veppila chammanthi podi

eppia Chammanthi Podi is a traditional Kerala dry chutney powder made mainly from dried neem flowers (veppia), roasted coconut, red chillies, shallots, and aromatic spices. It has a unique mildly bitter, spicy, and nutty flavour that is both tasty and medicinal. This podi is usually mixed with hot rice and coconut oil or ghee and served as a healthy side dish. Veppia Chammanthi Podi is especially prepared during Vishu and is valued for its digestive and detoxifying benefits.