Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Soup with Steamed Ponni Rice
A soothing and aromatic traditional garlic-infused broth from Tamil Nadu, simmered with authentic spices and fresh herbs. This comforting soup paired with warm steamed rice offers a deeply nourishing culinary experience.
40min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu South Indian
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and splutter the mustard seeds along with fresh curry leaves.
2
Add the peeled garlic cloves and sauté on medium heat until they turn lightly golden and fragrant.
3
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften completely and blend with the garlic.
4
Pour in the tamarind extract and add turmeric powder along with salt to taste.
5
Add the freshly crushed black pepper and cumin powder, stirring well to combine all the flavors.
6
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes until the garlic is tender.
7
Garnish generously with fresh coriander leaves and serve piping hot alongside warm steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
2 cups peeled small Indian garlic cloves (poondu)
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked and extracted into 2 cups of juice
1 tbsp freshly crushed black pepper and cumin seeds
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
3 cups water
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
Hot steamed Ponni rice for serving
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