How to Make Raita

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Thin out the yogurt with 1/2-3/4 cup of milk or buttermilk.

   It should be the consistency of pancake batter.
   
   Don't worry if you made it too thin, add more yogurt.
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   Step 2: Grate the cucumber.

   You may choose to peel it or not, it is a personal preference.
   
   Squeeze as much as the water from the cucumber as you can.
   
   Add it to the yogurt mixture.
   
   Stir well. , You can also add a small handful of mint finely chopped or generous pinch of dried mint or dill. , About 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds will add texture.
   
   If you want a stronger flavor, you can slightly dry toast the seeds before you add them. ,, For a visual appeal, you can sprinkle a small pinch of ground red chillies. , Keep chilled till time to serve.
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   Step 3: Add a generous pinch of salt

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   Step 4: black pepper to taste and generous pinch of garam masala.

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   Step 5: Add cumin seeds

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   Step 6: if using Cumin seeds taste amazing in raita.

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   Step 7: Stir well for final time.

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   Step 8: Add a touch of spice

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   Step 9: if wished.

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    Step 10: Refrigerate till serving time.

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