until smooth.
– Add one chopped green chili, fresh coriander, ¼ tsp ginger powder, ¼ tsp black pepper powder, ¼ tsp roasted cumin powder, and salt. Mix all the ingredients well.
– Add the gourd (Lauki) and mix all the ingredients.
– Finally, garnish with fresh coriander on the top, sprinkle some red chili powder, and serve.
What can you eat with lauki ka raita?
Lauki ka Raita a versatile side dish that pairs effortlessly with spicy curries, biryanis, and various Indian breads like roti and paratha.
Conclusion
In this Lauki ka raita recipe, we share how to make healthy and delicious lauki ka raita at home in 15 minutes. Lauki is known as Kaddu in Marathi, Bottle Gourd in English, and dudhi (doodhi) in Hindi and Gujarati. It is the same raita recipe. This lauki ka raita is a side dish that pairs well with spicy curries, biryanis, Indian bread roti, or paratha, and even during fasting, you can relish this flavorful raita with rajgira roti, or aloo paratha, sama rice, and even with sabudana vada. Skip red chili powder if you don’t eat during fasting. If you like this recipe, please rank us and leave a comment.