Bisi bele bath Podi
Bisi Bele Bath Podi is a fragrant spice blend from Karnataka, specially made to prepare the traditional dish Bisi Bele Bath – a wholesome combination of rice, toor dal (pigeon pea lentils), tamarind, and spices. The word Bisi Bele Bath literally means “hot lentil rice” in Kannada. The podi (powder) is the soul of this dish, giving it its signature flavour.
Equipment
- 1 Mixie
- 1 Pan
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Coriander seeds
- 1 Cup Channa dal
- 3/4 Cup Urad dal
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
- 1 piece Cinnamon
- 4 to 5 no Cloves
- 4 to 5 no Marati moggu
- 20 no Byadigi chilli
- 15 no Guntur chilli
- A bit Asafoetida
- 1/2 Cup Dry coconut optional
Instructions
- Measure all the ingredients and keep them ready.
- Sun-dry the red chilies for a few minutes to remove moisture.
- While roasting the red chilies, add a drop of oil to prevent sneezing.
- Heat a pan and dry roast each spice one by one until golden and aromatic.
- Roast Coriander seeds, Channa dal, Urad dal separately.
- Then roast Cinnamon, Cloves, marati moggu, pepper.
- Allow the roasted ingredients to cool completely.
- Grind everything into a fine powder in a mixie or spice grinder.
- Mix well and transfer the podi to an airtight container.
- Store in a cool, dry place for up to 2–3 months or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Use the podi to prepare authentic Bisi Bele Bath.