The signature spice blend is called Podi, a coarse powder mixture of ground spices that contains dry chilies, coriander seeds, black pepper, chanadal, tovar dal, moong dal, urad dal, cumin, fenugreek, garlic, coconut, sesame, cilantro, pudina, curry leaves, tamarind, sesame oil, peanut, roasted chanadal, and asafetida.
Podi is traditionally used as a condiment on Idlis, dosas, and other South Indian dishes. It can be used with dosa, Idly, Uthappam, and white rice. Each kind of Podi contains different spices, allowing for a variety of flavor combinations.
The dosas at this restaurant are special because they are made with a variety of ingredients and spices, including Podi. They are also served with a range of toppings, such as onions, ghee, and sesame oil. The dosas are also described as being slightly thicker than regular dosa and soft and fluffy.
The Medhu Vada dish at this restaurant is a crispy but fluffy deep-fried dumpling made with a mixture of ingredients, including chopped curry leaves, ginger, cumin seed, and black pepper. It is served with Sambar and garnished with ghee.
The Tamarind Rice dish at this restaurant is prepared with tamarind along with a blend of spices, lentils, peanuts, and jaggery cooked in oil and mixed with cooked rice, along with fried curry leaves and turmeric.
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