Karam Petti Koora Podi / Curry Masala ~ Tamalapaku

Karam Petti Koora Podi / Curry Masala

Karam Petti Koora Podi is apparently a staple in many Andhra households. As I understand each family has a different variation of this powder. This version of the masala powder is from Jaya's mother-in-law. I got a chance to make it when Jaya (My sister) was at our place. This powder can be used to make curries with Turai (Ridge Gourd/Beerakaya), Tindora(Dondakaya), Snake Gourd (Potlakaya), Bottle Gourd (Sorrakaya/Anapakaya) etc. We loved this masala powder in these curries and it sure will find a place in our pantry too.

Ingredients -

Chana Dal 1 cup
Urad Dal 1 cup
Dhaniya / Coriander Seeds 1 cup
Menthulu / Fenugreek Seeds 1 Tbsp
Avalu 1 Tbsp
Endu Mirchi / Dry Red Chilli 5-6 (or as needed)
Endu Kharam / Mirchi Powder as needed

Method Of Preparation -

Dry roast each of the ingredients except the Mirchi Powder, separately. Grind into a coarse powder upon cooling.

If making in large quantities, don't forget to add a few pinches of salt to preserve the freshness of the powder. Better still if refrigerated.

Add this powder to curries and enjoy!

Preparation Time 15 min
Makes 3 cups

Posted by Harini on Saturday, December 4, 2010

categories: Beans And Dals, Chana Dal (Senaga Pappu), Coriander Seeds(Dhania), Herbs and Spices, Kitchen Basics, Urad Dal (Minapa pappu) |

6 comments

Priya Suresh Says:

December 4, 2010 at 1:31 PM
Very useful and flavourful curry masala..
Soumya Says:

December 4, 2010 at 2:59 PM
very flavorful masala powder...thanks for sharing
Tahemeem Says:

December 4, 2010 at 9:56 PM
Wonderful curry powder :)
Priya Sreeram Says:

December 5, 2010 at 8:46 AM
flavourful n yummy!
Hamaree Rasoi Says:

December 5, 2010 at 9:15 AM
masala looks very favourable and tasty.

`Deepa
Hamaree Rasoi
Unknown Says:

December 6, 2010 at 12:37 PM
That is such a lovely podi. My mom has it handy all the time :)

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