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Jeera Raita Squid
🇮🇳 Indian

Jeera Raita Squid

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Bhavnagar cooking — Jeera Raita Squid brings a jeera touch with a classic raita finish. About 39 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 24 min Cook 15 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Squid400 g, rings

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

Video: ZERA PODINAI KA RAITA | ROASTED CUMIN RAITA | EASY RESTAURANT STYLE RAITA | COOKING WITH RAKHSHI · on YouTube