Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 White sesame seeds | 150 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Dried red chili | 4 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Curry leaves | 8 g | Bitter, Pungent · Heating |
 Urad dal | 45 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Inspect the whole spices and remove any stems or foreign matter.
- Toast each spice separately over low heat only until aromatic; do not darken them.
- Cool the spices completely so steam does not collect in the grinder.
- Grind to a fine culinary seasoning powder and sift out coarse husks if desired.
- Store airtight and use only a small pinch to season food.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (South Indian sesame podi tradition)
Sesame Podi is presented as a culinary spice blend, not as a therapeutic dose. Vata: use a light pinch in moist food. Pitta: reduce heating ingredients and favor fennel or coriander. Kapha: use a modest pinch with lighter meals.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Sesame Podi
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (10g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 483 kcal | 51 kcal |
| Protein | 18.2 g | 1.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 30.2 g | 3.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.03 g |
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 3.8 g |
| Calcium | 751.3 mg | 79.6 mg |
| Iron | 12.05 mg | 1.28 mg |
| Magnesium | 307.1 mg | 32.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 528.5 mg | 56.0 mg |
| Potassium | 561 mg | 59 mg |
| Sodium | 931 mg | 99 mg |
| Zinc | 6.22 mg | 0.66 mg |
| Copper | 3.11 mg | 0.33 mg |
| Manganese | 2.07 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Selenium | 26.1 µg | 2.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 2.9 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 5.6 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.34 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin K | 29.3 µg | 3.1 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.62 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.24 mg | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 3.60 mg | 0.38 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.63 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 114.9 µg | 12.2 µg |
| Choline | 18.9 mg | 2.0 mg |
