Chilli Cucumber Bhartha Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 24 minutes | 🍽️ Servings: 1 | 🍲 Yield: Not specified
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chilli Cucumber Bhartha, a zesty dish perfect for a quick meal or as a side dish to complement your main course. Bursting with the freshness of cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions, spiced up with aromatic garam masala and green chilies, this recipe promises a tantalizing experience for your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 2 cucumbers
- 4 tomatoes
- 4 onions
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 9 green chilies
- 2 teaspoons salt
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 645
- Fat: 16.3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 4729.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 123.9g
- Fiber: 21.1g
- Sugar: 62.5g
- Protein: 20.4g
Instructions:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Peel the cucumbers and boil them in an open container for 10 minutes on high heat, followed by an additional 10 minutes on low heat, or alternatively, give one whistle in your pressure cooker. |
| 2 | Mash the boiled cucumbers after draining any excess water. |
| 3 | Finely chop the onions, tomatoes, and green chilies. |
| 4 | Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. |
| 5 | Add the chopped onions to the pan and fry for about 4 minutes until they turn translucent. |
| 6 | Next, add the chopped tomatoes and green chilies to the pan. |
| 7 | Season with salt, deghi mirch, and garam masala. |
| 8 | Fry the mixture for approximately 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices. |
| 9 | Now, add the mashed cucumber to the pan and continue frying for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil separates and all the excess water evaporates. |
Serving:
- Serve the Chilli Cucumber Bhartha hot as a side dish with rice, roti, or any bread of your choice.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves or a sprinkle of lemon juice for an extra burst of flavor.
Tips:
- Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the number of green chilies.
- For added richness, you can drizzle a tablespoon of ghee over the finished dish before serving.
- Experiment with different varieties of cucumbers for varying textures and flavors.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, reheating gently before serving.
