Dips, Chutney & Raita Archive

  • Cucumber Cherry Salsa

    Cucumber Cherry Salsa

    Mexican Cucumber Cherry Salsa with a hint of lemon and hand ground Jalapeno-Cilantro paste

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  • Cucumber Raitha | Cucumber Yogurt Dip

    Cucumber Raitha | Cucumber Yogurt Dip

    Summer has officially began. But the Sun god has covered up herself behind the heaviest of grey clouds. Still I am glad that it is SUMMER and the temperature has soared up. Okay unlike last year I won’t complain about the heat because I had enough this winter. Back in India, I used to eagerly await [...]

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  • Apple Sundried tomato Chutney

    Apple Sundried tomato Chutney

    There is a sign for a new beginning. Chirping birds, vibrant daffodils, fragrance wafting from the recent bloom indicate that the spring has finally arrived. Rain has made these plants ready for another memorable journey. And At last the brutal and long winter has come to an end. Sigh. What a relief. I never thought [...]

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  • Mixed Fruit Raitha

    Mixed Fruit Raitha

    Mixed fruit raitha is one dish you will always find in my get together menu. It is relished by everyone irrespective of ages, especially kiddos love it. Kids are usually finicky about eating spicy food, so I normally serve roti/paratha with this raitha. Trust me in no time their plate will be empty. This makes [...]

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  • White Pumpkin Pachadi

    White Pumpkin Pachadi

    White Pumpkin pachadi is one of my favorites that my Mom (Amba) makes. She makes this during festivals or Ammavasai (New Moon) pooja. It is also served in wedding during the lunch meal. Ingredients White Pumpkin – 100 grams [ Peel the skin ] Onion (Sliced)- 1/4 Green Chili – 4 Curd – 1/2 cup Water – 1/4 cup Salt [...]

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