Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

Cucumber

peeled and diced

1 unit

Mango (Raw)

peeled and diced

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

0.25 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 cup

Water

0.25 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

2 tsp

Cumin seeds

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

0.5 tsp

White Urad Dal

split

1 sprig

Curry leaves

1 unit

Dry Red Chilli

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Grind grated coconut, cumin seeds, and a green chilli with a little water into a smooth paste using a mixer grinder. Set aside.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat a pan, add diced cucumber, raw mango, green chilli, turmeric powder, salt, and 1 cup water.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook the vegetables until they retain a firm texture or pressure cook for 1 whistle.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the coconut mix to the cooked vegetables and mix well.

Step 5
~3 min

Simmer for 2 minutes and switch off the flame.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat oil in a small tadka pan, add mustard seeds and urad dal and let them crackle.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the dried red chilli and curry leaves and let them splutter.

Step 8
~3 min

Pour this tadka over the Cucumber Mango Pulissery.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve hot with steamed rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chillies according to your spice preference.

Use freshly grated coconut for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead, flavors improve over time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice

Serve as a side dish with other Kerala meals

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Idichakka Thoran
Papadum

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala, India

Cultural Significance

A traditional dish often made during the mango season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Summer Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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