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A deeply aromatic and traditional South Indian curry packed with layers of pungent garlic and tangy tamarind, slow-cooked to perfection. This rich delicacy offers a burst of comforting flavors that pair wonderfully with steaming hot rice.
60min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed earthenware pot or pan over medium heat.
2
Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds, allowing them to sputter and release their aroma.
3
Add the curry leaves, peeled shallots, and the generous portion of garlic cloves, sautéing until golden brown.
4
Toss in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy, blending into the oil.
5
Pour in the extracted tamarind juice along with sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
6
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer until the oil separates and the curry thickens richly.
7
Serve hot alongside warm steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
30 peeled garlic cloves
A lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked and extracted
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 sprig curry leaves
10 small shallots, peeled
2 tablespoons sambar powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
Warm steamed Ponni rice for serving
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