Cucumber & Mint Raita
Serves 4
Raita is a cooling side dish most often served with the more fiery spicy Indian curries or as a dip for poppadoms and takes just a minute to make. To keep the consistency thick, be sure to remove as much excess water from the cucumber as possible.
Some Raitas include spices such as cumin and chilli, but this recipe keeps it simple to create a refreshing flavour which acts in contrast to the highly spiced dishes of some Indian cuisine.
Ingredients
- 250ml/8fl oz natural yoghurt
- ½ cucumber
- large handful mint leaves
- large pinch salt
Method
Put the yoghurt into a bowl and add the grated cucumber.
Chop the mint leaves and add to the yoghurt and cucumber along with the salt
Mix all the ingredients together and serve chilled.
Tip
To keep the consistency thick, be sure to remove as much excess water from the cucumber as possible.
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