I reckon every household in Andhra makes a variation of this dish. The word “Pulusu” denotes a sauce made with tamarind. Thiyya pulusu is mixed vegetables in a sweet and sour sauce. In Andhra Pradesh, it is served alongside plain dhal and rice. You can use any seasonal vegetables of your choice but the classic combination always includes pumpkin, kumara (sweet potato) and drumstick. You can use choko, eggplant, okra, beans, cooking melon, etc.
INGREDIENTS
600g of mixed vegetables
1-2 green chillies, slit
30g tamarind soaked in warm water for 30 minutes
½ tsp turmeric powder
Sprig of curry leaves
30g jaggery or brown sugar