Puli inji

Puli Inji, a traditional South Indian relish, is a tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet condiment made with ginger, tamarind, jaggery, and green chilies. To prepare, finely chop or grate ginger and sauté it in sesame oil with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies. Add tamarind extract, turmeric, and salt, allowing it to simmer until the raw smell disappears. Stir in jaggery to balance the flavors and cook until the mixture thickens. This flavorful dish, often served in Kerala’s Sadhya, enhances any meal with its perfect blend of heat, sourness, and sweetness.