Recipe

Cucumber mint raita

Raita is a traditional condiment from the subcontinent commonly served alongside curries. The coolness of the raita ingredients compliments the spice beautifully. It can also be served on its own, as a dip.

May 31, 2011 2:00pm
  • 10 mins preparation
  • Makes 1 Cup
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Ingredients

Cucumber mint raita
  • 1 teaspoon ghee
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 (130g) lebanese cucumber, seeded, chopped coarsely
  • 1 cup (250ml) yogurt
  • 2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed

Method

Cucumber mint raita
  • 1
    Heat ghee in small saucepan; cook seeds and cumin, stirring, until seeds pop; cool. Combine cumin mixture with remaining ingredients in small bowl; mix well. Cover, refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

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