If you're grating the cucumber it's best to squeeze out a little of the juice before mixing with the other ingredients.
ingredients
250 ml (8 fl oz) natural yoghurt
1/2cucumber, grated or finely chopped
large handful mint leaves, chopped
large pinch salt
1/2 - 1 green chilli, de-seeded and finely chopped (optional)
method
1. Mix together all the ingredients and serve chilled as an accompaniment to any curry or as a dip for poppadoms.
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