Indian: Meal #1

I have liked the idea of experimenting with ethnic food for probably a good while now. I checked out a couple of books from the library and didn't get past reading and looking for a bit. I could have just returned them and put it off, but I'm glad I didn't.


I started with India--land of color and spices. :)




I took my recipes from "Cooking the Indian Way" by Vijay Madavan.





To drink: mango lassi





Main course: yogurt chicken





Chapatis:unleavened whole wheat bread





A chutney (comprised manely of cilantro) eaten with the bread





Cucumber and tomato yogurt (also for the bread but tasty plain)
*see recipe below






The table as a whole.



*This recipe is delicious when used as a dip with corn chips. It makes a nice quick meal. I also think it would be good made in advance and served at a party.

Cucumber and Tomato Yogurt/Kheera-Tamatar Raita:

2 c. (16 oz.) plain yogurt

1 medium tomato, chopped

1 peeled cucumber, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

3 tbsp. chopped cilantro

salt and pepper to taste

dash of cayenne pepper (optional)

1. In a bowl, beat yogurt until smooth. Combine yogurt with
remaining ingredients and mix well.

2. Cover bowl and chill at least 1 hour before serving.