Murungai keerai podi is a lentil based powder which combines the goodness of moringa leaves, which is a superfood and is mixed with hot rice and ghee to make a complete meal
Spread the moringa leaves on a microwave-safe plate Microwave it for 20 seconds on high. If it is not paper dry, microwave it for further 20 seconds or more as required. Make sure it does not char. You can shade dry it too or dry it on stove top
Dry roast the dals, daniya, fenugreek till the dals turn a little brown. Transfer it to a plate and let it cool
Add sesame seeds to the same pan and roast till the sesame pops out. Transfer it to the plate
Now Add the oil and add the red chilies and roast till it turns crisp. Transfer it to the pate. Let everything cool completely
Now transfer all the contents to the mixer jar. Add asafoetida and salt and run the mixer till the ingredients become a coarse powder.
Now add the dried moringa leaves and powder it well. Store in air-tight container.