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Tirunelveli Home-Style Poha Curry
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Tirunelveli Home-Style Poha Curry

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Tirunelveli cooking — Tirunelveli Home-Style Poha Curry brings a elaichi touch with a classic curry finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 12 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Flattened Rice (Poha)2 cups

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

  7. 7

    Garnish and serve.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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