Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Podimas with Steamed Ponni Rice
A fragrant and robust specialty featuring delicate vegetable pods tossed with pungent garlic cloves and aromatic spices. Served alongside warm steamed rice, this comforting dish offers a deeply satisfying taste of South India.
45min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and splutter the mustard seeds and split urad dal.
2
Add cumin seeds, dry red chilies, and fresh curry leaves, allowing them to release their rich aroma into the oil.
3
Toss in the crushed garlic cloves and sauté until they turn golden brown and fragrant.
4
Add the finely chopped vegetable pods, turmeric powder, and salt, stirring well to combine.
5
Cover and cook on medium-low heat until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally without adding excess water.
6
Stir in the freshly grated coconut, mix thoroughly, and cook uncovered for another two minutes.
7
Remove from heat and serve hot alongside warm steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
2 cups tender green vegetable pods, finely chopped
15 whole garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
1 cup freshly grated coconut
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp split urad dal
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
2 dry red chilies
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
2 tbsp sesame oil
Salt to taste
Warm steamed Ponni rice for serving
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