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basic Indian cucumber raita

There are many renditions of Indian raita.  Yogurt is a counterbalance to the spices or heat in many cuisines.  In Indian cuisine you have Raita, in Greek you will find Tzatziki, and in Persian it is Mast-o-Khiar. You will often see the shallots replaced with another allium, such as garlic or sweet onion.  Either are good options.  I find the shallots are less strong than adding fresh garlic but if you prefer garlic to onion than by all means make the change.

The recipe below is a very basic raita.   You can add garlic or sweet onion, some people like mint, and you can eliminate the cumin for something very plain and refreshing.  You can eat from small cups before or during the meal, or just place a large spoonful directly on your plate.

basic Indian cucumber raita

There are many renditions of Indian raita.  Yogurt is a counterbalance to the spices or heat in many cuisines.  In Indian cuisine you have Raita, in Greek you will find Tzatziki, and in Persian it is Mast-o-Khiar. You will often see the shallots replaced with another allium, such as garlic or sweet onion.  Either are good options.  I find the shallots are less strong than adding fresh garlic but if you prefer garlic to onion than by all means make the change.

The recipe below is a very basic raita.   You can add garlic or sweet onion, some people like mint, and you can eliminate the cumin for something very plain and refreshing.  You can eat from small cups before or during the meal, or just place a large spoonful directly on your plate.

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Ingredients

Recipe serves: 4-6
2 cups plain yogurt, not thick
3 Persian cucumbers or 1/2 large, peeled and grated or cut into small cubes
1/2 teaspoon cumin
squeeze of lemon
pinch of fine salt and pepper, to taste
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Aside from being a complement to a meat dish, you can serve raita as a pre dinner nibble.  Place in bowl with sides of sliced carrots, radishes, fennel, cucumber and/or red and yellow peppers.  This is not traditional Indian but just a delicious appetizer.

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basic Indian cucumber raita
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  • time
    15 minutes
  • serves
    4
  • skill level
    Easy

Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain yogurt, not thick
  • 3 Persian cucumbers or 1/2 large, peeled and grated or cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • squeeze of lemon
  • pinch of fine salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1
Done

In a medium bowl, add 1/2 the shallots and all other ingredients and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Taste, and add more shallots to your preference (the worst is when you find something overpowering in allium flavor)
2
Done

Place in a small bowl and garnish with the whole mint leaves.

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