Went to see yesterday MNIK (MY NAME IS KHAN) !!! really I don't prefer to watch movies in the first week, coz gets really over crowded, I prefer some breathing space as people sitting nearby suffocates you with sneezing and coughing, also inconsiderate parents allowing their kids sitting behind kicking your seats, endless disturbance!
If a person has a disability of some sort and does unusual things everybody reacts to it but when normal people behave unjustly in public places like cinemas, It is just not right !!during my movie yesterday I had to break my silence and asked the two ladies sitting next to me to stop making noise with their crisp packets, which went on for ages and it was just driving my patience. So I bravely spoke out to them !!
I would like to ask you fellow bloggers Did I do the right to speak out to them inconsiderate people or Should I have kept quiet? (Snack which makes irritating noise should be eaten before the movie starts or during interval) Because of such distractions in cinema, I prefer to watch movies at home in my own comfort zone!!
Now coming to my recipe, Butternut Squash Raita which my Mum used to prepare, it was her favourite. Very healthy, light, slightly sweet and creamy. This raita is very easy to digest. So quick and easy recipe which can be consumed during the fasting period too.
Instead of butternut squash pumpkin can be used for this recipe.
Yield: 4-6 SERVINGS
BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAITA
This very popular Butternut Squash (Kaddu) raita is a delicious and easy recipe prepared with boiled butternut squash, creamy yogurt, and other basic but flavourful ingredients.
prep time: 5 Mcook time: 10 Mtotal time: 15 M
ingredients:
- 250g butternut squash peeled and diced
- 300g yogurt
- salt to taste
- 1 Tsp. dry roasted cumin seeds
- 1 Tsp. red chili powder
- 2 Tbsp. fresh coriander leaves
instructions:
How to cook BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAITA
- Cook Butternut squash in a microwave with little water till tender about 6-7 minutes or cook on a stove until well done.
- Mash well and leave aside.
- When it gets cool add yogurt and all the other stuff. mix well and it's ready.
- This raita complements really well as a side dish with the rest of the meal.
- Enjoy!
NOTES:
I have used full-fat Greek yogurt, but you can use any.
For a vegan version use vegan yogurt such as soya yogurt.
For a vegan version use vegan yogurt such as soya yogurt.
Calories
76.24
76.24
Fat (grams)
1.44
1.44
Sat. Fat (grams)
0.79
0.79
Carbs (grams)
12.42
12.42
Fiber (grams)
2.31
2.31
Net carbs
10.12
10.12
Sugar (grams)
6.58
6.58
Protein (grams)
4.69
4.69
Sodium (milligrams)
220.81
220.81
Cholesterol (grams)
4.50
4.50
The nutritional information provided is an approximation calculated by an online calculator. Please consult a professional dietitian for nutritional advice.
All rights reserved -2010-2020 Jagruti's Cooking Odyssey
Enjoy !!
Sending this Raita to Mahimaa's event Cooking Basic Event .
With summer approaching will look forward to such coolant raitas.
ReplyDeleteI agree it's irritating at times especially when it comes from grown ups, I think telling politely to stop it is a right thing.
u hve described beautifuly the experiance....and nice recipe tooo..
ReplyDeleteeasy and healthy........
ReplyDeleteHi
ReplyDelete@ Pari; that's what I did !!
@ Vanilla' people bring their own crisps packets which makes noise,coz cinema food is expensive..
hey.. nice raita.. loved the pic..the presentation.. i can get the smell of roasted cumin..
ReplyDeleteU did right by asking them.. everybody has the right to enjoy movie but not at the stake of others.. Btw, did u like it? It found it too dragged and didnt understand why Karan Johar had to bring in the hurricane?
Creamy and delicious raita...
ReplyDelete@ J; You are right.. Ya I did found bit dragged and ya why hurricane? if srk can reach there why can't any gov. help?
ReplyDeleteRaitha looks nice... and I dont think you did anything wrong in raising your voice..you have the right to
ReplyDeletewhat a great looking meal!
ReplyDeletenice refreshing raita.
ReplyDeleteJagruti "It's a small world" ... ma molto bello:)
ReplyDeleteBaci dall'Italia
aahhh..such refreshing pachadi, sad to hear your bad day at cinema..actually I imagined the whole scenario and now I am laughing..but its ok to speak out if people bother so much..
ReplyDeleteNice raita,lov the garnish with cumin seeds...
ReplyDeleteLovely raita dear... cumin looks sperb on it...
ReplyDeleteDelicious raita...
ReplyDeleteLovely raita! Yes, people shd be reminded sometimes to behave!
ReplyDeletenice and healthy raita
ReplyDeleteYummy , creamy and delicious..
ReplyDeletehealthy, easy, delicious and what not?
ReplyDeleteCool raita! I want some pls..hehe ;)
ReplyDeleteYou absolutely did the right thing by telling the 2 ladies... I would have done the same. I have not seen the movie yet so cant comment much on that! The Raita is very refreshing
ReplyDeleteI think you did the right thing.. that was just telling them about what should be common sense. Butternut squash raita looks so delicious! Never thought of using butternut squash in this way..
ReplyDeletethis is so easy and delicious recipe..loved it..n i think u did d right thing..sometimes its better to speak up!
ReplyDeleteHi there, lovely refreshing raita...it is tough when people behave badly in public places...well, I hope they stopped bothering you after you told them.
ReplyDeleteLolz jagruti I thought you were going to review the movie my name is khan when I saw your post title instead you wented your frustration at inconsiderate people in cinema halls!!!!he heee
ReplyDeleteAnyway coming back to the topic your raita looks yummy.I bought butternut squash today its huge and was wondering what dishes I can make with it,its too large just for curry.Thanks for this raita I will surely try it.
ya u did the right thing jagruti, its really very irritating if they do such thing while the movie is going on, half of the thing u dont understand actually as to whats going on in the movie only...and i love the recipe, something different and nice
ReplyDeleteU r rite, sweet heart!..i too hate people doing that..people even tell dialogue's of the upcoming scene..(they wud have come for second/third time)..this really is annoying!!..multiplexes here dont have plastic packs!,,anyways hope u liked the movie..
ReplyDeleteRaita looks so cooling and refreshing, dear!
You did the right thing! It is so annoying when some start to tell the story to their relatives just before it all happens too!! Why bother watching when she is running a commentary! :D
ReplyDeleteWhat's MNIK? I am out of touch. I watched Paa on my 60" Plasma too, much better than going to theater unless it;s like 3D movie.
Delicious soup, great for sipping spponfuls and watching movie.
Jagruti,
ReplyDeletewhat you did was absolutely correct. raita looks good. Did you like the movie. i haven't seen yet. Going to cinema hall is not possible with my little one. i will watch it my home theater when DVD comes out
Raita looks yummy ,Sad to hear about your bad day, i believe you did the rt thing.
ReplyDeleteI had the worst experience when we were in Atlanta, the man who was sitting behind us was having a cold and he started spitting on the floor. Can you believe that,i was so irritated and just wanted to leave the place. The first thing i did after coming home was a bath with dettol.So disgusting
hey jagruti,,
ReplyDeleteomg i totally agree what you said about the disabled people.. so unfair right? and you definitely did the right thing..
i have heard of this dish before..it is becoming more popular in english meals too :)
it looks great too ;)
keep the recipes coming
x x
Thats a delectable and rich raita Jagruti, i stopped watching movies in theatre, coz i cant resist to noise the other's makes and sometime we cant even the cinema silently...that too here in France, its really very hard to watch out movies in theatre..
ReplyDeletehey jagruti this raita is superb ith pulao specaily during summer...ya its right 2 tel ppl to stp making noise in a nice manner as smetimes is really irritatng
ReplyDeleteIt is a good thing you spoke out to those ladies...usually I just shake my head and continue with my work...this has happened everywhere even in the fitness center! Great raita...healthy and delicious :)
ReplyDeleteInnovative and creamy raita:)
ReplyDeleteOops! I typed in the whole story of that movie too! HeHe! Will leave the end in suspense next time, I promise! Do watch it though, it's a good movie.
ReplyDeleteAsha
Raitha looks nice, we just make the usual one with cucumber nah?
ReplyDeleteCool Raita! Perfect for summer:)
ReplyDeletesimple and delicious recipe
ReplyDeletenever tried a raitha with butternut squash. Will try next time!
ReplyDeleteVery true about the incident in the cinema hall. I also had similar experience here. Cool ya!, you have 60inch TV. I got a reason to fight with my hubby ;)
quick 'n easy 'n healthy dish... & hey u did the right thing by asking them to keep quiet... People should learn to be considerate of others at public places like cinemas..
ReplyDeleteNice Write up,I know how annoying it could be,I definetly make a point if some thing really bugging me in a humble way only if the movie worth it:-)U were perfectly right there..
ReplyDeleteRaita looks cool and refreshing,a perfect coolant foron a hot weather...
Simple and great tasting dip, Jagruti...
ReplyDeleteThis Raita is new to me ! Will try it sometime.
ReplyDeleteAbout MNIK .. even I watched it yesterday and loved it .. how bout u ?
This is delight full and Joanne being ur fren too, am inviting u here for her little party which is a suprise party for her ...do leave her a wish in the sprinkles ok.....my feeds arent working so am trying my best to find all her pals to leave her a wish in the sprinkles before she gets there or even after....will ya help too to make it a little sucess....and leave her a wish too?
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Came here to leave u this note and saw ur reply-our multi plez doesnt allow outside food u know...he he he...arent they smart to kepp their counters ringing?
And watching Movies in ur wonderful Television sounds amazing sweety...would love that n watch all my fav H.B.O movies there....
Hi Friends,
ReplyDeletethanks...I'm relieved now after reading all your reactions!!
Actually my hubby who bought the tv and system..he loves all these type of stuff..
@ Vanilla; cinema don't allowed but people are more clever,they hide food in their coats..lol
mean allow it
ReplyDeleteI definitely would have spoken out as well! You are paying to see that movie and so you should enjoy it without interruptions!
ReplyDeleteThis dish looks amazing. I am passionate about butternut squash and have never seen it used like this. It is bookmarked!
I love this recipe, is really delicious! Thanks for your nice comment. Kisses
ReplyDeleteRaita is fav with paratha or roti. this is a new Raita will definitely try this.
ReplyDeleteraita, is the best way to have these vegetables, with vitamins still intact, yumm:)
ReplyDeletelooks rich & creamy!
ReplyDeletewonderful recipe!!!!
ReplyDeletei like it!!!!!nice recipe make to easy
ReplyDeletevery new recipe to me.. never made it. thanks a ton for your entry.. would love to try.
ReplyDeletenice idea..never made it ..will give it a try :)
ReplyDeleteButternut squash in raita in new to me! It looks amazing, fab pics as always :)
ReplyDeleteI have been thinking about making something with pumpkin for some time now and good to get this idea from you.
ReplyDeleteRefreshing thought of making raita.. awesome idea and looks delicious
ReplyDeleteThis isn't a brand new idea for me, never used yogurt and pumpkin for a raita/dip...amazing!! ❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteThis one is totally new for me, sure will give a try 👍🏻
ReplyDeleteGood, you spoke out to the ladies. I get irritated when someone kicks the seat, specially when they are not kids. Coming to your recipe its absolutely delicious, my granny used to make this during shravan month, it tastes yummy!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a welcome change to a same old boring raita!! Droolsome pictures!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful colour! I've never tried this before, can't wait to try it -looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteVery innovative idea. I will try this for sure.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures. These looks delicious.
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