Mumbai-Style Cucumber Raita with Spiced Cumin Seeds

A refreshing and cooling side dish originating from India, specifically popular in Mumbai. This recipe combines the soothing taste of cucumber with the warm flavor of spiced cumin seeds.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cups Yogurt
• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 tbsp Chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp Red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp Ginger paste
• 1/4 tsp Garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp Salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, finely chopped cucumber, cilantro leaves, ground cumin, cumin seeds, red chili powder, ginger paste, garlic paste, and salt.

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   Step 2: Blend the mixture for 30 seconds until cucumber is well chopped and spices are well combined.

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   Step 3: Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.

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   Step 4: Before serving, garnish the raita with some chopped cilantro and additional cumin seeds if desired.

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   Step 5: Serve the Cucumber Raita chilled, alongside your favorite Indian dishes.

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   Step 6: Adjust the spice level according to your taste with additional red chili powder or ginger paste.

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   Step 7: To enhance the flavor, add some lemon juice to the raita just before serving.

💡 Pro Tips

To avoid excess water in the raita, drain the cucumber well and pat it dry with paper towels. Adjust the amount of cumin seeds according to your liking.

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