Best Jims Raita Recipes

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WORLD'S BEST RAITA



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My family has been making raita this way for as long as I can remember. It's simple and delicious. The trick is to use mustard seeds instead of cumin. The mustard gives it a kick, but if you want you can reduce it. Yummy!!!

Provided by SpicyGirl

Categories     Low Protein

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups yogurt
4 teaspoons mustard seeds
1 baby cucumber
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk yogurt until smooth and set aside.
  • Grate or dice cucumber. I think grated cucumbers enhance the flavor.
  • In a spice grinder or blender crush the mustard seeds into a powder consistency.
  • Combine yogurt, cucumber, and mustard seeds and set aside for 30 minutes. This lets the flavors blend in and the mustard can do its job.
  • A few minutes before you are ready to serve add the salt. Adjust salt according to your needs. Enjoy!

JIM'S RAITA



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Raitas combine fruits or vegetables with yogurt to provide cooling accompaniments to spicy dishes. In the vegetarian households that traditionally serve raita, it has a double function -- it acts as a refresher and a digestive at the same time.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium tomatoes, diced
1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 scallion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon toasted cumin seed
1 1/2 cups plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing flavors to mingle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.1, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 9.6, Sodium 37.2, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 5.2, Protein 3.3

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