PERSIAN CUCUMBER YOGURT (MAAST-O KHIYAAR)

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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

32 fluid ounces plain yogurt (Preferrably Caravan or Abali brands, found at Middle Eastern specialty stores)
1/2 cup kefir cheese
1 large cucumber
2 tablespoons mint (dried and crushed)
2 tablespoons basil (fresh finely chopped)
1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
2 tablespoons dried rose petals (gol-mohammadi) (optional)
1/2 cup walnuts (crushed) (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
salt (be generous)
1 tablespoon black pepper, to taste

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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