Rub all surfaces of chops with vegetable oil; mix together the optional salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander, turmeric, cayenne and dry mustard and rub this seasoning mixture evenly over chops. Cover and let rest at room temperature for one hour.
For Raita: In small saut? pan, heat cumin seed over high heat, stirring frequently and watching carefully, just until seed is toasted. Remove seed to a medium bowl and crush with the back of a spoon. Stir in remaining ingredients; cover and refrigerate until serving time.
Prepare moderately hot fire in kettle-style grill. Place chops directly over heat, lower grill hood and grill 8 minutes; turn and grill 7 minutes more. Serve with Corn and Cumin Raita.
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