Laksh on January 15th, 2008

Background:
Ezhu kari kootu or seven vegetable stew is a savory stew of vegetables in tamarind water garnished with a spice mix that replaces the sambar powder. This is usually served with Thiruvadhirai Kali or Chakkara pongal. It is customary to use seven, nine, eleven or odd numbered vegetables.
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Laksh on January 15th, 2008

Background:
Chakkara pongal is a delicacy made specially on the occasion of the Harvest festival in Tamil Nadu in India. This festival celebrates a good harvest and offers thanks to the Sun God (Surya) and the animals (Cows, Buffaloes) that was reason for the bountiful harvest. Traditionally the pongal is made in an earthern pot over […]

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