Cake Made From Cucumber? Try This Ratnagiri-Special Cucumber Cake; Recipe Inside

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What You Need

[{"selector":"#anim-13bfee68-f5e8-4974-bbf1-c8cbd5a06736 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-3.552713678800501e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] 2 large cucumbers, 1 cup semolina, 1 cup grated jaggery, 1/2 cup grated coconut, 1 teaspoon cardamom powder, Pinch of salt, Ghee, milk, yoghurt. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

Step 1

[{"selector":"#anim-facc7198-45c8-45ef-b5bc-b340852f3503 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-3.552713678800501e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Grate two large cucumbers and squeeze out excess water using a muslin cloth. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

Step 2

[{"selector":"#anim-84b472e7-0bf9-4c03-add9-bedbb55b1b2b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(3.552713678800501e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cucumber with 1 cup of semolina, 1 cup of grated jaggery, 1/2 cup of grated coconut, 1 teaspoon of cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

Step 3

[{"selector":"#anim-596f143c-35f2-49c0-b0dc-d71bf5792a06 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(7.105427357601002e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Mix the ingredients thoroughly and let the batter rest for about 15 minutes to allow the semolina to absorb moisture. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

Step 4

[{"selector":"#anim-70917cc2-7a44-4fe3-9999-d0f679e70331 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Grease a steaming tin or cake tin with ghee. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

Step 5

[{"selector":"#anim-87c87ab2-6be2-4d55-b457-eb26128107c1 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

Step 6

[{"selector":"#anim-32cfd804-5d82-4bdf-8b68-c8e1543cabd7 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-3.552713678800501e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Steam the batter in a pressure cooker or steamer for about 20-25 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

Step 7

[{"selector":"#anim-73aec43d-7fb0-4052-888a-86f9198556fa [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(10.866146416990334%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Once cooled slightly, cut the cake into diamond shapes and serve warm, garnished with grated coconut and a drizzle of ghee if desired. Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram

[{"selector":"#anim-ffcab36e-bfe2-490e-8682-1c2eb196c9f0 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Enjoy this Cucumber cake at home! Credits: @captain_amaira/Instagram