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Homemade Rasam Podi Recipe

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This homemade rasam podi recipe is a simple and aromatic spice blend that adds a burst of flavor to your rasam. The process involves roasting spices to bring out their aroma and grinding them into a fine powder. This recipe yields around 80-100 grams of rasam podi, perfect for making...

Homemade Rasam Podi Recipe recipe
Prep Time
2min
Cook Time
8min
Total Time
10min

Ingredients

10 Servings
  • ghee or oil
    ghee or oil
    1tsp
  • dry red chillies
    dry red chillies
    4
  • black pepper corns
    black pepper corns
    1/4tbsp
  • cumin seeds
    cumin seeds
    1/2tbsp
  • coriander seeds
    coriander seeds
    1/2tbsp
  • rock salt
    rock salt
    1tbsp
  • spoon chana dal
    spoon chana dal
    1

How to make Homemade Rasam Podi Recipe

  1. Step 1

    Heat ghee or oil in a pan.

  2. Step 2

    Roast dry red chilli, black pepper corns, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and chana dal until their aroma comes out.

    Step 1.1: Roast dry red chilli, black pepper corns, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and chana dal until their aroma comes out
    Step 1.2: Roast dry red chilli, black pepper corns, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and chana dal until their aroma comes out
  3. Step 3

    Allow the roasted ingredients to cool completely. Transfer the cooled ingredients to a mixie jar.

    Step 1.1: Allow the roasted ingredients to cool completely
  4. Step 4

    Add rock salt and grind the mixture into a fine powder.

    Step 1.1: Add rock salt and grind the mixture into a fine powder

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

13.6kcal (0.68%)

Protein

0.1g (0.16%)

Carbs

0.2g (0.09%)

Sugars

0.0g (0.02%)

Healthy Fat

0.5g

Unhealthy Fat

0.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the spices are roasted on low heat to avoid burning and to bring out their full aroma.

  2. Let the roasted ingredients cool completely before grinding to prevent moisture buildup.

  3. Store the rasam podi in an airtight container to retain its freshness.

FAQS

  1. How long can I store the rasam podi?

    You can store the rasam podi in an airtight container for up to 3 months in a cool, dry place.

  2. Can I use oil instead of ghee?

    Yes, you can use oil instead of ghee for roasting the spices.

  3. What type of red chilli should I use?

    You can use any dry red chilli, but for a spicier flavor, opt for varieties like Guntur or Byadgi and for authentic colour use kashmiri red chilli aswell.

  4. Can I adjust the spice level?

    Yes, you can reduce the quantity of red chilli or black pepper corns to make the rasam podi less spicy.

  5. Can I use this podi for other dishes?

    Yes, this rasam podi can be used as a spice mix for other South Indian dishes like sambhar or vegetable stir-fries or masala rice.

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