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Mint and Coriander Raita

Inspired by techniques from America's Test Kitchen and NYT Cooking.

Raita · Indian

Creamy whole-milk yoghurt with chopped mint and coriander, ground cumin, lemon, a little garlic and a pinch of cayenne.

Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Total10 min
DifficultyEasy
Per serving39 kcal
FreeGluten-freeVegetarianNo added sugar
Servings6Recipe makes 6
Allergens (EU 14)
GlutenCrustaceansEggsFishPeanutsSoybeansMilkTree nutsCeleryMustardSesameSulphitesLupinMolluscs

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Method

  1. 1

    Smooth the yoghurt. Beat the yoghurt in the bowl until creamy and lump-free.

  2. 2

    Add herbs and spices. Stir in the mint and coriander, cumin, lemon juice, garlic, salt and cayenne.

  3. 3

    Chill. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 min so the herbs scent the yoghurt.

  4. 4

    Serve. Give it a stir, spoon into a serving bowl and top with a few mint leaves. Serve cold with curries, biryani or grilled meats.

Storage

Keep covered in the fridge for up to 2 days. The herbs darken slightly over time. Cool leftovers in a shallow container and refrigerate within 2 hours (within 1 hour on a day above 32°C).

Equipment

  • chopping board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • serving bowl

Nutrition per serving (estimated values)

Per servingAmount
Energy39 kcal
Protein2.2 g
Carbohydrate3.4 g
of which sugars2.8 g
of which free sugars0 g
Fat2 g
of which saturates1.2 g
Fibre0.2 g
Salt0.43 g

Protein per 100 kcal

5.6 g High Protein needs ≥ 10 g

Calculated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient values