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Sweet paniyaram – Sweet paniyaram or sweet appam is a commonly made South Indian breakfast or snack item. It is very popular among kids and can be made with wheat flour, rice flour or soaking and grinding rice and urad dal. Here I have shown you how to make an instant version of sweet paniyaram […]
Soya keema | Meal maker keema – This is the vegetarian version of the famous mutton keema made with minced soya chunks/meal maker, onion, tomatoes, ginger garlic paste and mutton masala. This soya keema is low in calories, rich in protein and can be served with roti/chapati, pooris and even as a filling for sandwiches. […]
Ginger chai | Ginger tea is a delicious and refreshing cup of tea made with ginger, cardamom, milk and tea powder. It is very easy to make and pairs well with all kinds of snacks. Ginger tea is very popular in India and almost all homes make some kind of chai / tea on regular […]
Kadappa recipe – Kadappa commonly known as Kumbakonam kadappa is a side dish made for idli and dosa in Tanjore and Kumbakonam areas. This is a healthy lentil based curry made with moong dal, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, spices and coconut paste. This goes exceptionally well with idli, dosa, set dosa, paniyaram and even with poori […]
Karamani kuzhambu | Thatta payaru kuzhambu – Karamani is also known as Thatta Payaru in Tamil and cowpea or black eyed pea in English. There are two types of karamani – red and white. You can use either one in this recipe This delicious and slightly tangy curry is made with karamani, onions, tomatoes, tamarind […]
Chole masala | Chana curry Chole masala | Chana curry is a delicious curry made with boiled chickpeas / white chana, onions, tomatoes and spices. This is a quick lunchbox recipe made without coconut or coconut milk and can be paired with rotis, poori, ghee rice, jeera rice, pulao and even toasted bread. This quick […]
Peas pulao – This is a mild one pot peas pulao recipe for kids lunchbox or toddlers without heavy masalas or chillies and can be made in under 20 minutes. It can be served with a raita, papad, gravy or any starters. If you like one pot recipes, please try our Mushroom Biryani Recipe (One […]
Potato kuruma – Easy potato kuruma for idli, dosa, paniyaram and appam. Potato kuruma/Urulai kizhangu kuruma is a South Indian kuzhambu recipe usually made along with idli and dosa for breakfast and dinner. But it also goes well with paniyaram, appam and idiyappam. This is a simple coconut based kuruma made with potatoes, onions, tomatoes, […]
Kollu paruppu kadayal | Horse gram curry – Kollu paruppu kadayal is a traditional recipe commonly followed in Tamil Nadu especially Kongunad region. Horse gram / kollu paruppu is helpful in weight reduction and extremely popular among weight watchers. But it has a tendency to increase body heat and hence has to be paired with […]
Baingan fry | Eggplant stir fry – Quick and easy eggplant stir-fry made with Indian spices. This vegan gluten free fry can be had as a side dish with steamed rice, dal and curd. It can also goes well with lemon rice and coconut rice. I have made this fry with baingan / eggplant. But […]