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Magic Trick To Make South Indian Podi At Home

By Nikita Toppo

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Podi is a flavourful condiment made of lentils, seeds and spices, since it is eaten with idli, the masala powder is also known as idli podi. Here is the recipe.

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In a heavy bottomed pan add sesame seeds and dry roast till they turn golden brown. Keep aside.

Step 1

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Add 2 tsp oil and fry dried red chilli till they puff up.

Step 2

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Then add curry leaves and continue to sauté till they turn crisp. Keep aside and allow to cool.

Step 3

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Add a tsp more oil and sauté chana dal and urad dal till they turn golden brown.

Step 4

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Transfer to a blender and blend to coarse powder and store it in an airtight container.

Step 5