spice blend
Poriyal powder
Poriyal Podi
2.5 g1 teaspoon
8 g1 tablespoon
South Indian spice blend; ground blend bulk density about 2.5 g per level teaspoon.
Instead of Poriyal powder
No true substitute; sambar masala only approximates the roasted dal and chilli notes.
Lentil stew spice mixUse 50–70% of the weight; it has similar roasted dal and chilli notes but is more complex and hotter.
Chettinad sambhar powderUse 50–60% of the weight; it is more peppery and aromatic, so taste as you add.
Garam masalaUse about one-third of the weight; it gives warmth but lacks the roasted dal and coconut character.
