Name: Andhra-Style Flaxseed & Curry Leaf Powder for Daily Wellness
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 4 tbsp Flax Seeds (also known as alsi); 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 4 Byadgi Chilies (dry, or any other dry red chili with less heat, red); 2 tbsp Lentils (also known as urad dal, black, urad dal split); 2 tbsp Pigeon Peas (also known as split bengal gram, chana dal, split); 2/3 cup Curry Leaves (fresh, washed and patted dry); 1.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)

Andhra-Style Flaxseed & Curry Leaf Powder for Daily Wellness

15 minutes

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About Andhra-Style Flaxseed & Curry Leaf Powder for Daily Wellness

Boost your daily nutrition with this flavorful Andhra-style Flaxseed and Curry Leaf Powder! Packed with the goodness of flaxseeds, the medicinal benefits of curry leaves, and a warming blend of spices, this powder is a delicious and convenient way to incorporate superfoods into your diet. Perfect sprinkled over idli, dosa, upma, or enjoyed with a dollop of ghee on hot rice.

What sets this recipe apart is its versatility and ease of use. Unlike adding flaxseeds directly to your meals, this powder ensures precise daily intake – just two teaspoons provide the nutritional equivalent of one teaspoon of flax seeds. It's a simple yet powerful addition to your routine, especially beneficial for women seeking a convenient nutritional boost.

This recipe is a family favorite, and I hope it becomes one of yours too! The slightly grainy texture adds a delightful textural contrast to your favorite dishes.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep5

Cook10

Total15

Calories10 kcal

Serves

Served AsBreakfast Lunch

Recipe TasteCrunchy Salty Spicy

Ingredients

Spices & Seeds

▢ 4 tbsp Flax Seeds also known as alsi
▢ 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
▢ 4 Byadgi Chilies dry, or any other dry red chili with less heat, red

Legumes

▢ 2 tbsp Lentils also known as urad dal, black, urad dal split
▢ 2 tbsp Pigeon Peas also known as split bengal gram, chana dal, split

Other Ingredients

▢ 2/3 cup Curry Leaves fresh, washed and patted dry
▢ 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste

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Instructions

Preparing the Spices and Seeds

Heat a cast iron pan over medium-high heat.
Add the dry red chilies and cumin seeds. Roast, stirring frequently, until the cumin seeds begin to pop and the chilies are fragrant.
Add the black lentils and split pigeon peas. Continue roasting, stirring frequently, until the lentils are fragrant and lightly browned.
Add the flax seeds and roast for 1-2 minutes, or until they begin to pop.
Add the curry leaves. Reduce heat to low and roast until the leaves are crisp and slightly browned, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Grinding and Storing

Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool completely.
Transfer the cooled mixture to a spice grinder. Add salt and grind until finely ground, but still with a slightly grainy texture. Do not over-grind.
Store the powder in an airtight container at room temperature. Refrigeration is not necessary.

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for the Best Andhra-Style Flaxseed & Curry Leaf Powder

For a smoother powder, use a high-speed blender instead of a spice grinder.
Adjust the amount of chili to your preferred spice level. Start with less and add more to taste.
To ensure even roasting, stir the ingredients frequently throughout the process.
This powder can be stored at room temperature for several months if kept in an airtight container.