Ellu Sadam | sesame rice recipe | sesame seed rice | எள்ளு சாதம் | elludarai | ellodarai

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Ellu Sadam | sesame rice recipe | eluodarai | எள்ளு சாதம் | ellodarai | Kannum pongal recipe | Sesame seed rice | til rice | south Indian rice variety is a tasty variety of rice prepared with black sesame seed. Ellu gives an intense flavor to the rice. With some cooked rice, this can be prepared within 10 minutes. Make ahead and enjoy after few hours for the best flavor.

What is Ellu Sadam?

Ellu Sadam is a traditional South Indian sesame rice made with roasted sesame seeds, lentils, red chillies, and spices. It is commonly prepared in temples and during festivals.

Why is Ellu Sadam considered a temple‑style dish?

The recipe uses simple, sattvic ingredients like sesame seeds, urad dal, and mild spices - all commonly used in temple prasadam preparations.

Can I use black sesame seeds instead of white?

Yes. Black sesame seeds give a deeper flavor and darker color, while white sesame seeds offer a milder taste.

What type of rice works best for Ellu Sadam?

Short‑grain rice like ponni, sona masoori, or raw rice works best. The grains should be cooked, fluffy, and separate.

 Is Ellu Sadam healthy?

Yes - sesame seeds are rich in calcium, iron, and healthy fats. The dish is naturally vegan and nutritious.

Can I prepare the sesame spice powder in advance?

Absolutely. The ellu podi can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, making the recipe even quicker.

What can I serve with Ellu Sadam?

It pairs well with:

• Appalam (papad)
• Curd
• Simple vegetable poriyal
• Pickle

 Is Ellu Sadam suitable for fasting or puja days?

Yes - it is traditionally made for Sashti, Navaratri, Aadi month, and other auspicious days.

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Ingredients

Cooked rice - 2 cups

Sesame oil

To grind

Black/White sesame seeds - 2 tbsp

Urad dal - 1 tbsp

Chana dal - 1 tbsp

Cumin seeds - ½ tsp

Pepper - ¼ tsp

Dry red chillies - adjust to taste

Roasted peanuts - 1 tsp

To temper

Sesame oil - 1 + ½ tbsp

Mustard seeds - ½ tsp

Chana dal - 1 tbsp

Urad dal - 1 tbsp

Roasted peanuts - a handful

Cashews - 6

Curry leaves - a few

Asafoetida - a generous pinch

Dry red chillies - 2

Pepper powder - ¼ tsp 

How to make Ellu Sadam with step-by-step pictures

• ️Spread the cooked rice in a wide pan. Add a few drops of sesame oil and gently mix. Let it cool a bit

• ️ Dry roast all the ingredients listed under "To grind" until aromatic. Cool and grind to a coarse powder

• ️Heat sesame oil in a pan

• Add mustard seeds, chana dal, urad dal, peanuts, cashews, red chillies; Fry till golden

• ️Furthermore, add curry leaves, asafoetida, and pepper powder, and mix well
• ️Add this tempering to the rice

• Furthermore, add the sesame powder little by little, mixing gently until it suits your taste
• ️ Add salt and mix well
• ️ Let it rest for a few hours. It tastes even better after resting 

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Ingredients

• Cooked rice – 2 cups
• Sesame oil

To grind

• Black/White sesame seeds – 2 tbsp
• Urad dal – 1 tbsp
• Chana dal – 1 tbsp
• Cumin seeds – ½ tsp
• Pepper – ¼ tsp
• Dry red chillies – adjust to taste
• Roasted peanuts – 1 tsp

To temper

• Sesame oil – 1 + ½ tbsp
• Mustard seeds – ½ tsp
• Chana dal – 1 tbsp
• Urad dal – 1 tbsp
• Roasted peanuts – a handful
• Cashews – 6
• Curry leaves – a few
• Asafoetida – a generous pinch
• Dry red chillies – 2
• Pepper powder – ¼ tsp

Instructions

• Spread the cooked rice in a wide pan. Add a few drops of sesame oil and gently mix. Let it cool a bit
• ️ Dry roast all the ingredients listed under “To grind” until aromatic. Cool and grind to a coarse powder
• ️Heat sesame oil in a pan
• Add mustard seeds, chana dal, urad dal, peanuts, cashews, red chillies; Fry till golden
• ️Furthermore, add curry leaves, asafoetida, and pepper powder, and mix well
• ️Add this tempering to the rice
• Furthermore, add the sesame powder little by little, mixing gently until it suits your taste
• ️ Add salt and mix well
• ️ Let it rest for a few hours. It tastes even better after resting

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