Recipe

Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Milagu Podi Sadam with Crisp Appalam

A deeply comforting South Indian rice delicacy infused with robust garlic, fiery black pepper, and fragrant roasted spices. Served alongside crunchy papads, this traditional dish warms the soul with every flavorful bite.

35min Total Time
4 Servings
Tamil Nadu Cuisine
Recipe
1
Dry roast the black peppercorns, chana dal, urad dal, and dry red chilies in a pan until aromatic and golden.
2
Allow the roasted spices to cool, then grind them into a coarse powder.
3
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and splutter curry leaves followed by the chopped garlic until golden brown.
4
Add the cooked Ponni rice, turmeric powder, and salt to the pan, tossing gently on medium heat.
5
Sprinkle the freshly ground pepper and dal powder generously over the rice, mixing thoroughly until well coated.
6
Turn off the heat, cover, and let the flavors meld for five minutes before serving hot with crisp fried appalams.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked Ponni rice, cooled
15 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1 tablespoon chana dal
1 tablespoon urad dal
4 dry red chilies
1 sprig curry leaves
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
3 tablespoons sesame oil
Salt to taste
4 appalams, fried
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