Pulikulambu powder

Puli kulambu powder (also known as puli kuzhambu podi or kulambu milagai thool) is a traditional South Indian spice blend used to make tangy, spicy, and aromatic tamarind-based gravies like kara kuzhambu, vatha kuzhambu, poondu kuzhambu, and fish kuzhambu.

Key Characteristics

• Flavor Profile: Tangy, deeply spiced, and pungent, designed to balance the sourness of tamarind and the richness of sesame (gingelly) oil.
• Role in Cooking: It replaces separate chili and coriander powders, adding both rich flavor and a natural thickening body to the gravy.
• Shelf Life: Can last anywhere from 6 months to a year when stored in a dry, airtight container.