Recipe for cooking kheera ka raita
Recipes from India :: Indian Main Dish Vegetables
2 large cucumbers, peeled, finely grated
1 green chile, finely chopped
2 tsp. finely chopped cilantro leaves,
plus a sprig of cilantro for garnish
4 tsp. sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
1 c. plain yogurt
Remove excess juice from cucumbers by straining through vegetable strainer or use your hands as strainer. Set aside.
In med. bowl, mix green chile, cilantro, sugar and salt with yogurt. Add cucumber and mix well. Garnish with fresh sprig of cilantro leaves. Serve chilled.
Makes 1 1/2 (one and one-half) c. or enough for 4 to 5 servings.
NOTE: Fat-free yogurt can be substituted for plain yogurt. Artificial sweetener can also be substituted for sugar, if needed.
