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Traditional Pakistani Raita
A refreshing and cooling yogurt-based side dish commonly served with spicy Pakistani meals. This raita recipe is simple, quick, and delicious.
Servings
4
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
0min
Total Time
10min
Difficulty
easy
Ingredients
- 2 cupsPlain yogurt
preferably fresh and thick
- 1 mediumCucumber
finely chopped or grated
- 2 tablespoonsFresh coriander leaves
finely chopped
- 1 smallGreen chili
finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoonRoasted cumin powder
- 0 ½ teaspoonBlack salt
or to taste
- 0 ¼ teaspoonRegular salt
or to taste
- 1 tablespoonMint leaves
finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
1
In a bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
2
Add the finely chopped or grated cucumber to the yogurt.
3
Mix in the fresh coriander leaves, green chili (if using), and mint leaves.
4
Sprinkle the roasted cumin powder, black salt, and regular salt over the mixture.
5
Stir everything together evenly.
6
Chill the raita in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
