Raita

Raita must win the prize for the being the most widespread savoury yoghurt based dish in the western world. Usually eaten with curries, it is simple quick and easy to make and is the ideal 'cooling' offset to a spicy curry.

Recipe - raita

300ml plain natural yoghurt

10cm of cucumber

1 tomato

1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin

pinch of chilli powder

salt and pepper

1. If your yoghurt is at all solid, whisk it with a fork until it is creamy
2. Chop the cucumber and tomato into small cubes
3. Add all ingredients to the yoghurt and mix them together
4. Keep refrigerated until needed

Dip your chapatis in it as a starter, or serve as a relish with the main dinner.