Taushe Hullel / Cucumber Pachadi

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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.

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