Subtle but rich in flavour, South Indian food is the epitome of comfort in every bite. We have a range of South Indian items which are loved by people across the country. From lovely idlis, dosa and vadas to avial, chicken Chettinad, biryani, and more, there is something about this food that we all enjoy. However, whenever you go to any South Indian restaurant, have you ever noticed that they often serve you brown powder which is dipped in ghee and goes well with everything?! That powder is called podi masala. It has a rich flavor and gives an extra zing to your dishes. While you will find these packets in any restaurant or shop, you can also make this wonderful masala at home.
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Lentils, garlic and several dry spices make up the podi masala. Podi masala is a rich source of health-improving ingredients and can be used to flavor curries, stews, vegetables, or can be used as a side accompaniment to idlis or vadas. Once you make it at home, you can store it in any container and keep it safe for a month. So, without waiting, check out the complete recipe of this podi masala below:
About Podi Masala Recipe: How to make Podi Masala
First of all, fry sesame seeds in a pan. Take them out in a bowl. Now add oil to the pan and fry dry red chilies. furthermore, add curry leaves, chana dal and urad dal. Fry them well. Now put all these in a blender and make powder. Add salt. Your podi masala is ready! When you serve it as a side dish, don’t forget to pour a hot spoonful of ghee over it.
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