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Raita Sauce

Recipe by Bernie Torras
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Course: DressingCuisine: IndiaDifficulty: Easy
Rations

6

rations
Preparation time

10

minutes
Cooking time

0

minutes
Calories

60

kcal/ration
Cooling time

1

hour 
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Dive into the refreshing culinary experience of preparing our exquisite Raita Sauce. Packed with crunchy cucumbers and dressed with intense spices and balanced natural yogurt, this Indian delicacy is a must-have in every pantry.

Whether you serve it as a complement to bring freshness to your spicy dishes or as a salad dressing, Raita Sauce always stands out. Add the fragrance of mint or coriander along with the warm touch of cumin and cayenne to take the experience to another level. Prepare this delicacy to the rhythm of our selected melodies and awaken the chef in you!

Modo cocción

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Ingredientes

  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled and diced or grated (seeded)

  • 500 ml natural yogurt without sugar

  • Fresh mint or coriander cut in chiffonade (thin strips)

  • 1 c.c. teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 pinch of cayenne

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Pasos

  • Place the grated cucumber in a colander and press with the back of a spoon to remove excess liquid.
  • In a bowl, add the yogurt, spices and herbs. Mix well.
  • Let cool in the refrigerator.

Notas

  • You can toast the ground cumin in a hot frying pan without oil for one minute to enhance its flavor before adding it to the mixture.

Información nutricional (por ración)*

  • Serving Size: 185g
  • Calories: 59kcal
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Key points of the recipe

  1. Drain the cucumber well: Before mixing the cucumber with the rest of the ingredients, make sure to drain it properly to remove excess water. This will prevent the sauce from thinning and losing consistency.
  2. To enhance the flavor of the cumin: Toast the ground cumin in a frying pan without oil for one minute before adding it to the mixture. This will intensify its flavor and aroma, adding a deeper touch to the sauce.
  3. Chilling time: Chill the sauce in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving. This allows the flavors to blend and intensify, resulting in a more cohesive and delicious sauce.

Pairing with wine

Raita sauce is a refreshing dish that is generally served as a side dish, so the appropriate wine will depend largely on what this dish is served with. But, if we want to consider Raita on its own, it could go well with a light-bodied, high-acidity white wine to complement the yogurt content and sprinkle it with the spices. A Sauvignon Blanc is a pleasant choice that comes with citrus and herbaceous notes, which goes very well with the fresh herbs of the Raita.

That said, it would be wise to avoid strong red wines, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec. They have strong tannins that do not combine well with the fresh and creamy flavors of the Raita.

Finally, if the Raita is served as part of a larger spicy meal, a rosé or even a sparkling wine might be a wise choice. They cleanse the palate and complement a variety of flavors.

Beer pairing

For the Raita sauce, they believe it pairs best with an India Pale Ale (IPA). India Pale Ale hops can intensify the flavors of mint and coriander in Raita sauce. In addition, the citrus and floral notes of the IPA can complement well the cool and refreshing flavors of cucumber and yogurt. The carbonation in the beer will also help cut the creaminess of the yogurt, balancing the recipe.

Beers with strong or very roasted flavors, such as Stout or Porter, should be avoided when pairing with this recipe. These are beers that could overshadow the subtle flavors of the sauce. The same goes for beers with high alcohol content, which are not recommended because they could overwhelm the fresh and delicate flavor of the Raita Sauce.

Careful!

Typical allergens

Avoid this recipe if any diner has allergies* to: Dairy, Gluten

* In Puchero MIX we inform you about the most typical allergens in this dish. However, we recommend that you ask all diners if they have any specific food allergies. In addition, we recommend checking the labels of all individual ingredients to ensure that they do not contain traces of other allergens, as conditions may vary by producer or manufacturer.

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Bernie Torras
Una vez fui cocinero, y entre fogones aprendí que la cocina no solo se trata de recetas, sino de historias. Con años de experiencia en escuelas de prestigio y más de una quemadura en varios restaurantes, hoy traduzco todo ese sabor a palabras. Porque cocinar es algo más que mezclar ingredientes; es crear momentos y recuerdos para tu mesa, con pasión y precisión, como una buena receta.
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