Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Poondu Rasam with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
Experience the comforting warmth of traditional Tamil Nadu cuisine with this aromatic garlic-infused pepper rasam. Served over steaming Ponni rice, it offers a soothing balance of spice, tang, and wholesome goodness.
35min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Coarsely crush the black peppercorns, cumin seeds, and half of the garlic cloves using a mortar and pestle.
2
Extract the tamarind pulp in about 3 cups of water and set aside.
3
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed vessel and splutter the mustard seeds.
4
Add the remaining whole garlic cloves, dried red chillies, and curry leaves, sautéing until the garlic turns golden.
5
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften completely.
6
Pour in the tamarind extract along with turmeric powder and salt, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
7
Stir in the freshly crushed pepper, cumin, and garlic paste, simmering for another 5 minutes until frothy.
8
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve piping hot alongside warm steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
1 cup peeled garlic cloves
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked and extracted
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
2 dried red chillies
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
A pinch of asafoetida
Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
Salt to taste
4 cups warm steamed Ponni rice
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