Pineapple Raita

A nice accompaniment to a heavy meal. Very simple to make.

You need:

• canned pineapple slices - 3
• Thick curd - 600 gms
• Black salt - 1 tsp
• Canned pineapple syrup - 1/2 cup
• Sugar - 1 tbsp
• Fresh coriander leaves

How to:

• Tie the curd in a muslin cloth and hang it to let excess water drip
• When the curd is really thick, sieve it through to remove any lumps
• Chop the pineapple slices finely
• Mix the salt, sugar, pineapple syrup, and pineapple slices in the curd
• Serve chilled garnished with fresh coriander

Mint and Cucumber Raita

This is one of those super refreshing accompaniments that go so well with the afternoon meal. And ready in a jiffy.

You need:
3 cups of curd - sieve it to remove any lumps
1 cup finely chopped/ grated cucumber
1/4 cup mint leaves - finely chopped
Sugar - 1 tsp
Roasted cumin seeds (jeera)- slightly ground
salt - to taste

How to:
Mix curd, cucumber, sugar and mint together and chill in the fridge for some time. Just before serving add the salt and garnish with the roasted cumin seeds.