By Garima Johar
August 5, 2025
Ghee podi idli is a South Indian speciality that you can enjoy for a healthy breakfast or a spicy snack. To make it yourself, here's an easy recipe to follow and quickly whip up ghee podi idli.
8-10 steamed idlis 2-3 tablespoons ghee 2 tablespoons peanuts 1 tablespoon chana dal 1 tablespoon urad dal 3 dried red chillies 1 teaspoon sesame seeds ½ teaspoon cumin seeds ¼ teaspoon tamarind 2 pinches jaggery ¼ teaspoon salt 1 sprig of curry leaves 1 pinch mustard seeds
Dry roast the peanuts, lentils, and spices on medium heat until golden brown.
Grind the roasted ingredients to make a fine powder.
Make bite-sized pieces from the already steamed idlis.
Heat some ghee and add mustard seeds and the idli pieces till they are crispy.
Coat the pieces with the podi mixture. Garnish with curry leaves and enjoy.