Beetroot raita
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- 1 tbsp neutral oil such as canola
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 4 fresh curry leaves
- 0 green chilli
- 1 medium beet
- 0.25 tsp turmeric
- 2 cups plain good-quality Greek yoghurt
- 0 Handful mint leaves
- 0 Sea salt
Step 1
Rehydrate the coconut by soaking in hot water.
Step 2
In a small pan, heat the oil and once hot, add the mustard seeds, and cover with lid to allow the seeds to pop.
Step 3
When the popping stops, add the curry leaves and chilli and stir.
Step 4
Add the grated beetroot, turmeric and a pinch of salt.
Step 5
Cook for 5 minutes, remove from heat and allow the beets to cool.
Step 6
Add the beets to the yoghurt, stir just a little to get a marbling effect.
Step 7
Top with mint.