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Home » Breakfast » Cucumber Thalipeeth | Kakdi Thalipeeth

Cucumber Thalipeeth | Kakdi Thalipeeth

Published: Apr 8, 2015 · Modified: May 7, 2023 by Shweta Arora · This post may contain affiliate links

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Cucumber Thalipeeth is a popular savory flatbread from Maharashtra made with rice flour, semolina, fresh grated cucumber, green chilies, and herbs. It is cooked on a griddle until crispy and golden brown. It's vegan, nutritious, and, perfect for breakfast or snack served with chutney, pickle, or yogurt/raita.

Cucumber thalipeeths stacked on top of each other in front of a green chutney.
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  • What is Kakdi Thalipeeth?
  • Recipe Ingredients
  • How To Make Cucumber Thalipeeth (Stepwise photos)
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Recipe Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Breakfast Recipes
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What is Kakdi Thalipeeth?

Thalipeeth is a type of savory pancake or flatbread popular in the western Indian states of Maharashtra, and Goa. It is made using a variety of flour such as rice flour, wheat flour, gram flour, and millet flour, which are mixed with spices, herbs, onions, and cilantro.

The batter is then spread on a hot griddle or pan and cooked until crispy and golden brown on both sides.

There are many varieties of Thalipeeth like Bhajani Thalipeeth, sabudana thalipeeth which are the most popular but in today's post, I'm sharing my absolute favorite Thalipeeth of all, Cucumber Thalipeeth also known as Kakdi Thalipeeth where kakdi means cucumber in Marathi.

This cucumber thalipeeth is a savory vegan pancake that has a chewy and crispy texture (which I absolutely love). These are super easy to make requiring just a handful of ingredients.

This is my mom's recipe and she adds semolina too along with rice flour which gives this flatbread the extra crispiness but you can omit it if you are looking for gluten-free pancakes. 

This kakdi thalipeeth makes a nutritious and filling breakfast and can be served with a variety of accompaniments such as chutneys, pickles, yogurt, or ketchup.

Five savory pancakes stacked on top of each other on a marble chopping board.

Recipe Ingredients

Cucumber: Use firm, fresh, cucumber with minimal seeds. English cucumber or mini Persian cucumber work great for this recipe. These varieties have thin skin so I grate them with skin on. If you are using any other type, peel the skin before grating.

Rice flour: This is the base for this flatbread. Rice flour is gluten-free and helps make thailpeeth soft on the inside and nice and crispy on the outside.

Semolina: Also known as rava or sooji. The addition makes thalipeeth get even crispier, but skip it if you have an intolerance to gluten.

Green chilies: I use Thai or serrano chilies for adding some heat to this recipe. You can add these to taste or skip them if you don't like spicy food.

Onion: You can use red, yellow, or green onions, just make sure to finely chop so these can be easily mixed with flour. Onions are optional but add great flavor.

Herbs - Fresh cilantro is the perfect touch of color and flavor to bring this recipe together. In addition, I at times like to add fresh curry leaves for more flavor.

Spices: Just some basic spices like Asafoetida (hing), cumin seeds (zeera), and salt.

Sugar: This is optional and to taste, I like to use a little for sweetness.

Please refer to the recipe card for exact measurements of ingredients. 

Two photos of cucumber thalipeeth served on folded cheesecloth.

How To Make Cucumber Thalipeeth (Stepwise photos)

Mixing together the ingredients to make the pancake batter.

1 and 2 - In a bowl combine grated cucumber, green chilies, onions, cilantro, cumin seeds, sugar, salt, and give it a good mix. Let it rest for 5-10 mins. The cucumber will release its juices as it rests.

3 & 4 - Now add rice flour, semolina and mix well. Depending on how much water is released by the cucumber, add water to make a thick batter. Keep aside covered for 15 mins. 

There are two ways you can make this cucumber thalipeeth, Traditional and Modern methods:

Traditional Method

Showing how to cook the cucumber thalipeeth using the traditional method.

5 - You will need to use parchment paper and spray it with oil. Then add about ¼ cup of thalipeeth batter to it and using your fingers spread it into a circle (not too thin or thick).

6 - Using your fingers make 5-6 holes in the thalipeeth so it cooks evenly.

7 - Heat a pan and grease it with oil. Carefully pick up the parchment paper and flip the thalipeeth on the hot pan. 

8 - Slowly starting from one side peel off the parchment paper. You can use a knife to separate the batter from the paper in case it's stuck. Usually, oil prevents sticking and helps the batter come off easily. 

This method may require some practice but after making 1-2 pancakes you will get the hang of it. 

Modern Method

Cooking the cucumber thalipeeth with the modern method.

9 - Grease the hot pan with oil.

10 - Pour ¼ cup of batter onto a heated pan.

11 - Spread it evenly into a circle using a spoon (just like dosa). 

Note: if the batter is too thick to spread, you can add a couple of tablespoon of water as required to get it to a spreading consistency.

12 - Make 4-5 holes in the batter using the back of the spoon.

Cooking Kakdi Thalipeeth

Cooking and flipping the savory pancake in a pan until golden brown.

13 and 14 - After the pancake is on the pan, add a couple of tablespoon of oil around it and in the holes. Cover it and cook it on medium-low till the upper side of the pancake batter does not look wet.

15 - Flip and cook the other side till cooked and develops some light brown spots.

16 - I like my pancakes crispy so I flip them a couple of times cooking for 30 seconds on each side till they are done with some nice golden brown spots. 

Kakdi Thalipeeth is ready! Repeat the steps to make the remaining kakdi thalipeeth.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Cucumber Thalipeeth hot with fresh butter, pickle, Ketchup, or Green Chutney with a side of chai for breakfast or a snack!

Two cucumber thalipeet stacked on top of each other in a skillet.

Recipe Tips

Grate the cucumber finely so it mixes well with the flour and spices in the batter. You can grate it finely using a box grater or a food processor.

Adding semolina to the batter is optional and can be skipped to make gluten-free flatbread. But highly recommend adding it if you can since gives this dish a nice crispy texture.

Cucumber tends to release water especially when mixed with salt. Depending on the amount of water released, you can adjust the water quantity you add to make the batter. 

Rest the batter for at least 10-15 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the moisture and make the batter thicker.

Flatten the thalipeeth gently and evenly using your fingers or a spatula. Avoid pressing too hard, as this can break the thalipeeth.

If you feel the cucumber's water is making the dough liquidy you can add more flour and salt to adjust the consistency. 

Cook on low-medium heat to ensure that it cooks evenly and gets crispy on both sides

Cucumber thalipeeth on a cooling rack next to some green chutney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make Kakdi Thalipeeth ahead of time?

Kakdi Thalipeeth is best served hot, straight off the griddle. You can also keep it warm in a covered dish until ready to serve. Leftovers can be stored airtight in the fridge for a day or two. Reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds or on the hot griddle until warm and soft.

What else can you add to this kakdi thalipeeth recipe?

You can add some turmeric powder and other spices of choice to this pancake to customize it to your taste. I prefer it simple just the way my mom makes it. 
You can even add some grated veggies like carrots, and zucchini to make it like a Vegetable Thalipeeth. 

Can Kakdi Thalipeeth be made gluten-free?

Yes, you can make Kakdi Thalipeeth gluten-free by skipping semolina and substituting it with more rice flour.

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Savory cucumber pancakes served on a plate on top of cheesecloth.

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Cucumber thalipeeths stacked on top of each other in front of a green chutney.

Cucumber Thalipeeth

Shweta Arora
Cucumber Thalipeeth is a popular savory flatbread from Maharashtra made with rice flour, semolina, fresh grated cucumber, green chilies, and herbs. It is cooked on a griddle until crispy and golden brown. It's vegan, nutritious, and, perfect for breakfast or snack served with chutneys, pickles, or yogurt/raita.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Resting time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6 thalipeeth
Calories 137 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Griddle
  • Mixing bowls
  • Parchment paper
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 English cucumber washed and grated (~ 1 cup grated)
  • 1-2 green chillies finely chopped, adjust to taste
  • ¼ cup green onions finely chopped, about 5-6, optional
  • ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped,
  • ¼ teaspoon asafoetida hing
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds zeera
  • ½ teaspoon sugar optional and to taste
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¾ cup rice flour
  • ½ cup semolina fine, rava/sooji
  • ½ cup water or as needed

Instructions
 

Make the batter

  • In a bowl combine grated cucumber, green chilies, onions, cilantro, cumin seeds, sugar, and salt, and give it a good mix. Let it rest for 5-10 mins. The cucumber will release its juices as it rests.
  • Now add rice flour, semolina and mix well. Depending on how much water is released by the cucumber, add water to make a thick batter. Keep aside covered for 15 mins.
  • There are two ways you can make this cucumber thalipeeth, Traditional and Modern.

Traditional Method

  • Take parchment paper and spray it with oil. Add about ¼ cup of thalipeeth batter on it and using your fingers spread it into a circle (not too thin or thick).
  • Using your fingers make 5-6 holes in the thalipeeth so it cooks evenly.
  • Heat a pan and grease it with oil. Carefully pick up the parchment paper and flip the thalipeeth on the hot pan.
  • Slowly starting from one side peel off the parchment paper. You can use a knife to separate the batter from the paper in case it's stuck. Usually, oil prevents sticking and helps the batter come off easily.
  • This method may require some practice but after making 1-2 pancakes you will get the hang of it.

Modern Method

  • Grease the hot pan with oil. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto a heated pan.
  • Spread it evenly and thinly into a circle using a spoon (just like dosa).
  • If the batter is too thick to spread, you can add couple of tablespoon water as required to get it to a spreading consistency.
  • Make 5-6 holes in the batter using the back of the spoon.

Cooking Kakdi Thalipeeth

  • Add a couple of tablespoons of oil around the thalipeeth and in the holes. Cover it and cook it on medium-low till the upper side of the pancake batter does not look wet.
  • Flip and cook the other side till cooked and develops some light brown spots.
  • I like my pancakes crispy so I flip them a couple of times cooking for 30 seconds on each side till they are done with some nice golden brown spots.
  • Kakdi Thalipeeth is ready! Repeat the steps to make the remaining kakdi thalipeeth.
  • Serve Cucumber Thalipeeth hot with fresh butter, pickle, Ketchup or Green Chutney with a side of chai for breakfast or snack!

Notes

Grate the cucumber finely so it mixes well with the flour and spices in the batter. You can grate it finely using a box grater or a food processor.
Adding semolina to the batter is optional and can be skipped to make gluten-free flatbread. But highly recommend adding it if you can since gives this dish a nice crispy texture.
Cucumber tends to release water especially when mixed with salt. Depending on the amount of water released, you can adjust the water quantity you add to make the batter. 
Rest the batter for at least 10-15 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the moisture and make the batter thicker.
Flatten the thalipeeth gently and evenly using your fingers or a spatula. Avoid pressing too hard, as this can break the thalipeeth.
If you feel the cucumber's water is making the dough liquidy you can add more flour and salt to adjust the consistency. 
Cook on low-medium heat to ensure that it cooks evenly and gets crispy on both sides

Nutrition

Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 141IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Sherri

    August 03, 2021 at 8:20 am

    I had an abundant crop of cucumbers and leeks and I just tried this using the greens from the leeks. The pancakes were delicious! I was wondering if you could make these in an air fryer to reduce the need for oil? Thank you for your easy and wonderful recipe.

    Reply
    • Shweta Arora

      August 04, 2021 at 1:55 pm

      Hi Sherri, so happy to. know you loved these pancakes, they are my favorite!! Leeks sound interesting, will have to try it! I haven't personally tried these in an air fryer yet. I usually pan-roast them. But I think they will work. Line with foil or parchment paper and then spread small portions. Would love to know if you try it in airfryer!!

      Reply
  2. Srividya

    November 02, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    Thank u shweta for the recipe. Really interesting evening meal we had...

    Reply
  3. Shweta Arora

    November 02, 2015 at 5:00 pm

    Happy to know that Srividya. Thank you so much for trying the recipe. Hope you will try some more.

    Reply
  4. Shweta Arora

    November 02, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    Thank you Madhu 🙂

    Reply
  5. Shweta Arora

    May 15, 2015 at 3:21 pm

    Thanks Gauri, would love to know your thoughts once you try it. 🙂

    Reply
  6. Madhu

    April 20, 2015 at 5:00 am

    Awesum creations and awesum photography.. luv ur website.. happy to follow u!!

    Reply
  7. Gauri Kulkarni

    April 13, 2015 at 3:37 pm

    Love them, i heard of kakdi thalipeeth for first time, bookmarking the recipe 🙂

    Reply
  8. Shweta Agrawal

    April 12, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    i have never had thalipeet, but this recipe does make me try once 🙂
    tempting

    Reply
  9. Asha Shivakumar

    April 10, 2015 at 4:26 pm

    Love these, like that you've used cucumber in it. Great recipe. My mom made it every week for me with so many variation, miss it so much. Need to make them, it's been a while. We call is Arisi Roti in the south:).

    Reply
  10. Meri Rasoi

    April 09, 2015 at 4:02 pm

    very very delicious Thalipeeth..love it:)

    Reply
  11. Ritu Ahuja

    April 08, 2015 at 4:06 pm

    Very new and innovative recipe Shweta. Super yummy. Love it 🙂

    Reply

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