Best Masht O Khiyaar Persian Cucumber Salad With Sultanas And Walnuts Recipes
MAST-O KHIAR (PERSIAN CUCUMBER AND HERB YOGURT)
Yogurt, both plain and with cucumbers, is everywhere on Iranian tables - the thicker and sourer, the better. Mast-o khiar is an everyday side similar to Indian raita or Greek tzatziki, but raisins, walnuts and rose petals elevate this version of the dish, adding a host of different flavors and textures. Dice, rather than grate, the cucumbers to keep them from getting watery, and don't skip the dried mint and dried dill, which add dimension to the fresh herbs.
Provided by Samin Nosrat
Categories easy, quick, condiments, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 20m
Yield About 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, submerge the raisins in boiling water to plump for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Remove alternating stripes of peel on cucumbers and trim ends. Dice cucumbers into 1/4-inch pieces and place in a large bowl with raisins, yogurt, fresh herbs, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and, if using, half the rose petals. Using your fingers to break up any large pieces, gently grind the dried mint and dried dill into the bowl. Stir to combine and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
- Just before serving, stir in the walnuts and transfer to serving bowl. Garnish with remaining rose petals, if using. Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
PERSIAN CUCUMBER YOGURT (MAAST-O KHIYAAR)
Traditionally used as a side dish, this recipe goes well along side persian stews and different types of Persian rice. It's similair to the Greek Tzatziki sauce. I learned this Persian recipe from my parents, and mastered it with my own twists.
Provided by een3338
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix the yougurt and kefir cheese.
- Finely chop the cucumbers and add to yogurt mixture.
- Add basil, mint, salt, pepper, onion powder, raisins, walnuts, and dried rose petals to the mixture.
- Mix well.
- Refrigerate for an hour and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 77.2, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 8.5, Protein 6.2
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