Cucumber Raita Recipe | Kheera Raita Recipe

 

Cucumber Raita

Raita is a classic yogurt salad that completes many a Pakistani and Indian meal. Here’s an easy, authentic cucumber raita recipe I’ve grown up with. This raita recipe can be whipped up in minutes with ingredients you likely have on hand. I’ve also included optional add-ins to give you an idea of the endless possibilities.

YIELD

Serves 4 to 6

INGREDIENTS

1. • 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
   • Salt as per Taste

PREPARATION

1. 1. Peel cucumber. Cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips, then into thin slices crosswise. Blot off moisture with paper towels. Toast cumin seeds for a few seconds in a small, heavy frying pan over high heat. In a bowl, stir yogurt until it is smooth. Mix it with the cumin, garlic and coriander or mint leaves. Combine mixture with cucumber slivers, sprinkle with cayenne or paprika, Salt and chill before serving.