Ingredients
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For 1 large bowl
- 3 Greek yogurts (or fromage blanc)
- 1 Israeli cucumber (1/2 if regular cucumber)
- 1 small garlic clove, minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 small bunch fresh mint
- Salt
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This little Raita sauce traditionally accompanies Indian dishes, especially spicy ones, as the mild flavor of yogurt balances the heat. It’s very similar to Greek Tzatziki, which is traditionally seasoned with lemon.
Peel the cucumber, remove the garlic germ, and quickly blend with the mint.
In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt well until smooth and creamy, add salt. Add the cucumber, mint, and garlic. Keep refrigerated.
Serve with Massala vadai (Indian falafels!)
Variations
There’s a variation of this sauce where you add a diced tomato or blend it with the cucumber, along with 1/2 tsp cumin seeds.