Peanut podi/ Powder is another item, I got introduced to after marriage. In north Karnataka, it is a quick fix or a tasty add-on to any dry subji to be eaten along with chapati. Spread a few drops of oil and sprinkle the peanut podi generously and roll the chapati, you have a healthy and easy to eat snack for travel. We also use it as a bread spread for breakfast. It goes well with Idlies and dosas too. It is a great sugarless alternative to Peanut butter for those like me who don't have a sweet tooth. It is flavorful and nutty in texture.
NUTRITION:
a few peanut a day can lower bad cholesterol(LDL). They are also a good source of anti-oxidants(resveratrol), which are known to reduce risk of heart diseases and cancer. They are also a good source of protein, Vitamin B3 and Manganese. It is also recommended for people with diabetes as it's complex carbohydrates make sugars take long to enter blood.
1 cup of peanuts
1 Tbsp Jeera
2 Tbsp Sesame seeds
1 Tbsp Dry shredded coconut
1 Tbsp Red chilly powder
1 Tsp Turmeric
10 curry leaves
Salt
METHOD:
1. Dry roast peants in a pan on medium flame. Stir continuously to avoid burning. Transfer them to a plate
2. Add sesame seeds. When they splutter well, transfer them to the plate
3. Reduce flame and roast dry coconut lghtly, then add jeera and roast. Transfer them to plate and add curry leaves and let them become crisp, becareful to not burn. They should retain their color.
4. Let them cool. Grind them all together coarsely.
5. Store in a dry container. It can be stored for a few weeks
6. Serve with hot chapatis. My kids enjoy it with Idlies and Dosas too.
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