Sunday, March 14, 2010

Poondu Kozhambu/Garlic Curry

       The moment I think of poondu kozhambu my mouth starts watering.The sour taste blended with the spices is awesome.I learnt this recipe from my very close friend.It is a very simple and easy recipe.The main ingredients of this recipes will be pearl(small) onion and garlic.
       Onion and garlic protect us against most type of cancers.They support gastrointestinal health and help in reducing the high cholestrol levels and blood pressure.They reduce the risk of heart attack.
       Garlic is good for women during postpartum period .It helps in eliminating the fat accumulated during pregnancy.

Poondu Kozhambu/Garlic Curry
Ingredients

Pearl Onion - 10 or 14
Garlic Pods - 10
Tamarind - 1 Lemon size
Coriander Powder - 2 tsp
Chilli Powder - 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp
Pepper Powder - 1 tsp
Fenugreek - 1/2 tsp
Mustard Seeds - 1 tsp
Oil required quantity
Salt to taste

Method

        Soak the tamarind in two cups of water for about half an hour.Heat oil in a pan.Add mustard seeds,fenugreek.Wait until mustard seeds splutter.Add the onions until it turns golden brown.Add garlic pods and saute for 3minutes. Add the tamarind juice.Add turmeric powder,chilli powder,coriander powder,pepper powder and salt to taste.Mix well and allow the it to boil. When the mixture is thick, remove from fire.Mouth watering Poondu kozhambu is ready.
        Serve hot it with rice. Pappadam or papad is a  good combination.

1 comment:

  1. This was really awesome to taste..I am very lucky to be the one who is tasting all these dishes

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