Maharashtrian Koshimbir: Cucumber Raw Mango Salad
Try this quick and refreshing Cucumber Raw Mango Salad recipe! A spicy, sweet, and tangy Maharashtrian Koshimbir side dish ready in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 medium Onion chopped nicely, not too thick or thin
- 1 small Tomato seeds removed, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Raw Mango / Kairi grated or finely chopped
- ½ large Cucumber peeled and finely grated; do not squeeze out the water
- A handful of fresh Coriander leaves finely chopped
- 1 small piece of Jaggery finely grated
- 1 tablespoon Kanda Lasun Masala Onion-Garlic spice blend - adjust to taste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Veggies: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the chopped onions, deseeded tomatoes, and grated raw mango.
- Add the Cucumber: Add the finely grated cucumber to the bowl. Make sure to keep the natural cucumber water, as it helps bind the salad together.
- Season the Salad: Add the freshly chopped coriander leaves, finely grated jaggery, and salt to the bowl. Note: Add salt carefully, as Kanda Lasun Masala already contains some salt.
- Spice it Up: Add 1 tablespoon of Kanda Lasun Masala to the mixture.
- Mix Well: Using a spoon, mix everything together thoroughly until the grated jaggery completely dissolves and coats the veggies nicely.
- Serve: Your spicy and tangy Maharashtrian Koshimbir Recipe is ready to be enjoyed!