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Tropical Raita

We used our coconut yogurt to keep this raita dairy-free and extra smooth. It’s the perfect balance of creamy and tangy, great for dipping, spreading, or serving alongside your favorite Malaysian dishes.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pcs of Seed Loaf lightly toasted for extra crunchiness
  • 250g of Gutsuka Plain Coconut Yogurt
  • 90g of cucumber grated & squeeze out excess water
  • 1 clove of garlic minced
  • 2 shallots sliced
  • 1 cili padi
  • 2 tbsp of mint leaves chopped
  • 3 tbsp of coriander chopped
  • 2 tsp of lemon juice
  • 1/3 tsp cumin ground
  • 1/3 tsp coriander seeds ground
  • 1/4 tsp chilli powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Creamy Tropical Raita spread on toasted bread, with jars of Gutsuka Plain Coconut Yogurt in the background.

Method:

  1. Finely grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This ensures your raita stays thick and creamy.
  2. Finely chop the mint and coriander. Thinly slice the shallots and cili padi, and mince the garlic.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine our Gutsuka Plain Coconut Yogurt with the lemon juice and ground spices.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, sliced shallots, and cili padi so the flavors start to infuse into the yogurt.
  5. Gently fold in the prepared cucumber and the chopped herbs. Stir until everything is well incorporated, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Lightly toast the seed loaf slices with some oil until golden and crunchy.
  7. Generously spread the raita over the toasted bread. Garnish with a pinch more chili powder and a fresh mint leaf for a beautiful, café-style finish!