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PdfOoo, cucumber curry is a delicious twist—especially with yellow cucumbers! Here’s a simple, comforting South Indian-style cucumber curry (also called Dosakaya Curry when made with yellow cucumber):
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Basic Yellow Cucumber Curry (Meatless & Vegan)
Ingredients:
• 1 yellow cucumber (peeled, seeds scooped, diced)
• ½ onion, chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp chili powder (or skip for low histamine)
• ½ tsp ground coriander or curry powder
• Salt to taste
• Oil for cooking
• Water or coconut milk for simmering
• Optional: garlic, ginger, fresh cilantro
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Prep cucumber: Peel, remove seeds (if large), and chop.
Temper spices: Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds—when they pop, add cumin seeds.
Sauté aromatics: Add onions, cook until soft. Add garlic/ginger if using.
Add tomato & spices: Stir in tomato, turmeric, coriander, chili powder, and salt. Cook until tomato softens.
Add cucumber: Stir in diced cucumber and a splash of water or coconut milk.
Simmer: Cover and cook until cucumber is tender (10–15 mins).
Finish: Taste and adjust salt/spices. Garnish with cilantro.
Instructions:
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Serving Ideas:
• Over rice or quinoa
• With flatbread or naan
• As a side to grilled veggies or lentils
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