Ingredients

• 3 large ripe tomatoes, seeded and ­cubed
• 1/2 medium white onion, finely ­chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped ­cilantro
• 1/2 green chili, seeded and ­chopped
• 1/3 cup red wine vinegar (or brown English cider ­vinegar)
• 2 tablespoons olive ­oil
• 1 tablespoon ­sugar
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to ­taste

Instructions

1. Place the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and chili in a bowl, and mix ­well.

2. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour the vinaigrette over the tomato mixture along with 2 tablespoons of water, refrigerate for up to 2 hours, and serve. This raita can be stored in a covered glass or ceramic container in the refrigerator for up to 24 ­hours.

Other Sauces & Marinades

Apricot Jam
Arugula Sauce
Bordelaise Sauce
Chocolate Coffee Sauce
Cranberry Orange Relish
Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Dill Mustard Sauce
Garam Masala
Homemade Crème Fraîche
Mango Chutney
Parsley Tarragon Sauce
Peach Chutney
Pesto
Pistou
Strawberry Jam
Tomato Sauce
Whipped Cream
Yogurt and Cucumber Raita

Tips

Key Indian Ingredients and Terms
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