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Homemade Sambhar Powder/ podi/South Indian

Published: Sep 4, 2019 · Modified: Mar 28, 2023 by JAYANTHY · This post may contain amazon or my other affiliate links · 4 Comments

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Homemade sambar powder, multi-purpose powder, can be used in all vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. This one masala powder makes life easier in the kitchen.

South Indian Home made Sambar Powder/Sambar Podi

Homemade Sambhar powder/Podi /South Indian Recipe has a special and unique taste which we cannot expect from a store bought where Additives are added for longer shelf life. This South Indian Homemade Sambar powder is my Amma’s recipe which is followed by myself and my sister in laws and many in our family.. As I said in my earlier recipes this Sambhar powder is a multi purpose powder used for both Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian dishes .

The Quality of each ingredient and proportion of combining spices gives an Authentic Flavour which makes this South Indian Homemade Sambhar powder so special in my Family. This recipe has been taken by my Neighbours and Friends and the response was great, as it can be used for all the dishes.

All ingredients except Dry Chillies and Coriander seeds (Dhania seeds) are sun dried until crisp and other ingredients are Roasted in a dry pan. On a low heat each ingredient is roasted separately for few minutes which helps to release the flavour and enhances the flavour while grinding all together. Lets jump to the recipe with step by step preparation.

Homemade Sambhar Powder/Podi
How to prepare South Indian Home made Sambhar Powder/Sambar Podi in step by step preparation

Sun dry Chillies and Coriander ( Dhania Seeds) until it is crisp. Clean Chillies and coriander seeds and remove chilli stalk .

In a heavy bottomed kadhai dry roast Tur Dal on a low heat until it slightly change its colour and transfer on to a plate.

Roast Bengal Gram slightly until it changes its colour and transfer on to a plate.

Same way dry roast whole Pepper Corns until it starts to splutter and transfer on to a plate.

Roast cumin seeds until it starts to splutter and release its flavour. Cumin seeds starts to roast quickly so Toss frequently and transfer on to a plate.

Roast Fenugreek seeds just few seconds as it turns brown quickly. Transfer on to a plate.

Finally roast rice until it starts to puff and transfer on to a plate.

Let all the roasted ingredients cool before grinding.

When it is cooled down completely add the roasted spices to the Chilli and coriander with Asafoetida and mix well. Since the quantity is 1 kg ,I took it to a Grinding mill near my house for grinding . We have to check the powder if it is finely ground. I usually ask them to grind three times. If the quantity is less, you can grind in an electric mixer until fine powder. Aromatic Home Made Sambar Powder is ready to go into your dishes to enhance the flavour of your soulful preparation for your family. Do try this South Indian Home made Sambar powder and I bet you would not go for store bought anymore. When tried, let me know the feedback in the comments. Happy Cooking!

South Indian Home made Sambhar Powder/ Sambhar Podi

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Notes

Buy Good quality ingredients .

Sun dry Chillies and Coriander seeds separately until it is crisp.

Remove the stalk of the chillies before grinding.

Roast each ingredient separately as each takes its own time for roasting.

Let the roasted spices cool before grinding.

When it is finely ground do not store immediately in an air tight container. Spread the powder on a plate or paper until it comes to room temperature.

When it is cooled down store in an Air tight container and can use up to 4 to 5 months.

HOMEMADE SAMBHAR POWDER/ PODI/SOUTH INDIAN

Jayanthy Asokan
Homemade sambar powder, multi-purpose powder, can be used in all vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. This one masala powder makes life easier in the kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Grinding Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 46 minutes mins
Course Condiments
Cuisine Indian
Servings 1 kg +½
Calories 475.8 kcal

Equipment

Kadhai or Wok
electric mixer grinder

Ingredients
  

  • ½ kg dry chillies
  • ½ kg coriander seed ( dhania )
  • 50 gm tur dal
  • 50 gm bengal gram
  • 50 gm cumin seed
  • 25 gm pepper corns
  • 1 boil rice ( handful )
  • 3 teaspoon fenugreek seed
  • 1 teaspoon asafoetida
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Instructions
 

  • Sun dry Chillies and Coriander ( Dhania Seeds) until it is crisp. Clean Chillies and coriander seeds and remove chilli stalk.
  • In a heavy bottomed kadhai dry roast Tur Dal on a low heat until it slightly change its colour and transfer on to a plate.
  • Roast Bengal Gram slightly until it changes its colour and transfer on to a plate.
  • Same way dry roast whole Pepper Corns until it starts to splutter and transfer on to a plate.
  • Roast cumin seeds until it starts to splutter and release its flavour. Cumin seeds starts to roast quickly so Toss frequently and transfer on to a plate.
  • Roast Fenugreek seeds just few seconds as it turns brown quickly. Transfer on to a plate.
  • Finally roast rice until it starts to puff and transfer on to a plate.
  • Let all the roasted ingredients cool before grinding.
  • When it is cooled down completely add the roasted spices to the Chilli and coriander with Asafoetida and mix well. Aromatic Home Made Sambar Powder is ready to go into your dishes to enhance the flavour of your soulful preparation for your family.

Notes

Buy Good quality ingredients .
Sun dry Chillies and Coriander seeds separately until it is crisp.
Remove the stalk of the chillies before grinding.
Roast each ingredient separately as each takes its own time for roasting.
Let the roasted spices cool before grinding.

Nutrition

Serving: 1personCalories: 475.8kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 22.9gFat: 15.6gSaturated Fat: 1.4gSodium: 116.7mgPotassium: 1735.9mgFiber: 16.8gSugar: 1.4gVitamin A: 941.7IUVitamin C: 6.2mgCalcium: 712mgIron: 42.3mg
Keyword sambhar powder, sambhar podi, south-indian style sambhar powder
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  1. Ashish Patel

    October 9, 2020 at 3:17 am

    I like to read well-written articles. It looks like you spent a lot of time and effort on your blog. I learned a lot from your article. keep up the good work!

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    • JAYANTHY

      October 10, 2020 at 1:50 pm

      Thank you so much!

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  2. Praba

    August 5, 2021 at 12:38 pm

    It was really helpfull and informative. Honestly, I was able to prepare without
    much complexity. Thanks for this wonderful instructions.

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    • JAYANTHY

      August 5, 2021 at 5:39 pm

      Glad you liked it!

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