Sweet Potato Pulusu | Sakkaraivalli Kulambu | Spicy Chilakadadumpla pulusu

Sweet Potato Pulusu, also known as Sakkaraivalli Kulambu or Spicy Chilakadadumpla pulusu, is a traditional dish from Andhra Pradesh, India. It is a spicy stew made with sweet potatoes, tamarind, and a variety of spices. It is typically served with steamed rice and is a popular dish in Andhra Pradesh. The sweet potatoes are cooked in a tamarind based sauce which gives it a tangy taste, and a mix of spices like chili powder and coriander powder that gives it a spicy taste.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cubed sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup tamarind paste
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida
• 2 dry red chilies
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat oil and add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida. Once they splutter, add the dry red chilies.
2. Add the sweet potatoes and sauté for a few minutes.
3. Add the tamarind paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. Add 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are cooked through.
6. Stir in the chopped cilantro.
7. Serve the stew with steamed rice.

Note: You can adjust the level of spice according to your preference.

Enjoy your Sweet Potato Pulusu | Sakkaraivalli Kulambu | Spicy Chilakadadumpla pulusu