Pulihora and homemade curd

Swastik Savoury Recipes, Make Pulihora and Curd At Home

The authentic spices of Swastik make cooking a fun and fulfilling experience. Our flavours tantalise the tastebuds and elevate it to another level.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
  • 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as RO*TEL)
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 (1.25 ounce) packages chili seasoning (such as McCormick® Mild Chili Seasoning Mix)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
  • 1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans, undrained
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar, or more to taste

Frequently asked questions

Can I skip the tamarind?

Honestly, no — tamarind is the whole point. If you're really stuck, raw mango pulp works as a fill-in, but it'll be a different dish.

My curd keeps turning out watery. What am I doing wrong?

Two usual suspects: the milk was too hot when you added the starter, or the room was too cold to set. Lukewarm milk and a warm spot (inside an off oven works great) and you're sorted.

Which rice should I use?

Sona Masuri is what we use. Cook it just slightly firm so the grains don't break when you mix in the paste.

How long will the pulihora keep?

A day at room temperature, two in the fridge. We think it tastes best the next morning, eaten cold.

Is the Pulihora Powder gluten-free?

Yes — all our blends are gluten-free and made in a dedicated facility.

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