Podis (powders) are easy to make and keep for months in an airtight container. Pappu(Dal) podi is a good source of protein and an aid to digestion. The content and taste of podis vary from state to state in South India, and even from kitchen to kitchen.
Ingredients
Toor Dal 2 cups
Black pepper seeds 1 tsp
Red chillies 6-8
Salt ½ fistful
Get Cooking!
1. Roast the dal on a plain pan
2. Then roast the pepper seeds, red chillies. Add the salt and roast it slightly.
3. Grind all the above in a mixer to a soft powder and store in an airtight container.
4. Serve with hot rice and ghee.
April 23, 2006...3:35 pm
Pappu Podi
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