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Experience the bold and tangy flavors of a classic southern coastal delicacy featuring roasted garlic cloves simmered in a rich, spiced tamarind gravy. Served alongside fragrant steamed Ponni rice, this comforting dish is a true feast for spice lovers.
55min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottomed pan, then add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and fresh curry leaves, letting them splutter.
2
Add the chopped shallots and peeled garlic cloves, sautéing until they turn golden brown and fragrant.
3
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften completely and release their oil.
4
Pour in the extracted tamarind juice along with sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt, mixing well.
5
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer until the oil separates on top and the garlic is tender.
6
Serve hot alongside freshly steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
20 peeled garlic cloves
1 large lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked in warm water and extracted
2 chopped shallots
1 chopped tomato
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 sprig curry leaves
2 tablespoons Sambar powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
Warm steamed Ponni rice for serving
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.