Pandi Curry : Coorg Pork Curry

Coorg or Kudagu region in the South West Karnataka is not just famous for its scenic beauty alone. Karnataka has a diversity of cuisines based on regional specialties and traditional dishes of each community. The ingredients, taste and the flavor of the Karnataka cuisine are unique and versatile. This traditional pork curry is an intrinsic part of Kodagu cusine.

Pandi Curry:- Traditional Pork Curry

Kadumbuttu:- Rice Dumplings

Patrode:- Steamed Rolls of colocaesia with coconut masala

Akki Roti:- Crunchy Rice Rottis

Kosumbari:- Nutritious Salad

Coorg Pork Curry

Pork 1 kg, cut into medium size piece and smeared with salt, chili powder and turmeric powder

Coarse masala

Red onions 4
Garlic 10 pods
Green chilies 5 – 6
Ginger ½” piece

Powdered masala

Coriander seeds 1 tsp
Cumin seeds 2 tsp
Peppercorns 2 tsp
Mustard ½ tsp

• Add the ground masala and one cup of hot water to the pork and cook well.
• When cooked, add masala powder.
• After thorough cooking, add vinegar or kochampulli depending on your taste.
• Keep the gravy thick.
• Serve with kadumbuttu.