Curry leaf powder is made from dried and ground curry leaves, sometimes with the addition of lentils and spices. It's a staple in South Indian cuisine, known as karivepaku podi in Telugu and karuveppilai podi in Tamil.

Curry leaf powder is a condiment made from dried and ground curry leaves, sometimes with the addition of lentils and spices. It's a staple in South Indian cuisine, known as  karivepaku podi in Telugu and karuveppilai podi in Tamil.

Here's a quick rundown:

• Uses: Traditionally mixed with ghee and poured over rice, it can also be used as a condiment for curries, lentil dishes (dal), or served with idli, dosa, and upma.
• DIY or Buy: You can find curry leaf powder pre-made, but some recipes call for making your own at home by dry roasting the leaves and grinding them with spices and lentils.