This Raita recipe is an Indian condiment made with yogurt, fresh vegetables and spices. It is served as a side and relished for its cooling effect when eating spicy foods. My favorite version includes cucumbers, serrano peppers and mint.
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Raita is a traditional yogurt-based condiment of India that helps cool your palate. It is made with fresh yogurt, fresh vegetables and spices. There are variations, of course, from region to region and from cook to cook.
It is somewhat similar to a Greek tzatziki sauce, which is made mostly of cucumbers mixed with yogurt ā Greek yogurt, that is.
Let me show you how to make my version of Indian Raita.
Raita Recipe – How to Make Homemade Raita
Ingredients
2 cups plain yogurt
1 teaspoon cayenne powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt to taste
2 serrano peppers finely chopped
Ā½ small cucumber finely chopped (about Ā¾ cup)
1 small shallot finely chopped
Ā½ cup chopped cilantro loosely packed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
Cooking Directions
Whisk the cayenne, cumin and salt into the yogurt until well incorporated.
Stir in the remaining ingredients.
Refrigerate at least 1 hour to let the flavors mingle.
When ready to use, give it a quick stir and serve.
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