Authentic Tamil Nadu Tuticorin Thoothukudi Thoothukudi Thoothukudi Poondu Kuzhambu V2 with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
A deeply aromatic and tangy garlic kuzhambu simmered in a tamarind base, bursting with traditional Chettinad spices. This fiery, comforting delicacy pairs exquisitely with hot steamed rice and a drizzle of sesame oil.
55min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottomed pan and splutter mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds.
2
Add curry leaves, dry red chillies, pearl onions, and peeled garlic cloves, sautéing until golden brown.
3
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy and release oil.
4
Pour in the extracted tamarind juice along with sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
5
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the oil separates and garlic softens.
6
Stir in a small pinch of jaggery to balance the tanginess, simmer for another 2 minutes, and serve hot.
Ingredients
30 peeled garlic cloves
A lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked and extracted
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
10 small pearl onions, peeled
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp fenugreek seeds
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
2 dry red chillies
2 tbsp sambar powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
Salt to taste
A pinch of jaggery
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.