Pachi Pulusu
Veg
Vegan
Uncooked tamarind soup — raw tamarind water seasoned with green chillies, onions, and curry leaves, served chilled as a refreshing summer accompaniment.
Cuisines
Rayalaseema
Andhra
Telangana
Best for
Lunch
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Tamarind , pulp |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 tablespoons | Jaggery , grated |
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2 tablespoons | Sesame oil |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
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2 tablespoons | Curry Leaf |
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3 cloves | Garlic , crushed |
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2 green chilies | Slit |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 cups | Water |
Instructions
- 1 In a bowl, mix the tamarind pulp with water and set aside.
- 2 Heat sesame oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
- 3 Once they splutter, add crushed garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves.
- 4 Sauté until the garlic turns golden brown.
- 5 Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- 6 Mix in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
- 7 Pour the tamarind mixture into the pan and bring it to a boil.
- 8 Add grated jaggery and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- 9 Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
- 10 Serve the Pachi Pulusu at room temperature with hot rice.
Tips
Adjust the jaggery and chili according to your taste preference for a perfect balance of sweet and spicy.