For the Tempering
Steam the grated bottle gourd for 3 minutes or you may use it raw. Allow to cool.
Mix together the peanut curd, steamed gourd, chopped onions and grated coconut. The consistency should be like that of a thick but pourable batter. If it is too thick, add 1- 2 tablespoons of water.
For the tempering, heat a pan and roast the mustard seeds. Once they sputter, add ginger and green chilli and dry fry for a minute. Add the curry leaves and coriander leaves. Stir and turn the heat off. Add this to the curd – gourd mixture. Finally add salt to taste and mix well.
‘Raita with a Difference’ is ready to be served.
Serves 3-4