Ingredients for World's Best Raita
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 medium cucumber (about 1 cup grated or diced)
- Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)
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How to Make World's Best Raita
- Whisk 1 cup of plain yogurt until completely smooth and set aside.
- Grate 1 medium cucumber (about 1 cup grated). Alternatively, finely dice 1 medium cucumber.
- Grated cucumber is preferred for enhanced flavor.
- In a spice grinder or blender, grind 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds into a fine powder.
- Gently combine the yogurt, grated cucumber, and mustard seed powder in a bowl. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- This allows the mustard to infuse its flavor into the yogurt and cucumber.
- A few minutes before serving, add salt to taste, starting with ½ teaspoon and adjusting as needed.
- Taste and adjust salt as necessary.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
76 g
Sugar
39g
Fat
19g
Carbs
3g