Idli Podi (milagai podi) is a flavorful spicy chutney powder, which is mixed with ghee or sesame oil (gingelly oil) and served as an accompaniment with idli or dosa in most of the south Indian households. It is basically used as a substitute for traditional coconut chutney to serve with idli while travelling or in kids’ lunch box.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup Chana Dal
1/4 cup Urad Dal
1/4 cup Sesame Seeds
5 Dry Red Chillis
5-6 Curry Leaves
1/4 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
Salt to taste
1½ teaspoons Oil