Andhra Style Pappu Podi / Roasted Putnalu Pappu Powder / Pappula Podi
Spice Powders always give a nice kick during the start of any meal. At home, we generally have four to five spice powders and we never fail to pick one during our weekend special meals. Out of those, pappu podi is always liked by my kids. This version is a typical andhra style one which was introduced by my mother in law. If you really want to relish a spicy Andhra Style podi served in restaurants at home, try this version and store it in your kitchen for special occasions. You will love it with hot white rice and a spoon of ghee, I promise with a side of a papad.
Ingredients
Putnalu Pappu / Pottu Kadalai / Roasted Chickpeas / Dalia - 3 Cups
Dry Red Chillies - 12 to 14
Garlic Pods - 8 to 10 ( Optional )
Cumin Seeds - 1 tbsp
Dry Coconut Flakes - 3 tbsp
Salt - To Taste
Method
Dry roast all the ingredients in a frying pan and grind them into a powder using a mixer grinder. Consistency of this Pappu Podi should be between coarse and fine. Store it in a dry storage container which will stay for months.
Uses
1. Used as an accompaniment with Idli, Dosas.
2. Can be Mixed with hot white rice and ghee.
3. Used as a curry powder while making some special andhra curries.
4. Used for making instant chutneys.
