Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tsp

White Urad Dal (Split)

whole

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

ground

4 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

3 unit

Dry Red Chillies

whole

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

whole

2 cloves

Garlic

minced

1 cup

Tamarind Water

1 unit

Mangalorean cucumber

diced

4 tbsp

Fresh coconut

grated

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

whole

1 tsp

Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal)

whole

1 tbsp

Jaggery

grated

1 tsp

Methi Seeds (Fenugreek Seeds)

whole

1 sprig

Curry leaves

fresh

Step 1
~4 min

Pressure cook the Mangalore cucumber with a pinch of salt and 1/2 cup water for 1 whistle.

Step 2
~4 min

Release the pressure naturally and keep aside.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat a frying pan, add oil, fenugreek seeds, urad dal, chana dal, coconut, cumin seeds, dry red chillies, curry leaves, and garlic.

Step 4
~4 min

Fry for about 2 minutes until aromatic.

Step 5
~4 min

Cool the fried ingredients and grind into a smooth creamy paste, adding water little by little.

Step 6
~4 min

Keep the ground paste aside.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat a skillet with oil.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the ground mixture along with the cooked Mangalore cucumber.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir well.

Step 10
~4 min

Add salt and turmeric powder and check for seasoning.

Step 11
~4 min

Simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 12
~4 min

In another kadai pan, heat oil and crackle mustard seeds and urad dal.

Step 13
~4 min

Immediately add curry leaves and allow it to crackle.

Step 14
~4 min

Pour the tempered spices over the curry and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the number of red chillies based on your spice preference.

Ensure the cucumber is not overcooked during pressure cooking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or dosa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Neer Dosa
Solkadhi

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Konkan, India

Cultural Significance

Traditional dish in Konkani cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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