Indian Red Gun Powder (Molaha Podi)

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 2

Spicy Indian Red Gun Powder Recipe

by The Chefin Spice Blend

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 teaspoon vegetable oil
	2 tablespoons channa dal
	2 tablespoons Urad Dal ( white gram beans )
	15 small dry red chile
	1/2 teaspoon asafoetida powder
	2 tablespoons sesame seeds
	1/2 teaspoon salt , to taste
	1 1/2 1 1/2 tablespoons palm sugar or 1 1/2 tablespoons jaggery

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.5g

Indian Red Gun Powder, also known as Molaha Podi, is a popular spice blend in South India that is widely used in many dishes. It is a blend of chilies, pulses, sesame seeds, and palm sugar or jaggery. The spice blend has a deep red color with a potent aroma that is spicy, savory, and nutty. It can be sprinkled on a variety of dishes such as idli, dosa, upma, and rice dishes to add an extra burst of flavor. The usage of this spice blend can make an ordinary dish much more flavorful and can provide an entirely new taste experience. Indian Red Gun Powder is easy to prepare and can be conveniently stored for several weeks.

Instructions

1.	Heat a teaspoon of oil in a pan and roast the channa dal and Urad dal until golden brown.
2.	Add the dry red chili and roast until they darken slightly in color.
3.	Add the asafoetida powder and roast for a minute.
4.	Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
5.	Add salt, sesame seeds and palm sugar or jaggery to the mixture and blend it into a fine powder in a grinder.
6.	Store the gun powder in an air-tight container.

PROS

Indian Red Gun Powder is a flavorful and potent spice blend made with seven different ingredients that can add a rich depth of flavor to several Indian dishes.

It can be stored for a long time, making it a convenient spice for daily use.

CONS

The spicy nature of this blend may not be suitable for individuals with a sensitive palate.

It contains palm sugar or jaggery that may not be suitable for individuals on a low-sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Indian Red Gun Powder is a rich source of antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties that can provide numerous health benefits.
The spice blend is believed to have immunity-boosting properties and can aid in digestion.