Hi all!!
Sharing another important spice mix used in Karnataka cuisine. This podi/spice mix/masala is used to make a traditional preparation called Gojju which is spicy-sweet-sour curry made using a select few vegetables and fruits. The most commonly used veggies and fruits are Okra, bittergourd, pineapple, mango, onion, tomato etc.
The freshly ground masala adds a better flavour to the gojju which tastes best with steamed rice.
Gojju Podi or Spice Mix for Gojju
Preparation Time: 10mins | Cooking + Grinding Time: 10mins | Makes:1cup | Difficulty Level: Easy | Recipe Source: MIL
Ingredients
10-15 medium spicy red chillies
2tsp coriander seeds
4tsp-Bengal gram/ Chana daal
4tsp split black gram/Urad Dal
1tsp cumin seeds/jeera
1tsp fenugreek seeds/methidana
5-6tsp grated dry coconut
4-5tsp sesame seeds/til
1/2tsp pepper
1-1/2tsp oil
Method
Roast each ingredient separately in a few drops of oil taking due precaution that they do not get burnt.
Mix all ingredients, cool and then grind to a fine powder.
Store in an air tight container.
Interesting!! will wait for gojju recipe :)
ReplyDeleteLove the spices flavors!!
ReplyDeletelove that little holder of urs... the podi seems spicy...
ReplyDeleteOh yes, my granny makes this at home. We use this powder for stir fried veggies too, tastes delicious!
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