Puzhi Charu is a tangy tamarind-based dish tempered with mustard, fenugreek, red chillies, onion, and curry leaves, simmered briefly with salt. Serve hot with rice for rasam-like looks and puliyodharai-style flavor.
Author: Kamala
Agathi Keerai Saaru
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Lemon Rice
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