Chutney podi |Andhra style putnala podi|Roasted gram spiced powder

Andhra is famous for its chutney's and podi's.What is a podi?Podi is a ground mixture(powder) of lentils and spices.It is usually referred to as gunpowder.It can be a mixture of 2 to 3 lentils/Dal's or simply coconut or peanut.Hence the podi's are named appropriately after that.If you have ever visited a typical south Indian restaurant for lunch then you may have seen an array of pickles and podis adorning the table along with ghee.India is a country of diverse culture and food.food changes for every few kilo meters as you travel.If you travel southern India every house has a unique podi recipe. 

Andhra style chicken 65|How to make Andhra style chicken 65 from scratch

Fried chicken is famous all over the world .but Indian fried chicken or chicken 65 ,especially andhra style fried chicken is a bit spicier with all the masala and spices that goes into the making.While dining at a restaurant the first thing in starters on a menu card is chicken 65. This kind of fried chicken is so popular in Andhra and can be seen even at the road side eateries.And not to mention the que that gathers to gulp it piping hot .My mom makes the best chicken 65 and my kids always crave for Nani's(grandmother) chicken.