firstly, in a large tawa dry roast 2 tbsp sesame on low flame.
transfer to the blender and keep aside.
in the same tawa heat 1 tsp oil and add ¼ cup urad dal, ¼ cup chana dal.
further, add 6 dried red chilli and few curry leaves. roast on low flame.
now add 2 tbsp dry coconut and roast until the coconut turns golden.
cool the mixture completely, and transfer to the mixi.
also, add in small ball sized tamarind, ¼ tsp turmeric, pinch hing and 1 tsp salt.
blend to coarse powder without adding any water.
dosa podi is ready to store in an airtight container or use to prepare dosa.
to prepare the dosa, pour a ladleful of dosa batter.
cover and cook for 1 minute or until the dosa is partially cooked.
once the dosa is partially cooked, sprinkle prepared podi.
spread 1-2 tsp of ghee uniformly on the dosa.
cover and simmer for 30 seconds or until the dosa are cooked completely.
finally, enjoy podi dosa with chutney and sambar.