ANDHRA KARA PULUSU POWDER

Pulusu is a stew that is made often in Andhra homes. This pulusu can be prepared instantly if you keep this Kara pulusu powder handy.

INGREDIENTS

Coriander seeds                    - 250 gms

Red chllies                              - 250 gms

Channa dal                             - 1/2 cup

Cumin seeds                          - 100 gms

Pepper corns                          - 50 gms

Methi seed / fenugreek        - 50 gms

Turmeric powder                   - 2 tsps

Asafetida                                - ¼ tsp

Oil                                           - 1 tsp(optional)

METHOD

Heat a pan and dry roast all the above ingredients separately, in a medium to low flame and allow it to cool completely.

Powder all the above cooled ingredients to a fine powder adding turmeric powder and asafetida.

Store it in a airtight container.

Spice level can be decreased or increased according to your taste.

This powder can be instantly  used while you make pulusu, can also be added while you make other dry curries.