Indian Mint Sauce (Easy Takeaway Style Mint Yogurt Dip)

Updated: April 2026
This Indian mint sauce is a quick and easy homemade version of the mint yogurt dip you get with poppadoms from the Indian takeaway.

It’s cool, tangy, lightly sweet and perfect for serving with curry night favourites like poppadoms, onion bhajis, samosas, kebabs and homemade curries.

This easy mint yogurt sauce takes just 5 minutes to make and uses simple ingredients like natural yogurt, mint sauce, coriander, turmeric and cucumber.

Quick Answer – How Do You Make Indian Mint Sauce?

To make Indian mint sauce, mix natural yogurt, mint sauce, a pinch of sugar, turmeric and chopped coriander in a bowl. Add cucumber strips if you want a chunkier raita-style dip.

It’s ready in around 5 minutes and is perfect with poppadoms, curry, kebabs and Indian starters.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This is such an easy dip to make at home.

• Ready in 5 minutes
• Tastes like takeaway mint sauce
• Great with poppadoms
• Perfect for curry night
• Easy to make mild or spicy
• Works as a dip, sauce or kebab dressing

Ingredients For Indian Mint Sauce

You’ll need:

• 4 tablespoons natural yogurt
• 2 teaspoons mint sauce
• ¼ teaspoon caster sugar
• tiny pinch ground turmeric
• small bunch coriander, chopped
• ½ cucumber, sliced into strips

Ingredient Notes And Easy Swaps

Natural Yogurt

Natural yogurt gives the sauce its creamy, tangy base.

You can use Greek yogurt if you want a thicker dip.

Mint Sauce

Regular jarred mint sauce works well here and gives that familiar takeaway-style flavour.

Sugar

A tiny pinch of sugar balances the tanginess. You can leave it out if you prefer.

Turmeric

Only use a tiny pinch. It adds colour, but too much can overpower the sauce.

Coriander

Fresh coriander adds flavour and freshness.

Cucumber

Cucumber turns the sauce into more of a mint raita. Leave it out if you want a smoother dipping sauce.

Equipment Needed

You’ll need:

• chopping board
• vegetable knife
• bowl
• tablespoon
• teaspoon

How To Make Indian Mint Sauce

Step 1 – Prepare The Cucumber

Slice the cucumber into thin strips.

Leave it out if you prefer a smooth mint yogurt sauce.

Step 2 – Mix The Yogurt Sauce

Add the natural yogurt, mint sauce, caster sugar and turmeric to a bowl.

Stir until smooth and combined.

Step 3 – Add Coriander And Cucumber

Stir through the chopped coriander and cucumber strips.

Taste and adjust if needed.

Serve straight away or chill until needed.

Expert Tips For The Best Indian Mint Sauce

Use A Tiny Pinch Of Turmeric

Too much turmeric can make the sauce bitter and too yellow.

Chill Before Serving

If you have time, chill the sauce for 20–30 minutes so the flavours settle.

Use Greek Yogurt For A Thicker Dip

Greek yogurt makes a thicker sauce that’s great for dipping poppadoms.

Leave Out Cucumber For A Smooth Sauce

For a proper takeaway-style mint dip, skip the cucumber.

Add Chilli For Heat

Finely chopped green chilli works really well if you want it spicy.

Make Indian Mint Sauce Your Way

This recipe is easy to change.

Make It Spicy

Add finely chopped green chilli or a pinch of chilli powder.

Add Onion

Stir through finely chopped red onion or spring onion.

Make It Thicker

Use Greek yogurt instead of natural yogurt.

Make It Smoother

Leave out the cucumber and finely chop the coriander.

What To Serve With Indian Mint Sauce

This mint yogurt dip is perfect with Indian-style dishes and snacks.

Try it with:

• poppadoms
• onion bhajis
• samosas
• pakoras
• kebabs
• chicken tikka
• curry
• naan bread
• lamb keema
• beef curry
• chickpea curry

It’s also delicious drizzled over homemade kebabs, wraps or grilled chicken.

How To Store Indian Mint Sauce

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the fridge and use within 2 days.

Give it a stir before serving.

More Homemade Dip Recipes

Try these next:

• Beetroot Hummus
• Sriracha Mayo
• Garlic Mayo