Paruppu Podi| Paruppu podi for Idli is an easy, gluten-free, vegan accompaniment to have along with rice, Idli or dosa. Let’s see how to make this spice powder.
What is Paruppu Podi?
Paruppu podi is a Lentil spice powder usually had along with rice, Idli/ Dosa. The lentil powder is mixed with oil or ghee to reduce the hotness of the spice powder.
In Indian cuisine, mostly South Indian cuisine, there are varieties of podi with little or much tweaking. There are garlic powder, coconut chutney powder, and many more. My mom used to make Idli podi but I never tried to make my own.
Recently when we went on a 3-day long trip with our family friends, one of our friends brought this paruppu podi to have along with rice. Everyone instantly liked it and as a food blogger, I started to bug her for the recipe. She is so sweet to share it. So this recipe is her contribution to my blog. Do you have any friend’s recipe? Do share the story in the comments. I like to read your story.
How to make Paruppu podi with Pottukadalai ( roasted gram dal)?
This ultimately easy podi has just a handful of ingredients.
- Lentil/ Toor dal
- Roasted gram dal/ Pottu kadalai
- Dry red chili
- Curry leaves
Just dry roast each ingredient separately and grind together finely with salt and asafoetida. That’s it. Serve smeared in oil or ghee along with rice or idli.
A short video to make paruppu podi
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How to store this podi?
Once you grind the podi, store it in a clean and dry airtight container. Always use dry and a clean spoon. You can store it in your pantry. It will stay good for months.
| You may also want to try Ellu Podi (Black sesame seeds spice powder) |
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Recipe for Lentil spice powder
Ingredients
Toor dal/ Lentil – ½ Cup
Roasted gram dal/ Pottukadalai – ½ Cup
Dry red chili – 4 (you can rise according to the spice level of chili)
Curry leaves – few
Asafoetida – ¼ tsp
Salt – as required
Method
- Dry roast toor dal for 3- 4 minutes or till a nice aroma arises in medium flame. Remove it on a plate.
- Then dry roast the roasted gram dal for 3 minutes on medium flame. Remove it on a plate.
- Do the same with dry red chili. Switch off the stove and add curry leaves in a hot pan. Let it roast in the heat.
- Once cooled down, take all roasted ingredients along with salt and asafoetida and grind finely in a blender.
- Transfer the powder to an airtight container. Store it at room temperature.
Notes
- Adjust dry red chili as per your spice preference. My chili was too spicy, so I used just 4.
- Check salt while grinding and adjust it.
Paruppu Podi for Idli/ Rice
Equipment
- Pan
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Toor dal
- 1/2 Cup Roasted gram dal
- 4 Dry Red Chili
- Salt As required
- Curry leaves few
- 1/4 Tsp Asafoetida
Instructions
- Dry roast toor dal for 3- 4 minutes or till nice aroma arises in medium flame. Remove it in a plate.
- Then dry roast the roasted gram dal for 3 minutes on medium flame. Remove it in a plate.
- Do the same with dry red chili. Switch off the stove and add curry leaves in hot pan. Let it roast in the heat.
- Once cooled down, take all roasted ingredients along with salt and asafoetida and grind finely in a blender.
- Transfer the powder to air tight container. Store it at room temperature
Video
Notes
- Adjust dry red chili as per your spice preference. My chili was too spicy,so I used just 4.
- Check salt while grinding and adjust it.
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I am always so scared by Indian cuisine because it has so many spices, and I don’t want to buy a spice only to use it once. But now that I see you can make some at home, I am thinking of trying it out!!
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I was unaware of lentil seasoning powders until I saw this recipe. I think the flavors in this sound lovely and this would make a welcome addition to a big pot of lentils!
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A simple and yet such a useful podi. I took some during my travels this time and it really came in handy whenever I was craving for some Indian flavors.
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I never knew lentil powder existed until I found your recipe. this really new to me and I am definitely trying it.
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Love this so so much. Big fan of South Indian chutney powders. Thanks for the recipe.
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This Paruppu Podi sounds so interesting. I hadn’t heard of it before but definitely will be making it to try it!
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What a versatile podi Lathiya! I am crazy about all kinds of podis and like to have them handy. I will try this one as well. Do you add ghee or oil to eat with this podi?
It’s a personal choice dear, you can use either ghee or oil. I prefer coconut oil. Thank you.
This is definitely a very interesting recipe and will be saving it as I have to try making and using this.
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Paruppu Podi is my favourite for Idlis and dosas with drizzle of hot ghee. I have never tried this at home as I always buy it readymade.
I will try this for sure. Thanks for sharing.
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I’ve never tried this before, but I look forward to giving it a try. Thanks for sharing!
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A staple food in my house! Can’t live without it! And my kids take it to their Uni! As it’s best and quick food they can eat it with rice! Beautiful photos as well!
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I don’t think I’ve ever tried this before, but I would love to try. Will check to see if the Asian supermarket has these things!
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I love to share recipes with friends and I also enjoy trying friends recipes. Friendship and food are just the sweetest combination. Looking forward to trying a new recipe.
So true..thank you. Hope you try this.
I’ve never had this mix before, but I love how versatile it is! I can already tell it will be great on so many dishes. Thanks for sharing!
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I have had this before in restaurants, but would never think to make my own! Thanks for sharing!
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