--- title: "Authentic South Indian Podis & Powders | Homemade by Shanti" description: "Enjoy the authentic taste of homemade South Indian podis. From traditional Gunpowder to Curry Leaf powder, my spice mixes are preservative-free and made in small batches." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shantis.kitchen/south-indian-spice-powders-chutneys/my-signature-podis-powders last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # My Signature Podis & Powders Tribe Verified · Preservative-free recipes from my family kitchen. By [Shanti's Kitchen](https://mytribe.in/shantis.kitchen) · Home delivery in Bengaluru; Ships across India · ₹225 per 200g pack (estimate) Part of [South Indian Spice Powders & Chutneys](https://mytribe.in/shantis.kitchen/south-indian-spice-powders-chutneys). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shantis.kitchen/south-indian-spice-powders-chutneys/gallery) These are the spice powders I grew up eating, made just like my amma taught me. Perfect for mixing with hot rice and ghee or topping off your daily idlis. ## Photos and videos - ![My Pappula Podi, also known as fried gram powder, is a classic South Indian staple. Here you can see its fine, flavourful texture in a bowl, ready to be enjoyed. The resealable packaging keeps it fresh in your pantry.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/710ea8b0-f482-43cd-b2f3-b821a0bbcfe4) - ![A closer look at my Peanut Garlic Podi, with some of the fresh ingredients I use. You can see the whole red chillies and garlic that give this authentic podi its signature robust flavour and beautiful colour.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d48d6751-700c-4cee-a5f1-b065cc5f57e3) - ![My Curry Leaf Podi is both healthy and delicious, presented here in a traditional ceramic jar. I use fresh curry leaves and lentils to create this aromatic, protein-rich powder that has a wonderful, earthy fragrance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a5ef1d8d-ad70-46a1-bf70-07ab639d77eb) - ![This is my Molagai Podi, famously known as 'gunpowder'. It gets its fiery kick from roasted red chillies and lentils. It is the perfect spicy accompaniment for a hot dosa or soft idli, especially when mixed with a little oil or ghee.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c0ad9455-7ab6-417f-b867-d00242d49236) - ![When you need a bit of comfort, my Pepper Rasam Powder is the answer. Just add it to hot water for an instant, warming drink. I make it with pepper, jeera, and other spices that are perfect for soothing a cold or just warming you up on a rainy day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc54f56c-24a6-4553-81f5-a95756fff4eb) ## About My Signature Podis & Powders When you order a pack of my podi, you are getting a coarse, stone-ground texture, not the fine dust often found in factory-packed powders. This specific consistency is what catches the ghee perfectly when you mix it with hot rice, ensuring every bite feels like a proper home-cooked meal rather than a quick, manufactured fix. My approach to these spice mixes is simple. If I wouldn't serve it to my own children, I won't put it in a packet for you. This means I avoid the shortcuts of industrial food production. I use farm-sourced Guntur and Byadgi chillies, premium lentils, and fresh garlic, roasting them in small batches to preserve their natural oils and aroma. ### Why my podis are different: * **Stone-ground texture:** I prefer the traditional coarse grind. It provides a better mouthfeel and allows the spices to bloom when they meet hot ghee or oil. * **Zero preservatives:** You will never find chemical agents or artificial colours here. The shelf life comes from proper roasting and dry-storage, not science labs. * **Authentic recipes:** These are not modified to suit mass-market palates. My Molagai 'gunpowder' has that sharp, fiery kick you expect, while my Curry Leaf powder remains earthy and packed with the goodness of fresh leaves. ### Serving suggestions Whether you are in a rush or enjoying a slow weekend breakfast, these powders are versatile. Mix the Molagai or Pappullu podi with a generous spoon of ghee for rice. If you are having idlis or dosas, use a little sesame oil to turn the powder into a dip. For the Pepper Rasam powder, simply add it to hot water for an instant, soothing drink on a rainy Bengaluru evening. I pack everything in resealable kraft pouches, so the flavours stay locked in from the first serving to the last. ## About Shanti's Kitchen I am Shanti, and my kitchen is my happy place. Every single jar and pouch of podi comes from the recipes passed down by my mother and grandmother. I don't believe in shortcuts or chemicals, so you get only the honest, comforting taste of a South Indian home in every spoonful. 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