Mango Raita
by Tarla Dalal
mango raita recipe | aam ka raita | sweet mango raita | healthy mango raita | with 9 amazing images.
A tongue-tickling mango raita that you must try in the mango season. aam ka raita is made from mangoes, fresh curd, sugar (optional) and cardamom. Mango, the king of fruits is available for like 3 months in the entire year. Though there are ways to preserve the mango pulp, but the joy of making sweet treats using the mango, like mango raita during the season is just delightful.
The flavour of mangoes combines beautifully with the pleasant taste and creaminess of fresh curds in mango raita. Slightly sweetened and tinged with cardamom, the mango raita tastes heavenly.
Notes on mango raita recipe. 1. For preparing the mango raita, wash mangoes and remove the skin of mango. We have used ripe sweet mangoes of the alphonso variety. 2. For making the quick and easy mango raita recipe, in a deep bowl take fresh curd. Ensure it is not sour or else the raita will be khatta. 3. Add the powdered sugar. You can substitute it with honey or totally skip if your mangoes are sweet enough. 4. Another way to make the aam ka raita is by mixing curd with ½ cup of mango pulp and add 1 cup of mango cubes.
See why this is a healthy mango raita? We suggest you skip the addition of sugar and use sweet mangoes in the recipe. The most important role Mango has is to build our immune system by building our white blood cells (WBC)white blood cells (WBC) and in turn help to keep diseases like common cold and cough at bay. Another key nutrient that mango is brimming with is magnesium. This mineral along with potassium helps to in maintaining normal heart rate, relaxes the blood vessels and keeps high blood pressure also under check. Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice.
Enjoy this yummy mango raita with puri or rotis, or just enjoy it plain chilled! When the mango season is in full blast.
Learn to make mango raita recipe | aam ka raita | sweet mango raita | healthy mango raita | with step by step photos below.
Mango Raita recipe - How to make Mango Raita
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Makes 4 servings
For Mango Raita
1 1/2 cups mango cubes
1 1/2 cups fresh curd (dahi)
1 1/2 tbsp powdered sugar
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
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- Add the mangoes and mix well. Refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes.
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Mango Raita Video by Tarla Dalal
Recipes using mango
- Mango, the king of fruits is available for like 3 months in the entire year. Though there are ways to preserve the mango pulp, but the joy of making sweet treats using the mango during the season is just delightful. Like mango raita recipe | aam ka raita | sweet mango raita | healthy mango raita | then here are a few of my favorite recipes made using mangoes :
How to make Mango Raita
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For preparing the mango raita recipe | aam ka raita | sweet mango raita | healthy mango raita | wash mangoes and remove the skin of mango. We have used ripe sweet mangoes of the alphonso variety.
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Cut the mango into cubes and keep aside. See why we love mangoes? Another key nutrient that mango is brimming with is magnesium. This mineral along with potassium helps to in maintaining normal heart rate, relaxes the blood vessels and keeps blood pressure also under check. research shows that moderate consumption of mangoes could assist in weight loss. This is because mangoes are rich in fiber. When mango is in season, a diabetic can occasionally satisfy his/her cravings of this delicious fruit within the suggested serving size i.e. ½ mango or 2 to 3 slices.
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For making the quick and easy mango raita recipe, in a deep bowl take fresh curd. Ensure it is not sour or else the raita will be khatta. We have used homemade curd made using this recipe of fresh curd. See why we love curds? Curd is one of the richest source of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet.
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Add the powdered sugar (optional). You can substitute it with honey or totally skip if your mangoes are sweet enough. So use sweets mangoes, skip sugar and this becomes a healthy mango raita.
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Also, add the cardamom powder. A few strands of saffron can also be added to elevate the taste of the mango raita.
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Mix well using a whisk till the sugar incorporates very well.
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Add the mangoes.
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Mix well and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. Another way to make the mango raita | aam ka raita | sweet mango raita | healthy mango raita | is by mixing curd with ½ cup of mango pulp and add 1 cup of mango cubes.
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Serve the mango raita chilled. Since, this is a sweet raita recipe we are not adding any spices, but if you like, sprinkle little jeera powder and chilli powder to elevate the taste of mango raita.
- Some of the easy fruit raita recipes on our website are. Pineapple Raita, Strawberry and Black Grape Raita and Mooli and Fruit Raita.
| Energy | 145 cal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 17.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 5.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 12 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1560.1 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 9.1 mg |
| Folic Acid | 4.2 mcg |
| Calcium | 164.9 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 156 mg |
| Phosphorus | 105.9 mg |
| Sodium | 27.9 mg |
| Potassium | 175.1 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
It''s a delicious recipe .I enjoyed the raita vt chapati all alone.so nutritious and yummy..
Mango Raita.. wow.. this sweet raita is just too good.. The sweetness is perfect.. the mangoes and curd goes so well.. with a light taste of cardamom.. This has to be served chilled.. I enjoyed this raita with plain Puri.. Thank you for this recipe..