Pachi Pulusu (Raw Tamarind Rasam - Andhra / Telangana style)

 

          Pachi Pulusu, a traditional dish from Andhra and Telangana is an uncooked version of rasam. Pachi means raw and Pulusu is soup. This tangy stew is prepared with tamarind extract containing chopped onion, charred green chilies, curry leaves and salt. A small amount of jaggery or sugar can be added to balance the flavours. 

          You can enjoy this yummy and comforting rasam as a side dish with hot steamed rice, accompanied with papad or fryums. This easy to assemble dish comes in handy when you are on the lookout for something quick to prepare. Unlike the regular rasam, this pulusu is somewhat light and watery. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this nutritious regional delicacy.

• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 green chilies
• 1 sprig curry leaves, chopped
• 2 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 small marble size tamarind 
• salt to taste

Tempering - 

• 1 tbsp. oil
• 1/2 tsp. mustard seed
• 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds
• 1 dry red chili, chopped
• 1/4 tsp. asafoetida
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 1/2 tsp. urad dal
• 1 tsp. chana dal
• 1 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped

          Soak the tamarind in 3 cups lukewarm water for 10-15 minutes. Then extract the juice, strain and keep aside. 

          On an open flame roast the green chilies till they are slightly charred. 

          In a bowl, take the onion, curry leaves, green chilies, coriander leaves and salt. Mash well with your hands for a couple of minutes to release the flavour.

          (Alternatively, it can be pounded in a mortar and pestle or pulse it in a mixer grinder). 

          Add the strained tamarind water and mix well. Check for seasoning. 

          For the tempering - Heat oil in a pan and temper with all the mentioned ingredients. Sauté for a few seconds or till it stops spluttering. 

           Pour this tempering over the prepared Pachi Pulusu. Give it a mix and enjoy with hot steamed rice. 

                     In a bowl, take the onion, curry leaves, green chilies, coriander leaves & salt. 

                       Mash well with your hands for a couple of minutes to release the flavour.

                          Add the strained tamarind water & mix well. Check for seasoning. 

                       Heat oil in a pan & temper with all the mentioned ingredients. Sauté 

                       for a few seconds or till it stops spluttering. 

                         Pour this tempering over the prepared Pachi Pulusu. Give it a mix.

                                 Enjoy with hot steamed rice.