Makes about 1 1/4 cups / Great for chicken and lamb. Yogurt’s acidity is gentle, so you can marinate meats for several hours. Wipe off excess before grilling.

2 teaspoons toasted and ground cumin seeds

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1 tablespoon minced or pressed garlic

1/4 cup minced green onions

1 1/4 cups plain yogurt

2 tablespoons sweet paprika

1/4 cup loosely packed, finely chopped fresh mint leaves

Mix all ingredients together.