Raita

• 1 cup of Plain Yogurt
• 1 cup of Sour Cream
• 3 Cucumbers (seeded & chopped)
• 1 Tomato (seeded & chopped)
• 4 cloves of Garlic (Lehsan) (crushed)
• 1 tsp. of Ground Cumin (Pisa Zeera)
• ½ tsp. Paprika
• Salt (to taste)
• Black Pepper (Pisi Kaali Mirch) (grounded - to taste)
• A few strands of Fresh Cilantro/Coriander Leaves (Hara Dhania) (for garnish) (optional)

Directions

1. In a salad bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt , sour cream, cumin, paprika and garlic.
2. Add cucumbers and tomatoes; toss and chill before serving.
3. For a thinner raita, add a little bit of water. And optionally garnish with cilantro/coriander leaves.

Note: "Raita is usually considered a Pakistani salad and sauce. This is great served with any spicy dish!"

Serving Suggestions: Serve chilled Yield: 4 Servings Preparation Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 45 Minutes Degree Of Difficulty: Easy Recipe Category: Sauce/Chutney/Pickle and Salad Recipe Ethnic Group: Pakistani  Amount Per Serving: Calories: 194 Total Fat: 14.5 Grams Cholesterol: 33 MG Sodium: 66 MG Total Carbohydrates: 12.3 Grams Dietary Fiber: 1.7 Grams Protein: 5.6 Grams