Horsegram Dal Rasam Spice Mix | Kollu Rasam Podi
Discover how to make homemade kollu rasam podi, a flavorful spice mix prepared using horsegram (kollu in Tamil). This recipe includes detailed, step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you.
Servings: 25 yields 250 grams
Calories: 35kcal
Ingredients
Measurement Details: 1 cup=240ml; 1 tbsp = 15ml; 1 tsp = 5ml;
- ½ cup horsegram kollu
- 3 tbsp toor dal
- ⅓ cup cumin seeds
- ½ cup coriander seeds
- 12 dried red chilies
- 2 tbsp black pepper
- 10–15 curry leaves
Instructions
- Heat a kadai (pan) on medium heat. Add the horsegram and toor dal.
- Dry roast until the toor dal turns light brown and the horsegram becomes deep brown. Transfer to a plate and allow it to cool.
- In the same kadai, add the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, black pepper, curry leaves, and dried red chilies.
- Roast until the spices release a fragrant aroma and the curry leaves turn crisp. Transfer to another plate to cool.
- Once the ingredients have cooled, transfer the roasted horsegram, toor dal, and dried red chilies to a mixer jar. Grind in intervals to avoid overheating the mixture. Be cautious when opening the jar, as the aroma can be strong.
- Add the remaining spices and 1 tsp of turmeric powder to the jar.
- Grind in short intervals, mixing in between, until you achieve a slightly coarse texture.
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Notes
- If you're new to horsegram, start with ⅓ cup and increase the quantity gradually as you acquire the taste.
- Adjust the quantity of dried red chilies and black pepper based on your spice tolerance.
- The spice mix doesn't need to be ground too finely—a slightly coarse texture works well.
Nutrition
Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 163mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 242IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg