Vatha Kulambu: A Spicy & Tangy South Indian Tamarind Gravy

Imagine a super flavorful soup from South India called Vatha Kulambu!

It's made with tamarind, which gives it a sour and tangy taste.

Then, they add lots of spices, making it yummy and spicy.

Sometimes, they put in dried berries called sundakkai vathal, which pop and add a little bit of bitter taste.

People also might add things like onions and eggplant.

You eat it with rice, a bit of ghee (melted butter), and maybe some lentil chutney or vegetable stew.

It tastes even better the next day!