Authentic Tamil Nadu Madurai Pannikutty Varuval with Warm Idiyappam
Tender pieces of pork are meticulously pan-roasted with freshly crushed shallots, aromatic curry leaves, and a fiery blend of Chettinad spices. Served alongside delicate, steaming idiyappam for an unforgettable South Indian feast.
70min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Marinate the pork pieces with turmeric powder, half of the ginger-garlic paste, and salt for at least thirty minutes.
2
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed iron kadai over medium heat, then add fennel seeds and allow them to crackle.
3
Add the sliced shallots and fresh curry leaves, sautéing until the shallots turn translucent and golden brown.
4
Stir in the remaining ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw aroma completely disappears.
5
Add the marinated pork pieces and sear them well on high heat for ten minutes until the natural juices start releasing.
6
Reduce the heat, cover the kadai, and let the pork cook in its own juices until tender, stirring occasionally.
7
Add the coriander powder and freshly ground black pepper, tossing thoroughly to coat every piece of meat.
8
Increase the heat and roast the mixture until the oil separates and the pork achieves a dark, caramelized outer crust.
9
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve immediately with warm, string hoppers.
Ingredients
500 grams pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces
200 grams shallots, finely sliced
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
2 sprigs fresh curry leaves
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
3 tablespoons unrefined sesame oil
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
8 pieces of warm idiyappam for serving
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