Urad Dal Podi

Instructions

Dry Roast the Dal:

• In a pan, dry roast the urad dal over medium heat until it turns light golden and gives a nutty aroma. Stir continuously to avoid burning. This should take around 10-15 minutes.

Roast the Pepper:

• In the same pan, slightly roast the pepper for about 2-5 minutes until fragrant.

Grind the Ingredients:

• Let both the roasted urad dal and pepper cool down.
• In a grinder, combine them and grind to a fine powder.

Store:

• Store the urad dal pudi in an airtight container.

Usage:

You can use this Urad Dal Pudi in:

• Kootu
• Chithranna
• Palidya
• sambar
• rasam
• varity Rice
• Or as a flavorful side dish with Idli or Dosa, mixed with ghee or oil.