Ingredients
1 tsp. cumin seeds
1 c. plain full-fat yogurt
1 medium Persian cucumber, finely chopped (or grated and drained)
Pinch red chili powder
1 tbsp. finely chopped mint or cilantro
Kosher salt
Preparation
Step 1Add cumin seeds to a small skillet over medium heat. Toast seeds until fragrant and beginning to pop, about 1 minute.Step 2Transfer seeds to a mortar and pestle and crush into a coarse powder.Step 3In a medium bowl, whisk to combine yogurt, cumin, cucumber, chili powder, and mint or cilantro. Season to taste with salt and serve.
This simple cucumber raita can be adjusted to your personal preferences, so feel free to swap in your favorite herb, citrus juice, or alternate spices. Sugar can be added if you’re finding your raita too sour, and if taming heat is none of your concern, throw in some chopped chilis! Made this? Let us know how it went in the comment section below!
