Taushe hullel/Cucumber Pachadi

Cucumber is called “Taushe” in Konkani. “Taushe hullel” is a side dish that is usually a part of the meal that is offered to god during festivals.

Ingredients

1 cup finely chopped cucumber

1/2 inch finely chopped ginger

1 finely chopped green chilli

Salt to taste

For the masala;

1/2 cup coconut gratings

1 red chilli roasted in little oil

Chana dal size tamarind

Grind these into a smooth paste

For the tempering:

2 sp oil

curry leaves

Procedure

• Mix chopped cucumber, salt, chopped green chillies and ginger in a bowl

• Add the masala and mix well, add the tempering and serve with rice.