The traditional yogurt-cucumber mix that cools Middle Eastern and Indian barbecue dishes operates the same way with cheater BBQ. This slaw is a natural side to Tandoori BBQ Chicken Thighs (page 96) and Cheater QāBalls (page 129). When we have any leftover brisket, burgers, or turkey, it gets loaded into pita pockets with as much slaw as will fit topped with whatever hot Indian chutney happens to be in Minās fridge door condiment collection at the time.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon kosher salt
One 16-ounce bag slaw mix
1 seedless cucumber, chopped into bite-size chunks (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation
Step 1
COMBINE the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, cumin seeds, and salt in a large bowl. Blend well with a fork.
Step 2
ADD the slaw, cucumber, and onion. Toss well to blend the vegetables with the dressing.
Step 3
Gently Stir in the cilantro. Chill before serving.
