Oats Poondu Paruppu podi | Garlic flavored Oats – Lentil Spice Mix

I love oats and spice mixes.Many a times I have combined these two. Today I have added another healthy ingredient – Garlic.So here is a flavorful spice mix with garlic, letils and oats that is awesome with steamed rice. I used: Quick cooking oats – 1/4 cup Toor dhal-1 cup Moong dhal-1/4 cup Pepper corns-1…

Manathakkaali Vartal podi | Blacknightshade Dal Spice Mix

My second post for Srivalli’s Blogging Marathon is a spice mix.If you have been following my blog, you would be aware about my love for simple spice mixes that brighten up a meal.Here is another one joining the band… Manathakkali vatral is a commodity that is rarely being used these days.The leaves and berries of the plant…

Dried Neem Flowers Spice Mix | Vepampoo Podi | Bevina Hoovu Pudi

In my introductory post on Dried Neem Flowers I had promised to some recipes. Here is the first one- a spice mix that is extremely good for health. I used: Dried neem flowers – 2 tablespoons Urad dhal – 1/4 cup Channa dal – 2 tablespoons Roasted Sesame seeds- 2 tablespoons Red chillies- 4 [adjust…