Meena's Taste Mantra

Homemade Rasam Podi | Powder

Amma normally makes the traditional Rasam at home...grinding fresh masalas as required for the elixir! Family and friends just love the Rasam and on their request she tried to make Rasam Podi..which is in huge demand when someone is visiting their family and friends outside India.

Ingredients:

250 gms Red Boria Chilli | Gundu Chilli | Small Round variety

125 gms Toor Dal

125 gms Channa Dal

125 gms Dhania | Coriander Seed

25 gms Kali Miri | Black Pepper

25 gms Methi | Fenugreek Seed

Method:

Dry roast Toor Dal, Channa Dal, Dhania, Black pepper and Methi, separately in a pan and keep aside to cool.
While the pan is still hot, after the gas is switched off, add the Red Boria Chilli and just stir them to make them warm.
Grind all the ingredients to a fine powder.
Store the Rasam Podi in air tight container in a dry cool place.

Tomato Rasam with Rasam Podi made with this Rasam Podi tastes awesome!

About C R Meena

(c) 2014 - 2016, Meena's Taste Mantra is the result of my ardent desire to share my recipes, with all who appreciate and celebrate food. These recipes are as a result of 60 years of cooking experience, influenced by tradition and exposure to various concepts, new recipes/ingredients and a passion for cooking - adapting to healthier alternatives.