Til seed powder is a powdered form of the til seeds, also known as sesame seeds. Til seed powder is a versatile ingredient used in various culinary preparations. In Ayurvedic medicine, til seed powder is used for its medicinal properties. It is believed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties. It is often used in traditional remedies to treat conditions like constipation, skin problems, and joint pains.
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Ellu Podi (Til Powder)
4
servings30
minutes40
minutesLearn how to make a flavorful and versatile spice powder using white and black til seeds, bengal gram dhal, and spices. Perfect for various dishes!
Ingredients
White Til seeds – 1/2 cup
Black Til Seeds – 1/2 cup
Bengal Gram Dhal – 1/4 cup
Asafoetida – a small piece
Red Chillies – 10 to 12 Nos
Salt – 2 teaspoons or as per taste
Directions
- Warm a kadai over medium heat and dry-roast the sesame seeds (also known as ’til seeds’ or ‘Ellu’ in Tamil), making sure not to add any oil. Once toasted to a golden hue, remove the seeds and set them aside.
- Next, in the same kadai, add a teaspoon of oil. Roast the Bengal gram dal, red chillies, and asafetida until fragrant and the dal turns a light golden brown. Allow these ingredients to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, combine the roasted sesame seeds with the Bengal gram dal mixture. Add salt to taste and grind everything together into a fine powder using a mixer or grinder.
- Transfer the freshly prepared powder to an airtight container to maintain its freshness and flavor.
- This versatile ‘Podi’ is not just a seasoning but a flavor enhancer. It serves as the key ingredient in Ellu Sadam (Til Rice), offering a nutty and spicy undertone to the dish. It also pairs beautifully with idli and dosa, adding a burst of flavors that perfectly complements these traditional Tamil dishes.
- So go ahead, add this Podi to your culinary arsenal and bring the authentic tastes of Tamil cuisine into your kitchen!
If I don’t have black ellu can this be made with just white ellu? Will it taste any different? Thanks.
You can use white ellu also. There will not be much difference in taste.