Name: Cucumber mint raita
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 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

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.

Makes 1.50 Cup

Prep

10M

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Ingredients

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

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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