Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

raita

Noun

/ˈraɪ.tə/

Definition

Raita is a traditional Indian side dish made from yogurt and various herbs and spices, often served with rice dishes or flatbreads to balance their flavors.

Examples

To add some freshness to your meal, try serving a cucumber raita alongside your biryani.
She prepared a spicy curry, complemented perfectly by mint raita to cool the heat.
The raita was made with yogurt, diced tomatoes, and a sprinkle of cumin.