This is a Mangalorean Konkani side dish usually prepared with jack fruit seeds which are usually seasonal. Instead of Jackfruit seeds we can use Chowli or Alsande bee.(Cow peas or Lobia )
Ingredients :
- Madras cucumber -1/2 kg (cut into big cubes)
- Cow peas -1-2 tbsp
- Coconut- 1/2 or approximate 1 cup (heaped )
- Red chillies (slightly fried in little oil) -8-10
- Tamarind -little
- Salt to taste
For Seasoning :
- Coconut oil -1 tbsp
- Garlic pods -10 -12
Method:
- Cook Cow peas in Pressure cooker.
- Cut Cucumber into 1 inches cubes with skin.
- Cook Cucumber in enough water.
- Grind coconut ,chillies and tamarind with little water to a fine paste.
- Add cooked cow peas, ground paste and salt to cooked cucumber and boil few more minutes.
- Heat oil in small Pan add crushed garlic and fry till golden colour pour this over gravy
- Serve hot with Rice ( this usually goes well with boiled rice ).


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