Yoghurt and kaffir lime leaf spread (V)
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- 1 medium courgette
- 0.5 large cucumber
- 0 black pepper
- 8 dried kaffir lime leaves
- 250g Greek yogurt
- 20g unsalted butter
- 1.5 tsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp shredded mint leaves
- 1 clove garlic
Step 1
Mix the courgette and cucumber in a colander with a teaspoon of salt.
Step 2
Leave to drain for about 20 minutes, then with your hands squeeze out as much liquid as you can and put the grated vegetables in a large bowl.
Step 3
Process the lime leaves in a spice grinder to a fine powder (or chop them finely with a knife) and add to the courgette and cucumber, along with the yoghurt.
Step 4
Melt the butter in a small saucepan and cook until it goes a light brown colour and smells a little nutty.
Step 5
Add the butter to the dip, along with all the remaining ingredients, mix well, season to taste and serve.