Idli Podi/ Milaha (Mulagai) Podi (Idli Powder)

1 cup chana dal
1 cup Urad dal
1 Tsp cumin seeds
10-12 red chilies
4-5 sprigs curry leaves – washed and dried
4 tsp grated coconut
½ tsp asafetida
1 tsp Salt (to taste) – finely powdered

Heat oil and fry chana dal, urad dal, cumin seeds, red chilies, curry leaves and coconut – add these 10-15 seconds apart. Before turning off heat, add asafetida.
Make a powder of all the above ingredients.

Add a spoonful oil/ghee and eat with dosa or idli.

Alternatively, use cucumber seeds or pumpkin seeds and the same spices.