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Cucumber and Yogurt Salad (Khira raita) Recipe
Flavors of India
Waiting time: 1 hour
Cooking time: None
Total time: 1hr to 2hr
Preparation time: 5 minutesWaiting time: 1 hour
Cooking time: None
Difficulty: Easy
Chef's Note
This is a traditional side dish with tandoori since the yogurt cools the heat of the chili.
Depending on the region and the cook, fresh mint is sometimes added.
It's best to use thick yogurt, since the cucumber will thin it.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 150 ml (5 oz.) thick Yogurt
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 big tbsp. fresh chopped Mint (optional)
- 1 big tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 tsp. lemon or Tamarind juice
Method
- Peel and coarsely grate the cucumber; sprinkle with salt and leave for 1 hour to draw out the water;
- combine all the other ingredients in a bowl;
- combine the drained cucumber and seasoned yogurt just before serving.
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