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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
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Accompaniment
Cuisine: Tamil
Servings: 1 cup
Author: Anusha Praveen

Ingredients

  • Urad dal 1 c
  • Channa dal 1/4 c
  • Black sesame seeds 1/3 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 tsp of oil till golden.
  • Remove and transfer to a plate.
  • Now add another 1/2 tsp 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

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