Onion & cumin raita

Yoghurt mellows spices, adds coolness to the palate and lends freshness. A raita is a mix of yoghurt and varying ingredients, from onions to pomegranates or bananas, and works well with any thali. This particular raita, made with onion and cumin, is my mother’s favourite. Roast a couple of Masala Papads and dip them into the raita.