Ellu Podi For Idli, Dosa Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Heat a pan and dry roast the sesame seeds until they turn golden and fragrant. Remove from the pan and set aside.
• STEP 2.In the same pan, dry roast the lentils until they turn golden and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
• STEP 3.Dry roast the red chilies, curry leaves, and asafoetida until they become crisp. Remove from the pan and set aside.
• STEP 4.Allow all the roasted ingredients to cool completely, then grind them together to a coarse powder.
• STEP 5.Transfer the powder to a bowl and mix in salt. Store in an airtight container.

Cooking Tips

• You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer red chilies.
• For extra flavor, you can add roasted peanuts or cashews to the powder.
• Ellu Podi can be stored in an airtight container in a cool and dry place for up to 4-6 weeks.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Ellu Podi with idli, dosa, or rice.
• You can mix it with oil or ghee to make a paste and use it as a dip or spread.
• Store the Ellu Podi in an airtight container in a cool and dry place.