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Classic Idli Podi

A comforting roasted lentil and sesame podi to serve with soft idlis.

⏱ 20 minutes · South Indian kitchen favourite

Classic Idli Podi

Ingredients

  • 175 g roasted gram
  • 125 g urad dal
  • 75 g chana dal
  • 60 g dry red chillies
  • 40 g sesame seeds
  • 25 g salt and spices

How to make Classic Idli Podi

  1. Dry-roast the dals separately over a low to medium flame until aromatic. Let them cool completely.
  2. Roast the sesame seeds and dry red chillies separately, taking care not to burn them.
  3. Cool all ingredients, then grind to a slightly coarse or fine powder as preferred.
  4. Mix in salt and store in a clean, dry, airtight jar. Serve with idli and a little oil or ghee.

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