Hot Gunpowder Spice (Milagai Podi)

Hot Gunpowder Spice (Milagai Podi)

Toasty and fragrant, this spicy variation of Milagai Podi, also called Gunpowder Spice, brings the heat. Created with a variety of spices, seeds and lentils, this finely ground blend from Southern India gives an unforgettable flavor boost to grilled beef or fish, labneh, dip... Toasty and fragrant, this spicy variation of Milagai Podi, also called Gunpowder Spice, brings the heat. Created with a variety of spices, seeds and lentils, this finely ground blend from Southern India gives an unforgettable flavor boost to grilled beef or fish, labneh, dips, hummus, and roasted veggies. Read More Read Less
5m
PREP TIME
5m
COOK TIME
4
CALORIES
12
INGREDIENTS

Servings: 36 (1-teaspoon)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • 1 Heat oil in medium skillet on medium heat. Add masoor dal, paprika, sesame seed, crushed red pepper and mustard seed. Cook, stirring constantly, about 3 to 4 minutes until lightly toasted and fragrant. Remove from heat; stir in remaining spices and salt. Allow to cool 5 minutes.
  • 2 Transfer seasoning mixture to coffee grinder. Process until finely ground. Spread mixture on a large plate and allow to cool completely. Store in an airtight container until ready to use.
  • 3 Test Kitchen Tips:
    • Milagai Podi literally translates to ‘chili powder’ in Tamil, but the seasoning is more complex. Milagai Podi, often referred to as Gunpowder Spice, is a mixture of dal (lentils), seeds, and spices traditionally found in South Indian cuisine. The blend can vary in heat level, based on the number and types of chilies used. It is typically used to season idlis and dosas in Indian cuisine.
    • Dal is both an Indian dish and cooking ingredient. It refers to dried and split beans, peas or lentils and is a staple ingredient in South Asian cuisine. As a dish, Dal refers to various soups, stews and pureed side dishes made with the split legumes. Various types of dal such as chana dal, toor dal, or black dal can be found in the international or Indian sections at most major grocery stores, as well as natural food stores and online retailers.

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