Mint Coriander Raita - Biryani Side dish

Mint Coriander Raita is a yogurt based accompaniment. It is usually served as a side dish to Pulav, biryani or with Indian starters. It is more refreshing and quick dish and goes well with  Biryani especially . Please check below for step by step instructions and pictures for preparing Pudina Kothamalli Thayir Pachadi

Preparation Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 0 mins 

Ready In: 5 mins 

Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients:
Table 1 : To Grind

Mint Leaves tightly packed	1/8  Cup
Coriander Leaves tightly packed	1/6 Cup
Yogurt/Curd	2 tbsp
Green Chilly	1

Table 2 : 

Yogurt/ Curd	1/2  Cup
Cumin powder	1/4 tsp
Salt

Instructions:

• Grind all the ingredients( Mint Leaves, coriander leaves, yogurt and green chilly) mentioned in table 1 to a smooth paste.

• Whisk yogurt in a bowl. Add salt and cumin powder. Add grind-ed mixture and mix well. chill and serve with biryani.

Tips:

• Some people prefer less mint taste in raita. Add the grind-ed mixture little by little to the yogurt  and check the taste. 
• Variation can be done by adding 1/2 tsp of chaat masala
• Adjust green chilly to your taste.
• Don't add stalks of mint. Add only mint leaves.

Mint Cilantro Raita / Mint Cilantro Yogurt Gravy / Mint Cilantro Curd Gravy / Biryani Side dish