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Idli Milagai Podi Recipe

Updated: May 14, 2020 · Published: Mar 6, 2019 by anusha · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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HOW TO MAKE IDLI MILAGAI PODI?

IDLI MILAGAI PODI- IDLI PODI, A FRESH ROASTED AND GROUND ACCOMPANIMENT

Idli milagai podi

Idli milagai podi or molaga podi or idli podi is an everyday staple at most Tamil speaking homes. The idli podi comes as a big rescue option when there s no chutney or sambar for that day s dosa and idli quota. There are many versions of Idli milagai podi like many south Indian recipes. This is my version.

Idli milagai podi

Idli milagai podi is best enjoyed with sesame oil. But there are some people, like me, who enjoy mixing it with coconut oil or melted ghee too. This is a very straightforward recipe and there is only one thing to remember to get that amazing Idli  podi.

Remember to roast the dals on low heat till they are golden. If you increase the heat, then the dals will be burnt quickly or roasted unevenly. This will not give a good flavor in your Idli podi.

If you are looking for more accompaniments for Idli and dosa, then check out coconut garlic chutney, vegetable kurma, tomato thokku

Idli milagai podi

Shall we now check the video on how to make Idli Milagai Podi?

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Idli Milagai Podi Recipe

Idli Milagai Podi or idli podi or idli molaga podi is an accompaniment for idli and dosa. This is best enjoyed with sesame oil.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time12 minutes mins
Total Time17 minutes mins
Course: Accompaniment
Cuisine: Tamil
Servings: 1 cup
Author: Anusha Praveen

Ingredients

  • Urad dal 1 c
  • Channa dal ¼ c
  • Black sesame seeds ⅓ c
  • Dry red chilies 18-20
  • Curry leaves a handful
  • Salt to taste.
  • Sesame oil 2 tsp
  • Perungayam hing/asafoetida a fat pinch

Instructions

  • Roast urad dal in a teaspoon of oil till golden.
  • Remove and transfer to a plate.
  • Now add another ½ teaspoon of oil add channa dal and once it becomes golden, add sesame seeds. When the sesame seeds begin to pop, add curry leaves and roast till they wilt.
  • Remove and transfer to a plate.
  • Now add the remaining oil and once hot, the dry red chilies.
  • Fry for a min or two. Remove on a plate. Let cool.
  • Grind to a slightly coarse powder with salt and asafoetida. Store in an airtight jar.

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Disclaimer

Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.

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