At the heart of this exceptional podi rice is SNL's commitment to using only the highest quality, locally-sourced ingredients. The curry leaves are freshly picked and carefully sorted to ensure optimal potency. The split chickpeas, urad dal, chana dal, and other lentils and seeds are sourced from family farms known for growing the plumpest, most flavorful crops.
But what really makes this curry leaves podi so special is the even, expert roasting of the spice mixture. SNL team take immense care in dry roasting ingredients like the lentils, sesame seeds, dried red chilies, and aromatic spices like cumin and coriander. Toasting over precisely controlled heat helps release the essential oils and amplify the flavors.
The toasted spice blend, called the podi, is then combined with the fresh curry leaves, creating an intensely fragrant seasoning to coat the steamed rice. A tempering of mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves gently sautéed in ghee adds an extra layer of toasted nuttiness.
The result is a podi rice that is at once savory and sweet, spicy yet cooling from the curry leaves, and altogether aromatic and unique. Each bite releases wafts of roasted cumin, lentil earthiness, chile heat, and that unmistakable curry leaf essence.
Whether served as a flavorful base for vegetable curries or enjoyed on its own, SNL's Curry Leaves Podi Rice is a true celebration of South Indian spices and culinary traditions. For an authentic taste of regional Indian fare made with premium, freshly roasted ingredients, this podi rice can't be beat. Let the intoxicating aromas transport your senses!