Cucumber Raita
(from redmed2000’s recipe box)
Source: epicurious.com
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serves 6 people
Categories: Indian, not tried, sauces
Ingredients
- * 1 medium cucumber
- * 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- * 2 cups plain, whole-milk yogurt
- * 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
- * 2 tablespoons fresh coriander or mint leaves, chopped
- * cayenne or paprika to garnish
Directions
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Peel cucumber. Cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips, then into thin slices crosswise.
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Blot off moisture with paper towels.
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Toast cumin seeds for a few seconds in a small, heavy frying pan over high heat.
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In a bowl, stir yogurt until it is smooth.
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Mix it with the cumin, garlic and coriander or mint leaves.
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Combine mixture with cucumber slivers, sprinkle with cayenne or paprika, and chill before serving.