Paruppu Podi (also known as Dal Podi or Kandi Podi) is a household staple in Tamil and Telugu
cuisines. “Paruppu” means lentils – and true to name, this podi is primarily made of roasted lentils ground
to a fine powder with spices. It’s essentially protein in a sprinkle form, historically used to enhance meals
with extra nutrition and taste. Aromacy’s Paruppu Podi combines roasted toor dal (split pigeon peas) and
chana dal (Bengal gram) – both rich in plant protein and fiber – to create a base that is hearty and aromatic.
We add a touch of dried red chili for gentle warmth, cumin and black pepper for subtle spice and digestive
aid, salt for taste, and garlic for a delightful savory punch (plus its health benefits for heart and immunity).
The result is a light brown powder that smells enticingly of roasted lentils and garlic. When you mix
Paruppu Podi with hot rice and ghee, it transforms into a quick “dal rice” – incredibly comforting and
delicious. The flavor is savory, lightly salty, with a nutty undertone from lentils and a mild kick from garlicpepper. Nutritionally, it’s a fantastic way to add protein to a meal, especially for vegetarians . In many
homes, paruppu podi rice is given to kids or as an easy meal for busy days, because it’s wholesome and
easy to digest (roasting and powdering lentils actually makes them gentler on the stomach) .
Traditionally, people even carry paruppu podi while traveling – it’s a quick fix for hunger when you have
plain rice or even bread. Aromacy ensures our Paruppu Podi is made in small batches to retain freshness of
the ground ingredients. No artificial flavors; the taste of our podi might even take you back to your
grandma’s kitchen, slow-roasting dals on an iron skillet. It embodies trust (lentils sourced from quality
farms), purity (no fillers – some cheap versions add fried gram to bulk up; we stick to toor and chana as
primary), and convenience (instant flavor and nutrition booster). It’s also quite shelf-stable naturally since
it’s dry and the garlic is thoroughly roasted to reduce moisture. Embrace this humble but mighty podi – it’s
the unsung hero of quick meals and the essence of simple, traditional South Indian nourishment.
