Author Notes: In my opinion this Mint and coriander Sauce is essential at your BBQ party. Period. It is summery, fresh and aromatic – what else can you ask for?
If you have that “special” relationship with coriander that it doesn’t go anywhere near your mouth – change it to parsley.
Shame thou —Kirill Greidan
Makes: 100-150g
Ingredients
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1/2
Large Cucumber
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2
Garlic Cloves (not peeled)
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1
Handful of Fresh Mint
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1
Handful of Fresh Coriander
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1
Green Chilli
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1
Thumb-sized Piece of Tamarind (or 2 Dates)
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1
Lemon, Juice
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1
pinch Salt
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3
tablespoons Olive Oil
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1/2
teaspoon Mustard Seeds
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1/2
teaspoon Nigella Seeds
Directions
- First of all put in a food processor (or blender) the cucumber, mint and coriander leaves, garlic, green chilli, tamarind (or dates) and whizz until roughly combined.
- Add to the mixture lemon juice, pinch of salt, olive oil, mustard and nigella seeds. Mix well. Use immediately.
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Photo by Kirill Greidan
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Photo by Kirill Greidan