South Indian Chutney Powder

Elevate your South Indian meals with the rich, nutty, and irresistibly aromatic South Indian Chutney Powder, also known as "Idli Milagai Podi." This versatile, flavor-packed spice mix combines roasted lentils like chana dal and urad dal, earthy coriander seeds, fragrant curry leaves, and a hint of sweetness with jaggery. The addition of dry red chilies and asafoetida infuses the blend with a punch of spice and umami, while the grated dried coconut adds a toasty richness. Perfect for pairing with idlis, dosas, or steamed rice, this chutney powder is easy to make and stores well for weeks, making it an essential staple for adding instant flavor to your meals. Crafted with authentic ingredients and roasted to perfection, this recipe offers a true taste of South Indian cuisine in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 30

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chana dal (split chickpeas)
• 1 cup Urad dal (split black gram)
• 2 tablespoons Coriander seeds
• 10 Dry red chilies
• 1 cup Grated dried coconut
• 30 leaves Curry leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 tablespoon Jaggery
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and add sesame oil.

Step 2

Add chana dal to the pan and roast it lightly until it turns golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add urad dal and roast until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Add coriander seeds and dry red chilies to the pan, and roast them until the chilies turn crisp. Remove and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add the grated dried coconut. Roast until it turns golden brown. Be careful not to burn it. Remove and set aside.

Step 6

Add curry leaves and asafoetida to the pan and roast until the leaves become crisp. Remove and set aside.

Step 7

Allow all the roasted ingredients to cool completely.

Step 8

Once cooled, add all the roasted ingredients into a blender or food processor.

Step 9

Add jaggery and salt, then grind to a slightly coarse or fine powder, based on preference.

Step 10

Transfer the chutney powder into an airtight container for storage. It can be served with idlis, dosas, rice, or even sprinkled over vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(783.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3559.4

Total Fat 215.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 149.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4994.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 349.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 135.9g	0%
Total Sugars 55.1g
Protein 114.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 723.1mg	0%
Iron 41.1mg	0%
Potassium 6496.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.1%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 36.8%