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Raita Recipe

Atkins Raita
3.4g
Net Carbs
Prep Time: 75 Minutes
Style:Indian
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Phase: Phase 2
Difficulty: Moderate
* Any adjustments made to the serving values will only update the ingredients of that recipe and not change the directions.
1.9g

Protein

1.6g

Fat

0.3g

Fiber

34.9cal

Calories

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cucumber (8-1/4") Cucumber (with Peel)
  • 1 1/2 cup (8 fl oz) Whole Milk Plain Yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Peppermint (Mint)
  • 1 oz Cilantro (Coriander)
  • 0 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 0 1/8 tsp Curry Powder

DIRECTIONS

Cooling raita is a staple in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines. It cools hot curries, but it's also great with mild dishes and spiced grilled meats and even as a dip.  See below for a variation.  Please use fresh cilantro in this recipe for the best flavor.  Each serving is 1/4 cup.
 
  1. Peel and grate the cucumber, squeeze out excess water and place into a medium bowl.
  2. To the bowl add the yogurt, minced mint and cilantro, salt and curry powder. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
Tzatziki:  Prepare Raita according to directions, omitting the mint, cilantro, and curry powder and adding 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 mined garlic clove and 2 teaspoons lemon juice.  For a more authentic dish, use Greek yogurt, which is thicker and richer - lower in carbs - then the standard supermarket variety yogurt.

Cooking Tip

If you’ve tried this sauce and like it, try experimenting with herbs and spices to flavor it your way!

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