CUCUMBER RAITA

Take a Dip Archives: Season 2, Episode 4

I love raita. These days, I can’t have a curry without it. But what is it about this wonderfully cooling and creamy cucumber concoction that makes it just SO delicious? Well, I think for the most part, it is because it’s super simple. Minimal ingredients. Maximum flavour. The perfectly refreshing and cooling anecdote to any spicier flavours you’ve got going on.

Now, as always, this is just the way I like to make it at home. There are no doubt countless varying versions of this Indian sauce. In fact, I know there are! But cucumber raita is a classic for me, and I promise your curry nights at home will never be the same again once you start serving this alongside them.

INGREDIENTS (serves 4)

500g plain yoghurt

1 cucumber

1 garlic clove

1 thumb-sized piece ginger

15g fresh coriander

15g fresh mint

1 tsp garam masala (optional)

METHOD

1. Grate the cucumber & squeeze out the excess moisture using a tea towel.

2. Mince the garlic + ginger, chop the coriander + mint, then mix together the cucumber, yoghurt, garlic, ginger, 1 tsp garam masala, juice of 1/2 a lime & herbs.

3. Season to taste, then serve with dipper of choice + enjoy!

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First and foremost, I’d recommend serving this your curries, daals, and any Indian food you’re enjoying. BUT, what’s to stop you from switching out your classic crisp and dip combo, and replacing with raita and poppadom, or fluffy toasted naan?

However you choose to enjoy raita is up to you. Dip it, dollop it, spread it, drink it for all I care. No judgement here. So enjoy, and let me know if you give it a go!

Alfie x