Sesame Powder Rice (nuvvula Podi Annam)

Sesame Powder Rice, also known as Nuvvula Podi Annam, is a popular dish from Andhra Cuisine. This flavorful rice dish is made with roasted sesame seeds and spices, giving it a nutty and aromatic flavor.

Sesame Powder Rice (nuvvula Podi Annam)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp chana dal (split chickpeas)
  • 2 tbsp urad dal (split black gram)
  • 4-5 dried red chilies
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pan, dry roast the sesame seeds until they turn golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, heat 1 tbsp of oil and roast the chana dal, urad dal, dried red chilies, and cumin seeds until the dals turn golden brown.
  3. Allow the roasted ingredients to cool, then grind them along with the roasted sesame seeds, asafoetida, and salt to a coarse powder.
  4. Mix the ground sesame powder with the cooked rice until well combined.
  5. Sesame Powder Rice (Nuvvula Podi Annam) is ready to be served.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Pan Grinder or food processor

Tools

Spatula Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Sesame Powder Rice can be served with a side of yogurt, pickle, or papad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier version, increase the quantity of dried red chilies in the sesame powder.

Cost

$5