Mast-o-Khiar
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Mast-o khiar is a Persian dip made of yogurt (mast) and cucumber (khiar) similar to Greek tzatziki or Indian raita
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Ingredients
- 4 Persian or Lebanese cucumbers (Beith Alpha or 2 classic cucumbers)
- 2 cups thick plain yogurt (Greek yogurt type)
- 3 oz. raisins , optional
- 4 walnut kernels , optional, toasted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder , optional
- 4 fresh mint leaves , finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried mint leaves
- salt
- pepper
- A few dried rose petals , optional
Instructions
- Peel and seed the cucumbers and grate them or cut them into very small cubes (according to taste) then place them in a colander and let them drain for 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, add the yogurt, then add the raisins (optional), garlic powder (optional), dried mint and fresh mint.
- Squeeze the cucumbers with the hands to drain them completely and add them to the yogurt.
- Season with salt and pepper and stir for 2 minutes to fully diffuse all the flavors.
- Place the mast-o khiar in the refrigerator for at least 1h30.
- To serve, optionally decorate the mast-o khiar with dried rose petals and walnuts and enjoy with barbari, lavash, or pita bread.
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