Palli / Verkadalai Podi – The Peanut Powerhouse

Traditional Ingredients:

  • Roasted peanuts
  • Dry red chillies
  • Garlic
  • Urad dal
  • Salt

Preparation:

Peanuts are roasted until aromatic, combined with roasted chillies, garlic, and dal, and ground into a slightly coarse podi.

Traditional Pairings:

  • Mixed with hot rice and ghee as a quick meal.
  • Side to rasam or sambar rice.

Modern Pairings:

  • As a protein-rich salad sprinkle.
  • Blended with yogurt into a dip.
  • Spread over sandwiches for a spicy nut butter feel.
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