Cucumber raita

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Cucumber Raita
Place of originIndia
Region or stateIndian Subcontinent
Main ingredientsCucumber, dahi (yogurt), Green Chilli

Cucumber Raita is a variation of raita that can be used as a dip or a salad. It is made by mixing together freshly chopped cucumber, green chillies, and dahi (yogurt), and optionally finely chopped tomato and onion.[1][2]

It is especially popular in the summer months as it helps to beat the heat.[3]

It is often served as a side accompaniment with the main course in Indian cuisine.

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References[edit]

  1. Sedgwick, Fred (2009). Where words come from: A dictionary of word origins. London: Continuum International Publishing group. ISBN 9781847062741.
  2. Basic Food Preparation (Third Edition). Orient Longman Private limited. 1986. ISBN 81-250-2300-3.
  3. Diets for the Summer, Marje Gosling, 2014

External links[edit]

  • Sanjeev Kapoor's Recipe for Raita [1]
  • Benefits of Cucumber Raita [2]