Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Poondu Kuzhambu with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
A deeply aromatic, fiery garlic-infused South Indian curry simmered in tamarind and sesame oil. Served alongside warm steamed Ponni rice, it offers a deeply comforting and tangy flavor profile.
55min
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 seeds and fenugreek seeds.
3
Add curry leaves and the peeled garlic cloves, sautéing until golden brown.
4
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft and mushy.
5
Stir in sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
6
Pour in the tamarind extract and bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat and simmer until the oil separates from the gravy and garlic is tender.
8
Serve hot with warm steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
30 peeled garlic cloves
2 chopped tomatoes
Lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked and extracted
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp fenugreek seeds
1 sprig curry leaves
2 tbsp sambar powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
Salt to taste
Warm steamed Ponni rice for serving
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.