Many types of raita are made during summer days which not only enhance the taste of food, but also keep gut health good and the body hydrated. Makhana raita is also a great dish for the summer season. In this article, we will know the best ways to make and eat it in five different ways.
Makhana is a food that is very low in calories but is a powerhouse of nutrients, while curd is also an excellent source of protein and is rich in many vitamins and minerals. Consumption of both these things is very beneficial in summer, as it helps in keeping the body cool and hydrated. While Makhana has a cooling effect and is fiber rich, curd improves your gut health in summer, which keeps digestion healthy. Also, this combination has many health benefits. Making Makhana Raita is also very easy and does not take much time. In this article, we will know 5 such ways to make Makhana Raita, which gives good health along with taste.
To make Makhana Raita in a simple way, first of all Makhana has to be roasted till it becomes crunchy. After this, beat the curd well so that it becomes smooth. After this, mix Makhana in curd, add black pepper, black salt and serve it. Apart from this simple Raita, you can make Makhana Raita in many ways and enhance its taste. Let's know.
Mint flavoured Raita
Instead of simple makhana raita, you can make mint flavored raita. Which will give you more freshness in summer. Mint also contains many nutrients which are beneficial for health. For this, grind a green chilli with some mint leaves and mix it in makhana raita. Take some fresh leaves and break them and garnish with it. Also add basic spices to it. Your tasty makhana raita is ready.
Make seasoned raita
Some people do not like simple raita. In such a case, you can make raita with tempering. Mix basic spices in makhana raita and heat a teaspoon of mustard oil for tempering, add a pinch of turmeric, fry cumin seeds, add chopped green chillies and curry leaves along with asafoetida at the end and add tempering. Tasty makhana raita with tempering is ready.
Makhana Nuts Raita is amazing
After some time in curd, makhanas become very soft. In such a situation, to give a nutty flavour, you can add nuts like pistachio, cashew and almond to the makhana raita, which will give a crunchy flavour and this raita will also taste very tasty. Add a little sugar along with salt to this raita. If you are a fitness freak, then you can choose healthy options for sweetness like jaggery, honey or raw khad.
Makhana Anardana Raita
If pomegranate seeds are added to Makhana Raita, its taste doubles. You can enjoy it apart from eating it. An easy method has to be used in this also. Roast Makhana and mix it in curd. Add pomegranate seeds to it and also mix some sugar along with the basic spices.
Low Fat Makhana Raita
If you are a fitness freak and you feel that curd has a lot of fat, then you can make makhana raita with buttermilk or you can use yogurt for this. If you use yogurt instead of curd, the taste will be more creamy and yogurt contains more probiotics which improve digestion.
