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Fresh Creamy Raita Yogurt Sauce Recipe Easy 5-Minute Homemade Dip

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A quick and easy fresh creamy raita yogurt sauce combining tangy yogurt, crunchy cucumber, and fragrant herbs with roasted cumin for a refreshing dip or side.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) plain yogurt (full-fat Greek yogurt recommended)
  • ½ cup (75 g) cucumber, finely grated or chopped with seeds removed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder (toast cumin seeds and grind)
  • 1 small green chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • Salt to taste (sea salt or kosher salt preferred)
  • A pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Roast cumin seeds: Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon cumin seeds and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let cool. Grind to a fine powder.
  2. Prepare cucumber: Peel and finely grate or chop ½ cup cucumber. Squeeze out excess water using a kitchen towel or paper towel to prevent runniness.
  3. Mix yogurt: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk 1 cup plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add herbs and spices: Fold in grated cucumber, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves, 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder, finely chopped green chili, salt to taste, a pinch of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning: Adjust salt, chili, or lemon juice as needed for balanced flavor.
  6. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Drain excess water from cucumber to avoid watery sauce. Roast cumin seeds fresh for best flavor. Use thick yogurt like Greek yogurt for creamy texture. Adjust green chili heat carefully. Can be made dairy-free by substituting yogurt with coconut or almond-based yogurt.

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