Raita (Yogurt with cucumber and mint)

Raita Yogurt with Cucumber and Mint

Serves 6

2-2/3 cups plain yogurt

1 small cucumber, peeled and coarsely grated

2 TB finely chopped fresh mint

½ tsp ground roasted cumin seeds (I usually don’t bother toasting)

¼ tsp cayenne

1 tsp salt

Freshly ground pepper

Put the yogurt in a bowl and beat lightly with a whisk until creamy.

Add the other ingredients and mix.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.