8+ Dry Chutney Powder Recipes (Chutney Pudi)

These 8+ South Indian healthy Dry Chutney Powder/Pudi recipes are not only easy to make but are also filled with protein, fiber, as well as other essential vitamins and minerals. These are so good, that they can be eaten as side dishes with steamed rice, chapati, paratha, or even packed for a picnic or vacation.

These 5 Healthy Dry Chutney Powder are not only easy to make but they are also filled with protein ,fiber as well as other essential vitamins and minerals

I grew up in a Karnataka home where the dining table was set with a variety of dry chutney powders, chutneys, and pickles. Our family's favorite one is peanut chutney powder. Also, check my 15+ Indian Chutney Recipes from my blog.

Hopefully, you will find these dry chutney powder recipes helpful. I always keep a few on hand, as my family enjoys them. These recipes come in handy when you want an accompaniment immediately, and you are running out of time and ideas.

What is Chutney Powder?

Dry Chutney Powder, also known as Chutney Pudi, or Podi's, is the quintessential condiment in a South Indian kitchen. These chutneys make a great accompaniment to any meal, adding a unique taste and aroma.

In most traditional meals, there is always a spoon or two of this spicy chutney pudi along with pickle and indian salads. It tastes great when mixed with homemade ghee, oil, or homemade curd.

How to Use Dry Chutney Powder?

Sprinkle the chutney pudi over idli, bread toast, smear on dosa, chapati, or over instant pot steamed sona masoori rice. You can also use it to thicken your curries and gravies.

Spread chapati or plain paratha with a little dry chutney pudi and a bit of ghee or butter, and roll it to give to your child as a snack or in the school lunch box.

8+ South Indian Style Dry Chutney Powder Recipes

Peanut Chutney Powder (shenga chutney pudi) served in a white bowl with raw peanuts and curry leaves on the side

Peanut Chutney Powder Recipe (Shenga Chutney Pudi)

Peanut chutney powder also known as shenga chutney pudi is actually a North Karnataka dish prepared using peanuts, red chili powder, curry leaves, garlic, tamarind, jaggery and salt.

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Pumpkin Seeds Chutney Powder

Pumpkin Seeds Chutney Powder recipe is a delicious and nutritious condiment made with raw pumpkin seeds, red chili powder, garlic, curry leaves, tamarind, jaggery and salt.

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Dry Coconut Chutney Powder

Dry Coconut Chutney Powder is a flavorful breakfast side dish prepared using dry coconut, fried gram, red chili powder, curry leaves, garlic, tamarind, jaggery and salt.

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Chana Dal Chutney Powder (Bele Chutney Pudi)

Kadle Bele Chutney Pudi/Podi is one of the most popular and traditional Karnataka style powder recipe made with chana dal, urad dal, dry coconut, curry leaves, red chili, tamarind, salt, and asafoetida.

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Curry leaves chutney powder in a white bowl with curry leaves stalks on the side for garnish.

Curry Leaves Chutney Powder (Karibevu Chutney Pudi)

Curry Leaves Chutney Powder is a healthy condiment or accompaniment that is generally served with South Indian breakfast dishes like Idli, Dosa, or even hot steamed rice.

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Mixed Seeds Chutney Powder

This South Indian-style mixed seeds chutney powder (podi) is a healthy and flavorful blend made with sesame, sunflower, pumpkin, and flax seeds. Enjoy it the traditional way with rice and ghee, or sprinkle it over dosa, idli, or roti for a nutritious and delicious touch.

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Hurigadale Chutney Pudi (Roasted Channa Dal Chutney Powder)

Hurigadale chutney pudi is very quick and easy breakfast side dish, Chutney powders are the basic must to have items in south indian kitchen.

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flax seeds chutney powder served in a bowl

Flax Seeds Chutney Powder | Agase Chutney Pudi

Flax Seeds Chutney Powder also known as Agase Chutney Pudi is a super healthy and delicious North Karnataka Style chutney powder prepared using flax seeds, red chili powder, curry leaves, garlic, tamarind, jaggery and salt.

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idli podi served in a bowl with ghee and podi idli on the side

Gun Powder For Idli/Dosa |Idli Milagai Podi

Idli Milagai Podi is an easy to make accompaniment which goes very well with Idlies, dosas or hot rice with ghee.

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Storage Suggestions

Chutney powder easily lasts for 15-20 days when stored at room temperature in an airtight container. If you are making in large quantities, you can refrigerate up to 2 months in a ziplock, remove small portions, and use them accordingly.