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    Poondu Puli Kuzhambu Recipe

    Last Updated On: Apr 6, 2025 by Aarthi

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    Garlic Puli Kuzhambu or Poondu Puli Kuzhambu Recipe with Step by Step Pictures. Spicy tamarind puli kuzhambu which has spices and garlic added goes well with rice.

    Garlic Puli Kuzhambu

    Poondu puli kuzhambu is a staple dish in our house. I love it so much, that it takes places at least once in our weekly lunch. This method is super easy to make but taste really delicious.

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    • About Poondu Puli Kuzhambu Recipe 
    • Video for Poondu Puli Kuzhambu
    • Ingredients for Poondu Puli Kuzhambu
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    • Poondu Puli Kuzhambu Recipe | Garlic Puli Kuzhambu Recipe
    • Garlic Puli Kuzhambu Recipe with Step by Step Pictures

    About Poondu Puli Kuzhambu Recipe 

    Poondu Puli Kuzhambu is a traditional South Indian dish that translates to "Garlic Tamarind Curry." It is a tangy and spicy curry made with garlic, tamarind, and a blend of aromatic spices

    This kuzhambu is little spicy, sweet and tangy which is perfect when mixed with hot rice and had with any dry side dish like poriyal or thoran on the side. Poondu or garlic should be added in abundant which adds so much flavour and taste since it is the hero ingredient.

    Video for Poondu Puli Kuzhambu

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    Ingredients for Poondu Puli Kuzhambu

    • Gingelly Oil 
    • Mustard Seeds / Kaduku
    • Fenugreek Seeds / Vendayam / Methi
    • Curry leaves
    • Garlic
    • Tamarind
    • kashmiri Chilli Powder 
    • Coriander Powder 
    • Turmeric Powder
    • Jaggery

    How to Make Garlic Puli Kuzhambu 

    Soaking Tamarind

    Soak tamarind in water for 10 mins. squeeze and extract all the juice and set aside.

    Making puli kuzhambu

    Heat oil in a kadai. Add mustard, fenugreek and curry leaves. Mix well. Add in garlic and fry for couple of mins. Pour in tamarind water, all spice powders, salt and jaggery and mix well. Bring it to a boil. Simmer for 10 to 15 mins. Now serve with rice.

    Poondu Puli Kuzhambu is typically served with steamed rice. It pairs well with a variety of side dishes and accompaniments. Here are some traditional combinations for Poondu Puli Kuzhambu:

    1. Poondu Puli Kuzhambu with Steamed Rice and Pappadams: Serve the flavorful curry with hot steamed rice and crispy pappadams for a satisfying meal.

    2. Poondu Puli Kuzhambu with Vegetable Poriyal: Make a simple vegetable poriyal (stir-fry) using vegetables like beans, carrots, or cabbage. It adds a crunchy and nutritious element to the meal.

    3. Poondu Puli Kuzhambu with Appalam (Papad): Accompany the curry with crispy appalam (papad) for added texture and a delicious crunch.

    Remember, these are just suggestions, and you can always experiment and pair Poondu Puli Kuzhambu with other dishes or accompaniments based on your preference and availability of ingredients. Enjoy your meal!

    If you have any questions not covered in this post and if you need help, leave me a comment or mail me @[email protected] and I’ll help as soon as I can.

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    Poondu Puli Kuzhambu Recipe | Garlic Puli Kuzhambu Recipe

    Garlic Puli Kuzhambu or Poondu Puli Kuzhambu Recipe with Step by Step Pictures. Spicy tamarind puli kuzhambu which has spices and garlic added goes well with rice.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 215kcal

    Ingredients

    • 5 tbsp Gingelly Oil
    • 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
    • ¼ tsp Fenugreek Seeds / Vendayam / Methi
    • 1 sprig Curry leaves
    • 20 cloves Garlic peeled
    • 1 small Tamarind gooseberry size
    • 2 tbsp Kashmiri Chilli Powder
    • 4 tbsp Coriander Powder
    • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 tsp Jaggery
    • Water as needed

    Instructions

    • Soak tamarind in water for 10 mins. squeeze and extract all the juice and set aside.
    • Heat oil in a kadai. Add mustard, fenugreek and curry leaves. Mix well.
    • Add in garlic and fry for couple of mins.
    • Add in tamarind water, all spice powders, salt and jaggery and mix well. Bring it to a boil. Simmer for 10 to 15 mins.
    • Now serve with rice.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servings | Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 223mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1207IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Garlic Puli Kuzhambu Recipe with Step by Step Pictures

    heat oil in a pan
    add mustard
    add fenugreek seeds
    curry leaves
    add garlic
    fry for a min
    add in tamarind water
    mix well
    add chilli powder
    coriander powder
    turmeric powder
    add salt
    some jaggery
    bring it to a boil
    now simmer this till oil separates
    done 
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      Aarthi, pls bring back the search bar, it was very useful to find the recipe i'm looking for as you have sooo many recipes. why did you remove it?

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      Aarthiji, Plz can u post how to extract perfect tangy tamarind juice...Im not getting right..water combination mean volume..

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