India · Cooling Yogurt and Cucumber
Indian Cucumber Raita
A cooling Indian yogurt accompaniment with cucumber, cumin and fresh herbs.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup plain unsweetened yogurt
- ½ cucumber, finely grated or diced
- ¼ tsp roasted ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro or mint
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of red chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- If the cucumber is very watery, squeeze out some excess moisture.
- Whisk yogurt in a bowl until smooth.
- Stir in cucumber, cumin, salt, herbs and black pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle with chili powder if using.
- Serve cool alongside rice, biryani, curry or flatbread.
Cooking tip
Use plain unsweetened yogurt. If making ahead, refrigerate and stir again before serving.
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- Box grater — Quickly grates cucumber for a smooth raita.
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