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Cucumber Raita Recipe

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Cool and fresh tasting, this Middle Eastern side dish and condiment helps to ......
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Ingredients
  • 1 large English cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and chopped fine
  • 2 cups plain yogurt--low fat or whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Container: Mixing bowl
Directions
PREP
20 mins
READY IN
20 mins
  • Seed cucumber. Without peeling the cucumber, chop into small bits and place on a paper towel to dry.
  • Combine yogurt, mint leaves, and cumin, blending all ingredients together with a whisk. Add chopped cucumber to mixture and stir together, adding salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place all ingredients in a covered container and chill for several hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • When served, garnish with cayenne pepper, if desired.
Cool and fresh tasting, this Middle Eastern side dish and condiment helps to balance the intensity of meats seasoned with chile peppers, curry or similar spicy ingredients.
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