Ingredients
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- Makes 1 large bowl
- 3 Greek yogurts (or fromage blanc)
- 1 Israeli cucumber (1/2 if using a large English cucumber)
- 1 small clove garlic, minced, or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 small bunch fresh mint
- Salt
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This little raita is traditionally served alongside Indian dishes, especially spicy ones, because the mild flavor of the yogurt balances out the heat. It’s very similar to Greek tzatziki, which is traditionally seasoned with lemon.
Peel the cucumber, remove the germ from the garlic and blend them quickly with the mint.
In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt well until it turns smooth and creamy, then add salt. Add the cucumber, mint and garlic. Keep in the fridge until serving.
Serve with Masala vadai (Indian falafel!)
Variations
There is a variation of this sauce where you add a diced tomato, or blend it together with the cucumber, along with 1/2 tsp cumin seeds.