CUCUMBER-MINT RAITA

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Raita - A cold yogurt condiment used as a side dish to curry is often served with Indian food to cut the heat of the spicy dishes.

Provided by SueVM

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large English cucumber, peeled. seeded and coarsely grated
2 cups plain yogurt
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (plus a pinch for serving)

Steps:

  • Coarsely grate cucumber and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
  • Whisk yogurt, mint, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper in medium bowl to blend.
  • Add grated cucumber and toss to coat. Season raita to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.(Can be prepared 1 day ahead, keep refrigerated.).
  • Sprinkle raita with a pinch of cayenne pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.7, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 29.6, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.5, Protein 2.5

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