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Cucumbers In Turmeric

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  • Servings: 9
  • Prep: 60m
  • Cook: 90m
    • The following recipe serves 9 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 1 1/2 pounds cucumbers (3 cucumbers, peeled, seeded and cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 3 tablespoons salt (divided)
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons oil (peanut oil)
  • 2 tablespoons ground almonds (optional)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Combine cucumber pieces with 2 tablespoons of salt.

  • Step 2: Refrigerate for 1 hour.

  • Step 3: Rinse and drain well. Squeeze out any excess moisture.

  • Step 4: Heat peanut oil and saute shallots, garlic and ginger until softened.

  • Step 5: Add almonds, turmeric, sugar and remaining salt. Stir well.

  • Step 6: Add vinegar and water.

  • Step 7: Simmer 10 minutes.

  • Step 8: Pour over cucumbers.

  • Step 9: Mix well.

  • Step 10: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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