Mel Podi is a flavorful seasoning powder used in South Indian cuisine. It enhances dishes like Lunch Sambar and Idli Sambar when sprinkled before serving. Made by dry roasting coriander seeds and Bengal gram dal, along with sautéed red chilies, it adds depth and warmth to curries and stir-fries.
Masala Powders
A Collection of South Indian Masala Powder Recipes.
Sundakkai Vathal Podi (Dried Turkey Berry Powder)
This Sundakkai Vathal Podi can be taken mixed with hot steamed rice along with a spoon of ghee or oil. This podi can also be added to any Kara Kuzhambu.
Kootu Podi
Discover the flavorful world of South Indian cuisine with Kootu Podi, a spice blend that elevates the taste of traditional lentil and vegetable dish, Kootu.
Peanut (Verkadalai) Podi
This Podi (powder) is made with peanut and white til seeds. This can be mixed with hot rice and make Pea Nut Rice.
Poondu Podi
This simple and quick chutney poondu podi is made with garlic. This goes well with Idli/dosa. It can also be mixed with hot rice and have it as Garlic Rice.
Sundal Podi
This mix is made with red chilies, coriander seeds, bengal gram dhal and urad dhal.
Ellu Curry Leaves Podi
Enhance your meals with aromatic “Ellu Curry Leaves Podi,” a versatile South Indian condiment packed with nutty, spicy flavors. Learn how to make and enjoy this flavorful seasoning!
Garlic Curry leaves Podi
This garlic curry leaves powder (podi) goes well with Idli and Dosa. It can also be mixed with hot rice and served.
Vatha Kuzhambu Podi
This mix (podi) is used for making vatha kuzhambu. It is made with two kinds of dhal and other Indian spices.
Kollu (Horse gram) Podi
Enhance your South Indian dishes with Kollu Podi, a nutritious spice blend made from roasted horse gram lentils. Elevate your meals with its unique flavor and health benefits!