Best Spiced Yogurt Drink Recipes

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SPICED YOGURT SAUCE



Spiced Yogurt Sauce image

Provided by James Briscione

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch ground cayenne

Steps:

  • Combine the yogurt, mint, lemon extract, salt, turmeric, cumin and cayenne in a bowl and mix well.

SPICED YOGURT DRINK



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Categories     Non-Alcoholic     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Healthy     Gourmet     Drink     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cardamom pods*, lightly crushed
2 1/2 cups plain yogurt
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup water
Garnish: freshly grated nutmeg; ground cardamom

Steps:

  • Remove seeds from cardamom pods (discard pods) and transfer to a blender. Add yogurt, sugar, nutmeg, and water and blend until smooth. If drink is too thick, thin with water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Serve over ice in tall glasses.
  • *Available at Indian markets and Kalustyan's (800-352-3451).

SPICED-YOGURT MARINADE



Spiced-Yogurt Marinade image

A twist on the traditional tandoori marinade, this cumin- and coriander-flecked yogurt paste remains on the chicken during roasting, ensuring that the skin crisps, while keeping the underlying meat moist and silken. The resulting depth of flavor belies the recipe's everyday ingredients.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes enough for 5 to 6 pounds chicken

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup packed fresh mint
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 strips lemon zest (each 2 inches long)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon hot paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Place all of the ingredients in a blender, and puree until smooth. Use immediately, spreading the mixture on the chicken skin.

GRILLED CAULIFLOWER WITH SPICED YOGURT SAUCE



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The secret to this grilled cauliflower's gorgeous color? The deep reddish-brown char comes from brushing the whole head with oil that's been seasoned with garam masala, paprika, and garlic, then grilling it on all sides. This step also seals in plenty of smoky flavor. And the secret to a creamy, fork-tender interior is precooking the vegetable; a seven-minute steam before it hits the grill is all it needs. Served with a simple yogurt sauce and cucumber-tomato salad, it's a carve-at- the-table centerpiece everybody will want a piece of.

Provided by Laura Rege

Time 1h10m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), stem trimmed
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 clove garlic, finely grated (about 1/4 teaspoon)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
2 Persian cucumbers (each about 3 ounces), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced into half-moons
1 large heirloom tomato (12 ounces), chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Vegetable oil, for grill
Store-bought chutney, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring about 1 inch salted water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Place cauliflower in basket, stem-side down. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and steam until a sharp knife easily slides into stem, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoons olive oil, garam masala, paprika, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Whisk 2 tablespoons olive-oil mixture into yogurt, along with 1 tablespoon lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine cucumbers, tomato, chives, and remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high; scrub grates, then lightly brush with vegetable oil. Brush cauliflower all over with 1 tablespoon olive-oil mixture; season with salt and pepper. Grill top and sides of cauliflower, turning every few minutes and covering grill in between, until florets are charred in places, about 20 minutes. Flip cauliflower stem-side down; brush with remaining oil mixture and grill, covered, until tender but not falling apart, 5 to 8 minutes more. Cut cauliflower into quarters and serve with cucumber salad, yogurt mixture, and chutney.

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