Pulihora(Tamarind Rice) Recipe.
Pulihora, also known as Tamarind Rice, is a popular South Indian dish known for its tangy and spicy flavors. Here's a simple recipe to make Pulihora: **Ingredients:** For Tamarind Paste: - 1 cup tamarind - 1 cup hot water For Rice: - 2 cups cooked rice (preferably leftover rice) - 2 tablespoons oil - 1 teaspoon mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon chana dal (split Bengal gram) - 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram) - A pinch of asafoetida (hing) - A few curry leaves - 2-3 dried red chilies (adjust to taste) - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste) - 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi seeds), roasted and powdered - Salt to taste For Tempering: - 2 tablespoons oil - 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon chana dal - 1/2 teaspoon urad dal - A pinch of asafoetida - A few curry leaves **Instructions:** 1. **Prepare Tamarind Paste:** - Soak the tamarind in hot water for about 20-30 minutes. Squeeze and extract the tamarind juice. Strain and dis...