Maligai Saman List

(நல்லெண்ணெய்) – 1 Liter essential for authentic vatha kuzhambu, idli podi, and tempering.

(சூரியகாந்தி எண்ணெய்) – 3 Liters for general frying and everyday cooking. maligai saman list

Ready-made Spice Powders (மசாலா பொடிகள்) Tamil Name English Name Standard Monthly Qty (Family

Lentils supply the primary source of plant-based protein in a vegetarian diet. Tamil Name English Name Standard Monthly Qty (Family of 4) Primary Kitchen Use 1.5 kg to 2 kg Sambar and Paruppu Rasam உளுத்தம் பருப்பு Urad Dal (Whole/Split) Idli Batter and Tadka Tempering பாசி பருப்பு Kootu, Payasam, and Ven Pongal கடலை பருப்பு Chana Dal / Bengal Gram Chutneys, Vada, and Crunchy Tadka கொண்டைக்கடலை Chickpeas (White/Brown) High-protein Sundal and Gravies maligai saman list

South Indian food relies heavily on its unique, therapeutic spice profile.

A kitchen without spices is like a song without melody. These are usually purchased in smaller quantities to retain freshness.

Pulses and Lentils (பருப்பு வகைகள்)