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Puliyodarai

புளியோதரை · poo-lee-YOH-duh-ray

Vegetarian · Vegan · Jain-friendly

Cultural meaning and context — not a step-by-step recipe.

Temple prasadam — most Tamil temples distribute puliyodarai as sacred food. Also a popular travel food and picnic staple because it keeps well.

About this dish

Tangy tamarind rice mixed with a paste of roasted spices, sesame oil, and peanuts.