Yogurt with Raisins, Cucumber, and Walnuts
Photo by Bobbi Lin
Mast, which translates to yogurt in Farsi, is a staple side dish on many Persian tables. The yogurt can be mixed with shallots, grated cooked beets, cooked spinach, or, most commonly, with Persian cucumbers, mint, and dried rose. Serve this with our herby rice recipe.
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