Idli Podi (Gunpowder):Roast urad dal, chana dal, dried red chilies, asafoetida, and sesame seeds until golden.Cool and grind with salt.
Curry Leaves Podi:Dry roast curry leaves until crisp. Separately roast urad dal, chana dal, and red chilies. Grind everything together with salt and a pinch of tamarind.
Coconut Podi:Dry roast grated coconut until golden brown.Roast urad dal, red chilies, and asafoetida.Blend all the ingredients with salt.
Flaxseed podi:Roast flaxseeds until they start to pop.Separately roast urad dal, chana dal, dried red chilies, and asafoetida.Grind everything together with salt.
Garlic Pepper Podi: Roast black peppercorns and cumin seeds.Fry garlic in a little oil until golden.Grind roasted ingredients with salt.