Cucumber Pulisheri is a traditional Indian dish made with cucumber and a variety of spices. It is a savory dish that is often served as a side dish with Indian meals, typically with rice or roti. Here is a recipe you can use to make Cucumber Pulisheri at home:

 Cucumber Pulisheri is a traditional Indian dish made with cucumber and a variety of spices. It is a savory dish that is often served as a side dish with Indian meals, typically with rice or roti. Here is a recipe you can use to make Cucumber Pulisheri at home:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of diced cucumber
  • 1 cup of yogurt
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2 cups of water

Instructions:

  1. In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, fry until they start to splutter.
  2. Add the onions, garlic, and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  3. Add the diced cucumber, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste. Sauté for a couple of minutes.
  4. Add 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the Cucumber is cooked through.
  5. Once the curry thickens, turn off the heat and allow it to cool down.
  6. Whip the yogurt and add it to the cooled curry.
  7. Your Cucumber Pulisheri is now ready to be served.

This dish is a perfect combination of spicy and tangy flavor. It's a great way to add some flavor to your meal and also a good source of vitamins and minerals. You can adjust the amount of chili powder as per your preference to make it more delicious. You can also garnish it with some coriander leaves before serving. It can be served as a side dish with rice or roti or even as a dip with some chips or crackers.

Note that you should use fresh and ripe cucumber for this dish, as unripe cucumber can be tough and have a bitter taste.


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