Pachai Sundakkai Vathakozhambu (Fresh Turkey Berry Tamarind Curry)South Indian Vegetarian Recipes

Pachai Sundakkai Vathakozhambu (Fresh Turkey Berry Tamarind Gravy) South Indian Vegetarian Recipes

 

Pachai Sundakkai Vathal Kuzhambu is a tangy and flavorful South Indian curry made with fresh turkey berries (sundakkai) simmered in a spiced tamarind gravy. 

 

This dish balances the slight bitterness of turkey berries with the richness of tamarind, making it a delicious accompaniment to steamed rice. Packed with nutrients and medicinal properties, this traditional recipe is both healthy and comforting.

 

 

                                                               

 

Recipe: Yields for 4 persons

 

Ingredients:

 

Fresh sundakkai (Turkey berries): 1 cup

 

Tamarind pulp: 1 lemon-sized ball (or 2 tbsp tamarind paste)

 

Sesame oil: 4 tbsp

 

Mustard seeds: 1 tsp

 

Fenugreek seeds: 1/2 tsp

 

Whole dry red chili 1-2 nos

 

Curry leaves: 1 sprig

 

Asafoetida 1tsp

 

Kashmiri chili pdr 1.5 tsp

 

Sambar powder: 1 tbsp

 

Salt: To taste

 

Jaggery: 1 tsp (optional, for balancing flavors)

 

Method:-

 

First of all soak tamarind in warm water for 10–15 minutes, then extract its juice by squeezing it. Discard the pulp. Set the tamarind water aside. Rinse the fresh sundakkai thoroughly.

Slightly crush the berries using a mortar and pestle to release their flavor.

 

Heat 4 tbsp sesame oil in a pan and throw some mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, asafoetida, dry whole red chili, and curry leaves sauté the sundakkai until they turn golden brown. 

 

Stir in kashmiri chili pdr powder, sambar powder, and salt. Cook for 1–2 minutes. Pour the tamarind water into the pan and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10–12 minutes until the gravy thickens and the flavors meld. Add jaggery (if using) for a hint of sweetness to balance the tanginess. Let it simmer in low heat for about 15-20 mins. Adjust the consistency and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.

 

Serve hot with steamed rice and a dollop of ghee for a traditional South Indian meal.

Pair it with papad, poriyal (stir-fried vegetables), or curd for a complete meal.

Enjoy!!!!

 

 

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Nutritional Value (Approximate Per Serving):

 

Calories: 120–150 kcal

 

Protein: 3–4 g

 

Fat: 5–7 g

 

Carbohydrates: 15–18 g

 

Fiber: 3–4 g

 

Iron: 2–3 mg 

 

Calcium: 30–50 mg 

 

Vitamin C: 10–15 mg

 

Potassium: 200–250 mg