Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Thakkali Varuval with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
A fiery and aromatic South Indian specialty featuring tender garlic cloves and tangy tomatoes stir-fried to perfection. Tossed with freshly ground spices and curry leaves, this bold side dish pairs wonderfully with fragrant, warm steamed rice.
40min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and splutter the mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
2
Add the fresh curry leaves and the peeled garlic cloves, sautéing on medium-low heat until the garlic turns golden and fragrant.
3
Add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften completely and release their natural oils.
4
Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt, mixing well into the tomato-garlic base.
5
Pour in the tamarind extract and let the mixture simmer on low heat until the raw aroma vanishes and the gravy thickens to a semi-dry roast consistency.
6
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot alongside warm steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
2 cups peeled garlic cloves
3 large ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
2 tsp kashmiri red chili powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 small lemon-sized ball of tamarind, extracted as pulp
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
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