Cucumber Pachadi

Cucumber Pachadi is a refreshing South Indian yogurt-based side dish that balances the crispness of cucumbers with aromatic spices. This cooling accompaniment is perfect for spicy meals, offering both flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 1 medium (approximately 200 grams)
• Plain yogurt - 200 grams
• Green chili - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 1 teaspoon
• Mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Asafoetida (hing) - a pinch

Steps

1. Wash and peel the cucumber, then grate it into a bowl.
2. Add the chopped green chili, chopped coriander leaves, and salt to the grated cucumber. Mix well and set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until smooth.
4. Combine the cucumber mixture with the yogurt and stir until well blended.
5. In a small pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and allow them to crackle.
6. Once the mustard seeds crackle, add the cumin seeds and a pinch of asafoetida. Sauté for a few seconds.
7. Pour the tempering over the cucumber and yogurt mixture and stir gently to combine.
8. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 90
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in hydration due to high water content in cucumbers.
• Good source of probiotics from yogurt, promoting gut health.

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