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Ingredients

• 5 pieces Fresh Cucumbers (large, yellowish or thick‑skinned; washed, peeled, seeded, sliced thin)
• 2 tablespoons Salt (helps draw out excess water)
• 2 tablespoons Red Chili Paste (spicy, can be homemade or store‑bought)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Chaat Masala (optional, adds tangy flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (for stir‑fry)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger (minced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced (about 1 teaspoon))
• 3 pieces Dried Red Chili (whole, for tempering)
• 100 grams Smoked Meat (e.g., smoked chicken strips; can substitute paneer for vegetarian version)
• 100 grams Paneer (cut into cubes; use if making vegetarian version)
• 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce (regular or gluten‑free tamari)
• 2 tablespoons Green Onions (chopped)
• 2 cups Warm Water (for rehydrating dried cucumber)

Instructions

1. Wash Cucumbers

   Rinse the fresh cucumbers under cold running water to remove any soil.

   Time: PT5M

2. Peel Cucumbers

   Using a vegetable peeler, remove the thick skin from each cucumber.

   Time: PT10M

3. Remove Seeds

   Slice each cucumber lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.

   Time: PT5M

4. Slice Thin Strips

   Cut the cucumber flesh into thin, long strips (about 2‑3 mm thick).

   Time: PT10M

5. Salt and Rest

   Place the cucumber strips in a large bowl, sprinkle with 2 Tbsp salt, toss well and let sit for 3 hours to draw out excess moisture.

   Time: PT2M

6. Sun‑Dry the Cucumbers

   Spread the salted cucumber strips in a bamboo basket in a single layer and leave in direct sunlight until they turn golden and are completely dry (about 6‑8 hours on a bright day).

   Time: PT0M

7. Store Dried Cucumbers

   Transfer fully dried cucumber strips to an airtight jar and keep at room temperature until needed.

   Time: PT0M

8. Rehydrate for Use

   Place the required amount of dried cucumber in a bowl, cover with warm water and let sit for 5 minutes, then drain.

   Time: PT5M

9. Prepare Cold Cucumber Chaat

   Finely chop the rehydrated cucumber, then toss with red chili paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, and chaat masala. Mix until evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

10. Serve Chaat

    Serve the spicy cucumber chaat chilled as a refreshing appetizer.

    Time: PT0M

11. Heat Oil for Stir‑Fry

    Add 2 Tbsp vegetable oil to a kadhai and heat over medium‑high until shimmering.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: medium‑high

12. Temper Aromatics

    Add minced ginger, minced garlic, and whole dried red chilies. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

    Time: PT1M

    Temperature: medium‑high

13. Stir‑Fry Cucumber

    Add the rehydrated cucumber strips and stir‑fry for 3‑4 minutes until they become slightly crisp but retain some bite.

    Time: PT4M

    Temperature: medium‑high

14. Add Protein

    Add the smoked meat strips (or paneer cubes) and stir‑fry for another 2 minutes until heated through.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: medium‑high

15. Finish with Sauce and Herbs

    Stir in 1 Tbsp soy sauce and chopped green onions, toss for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

    Time: PT1M

16. Serve Hot Stir‑Fry

    Plate the hot stir‑fried cucumber with smoked meat/paneer and serve immediately.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

8 g

Fat

9 g

Fiber

2 g