Poppy Seeds Powder / Gasalu Podi

Gasalu podi is one of the famous powder in Andhra Pradesh. This is the best combo with rice, ghee and if lemon pickle is added, it doubles the taste. Only a very few people know this recipe. It's pretty easy, healthy & tasty. I learned this from Mother & grand mother. When there is no veggies or im hungry, this quick recipe is my savior.
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Ingredients :

🍚 Poppy seeds - 4 tsp
🍚 Dry coconut - 1 tsp
🍚 Dry red chili - 1
🍚 Garlic - 3 cloves
🍚 Salt
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Preparation. :

🍚 Dry roast poppy seeds in a pan till the aroma comes and light golden brown color appears. ( Don't over roast)
🍚 add red chili, coconut, garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Switch off the flame.
🍚 once it cools down, grind into a fine powder. ( don't add water)
🍚 serve hot with rice & ghee. Lemon pickle.
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Serves: 6 people
Time: 10 min
Inspiration : mother.
Storage : 1 week in an airtight container.
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