Fresh and Flavorful: Akshada Desai's Koshimbir Recipe

If you like Maharashtrian food, Koshimbir is a must-try! This simple yet healthy salad is a common accompaniment to traditional Maharashtrian dishes. The best part? It's really simple to make! Akshada Desai, a food influencer, offers her favorite recipe for Koshimbir, which adds freshness and taste to any dish.

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/3 cup finely chopped tomato
• 1/3 cup finely chopped cucumber
• 1/3 cup grated carrot
• 2-3 green chilies (adjust as per taste)
• Salt and sugar to taste
• 1-2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• 2-3 tbsp thick yogurt (dahi)
• 2-3 tbsp crushed peanut powder (made by roasting and grinding peanuts)

How to make Koshimbir?

• Take a mixing bowl and add the chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, grated carrots, and green chilies.
• Add salt, sugar, and chopped coriander leaves.
• Then, add thick yogurt and crushed peanut powder for creaminess and sweetness.
• Mix everything well so that all the ingredients are combined.
• If you're already doing this, hold off on adding the salt until you're ready to serve the salad to prevent it from becoming soggy.

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This easy Koshimbir dish is an excellent addition to any meal, giving a crisp and refreshing flavor to your plate. The curd imparts a mild acidity, while the peanut powder adds flavor. This dish can be eaten as part of a Maharashtra thali or with any other meal.