Podis in the Modern Kitchen – A Global Reinvention

Contemporary Variations:

• Flaxseed podi, quinoa podi, moringa podi — marketed for health.
• Low-spice podis for kids and diaspora families abroad.

Modern Pairings:

• On avocado toast or pizza as a spice sprinkle.
• As a marinade for tofu, paneer, or grilled meats.
• Mixed with butter for podi popcorn.
• Blended into hummus or salad dressings.

Why It Matters Today:

Podi’s adaptability keeps it alive. What started as a humble preservation method now plays in fine-dining menus, Instagram reels, and global kitchens.