SPICED CUCUMBER RAITA

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon whole cumin seed
1 teaspoon whole coriander seed
1 3/4 cups plain Greek yogurt
1 Kirby cucumber, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 to 1 serrano chile, seeded and minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper
2 to 4 naan breads, for serving
1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • 1. Toast the cumin and coriander seed in a small hot pan over medium heat, 3 to 5 minutes, or until toasted. Process the seeds in a spice grinder until powdery.
  • 2. Combine the spice powder with the yogurt, cucumber, 2 tablespoons cilantro, lime juice, vegetable oil, and chile with 1 tablespoon water in a bowl. Top with remaining cilantro.
  • 3. Grill or toast the naan until warm, brush with butter. Serve the raita with the warm naan.

Jaquline Tundwa
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Yum!


Xamse Maxamed
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This raita is a delicious and healthy addition to any meal. I highly recommend it.


Angelique Ferreira
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I'm always looking for new raita recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rayman Dutton
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This raita is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the crisp cucumbers and the flavorful spices.


Michelle Powell
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I love the addition of mint and cilantro to this raita. It gives it a really nice flavor.


Sayem Ahmad
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This raita is so versatile. You can serve it with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even just rice.


Ricardo Martinez
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I've made this raita several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to add some freshness and flavor to your meals.


Leah Martinez
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This raita is the perfect side dish for a spicy meal. It's cool and refreshing, and it helps to balance out the heat.


Mombasani Savage
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but the flavors are so well-balanced.


Rumisa Sarfaraz
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This raita is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.


Grg Kto
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I'm not a fan of cucumbers, but I loved this raita! The spices really balanced out the flavor of the cucumbers and made them really enjoyable.


Matt Mastro
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This is my go-to raita recipe. It's so simple to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the spices complement the cucumbers.


Thanks Good
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I made this raita for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved the refreshing flavor and the cucumbers were so crisp.


Edward “Ed” Nead
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This raita is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of cucumbers, yogurt, and spices. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.


Offical More Names Tz
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I'm not a big fan of raita, but this recipe changed my mind! The cucumbers were so crisp and refreshing, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I especially liked the addition of mint, which gave the raita a really nice flavor.


Talha Arain
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This is the best raita recipe I've ever tried! The cucumbers are perfectly crisp and the spices are perfectly balanced. I love the addition of mint and cilantro, which give the raita a really fresh flavor.


sajawal saleem
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I made this raita for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the cucumbers were so refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Mansurkhan
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This raita is a refreshing and flavorful addition to any meal. The cucumbers are crisp and cool, and the spices add a nice depth of flavor. I especially like the addition of mint, which gives the raita a bright, fresh flavor.