This is one of our most favorite kuzhambu of all
South Indian kulambu varieties. My children simply love this poondu vengaya kuzhambu so much, that they want this kuzhambu or
vatha kulambu at least once in a week. In fact they eat more than usual when I prepare this poondu kuzhambu. This stays fresh even for 4-5 days if refrigerated and also perfect for lunch box. All you need is a simple vegetable stir fry to go along with it. Today let us learn how to make Poondu (garlic) kuzhambu following our easy garlic kulambu recipe.
Poondu Kulambu-Onion Garlic Kuzhambu
Prep Time : 15 mins
Cook Time :
25 mins Serves:
6 Recipe Category:
Kuzhambu Recipe Cuisine:
South Indian Author:
Padhu Sankar Ingredients needed
Pearl onion – 1/2 cup
Garlic – 3/4 cup
Tamarind – golf ball size-(approximately 40 grams, but it depends on the quality of tamarind)
Sambar powder -2 1/2 – 3 tbsp
Salt as required
For the seasoning
Sesame seed oil – 4 tbsp
Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
Fenugreek seeds (vendhayam) -3/4 tsp
Hing -1/4 tsp
Curry leaves – a sprig
Preparation
Soak tamarind in hot water for 20 minutes.Then extract the juice (around 3 cups) and discard the pulp.
Peel the onions and garlic and cut it into half if it is big.
Method
Heat sesame seed oil, add mustard seeds, when it splutters, add fenugreek seeds, hing and curry leaves.
Then add garlic and pearl onions and saute nicely for a few minutes.
Keep it on medium flame and cook till it thickens and oil separates.
Note – Use only sesame seed oil for best results.
I have used homemade sambar powder, which is not hot, if using store bought sambar powder, use a little less.
The quantity of tamarind will differ according to the quality of tamarind. Some tamarind may be very tangy, some many not be tangy. So you may take a little less or more of tamarind than mentioned. Use old tamarind for best results.
Those who do not prefer garlic can omit garlic and prepare as shown in the video without garlic.
Storage and Shelf Life – This kuzhambu will stay good for 4-5 days in the refrigerator. Store it in a stain steel container or good quality plastic container.
Lunch on Sunday
I love simple traditional meals very much – Our Sunday lunch (rice and curd are not in the picture)
Steamed rice
Poondu Kuzhambu
Mullangi keerai poriyal
Carrot stir fry/poriyal
Curd Rice
Pickle
I have planned to post our simple lunch menus which will be not only be healthy but also have variety, for the new ones to have an idea as to what to cook for lunch. Stay tuned!
Meet you all again with more interesting recipes, till then it is bye from Padhu of Padhuskitchen.com
View Comments (51)
nice kolumbu
Curry looks aweosme.
Delicious recipe,looks very tasty n easy to prepare.
Yes its
Delicious..Yummy one to try it asap
Aarthi
http://yummytummy-aarthi.blogspot.com/
very tempting and yummy...
simple and tasty dish
Yum yum,mouthwatering here..
Mmmm..Love this kuzhambu...Looking forward to your healthy lunch menu series.
Wishing you and your family a Happy New Year
Lip smacking kuzhambu!!!
Prathima Rao
Prats Corner
What beautiful flavors...lovely!
Happy New Tear!