Cucumber and Coconut Raita

Directions

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   Text Only Got some cucumbers languishing in the fridge? Probably won't be after you see the next four posts.

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   Raitas or yoghurt salads provide a cool and refreshing contrast to hot curries in an Indian meal

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   However, raitas like this one can also be used as a dip for crudites or as a light lunch served with naan or paratha breads

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   Peel 500 g cucumber and halve lengthwise

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   out the seeds and slice the cucumber finely, about 3 mm thick

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   Have ready a large pot of boiling water and bowl of ice-cold water

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   Drop the cucumber to the boiling water for 2 minutes, then scoop out and into the cold water

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   Using a deep-fry basket makes this easier.) Drain the cucumber and dry it thoroughly