MOLAGA PODI ( Special Chilli Powder for Idli and Dosa)

 Hi all, this recipe comes from my mom's kitchen. Many people think the side for Idli and Dosa are Sambhar or chutney but what many are not aware of is that South Indians use another side which is a must-have in every household and that's a special chilli powder which is made as a side for Idli and Dosa. The surprising thing is that kids who don't eat spice love this powder even though as the name suggests, it's literally Chilli Powder. Anyway, here it goes

MOLAGA PODI ( Spl Chilli Powder)

INGREDIENTS

Dry Red Chillies: 12-14 

Chana Dal: 1 cup

Urad Dal: 1 cup

Hing/Asafoetida/Perungayam: 1/2 Tsp

Mustard seeds: 1 Tsp

White Sesame Seeds: 1 Tbsp

Salt as required

Oil: 1/2 Tsp

MAKING

TIPS/VARIATIONS

You could grind the powder, fine as well. I like the bite when coarse

Some use black urad instead of white Urad Dal

You could add more or less chillies depending on the spice level you prefer.

You could make it in bulk and store it in an airtight container.