A light and cooling sauce that is perfect to add moisture or a cooling affect to Indian dishes.
Prep Time20mins
Cook Time10mins
Total Time30mins
Ingredients
1/2English cucumberseeds removed
1/4tspsalt
1cupplain greek yogurt
1 1/2tspginger paste
1/4tspground coriander
1/4tspground cumin
saltto taste
1/4cupfresh cilantrochopped (optional)
Instructions
Cut cucumber in half, remove seeds with tip of spoon, and grate with food processor or hand grater.
Place grated cucumber in kitchen towel within a colander. Sprinkle liberally with salt and let sit for 15-20 minutes while the water drains from the cucumbers.
In a bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger, coriander, and cumin.
Squeeze out excess water from the cucumbers, add to the yogurt mixture, and stir to combine.
If desired, add chopped cilantro and stir to combine.
Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired.
Best if made ahead and refrigerated to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Other fresh herbs such as basil, mint, or parsley can be substituted for the cilantro