Raw Tamarind Soup Rice (pachi Pulusu Annam)

Raw Tamarind Soup Rice (Pachi Pulusu Annam) is a traditional Andhra dish that is bursting with tangy and spicy flavors. This refreshing rice dish is perfect for a hot summer day and is a great way to enjoy the unique taste of tamarind.

Raw Tamarind Soup Rice (pachi Pulusu Annam)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup tamarind pulp
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Few curry leaves
  • 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
  • 2-3 cups water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the tamarind pulp with water and extract the juice.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté until the seeds splutter.
  3. Add turmeric powder, hing, and the tamarind extract. Bring it to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add salt and mix well. Turn off the heat and let it cool.
  5. Once the tamarind mixture is at room temperature, pour it over the cooked rice and mix gently.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Pan Bowl Spoon

Tools

Cooking stove Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Raw Tamarind Soup Rice with a side of papad or potato fry for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Adjust the quantity of tamarind pulp and green chilies according to your taste preferences.

Cost

$5