Spicy Garlic Thokku / Garlic Pickle Made Easy – Healthy Homemade South Indian Pickle

Ingredients

• 2 tsp Methi Seeds (Fenugreek)
• 2 tbsp Coriander Seeds
• 1/2 cup Garlic (peeled)
• 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
• 4 tbsp Sesame Oil (Gingelly Oil)
• A pinch of Hing (Asafoetida)
• 1 lemon-sized ball of Tamarind (soaked & juice extracted)
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt – to taste

How to Make Poondu Thokku / Garlic Pickle

• Dry roast methi seeds and coriander seeds in a pan until golden and aromatic.
• Cool and grind them along with garlic into a coarse paste. Set aside.
• Heat sesame oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
• Add remaining garlic (optional), turmeric powder, red chilli powder, salt, and a pinch of hing.
• Add the ground paste to the pan and sauté until the oil starts separating.
• Pour in tamarind extract and simmer on low flame until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy.
• Stir occasionally to avoid burning or sticking to the pan.
• Let it cool and store in a clean, airtight glass jar.
• Serve with hot rice and a dollop of ghee for a comforting, flavorful meal!

Try this Poondu Thokku, a South Indian garlic pickle that pairs perfectly with hot rice, idli, or dosa. Rich in flavor and packed with health benefits, this is a must-have in every organic kitchen

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