Groundnut Podi

Groundnut Podi, also known as Peanut Podi, is a flavorful South Indian dry chutney powder made with roasted peanuts and spices. This protein-rich podi is a staple in many Telugu and Tamil households. It has a perfect balance of nuttiness, spice, and a touch of sweetness. Often enjoyed with hot rice and ghee or as a side for idli and dosa, this podi adds a punch of flavor to any meal and is incredibly easy to make and store.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
Ingredients

1 1/2 cup Groundnuts


4 to 5 cloves of Peeled Garlic


1/4 cup Urad dhal


15 red chillies


Pinch of jaggery


Pinch of tamarind


Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Take a pan, dry roast groundnuts with garlic

2. In the same pan, dry roast urad dhal and red chillies

3. Allow the ingredients to cool down, then transfer it to the mixer.

4. Add pinch of jaggery and tamarind. Also add salt to taste

5. Grind all the ingredients without adding water.

6. Store the grounded podi in the storage container.

Tips

Adjust red chillies based on your spice tolerance.

You can skip tamarind and jaggery for a purely savory version.

Add a few curry leaves while roasting for extra aroma and nutrition.

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