Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Kuzhambu with Steamed Ponni Rice
A deeply aromatic and tangy South Indian curry featuring tender garlic cloves simmered in a spiced tamarind gravy. Served hot with fluffy steamed rice for a truly comforting meal.
45min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Extract tamarind juice and set aside.
2
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and splutter mustard and fenugreek seeds.
3
Add curry leaves and peeled garlic cloves, sautéing until light golden.
4
Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
5
Add sambar powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt, mixing well.
6
Pour in the tamarind extract and bring to a boil.
7
Simmer on low heat until the oil separates from the gravy and garlic is tender.
8
Serve hot with steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
2 cups peeled garlic cloves
1 lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked and extracted
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 tbsp sambar powder
1 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp fenugreek seeds
1 sprig curry leaves
Salt to taste
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