Rita (Yogurt sauce)

Difficulty Rating 1

2 Tbsp Cucumber diced
2 Tbsp Onion diced
2 cups Curd (plain yogurt)
1 tsp Salt

1. Mix all ingredients.
Serve chilled with rice and curry. (Can’t get any easier that that)

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