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Fried Aubergine Raita

Fried Aubergine Raita

By OcadoLifePublished on 06 October 2026A side of yoghurt is the perfect accompaniment to an Indian meal, and this five-ingredient gluten-free Fried Aubergine Raita from YouTuber and cookbook author Chetna Makan is simple to rustle up while your curry is cooking. Serve it with Chetna’s Yoghurt Chicken Korma and Epic Veg Pulao for a feasting menu to remember.
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Time and servings

15 minsTotal time
4Servings
5 minsPrep time
10 minsCooking time

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 aubergine, cut into 1 cm cubes
  • 200g natural yoghurt
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp chilli powder
  • 2 tbsp chopped coriander (optional)

Method

  • Step 1

    Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat, and fry the aubergine for 6-8 mins, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden.

  • Step 2

    In a bowl, mix the yoghurt with 50ml water, ¼ tsp salt, the cumin and chilli powder until smooth.

  • Step 3

    Spoon the aubergine over the yoghurt; top with coriander, if liked.