Andhra Special Dosakaya Tomato Curry is mildly spicy, vegan, gluten-free and extremely delicious side dish recipe. This 30-minute curry recipe is quick and easy to make with just few simple ingredients. Serve this with hot white rice and papadam.
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About This Recipe
I was introduced to this simple and easy-to-make dosakaya tomato curry by my husband. In the initial days after our marriage, I was completely amateur at cooking vegetables. The only thing I knew at that time were vegetable fries (like Potato fry, Kunduri Fry, Lady’s Finger Fry, Brinjal Fry…). I think he got bored of eating the same old routine fries. So, one fine day, on his way back home, he bought fresh tomatoes and yellow cucumbers with him. And said, “Today, I will cook for you.” I was on cloud 9 by hearing this and wondering what he is going to prepare with these two different fruits. Yeah cucumbers are also fruits like tomatoes.
To my surprise, he prepared this juicy, pleasant-tasting, and red-hot combo of tomatoes and cucumber. It was the very first time he had cooked for me, and he presented something entirely new, which I had never tasted before. Oh, I was very happy and excited to indulge in it. From that day till today, this curry has remained one of my special favorites.
Dosakaya Tomato Curry Ingredients
- Dosakaya (Telugu) | Kakdi (Hindi) | Yellow Cucumber – Is a popular vegetable in Indian cuisine, particularly in South Indian and Telugu cuisine. It belongs to the cucumber family and has a bright yellow skin with firm flesh and seeds inside. Dosakaya has a slightly tangy and refreshing flavor, making it a versatile ingredient in various dishes such as curries, chutneys and pickles. It adds a unique texture and taste to recipes, enhancing their overall flavor profile of the recipe.
- Tomato: Add a tangy and slightly sweet taste, balancing the flavors of the dish.
- Onion: Adds a savory depth and aroma to the curry.
- Ginger-Garlic Paste: This paste provides a warm and aromatic base flavor to the curry, enhancing its overall taste.
- Green Chilies: Add a spicy kick to the dish and balances the flavours.
- Red Chili Powder: Brings vibrant color and a fiery heat to the curry, enhancing its spiciness.
- Turmeric Powder: Provides a golden hue to the curry and adds a mild earthy flavor.
- Salt: Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients and balances the overall taste of the curry.
- Fresh Coriander Leaves: Add a refreshing herbal aroma and a pop of green color to the finished dish, enhancing its visual appeal and freshness.
Dosakaya Tomato Curry
Kakdi Tamatar ki Sabzi, Dosakaya Tomato Curry is a simple yet flavorful curry. The combination of Kakdi (Dosakaya) and tomatoes creates a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The tanginess of the tomatoes complements the subtle freshness of the Kakdi, resulting in a dish that is both refreshing and satisfying. With the addition of ginger-garlic paste and herbs, this curry becomes a wholesome and delicious accompaniment to rice or roti. Its simplicity makes it a favorite in many households, offering a taste of comfort and warmth with every bite.
The simplicity and ease of preparation make this Dosakaya Tomato Curry recipe perfect for busy or lazy days. With minimal ingredients and straightforward cooking steps, you can have a flavorful and nutritious dish ready in no time. It’s a great option for those days when you want a satisfying meal without spending too much time in the kitchen. Plus, the vibrant colors and inviting aroma of this curry are sure to lift your spirits and make any mealtime enjoyable. Whether you’re pressed for time or just want to relax and unwind, this simple curry is a perfect choice.
Kakdi Tamatar Ka Salan
Kakdi Tamatar ki Sabzi, Dosakaya Tomato Curry brings together the vibrant flavors of yellow cucumber (Kakdi or Dosakaya) and ripe tomatoes in a simple yet satisfying curry.
Ingredients
- ½ kg Kakdi, peeled, washed, de-seeded and cut into pieces
- ¼ kg Tomato, washed, deseeded and cut into small pieces
- 1 Onion, peeled, washed and sliced
- ½ tbsp. Ginger-Garlic paste
- 2 Green chilies, washed, de-seeded and cut length-wise
- 1 tbsp Red chili powder
- ¼ tbsp. Turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil
- 2-3 springs fresh Coriander leaves
Instructions
How To Make Kakdi Tamatar
- In a pressure cooker, add oil, kakdi pieces, tomato pieces, sliced onions, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, red chili powder, salt and turmeric powder.
- Stir on medium flame till all the ingredients mix together completely say for about 5 minutes.
- Add one cup of water and reduce the flame.
- Place the lid and pressure cook for 2 whistles. Wait till pressure settles.
- Once the pressure settles, remove the lid and check for salt.
- Adjust accordingly. Cook till desired consistency and turn off the flame.
- Add coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed white rice.
- Add 'love' to make this kakdi tamatar ki sabzi taste 'YUMMY'.
Notes
Points To Remember
To get that typical tangy taste in this curry, use round yellow cucumbers. Sometimes oval or stripped cucumbers can be sweet or bitter. So, it is better to use yellow round cucumbers. Use desi (nattu) tomatoes for making this recipe. Hybrid ones will add sweet taste to the curry.
Checking the bitterness of cucumber seeds before adding them to the dish is indeed a wise practice. Bitter seeds can affect the overall flavor of the curry negatively. Tasting the cucumber and seeds beforehand allows you to assess their quality and adjust accordingly.
If the seeds are bitter, you can remove them or choose a different cucumber to ensure a delicious and enjoyable dish. This simple precaution can help maintain the desired taste and quality of the curry.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 77Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 242mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
rekhas kitchen says
yummy yummy curry one of my fav beautiful pic
Purva Desai says
This curry looks delicious……I will really fall in love with Tomatoes seeing this curryParticipate in Colourful event of Holi….follow the link for further informationhttp://purvasdaawat.blogspot.com/2009/03/event-announcement-holi-hai.html
notyet100 says
yummy veggie,..new for me,..:-)nd ya congrtas for winnin,..
Varunavi says
yummy, this is my mom’s fav,she prefers it wet.
Lakshmi Venkatesh says
Curry looks beautiful. Very simple.
Lakshmi Venkatesh says
Congrats on your winning.
Smitha says
yum!!
Asha says
YAY! Congratulations on winning! :)He cooked for you? How lucky. Mine never cooks for me at all, been married him to 22 yrs! :DGreat looking dish, my compliments to the chef! 🙂
Sanghi says
wow…! Perfect loving recipe with gorgeous tomatoes. Pic looks tempting. Thanks for sending this for FIL event. Expecting more tomato delights 4m you dear 🙂
Suparna says
wow…interesting curry sounds easy and healthy..nice picTC
Zee says
Congratulations for winning!This recipe is a totally new one for me…never seen one with cooked cucumbers…gotta try it..thanks for sharing 🙂
Priya says
Congrats for winning the masterpiece event dear…Dosakaya curry looks really delicious..
Poornima Nair says
Wow…thats a yummy entry…I have only used cucumbers in salads…
pooja says
nice pics.Looking yummy….
Ashwini says
Yummy curry and very beatiful picture too. Congrats on winning..
Deepa Hari says
Curry looks Yum…nice combo.
Happy cook says
Love the colour and it looks delicious.
Paru ... says
Lovely curry..Looks so delicious
Madhumathi says
Curry looks delicious..Congrats on your winning 🙂
Ivy says
It looks lovely although I do not know what the yellow cucumber, Dosakaya, is.
srikars kitchen says
YUMMY.. looks delicious..
Nithya Praveen says
Yummy curry,beautiful pic too.Never heard of this name before.will try,bookmarked:)
Neha says
Nice curry, n totally new to me..Thanx for sending..
Kitchen Flavours says
Thank you Rekha, Purva, Priyanka, Varunavi, Lakshmi, Smitha, Asha, Sanghi, Suparna, Zee, Priya, Poornima, Pooja, Ashwini, Deepa, Happy Cook, Paru, Madhumati, Ivy, Srikar, Nithya and Neha.
A_and_N says
the final picture is indeed shining! We’re big fans of tangy curries so this one is a keeper 🙂
Rajee says
How are you doing? What a great post here. It really took long time to hear from u.Congrats on your winning, Lubna.
Sushma says
Very nice picture, congratulations for winning.Nice to know that you hubby cooks for you, my hubby will never do that 🙁
Dershana says
that’s a new one for me! congrats on winning kitchen masterpiece 🙂
Madhu's cooking gallery says
Looks super yummy! inviting..nice click!
vidhas says
Delicious currya ns awesome click. Congrtas on your winning.
Priti says
Congrats dear….curry looks so yum
Divz says
thats such a simple recipe..looks yum
LG says
beautiful picture Lubna. Tomato and dosakaya go well together and the curry looks delicious indeed 🙂 You query about archived entries for Meals on Wheels- please send them accross 🙂 as long as their shelf life is 2 days without refrigeration.
Shama Nagarajan says
Congrats dear…..lovely curry
sowmya says
congrats on your win.. lovely tempting pictures
Dibs says
the photo looks all shiny and yummy!
sra says
I have some dosakaya with me, think this is IT tomorrow. What is Kunduri Fry?
Vrinda says
i lov yellow cuccumber .I also make similar curry but i add ground coconut to make gravy..
AnuSriram says
Yummy! Curry looks delicious and a nice click! Congrats on your winning!
DEESHA says
wow this is such a unique combo .. I shall try this for sure
n33ma says
yummy curry…….I have started eating dosakaya only these days ad I love it.
Yasmeen says
congrats on the win,lubna.The spicy cucumber curry is nice variation with cool cucumbers:)
Uma says
wow, your hubby seems to be a great cook too. Curry looks mouth-watering. Congratulations on the win Lubna! Time for celebration! 🙂
homecooked says
Wow…I didnt know you could make a veg like preparation from cucumbers! Looks yummy! And congrats on the award 🙂
Ivy says
I have something for you.
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
What a yummy looking dish! Very interesting…Cheers,Rosa
Clumbsy Cookie says
I don’t even know if I understood all the ingredients in this curry, but I know I would eat it right now!
Kitchen Flavours says
Thank you A&n, Rajee, Sushma, Dershana, Madhu, Vidhas, Priti, Divz, LG, Shama, Sowmya, Dibs, Sra, Vrindha, Anusriram, Desha, Neema, Yasmeen, Homecooked, Uma, Ivy, Rosa and Clumbsy Cookie.