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Homemade Protein Powder (Indian Gunpowder)

This homemade savoury protein powder also known as indian gunpowder features a blend of lentils and spices that can be added to almost anything!
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: high protein, indian recipes, lentils
Servings: 15 tbsp

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup red lentils
  • 1/2 cup yellow mung beans
  • 1/4 cup chana dal
  • 1/4 cup roasted gram dal
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tsp black peppercorns
  • 8 dried red chilies
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander or 1 tsp coriander seeds
  • pinch hing
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Heat a pan on medium heat. Dry roast red lentils, mung beans, chana dal and roasted gram dal seperate until they change colour slightly - they will also be aromatic. Remove and let cool.
  • To the pan, add oil, cumin seeds, black peppercorns and dried chilies and lightly toast. Add curry leaves, coriander powder and hing and continue to saute lightly.
  • Cool everything completely. Grind the mixture in Step 2 until you get a fine powder.
  • Combine all roasted lentils into the blender or spice grinder. Pulse until you get a coarse, sand-like texture. Don’t over-blend - it should be slightly gritty, not smooth.