Chammanthi Podi (100gm)ചമ്മന്തി പൊടി

“Chammanthi Podi,” also known as “Chutney Powder” or “Gun Powder,” is a flavorful and aromatic South Indian condiment. It is a dry powder made from a blend of roasted spices, dried red chilies, lentils, and sometimes coconut.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried red chilies (adjust to your preferred spice level)
• 1/2 cup urad dal (black gram lentils)
• 1/4 cup chana dal (split chickpeas)
• 1/4 cup grated coconut (fresh or desiccated)
• 2-3 cloves of garlic
• A small piece of tamarind (about the size of a small marble)
• 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
• 1 tablespoon oil (such as coconut or vegetable oil)
• Salt to taste

Preparation

1. Heat a pan or skillet over low to medium heat and add the urad dal and chana dal. Dry roast them until they turn golden brown. This can take a few minutes, so be patient and stir frequently to prevent burning. Once roasted, transfer them to a plate and let them cool.
2. In the same pan, add the dried red chilies and roast them until they become slightly crisp. Remove them and set aside.
3. Add the grated coconut to the pan and roast it until it turns light brown. Coconut roasts quickly, so be attentive and keep stirring. Once done, set it aside.
4. In the same pan, add the oil and then add the garlic cloves. Sauté them until they turn golden.
5. Now, take all the roasted ingredients—red chilies, urad dal, chana dal, roasted coconut, sautéed garlic, tamarind, and asafoetida—and place them in a food processor or grinder.
6. Grind everything to a coarse or fine powder, depending on your preference.
7. Add salt to taste and pulse the mixture a few more times to ensure it’s evenly mixed.