RAITA (YOGURT-DILL SAUCE)

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Raita is an Indian condiment based on yogurt. It is not spicy at all, just very fresh and flavorful. From "Hands-Off Cooking" by Ann Martin Rolke.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Indian

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
1/2 unpeeled cucumber (about 4 inches long)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Put the yogurt in a medium nonreactive bowl.
  • Halve the cucumber lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  • On the large holes of a box grater, grate the cucumber into the bowl of yogurt.
  • Add the dill, salt, and cumin and stir well to combine.
  • Refrigerate the sauce for at least 15 minutes for the flavors to combine.
  • Serve cold.
  • You can also add some halved cherry tomatoes for a colorful, quick salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.7, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 11.9, Sodium 624.9, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 3.5

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