This cooling yoghurt is perfect for serving with any hot curry dish in order to cool it down. You could also dollop it onto naan bread or serve it with a side dish such as an onion bhaji for a delicious meal.

Ingredients:

• 750g plain natural yoghurt
• 1 tbsp. chopped pistachio nuts
• 1 tbsp. flaked almonds
• 2 tbsp. chopped cashew nuts
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 2 tbsp. raisins soaked in orange juice for half an hour

Method of Preparation:

1. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl and cover, then chill until needed.

Add extra flavour to this fruit and nut raita by adding chilli powder or honey if you prefer things sweeter. This recipe serves eight. Alter nut quantities depending on your own tastes.

Author: Laura Young

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