Khamang Kakdi or Kakdi Chi Koshimbir is a popular Maharastrian Side dish very similar to our Kosambari. The Only difference is the addition of roasted & crushed Peanuts which gives it an amazing flavor
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How To Make Khamang Kakdi
You Will Need:
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1/2 Cup Peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Grated Coconut
- Chopped Coriander for garnish
- Juice of Half a lime
- Salt
To Temper:
- 1 tablespoon Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2 slit Green Chilies
- 4-5 Curry Leaves
- A pinch of Asafoetida
How To:
Dry roast Peanuts until crisp on the outside. Should take 2-3 minutes. Coarsely crush them in a blender or use a Mortar - Pestle
Peel the Cucumber & Chop off the edges. Finely chop them & transfer into a bowl . Add the crushed peanuts, Grated coconut
In a small pan, heat Oil & temper with mustard seeds, Asafoetida, Curry Leaves & Green Chilies
Pour the Tempering over the cucumber-Peanut Mixtur, Add Chopped coriander, lime juice & mix well
Serve as a side dish or eat as a Salad
