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Metkut (Traditional legume spice mix)
Metkut is a legendary dry spice mix from Maharashtra. It’s a clever blend of roasted legumes and spices that adds a massive protein and flavor boost to simple rice. In South India, a similar mix is called Podi—it’s the ultimate kitchen staple for quick, tasty meals!
Ingredients
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2 cupschanna dal (Bengal gram)
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¼ cupurad dal (black gram)
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¼ cupmoong dal
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½ cuprice
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¼ cupwheat or wheat flour
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1 tbspsunflower oil
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2 tbspchili powder
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1 tspturmeric
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1 tspblack peppercorns
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½ tbspfenugreek seeds
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½ tbspcumin seeds
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1 tbspcoriander seeds
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1 tbspmustard seeds
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½ tspasafoetida
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Salt to taste
Instructions
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In a dry pan, roast the ingredients one by one to ensure the best flavor. Start with the rice until it’s crisp, followed by the urad, channa, and moong dal. Roast the wheat flour last. Set everything aside to cool.
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Heat a dash of oil in a pan. Sauté the fenugreek seeds, cumin, mustard seeds, and peppercorns with a pinch of salt until fragrant.
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Once everything has cooled, place it in a food processor or high-speed grinder.
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Add the chili powder, turmeric, and asafoetida. Grind the mixture a little at a time until it becomes a very fine, aromatic powder.
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This protein-packed powder tastes incredible stirred into hot, sticky rice with a little bit of oil or vegan butter.
Notes
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About the author
Shreya Ghodawat
2025 ProVeg Youth Board
