CHUTNEY PODI - KIDS FRIENDLY

      "Podi" means powder.This Chutney podi in simple words is "Powdered lentils" with Red chillies and Curry leaves.It is a seasoning full of nutrients.
       BUT!!! The recipe I am going to share does not contain Red Chillies at all and is definitely a great option for keeds.It tastes tangy and sweet because of Tamarind and Coconut in it.
This is used as seasoning for Idli,Dosa.Also goes perfect with Rice,Chapati,Uppit/Upma.Pohe,Oats and anthing you like.

INGREDIENTS:

1. Chana Dal or Chickpea Split - 1/2 Cup
2. Urad Dal or Black Gram Split(skinless) - 1/2 Cup
3. Dry Coconut - 1/2 Cup
4. Curry Leaves - 1/2 Cup
5. Tamarind - 1Tsp
6. Salt to Taste
7. Sugar - 1 Tsp (Optional)
8. Oil - 2 Tsp (1 Tsp each Dal)

STEPS:

• With a little oil dry roast Both the Dals,Curry leaves,Coconut Powder and Tamarind.
• Roasting Coconut - No need to add oil as Coconut has oil in it.Only think to take care about is,do not over heat the pan you are roasting.Try to keep it below medium flame or else Coconut can over rost resulting in bitter taste.
• Roasting Tamarind - When all the ingredients are roasted and transfered to differnt container,Just put the flame off the pan and add tamarind.Just keep flipping for a minute or two.The heat remaining in pan is enough to raost it.
• Once the mixture cools down,add Salt and Sugar.
•  Grind everything well until you get the texture you want for Chutney.
• You can grind it to smooth Powder or you can have it Coarse.
• With little Ghee or Oil, it makes a very tasty and refreshing Seasoning.
• Can also be used dry.
  

TIPS:

• You can always add Dry Red Chillies if you like.I have not added it because this Podi is mainly for Kids.
• Mix with Cream Cheese and make delicious and healthy Cream Cheese Sandwich.