Cucumber With Coconut

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, turmeric-infused Thai cucumber stir-fry with a gentle kick of heat
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This dish transforms humble cucumbers into a luxurious, velvety side dish using rich creamed coconut and golden turmeric. The cucumbers retain a slight crunch while soaking up the fragrant, spiced coconut milk. A dried chilli adds a subtle, warming heat that balances the sweetness of the coconut. It&# 226;€™s a quick, comforting meal that feels both exotic and homey, perfect served over rice or as a vibrant addition to a Thai-inspired feast. Ready in under 30 minutes.

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Cucumber With Coconut

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3 Calories: 90.5

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This dish transforms humble cucumbers into a luxurious, velvety side dish using rich creamed coconut and golden turmeric. The cucumbers retain a slight crunch while soaking up the fragrant, spiced coconut milk. A dried chilli adds a subtle, warming heat that balances the sweetness of the coconut. It&# 226;€™s a quick, comforting meal that feels both exotic and homey, perfect served over rice or as a vibrant addition to a Thai-inspired feast. Ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Dice the cucumber into bite-sized chunks and set aside.
  2. In a jug, dissolve the creamed coconut in hot water, stirring until smooth. Stir in the turmeric.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Add the dried chilli and fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly crisp.
  5. Add the diced cucumber to the pan and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until just tender-crisp.
  6. Pour the coconut-turmeric mixture into the pan.
  7. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
  8. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 90.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.4g13%
Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 4.2g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g7%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: thai, cucumber, coconut, turmeric, vegan, stir-fry, spicy, creamy, side dish, quick, easy, dinner, gluten-free, asian, vegetarian, chilli, healthy, comfort food
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