Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Kuzhambu with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
Experience the rich and aromatic flavours of South India with this classic garlic-infused kuzhambu, perfectly paired with steaming hot ponni rice.
55min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Extract thick tamarind juice using warm water and set aside.
2
Heat sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottomed pan, add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds, and let them splutter.
3
Add the shallots, curry leaves, and peeled garlic cloves, sautéing until golden brown.
4
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
5
Stir in the sambar powder and turmeric powder, roasting gently for a minute.
6
Pour in the extracted tamarind extract and salt, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil.
7
Cover and simmer on medium-low heat until the oil separates from the gravy and the garlic is tender.
8
Serve hot alongside warm steamed ponni rice.
Ingredients
2 cups peeled garlic cloves
1 lemon-sized ball of tamarind
2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
10-12 small shallots
2 sprigs fresh curry leaves
2 tablespoons sambar powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
2 cups warm steamed ponni rice for serving
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