Tangy Tamarind Rice Recipe
Introduction
Tamarind Rice, also known as Puliyodharai, is a tangy and delicious dish from South India. It's made with cooked rice that's mixed with a spicy and sour tamarind sauce, and is often served as a main course or as a side dish with other South Indian meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of cooked rice
- 1/2 cup of tamarind paste
- 1/4 cup of jaggery (unrefined sugar)
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 tsp of mustard seeds
- 1 tsp of cumin seeds
- 1 tsp of urad dal (split black lentils)
- 1 tsp of chana dal (split yellow lentils)
- 1 tsp of ground coriander
- 1 tsp of ground cumin
- 1 tsp of turmeric powder
- 1 tsp of red chili powder
- 1 tsp of oil
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
Step-by-Step Recipe
- Mix the tamarind paste, jaggery, salt, and 2 cups of water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens and the jaggery has melted completely.
- In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and let them crackle. Then add the cumin seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and let them cook until they're golden brown.
- Add the ground coriander, cumin, turmeric powder, and red chili powder to the pan and mix well. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour the tamarind sauce into the pan with the spices and mix everything together until well combined.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix until the rice is fully coated with the tamarind sauce.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot as a main course or as a side dish with other South Indian meals.
Conclusion
Tamarind Rice is a tangy and delicious dish that's a staple in South Indian cuisine. With its mix of spicy and sour flavors, it's sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. So, next time you're in the mood for a tasty and unique meal, give Tamarind Rice a try!
