Mint, Cucumber & Yogurt Raita
I generally prepare cucumber & yogurt raita as it is liked by the family members. As tonight I am having a mint based menu, just added a few chopped mint leaves in the curd mixture to form a mint, cucumber & yogurt raita. Ingredients: 2 cups sour curd 1 small cucumber, grated ? cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped 3-4 cloves garlic, peeled and finely minced 1 tsp powdered sugar 1 tsp salt ? tsp red chilli powder (optional) 1 tsp roasted cumin seed / jeera powder a pinch rock salt, for garnishing Procedure: Wash, peel and grate the cucumber and place the grated cucumber on a strainer to drain the excess water. Strain the curd in a clean & thin / muslin cloth to squeeze out the water and collect the curd in a mixing bowl. Add the grated cucumber (press to ensure that there is no excess water, chopped garlic & mint leaves and mix well. Add salt, powdered sugar, red chilli powder and mix well (Add ? cup water, if required). Refrigerate for 4-6 hours. Sprinkle rock salt ...