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Pacha Puli Sadam | Raw Tamarind Rice | Instant Puli Sadam

Posted on Feb 3rd, 2022
by Sowmya Venkatachalam
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4.67 from 3 votes
Pacha Puli Sadam, an instant tamarind rice made with a paste made using raw tamarind and red chili. This is a quick and easy version compared to traditional Puliyodarai.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
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Pacha Puli Sadam, an instant tamarind rice made with a paste made using raw tamarind and red chili along with spices. This Pacha puli sadam is  very easy and quick to make compared to the conventional tamarind rice. This is a perfect rice for a lunch box too! There are different variations of Tamarind rice being cooked. Tamarind rice is usually made by cooking tamarind along with spices till it becomes a thick paste (Puliyodarai) and then this tamarind paste is mixed with rice. Both spice and tanginess of tamarind are nicely balanced. In this recipe, the tamarind paste is directly added to the rice along with other spices.

What is the difference between Pacha Puli Sadam and Puliyodarai ?

  1. We use raw tamarind for this recipe. We don’t boil the tamarind.
  2. Raw tamarind is grind along with red chili to a paste and this paste is directly mixed with rice.
  3. Usually for any variety rice, we used to spread the rice in a broad plate and allow it to cool which ensure the rice is fluffy and not mushy. But for this Pacha Puli sadam, we need hot rice. The rawness of tamarind and chili is taken off by the heat of the rice.
  4. We don’t get puliyodarai mix in this recipe. This is an instant version. If we plan to store the mix, then we need to follow the traditional Tamarind rice recipe.

Tips for making Pacha Puli Sadam:

  1. Soak the tamarind and red chili atleast for 10 mins.
  2. While grinding tamarind, include the salt so it gets combined with paste. Also do not add more water. Just add enough water to get a thick smooth paste.
  3. Grinding spice powder(coriander seeds, pepper, sesame seeds and fenugreek seeds) is optional.
  4. Make sure the rice is very hot. Spread one layer of rice first in a plate and then add the ground tamarind paste and then top it with rest of the rice. Close and set aside for 10 mins so that the heat of the rice take off the rawness of the tamarind.
  5. As we need hot rice for this recipe, make sure to cook the rice in less water than usual so the rice is fluffy and not mushy. I used 1 cup sona masoori rice with 2 cups of water.

You may also want to try other varieties of Tamarind Rice

  1. Andhra puliyodarai (Pulihora) is also famous for its spiciness. They make a paste of sesame seeds, peanuts and mustard seeds and they add green chillies also. Their version of puliyodarai is also very yummy.
  2. Temple style Puliyodarai – The tamarind rice served in the temples have a unique taste and flavor. This recipe is also commonly being referred as Iyengar Puliyodharai. It tastes divine, may be we are tasting in small quantity that too in the temple.
  3. Traditional Pulikachal – Pulikachal is a thick paste required to make Puliyodharai, a traditional feast in Tamil Nadu. Made from Tamarind, red chilies and other handful spices cooked in sesame oil. Puliyodharai made from Pulikachal and rice is one of the integral part of train journeys.

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Pacha Puli Sadam | Raw Tamarind Rice | Instant Puli Sadam

Course: Rice Varieties
Cuisine: Indian Cuisine, Indian Recipes, South Indian Recipes, Tamil Nadu Recipes
Equipments Needed
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Mixer Grinder
  • 1 Heavy Bottomed Pan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 380kcal
Author: Sowmya Venkatachalam
Pacha Puli Sadam, an instant tamarind rice made with a paste made using raw tamarind and red chili. This is a quick and easy version compared to traditional Puliyodarai.
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Ingredients

  • 4 Cups Cooked Rice 1 Cup - 250 ml
  • 2 tsp Sesame Oil

For Grinding

  • 1 big Lemon Size Tamarind
  • 6 nos Red Chili adjust to your spice level
  • 2 tsp Salt adjust to your taste

Spice Powder Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Coriander seeds
  • ¼ tsp Fenugreek seeds
  • ¼ tsp Peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds

Tempering

  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 1 tsp Split Urad Dal
  • 2 tbsp Split Bengal Gram (Channa Dal / Kadalaparuppu)
  • 2 tbsp Peanuts
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
  • ¼ tsp Asafoetida (Asafetida / Hing)
  • 1 sprig Curry leaves

Instructions 

Soaking & Grinding

  • Soak tamarind and red chili in 1/2 cup of water. Set this aside for 10 mins.
    1 big Lemon Size Tamarind, 6 nos Red Chili
  • After 10 mins, take the soaked tamarind and red chili along with the soaked water to a mixer grinder. Add salt.
    2 tsp Salt
  • Grind it to smooth but thick paste. Set this paste aside.

Making Tamarind Rice

  • In a broad plate or vessel, spread 1 cup of rice. Add 2 tsp of sesame oil around the rice.
    4 Cups Cooked Rice, 2 tsp Sesame Oil
  • Now add the tamarind+red chili paste on top of the spread rice.
  • Next, spread the rest of the rice on top of the ground paste.
  • Cover it with a lid and set aside for 10 mins.

Preparing Spice Powder

  • Heat a pan. Add coriander seeds, fenugreek seeds and pepper. Fry till the you get a nice aroma. Take it aside in a plate.
    1 tbsp Coriander seeds, ¼ tsp Peppercorns, ¼ tsp Fenugreek seeds
  • In the same pan, add sesame seeds and allow it to sputter.
    1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • Take the toasted sesame seeds along with dry roasted coriander seeds, pepper and fenugreek seeds to a mixer jar.
  • Grind it to a smooth powder.

Tempering

  • Heat sesame oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and allow it to sputter. Then, add split urad dal, channa dal, peanuts and fry till dal turns light golden.
    2 tbsp Sesame Oil, 1 tsp Mustard Seeds, 1 tsp Split Urad Dal, 2 tbsp Split Bengal Gram (Channa Dal / Kadalaparuppu), 2 tbsp Peanuts
  • Now, add turmeric powder, asafoetida and few curry leaves. Give a mix. Switch off the flame.
    ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder, ¼ tsp Asafoetida (Asafetida / Hing), 1 sprig Curry leaves

Finishing Tamarind Rice

  • Mix the rice with the tamarind paste gently.
  • Now, add the tempering to the rice. Give a good mix.
  • Finally add the ground spice powder. Mix well. Taste the rice and adjust the salt if needed.
  • Pacha Puli Sadam is now ready to serve!

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Nutritional Info

Nutrition Facts
Pacha Puli Sadam | Raw Tamarind Rice | Instant Puli Sadam
Amount Per Serving (1 Cup)
Calories 380 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Carbohydrates 63g21%
Protein 10g20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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INSTRUCTIONS WITH STEP BY STEP PICTURES:

SOAKING & GRINDING

  • Soak tamarind and red chili in 1/2 cup of water. Set this aside for 10 mins.

  • After 10 mins, take the soaked tamarind and red chili along with the soaked water to a mixer grinder. Add salt.

  • Grind it to smooth but thick paste. Set this paste aside.

MAKING TAMARIND RICE

  • In a broad plate or vessel, spread 1 cup of rice. Add 2 tsp of sesame oil around the rice. Now add the tamarind+red chili paste on top of the spread rice.

  • Next, spread the rest of the rice on top of the ground paste. Cover it with a lid and set aside for 10 mins.

PREPARING SPICE POWDER

  • Heat a pan. Add coriander seeds, fenugreek seeds and pepper. Fry till the you get a nice aroma.

  • Take it aside in a mixer grinder.

  • In the same pan, add sesame seeds and allow it to sputter.

  • Take the toasted sesame seeds along with dry roasted coriander seeds, pepper and fenugreek seeds to a mixer jar. Grind it to a smooth powder.

TEMPERING

  • Heat sesame oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and allow it to sputter. Then, add split urad dal, channa dal, peanuts and fry till dal turns light golden. Now, add turmeric powder, asafoetida and few curry leaves. Give a mix. Switch off the flame.

FINISHING TAMARIND RICE

  • Mix the rice with the tamarind paste gently.

  • Now, add the tempering to the rice. Give a good mix.

  • Finally add the ground spice powder.

  • Mix well. Taste the rice and adjust the salt if needed.

  • Pacha Puli Sadam is now ready to serve!

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Subha says:
February 8, 2022 at 8:51 am

4 stars
Interesting recipes, with clear steps.
During introduction, you are too fast and in hurry, not able to comprehend, and so I listen 2 to 3 times. Later you explain slow and steady.

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Sowmya Venkatachalam says:
February 8, 2022 at 9:00 am

Sorry about that will try to slow down next time 🙏

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Rm says:
February 8, 2022 at 9:36 am

Mam,Thanks for the recipe.Wont the raw tamarind used as recipe lead to stomach upset ? will not the raw smell & taste of tamarind linger in the mouth?
Please advise.

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Sowmya Venkatachalam says:
February 9, 2022 at 12:07 am

The hotness of the rice will take away the rawness of the tamarind. You will not get the raw taste/smell of the tamarind. So it surely it will not upset the stomach.

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Rm says:
February 9, 2022 at 10:24 am

Thanks for the reply.I will try and update you.

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Sowmya Venkatachalam says:
February 10, 2022 at 5:48 am

Sure. Thanks

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