Ingredients
2 2/3 cup yogurt, plain
1 cucumber, peeled & grated
2 tbsp mint, fresh, finely chopped
1/2 tsp cumin seeds, roasted
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Directions
Put the yogurt in a bowl. Beat lightly with a fork or
whisk until smooth and creamy. Add all the other
ingredients and mix. Cover and refrigerate until ready
to eat.
Servings: 1 batch
Kheere Ka Raita (Yogurt With Cucumber & Mint) Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Asian; Cucumber; Indian; Vegetable
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We hope you enjoy this Kheere Ka Raita (Yogurt With Cucumber & Mint) recipe.
