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A fiery and aromatic dry chutney powder from Andhra, made with roasted lentils, garlic, and red chilies. Perfect for sprinkling over idli, dosa, or mixed with hot rice and ghee for a quick, flavorful meal.
For 24 servings
Heat a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai over low-medium heat. Add the chana dal and dry roast, stirring continuously for 4-5 minutes until it turns light golden and aromatic. Add the urad dal and continue roasting both dals for another 3-4 minutes until they are evenly golden brown. Transfer to a large plate to cool.
In the same pan, add the coriander seeds and cumin seeds. Roast for 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly darker. Add the dried red chilies and roast for another minute until they puff up slightly and become crisp. Do not let them burn. Add the curry leaves and roast until they are completely crisp and crumble easily. Transfer all roasted spices to the same plate with the lentils.
Add 1 tsp of oil to the pan. Add the garlic cloves (with skin) and sauté on low heat for 2-3 minutes until they are lightly browned and fragrant. The skin will get slightly blistered. Turn off the heat and add them to the plate with the other ingredients.
Let all the roasted ingredients cool down completely to room temperature. This is crucial for a non-sticky powder. Transfer the cooled mixture to a powerful blender or spice grinder. Add the tamarind, salt, and hing. Grind in short pulses to a coarse powder. Avoid grinding continuously as it can release oils and make the podi clump together.
Transfer the ground karam podi to a plate and let it cool for another 10-15 minutes to release any heat from grinding. Store in a clean, dry, airtight glass jar. It stays fresh for up to a month at room temperature.
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A fiery and aromatic dry chutney powder from Andhra, made with roasted lentils, garlic, and red chilies. Perfect for sprinkling over idli, dosa, or mixed with hot rice and ghee for a quick, flavorful meal.
This andhra recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 24 servings. At 47.97 calories per serving with 2.52g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for side.
This recipe is naturally vegan. Ensure the asafoetida (hing) used is pure and not compounded with wheat flour.
To make a Jain version, simply omit the garlic cloves. The podi will have a different flavor profile but will still be delicious.
For added nutrition and flavor, add 2 tablespoons of flax seeds. Dry roast them separately until they start to pop and add them to the grinder.
Significantly reduce the red chilies to 4-5 and use a milder variety like Kashmiri chili. You can also add 2 tablespoons of roasted peanuts or sesame seeds for a nuttier, less spicy flavor.