Shallot Raita

Directions

1. 1
   Put the yougurt into a serving bowl.
2. 2
   Add water, more or less, depending on how thick you want the yogurt to be, and stir until smooth.
3. 3
   Add the shallots and salt and blend.
4. 4
   In a small frying pan put the oil and mustard seeds. Heat over high heat until the mustard seeds have popped for about 5 seconds.
5. 5
   Quickly add the cayenne and then pour the mixture into the yogurt. Stir.
6. 6
   Garnish with the cilantro.
7. 7
   Set in the fridge for a time so that the flavors can marry. Good served with vegetable biriyani.