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Category: Healthy
Watermelon Rind Mor Kootu
Kootu is a lentil and vegetable stew that is quintessential to a south Indian cuisines. The word “kootu” literally means “add” i.e. usually vegetable added with lentils with a coconut masala that makes the dish semi-solid in consistency and a perfect side for rice and dosas. It is a complete meal in itself because of the […]
Watermelon Rind Chutney
Summer is here and with that, time to enjoy some summer fruits. There are many seasonal favorites but Watermelon is definitely at the top of the list. No summer vacation has ever passed without gulping watermelon everyday, be it just eating it plain or watermelon juice. Obviously the most interesting and consumed part of a […]
Thavalai Adai | Adai | Lentil Pancakes
Adai is a healthy, protein rich & nutrient rich tiffin ( breakfast, dinner or snack) made of mixed rice, lentils & spices like red chilli and ginger. Adai is popularly paired with aviyal and is a perfect combo but also is served with jaggery, idli powder and chutney. Adai dosa can be made thick or thin, soft or crisp, all […]
Cabbage Biryani | Instant pot Biryani
Cabbage biryani is an aromatic and unique biryani that is quick and easy to make. The sweetness of the cabbage and the spicy masala compliments well.
Sponge Dosa | Soft Dosa
Who says dosa has to be crispy and crunchy… here is an absolutely soft and fluffy dosa that stays soft and fluffy for good amount of time. This is a perfect lunchbox dosa that does not dry up and stays much softer than it’s cousin. Kids love these fluffy airy dosas for dinner or lunch […]
Tiffin Sambar | Hotel Style Sambar
Tiffin sambar is quintessential side dish that complements many South Indian breakfast/tiffin items like dosa, idli. It is made by mix of veggies and lentils with a special ground masala mix.
Spicy Chickpea Avocado Toast
This avocado toast with spiced chickpeas and California avocado is a super tasty and nourishing meal. It makes for an awesome breakfast or brunch. This is perfect dish for both kids and adults as it can be made mildly spicy for kids liking and little zing for adults by topping the toast off with some red pepper flakes.
Instant pot Vermicelli Pulav| Semiya Pulav
Vermicelli aka Semiya pulav, is a one pot meal that is flavorful made with whole masala, fresh mint and coriander. This Instant pot version is even more easy and quick to make.
Inji Manga Kuzhambu | Ginger Mango in Tamarind gravy
Mango and Ginger kuzhambu is a tangy gravy with the special sambar masala powder. Its a home remedy for cold or stomach issues. Goes well roasted papad or hot rice.