By Devi Poojari
April 28, 2024
Besides being extremely cooling for the summers, consuming yoghurt in a variety of condiments can make meal times feel like fun. Adding fresh ingredients like herbs, vegetables or even spices are a great way to boost flavours of meals as well as create balance.
One of the most popular types of Indian accompaniments to biryani, spicy curries and more, the raita is enjoyed in a host of variations.
Loaded with fresh cucumber, herbs like mint and dill, the tzatziki is a multi-purpose sauce that can be enjoyed with grilled meats, pita bread or even pulao.
A simple preparation of Greek yoghurt mixed with lemon juice, salt-pepper and garlic, this sauce is versatile enough to feature with salads or dollop over burrito bowls.
Made with hung curd, labneh is a type of fresh ‘cheese’ that is perfect to spread over toast, eat on a charcuterie board or toasted pita.
Think of toum – a creamy and garlickly condiment, but enriched with yoghurt for more texture – that is enjoyable inside a shawarma or with kebabs.
A teaspoon or two of mustard paste combined with yoghurt is not only delicious as is with vegetables or meat, but can also make for an excellent base to simmer some seafood or paneer in.