Cucumber Raita

This is a refreshing raita to go with spicy Indian food. The recipe is from CD Kitchen.



Ingredients:
2 cups plain yogurt
1/8 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded & shredded
a pinch of cayenne to taste
1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves (optional)

Method:
Mix cucumber and salt and let drain in a colander for about 15-20 min. Press out excess water. Stir yogurt into a bowl till smooth. Add cucumber and cayenne.
Heat oil in frying pan and drop in mustard seeds. When done popping, pour oil and spices into yogurt mixture. Add coriander if you wish. Serve cool with Indian meal.

Serves 4