Kandi Podi – The Andhra Classic

Traditional Ingredients:

  • Toor dal
  • Chana dal
  • Dry red chillies
  • Cumin seeds
  • Salt

Preparation:

Dals are roasted till fragrant, combined with chillies and garlic, then ground into a fine powder.

Traditional Pairings:

  • Mixed with ghee and hot rice, often the first course in Andhra meals.
  • Side to pappu (dal) or leafy green curries.

Modern Pairings:

  • Sprinkled into rice bowls and grain salads.
  • Used as a crunchy topping on stir-fried greens.

Brand Special

Salt.Pepper.Podi has its brand — Krunchy Kandi. Pairing this with rice adds a krunchy taste making it heavenly. Check recipes here — https://saltpepperpodi.com/pages/recipes

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