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Indian: Raita (Cucumber Yogurt Salad)

Source of Recipe

From "Mad Hungry: Feeding Men and Boys" by Lucinda Quinn


Recipe Introduction

"This cooling salad, known as raita, is served with many Indian dishes to temper spicy flavors. I like it with spicy chickpeas and rice or Indian bread as a complete meal. It's also great with chicken curry and mango chutney."

List of Ingredients

◦ 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped (about 1 cup)
◦ 2 cups plain yogurt
◦ 1 ½ teaspoons toasted cumin seeds
◦ ½ teaspoon coarse salt
◦ Pinch of cayenne pepper


Recipe

Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl.
Chill and serve.

Makes 3 cups