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Gently drain the liquid from the top of the yogurt before combining with other ingredients so that the flavors are not diluted.

For this traditional Asian fondue, raw strips of chicken are cooked quickly at the table in a pot of boiling broth. Guests then place the cooked chicken strips on lettuce leaves, add noodles and whatever garnishes they choose, roll up the leaves and complete the packages with a bit of the Sweet-and-Spicy Dipping Sauce. When all of the chicken has been eaten, divide the remaining broth among the guests.

Active time: 40 min Start to finish: 40 min

Once the soup is processed, the addition of extra yogurt adds a creamy texture. The diced cucumber and radishes add a crunchy texture. If hothouse cucumbers are not available, substitute the firm garden variety and double the amount called for. Peel cucumbers and halve lengthwise, then seed.

A nice accompaniment to grilled sea bass, scallops or shrimp.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A nice side dish for a casual picnic or for a fancier meal with grilled chicken or seafood.

Skordalia is often made with mashed potatoes or bread soaked in water, but we feel the yogurt gives it more flavor. Skordalia is also good with grilled fish or chicken breasts.

Also nice over vanilla frozen yogurt.

This recipe was created to accompany Roasted Chicken Legs with Plum Chili Salsa . Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Some cooks may prefer to substitute more readily available angel's-hair pasta for the rice noodles called for in this recipe.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.