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    Home » Cooking Essentials » Milagu Kuzhambu Podi | South Indian Spice Mix for Kulambu

    Milagu Kuzhambu Podi | South Indian Spice Mix for Kulambu

    Published: Jun 9, 2013 · Modified: Oct 5, 2020 by Srivalli · 15 Comments

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    We are starting the second week of BM # 29th Edition. I am planning to make Indian Spice Mixes that aid and enhance the dishes. These Spice blends are versatile and can be used in many dishes. For the first day I decided to make this spice blend with Whole pepper. The famous Kuzhamus of Tamil Nadu can be so easily prepared by using this spice blend.
    I rarely buy masala powders. Other than Pav Bhaji Masala and Chana Masala, I mostly make other things at home. I even prepare Channa Masala at times. I am planning to make Pav Bhaji sometime. For the next three days, enjoy the spice blends and use it for making different dishes.

    This recipe was from my paper collection that I had filed. I have always been planning to try those recipes, finally getting around making it.

    Melagu Kozhmbu Powder

    Whole Black pepper - 4 tsp
    Dry Red chilies - 10 - 12
    Coriander seeds - 2 tsp
    Asafetida a pinch
    Curry leaves few
    Salt to taste
    Oil - 1 tsp

    Fry all ingredients and grind like a powder, and keep it in a air tight container.

    I made the Milugu Kulambu with this.

    Notes

    This can be used to prepare Melagu kozhumbu or Melagu kuttu and Melagu rasam.

    Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing BM# 29

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    1. Priya Suresh says

      June 09, 2013 at 6:44 pm

      We grind this kuzhambu podi in bulk, i cant imagine my pantry without this spice powder.

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    2. vaishali sabnani says

      June 10, 2013 at 1:40 am

      book marked..We dont make any specific spices mix so will learn from you guys.

      Reply
    3. Chef Mireille says

      June 10, 2013 at 2:56 am

      havent made kolambu yet but this spice powder seems so fragrant - want to make it now after seeing this spice blend

      Reply
    4. Sapana Behl says

      June 10, 2013 at 4:28 am

      Very new to me ! It. Must enhance flavors of any curry..

      Reply
    5. Padmajha PJ says

      June 10, 2013 at 11:39 am

      Very true Srivalli, can never imagine my pantry without home made podis. For Milagu kuzhambu I make a small batch of fresh podi. Never made it in bulk.

      Reply
    6. Suma Gandlur says

      June 10, 2013 at 2:05 pm

      Homemade podis are the best. I am guessing this is a flavorful powder.

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    7. rekhas kitchen says

      June 10, 2013 at 3:41 pm

      Even I don't like to make this spice powder in bulk specialy this milagu podi they lose their aroma and flavor thats my view. nice and aromatic podi Valli.

      Reply
    8. Hema says

      June 10, 2013 at 3:54 pm

      I make this in bulk.. It will last me 4 to 6 months, depending on the guests.. A fresh ground masala is very fragrant.. I add a little bit of rice powder (my mom's advice.. this way we can add less spice and get a thick consistency

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    9. krishna says

      June 10, 2013 at 6:49 pm

      hmm!!! lovely spice

      http://from-a-girls-mind.blogspot.com/

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    10. Usha says

      June 10, 2013 at 8:38 pm

      I don't make spice powders at home. Will bookmark some of the recipes.

      Reply
    11. Archana Potdar says

      June 11, 2013 at 12:46 pm

      This is new to me.I am going to make this I am sur the girls will love it,

      Reply
    12. Jayashree says

      June 12, 2013 at 2:49 pm

      A must have in any South Indian kitchen.

      Reply
    13. Pavani N says

      June 13, 2013 at 2:02 am

      Flavorful spice powder..

      Reply
    14. Nisha Sundar says

      June 13, 2013 at 12:37 pm

      I am a great fan of pepper. It such a wonderful spice. We always make this when required. Never thought of having this in store. Good idea!

      Reply
    15. Harini-Jaya R says

      June 13, 2013 at 6:40 pm

      The freshness and aroma of home made masala podis is undeniable! They make home cooked meals all the more special!!

      Reply

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