Pongal /Khichdi
(SALT) PONGAL (South Indian Style Khichdi)Ingredients:Rice - 1 cupSplit green gram - 1/2 cupBlack peppercorns - 1 tspCumin seeds - 1 tspCashews - a fe...
12-09-2019 21:38
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Thandu Keerai and Koottu
A lot of us cook Foxtail Amaranth/Thandu Keerai in many ways.Here\'s an interesting tidbit about the greens from my mom. She grew up in a village near...
01-07-2019 21:41
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Morkeerai
There are many ways of cooking greens, especially in the Indian cuisine. Two methods that are my favourite from Mom\'s kitchen are - Masicha Keerai or...
21-06-2019 21:38
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Sooji Halwa (using Jaggery)
As we look to move away more and more from refined foods, it\'s high time to go back to roots and use what our ancestors did. White sugar for one is n...
20-06-2019 21:41
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Mango Kadhi
Come summer and we start experimenting with mangoes in every way we can. From Aamras to pickles, to raitas, to desserts, innumerable possibilities.Usi...
10-06-2019 21:43
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Carrot Bhaat
A very simple, healthy and wholesome dessert that you can whip up quickly.CARROT BHAATIngredients:1 cup grated carrots1/2 cup well-cooked rice3 cups f...
07-06-2019 21:42
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Sweet Pongal
SWEET PONGALIngredients:Rice - 1 cupSplit Green gram - 1/4 cupMilk - 1 cupJaggery or sugar - 1 1/2 cup (Jaggery best)Cashews and raisins - a fewCardam...
07-06-2019 21:42
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Kathirikkai Rasa Vangi
Now this is quite an interesting dish..The main dish is done Sambhaar style (baby eggplants dropped in whole with just a quarterway slit), left to set...
03-01-2019 21:38
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Whole Wheat Banana Eggless Cake
Baked something after a really long time and was super happy with the soft cake that came out. Plus, I used Jaggery in this instead of sugar. Totally ...
31-12-2018 21:42
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Karunai Kizhangu Masiyal
We call this Karunai Kizhangu (tuber) or Pidi Karunai. Karunai Kizhangu Masiyal (or literally, Yam Mash) is the most common and one of our favourite r...
31-12-2018 21:42
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Gajar Strawberry halwa
Here we go...Gajar-Strawberry Halwa 🥕ðŸ“ðŸ˜Perfect for a winter evening and pressure-cooked.GAJAR STRAWBERRY HALWAIngredients:2 cups grated carro...
16-12-2018 21:39
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Diwali Legiyam
So for us, Diwali is on Narak Chaturdashi (tomorrow) , typically on Choti Diwali. This is practised in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Goa, as ...
05-11-2018 21:43
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Puyliyogare mix
Puli kaaychal meaning tamarind cooked to a paste is a popular condiment made in most South Indian households. Puliyogare rice is a very popular prepar...
30-09-2018 21:39
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Jain Palak Paneer
Palak Paneer is a world-favourite recipe. Who can resist the sight, aroma and flavour of this delicious curry dish with soft and succulent paneer chun...
30-09-2018 21:39
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Steamed Spinach Rolls
Looking for a NO-OIL, NO-FRY healthy, cheesy snack" Try this..STEAMED SPINACH ROLLSIngredients:Large-sized Spinach leaves - 10-12Potatoes, medium - 2-...
17-09-2018 21:37
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Learning the ropes
   For the love of cooking..and baking.. For many a home chef, baking that perfect cake is a dream come true. Some come out well, some fall flat ...
15-09-2018 21:39
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Berry Vanilla Gateau | Academy of Pastry Arts
Contd from .. Here\'s the recipe for the dessert that was demo-ed by Chef Kimberly at the Academy of Pastry Arts. (Recipe credit : the Academy)BERRY V...
15-09-2018 21:39
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Pidi Kozhukattai
Ganesh Chaturthi, Sankatahara/Sankeshti Chaturthi Special - Pidi Kozhukattai (modak) , a version of modak famous in most parts esp during Ganesh Chatu...
14-09-2018 21:36
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Foxtail Millet/Thinai Appam
Kaiththala NiRaikani Appamodu Avalpori...lines from a famous Thirupugazh song. Appam are among Lord Ganesha\'s favourite along with Modaks...Here\'s a...
30-08-2018 21:43
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Dill Palak Vada
Dal vada is a popular snack down south. Many variations exist, in terms of lentils used, as also vegetables. This one uses Dill leaves or Soya leaves ...
26-08-2018 21:37
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Your Kitchen Robot
Is this an appliance" A machine" A gadget" Nope, Thermomix is a Kitchen Robot! A one stop assistant that\'s all you\'ll need..The concept is simple - ...
13-08-2018 21:39
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Pineapple Halwa
PINEAPPLE HALWAIngredients:½ cup Rava/Sooji½ cup Ghee / clarified butter1 cup Sugar½ cup Pineapple, chopped1 ½ cups Water10 Cashewnuts, sliced¼ tsp ca...
04-07-2018 21:38
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Pudina Pulao
    Weekend lunches are extra special, to be enjoyed with the family. But if you don\'t want to spend half the morning cooking and still whip u...
23-06-2018 21:40
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Carrot - Cabbage Chutney
In a quest to look for non-raw food, working with chutneys and raitas is one of the biggest challenges. In that search, I came across this recipe at ...
21-06-2018 21:42
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Moong Dal Idli
Idli is one of the traditional Indian breakfasts that is guaranteed to give you that instant energy boost, thanks to its carbs content. While we have ...
21-06-2018 21:42
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Badam Burfi
Desserts or even simple sweets are even more special when we make them at home. In the beginning some can appear bit overwhelming, but once we try it ...
03-06-2018 21:39
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Pointed Gourd Kuzhambu
     There are several varieties of stews in our country, closest relative in Tamil Nadu being Kuzhambu. Sambaar, Vettral Kuzhambu, Ara puli,...
08-05-2018 21:41
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Food knows no Boundaries - Sindh Kitchen
 Some places don\'t find you, you have to discover them. A treasure tucked away on the 4th floor of Bloom Boutique hotel in Malleswaram, just a stone...
27-04-2018 21:39
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Chavadi - The getaway Verandah!
      I had heard quite a bit about Chavadi from my friends and finally got to visit it recently. The location is off Bannerghatta Road, it...
16-03-2018 21:42
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Kara Adai
     Our culture is as deep rooted and connected with God and festivals as with food. This rich heritage is a must treasure.    Kara...
14-03-2018 21:43
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Stuffed Atta Pancake
Weekday nights are the most challenging of all. What to make that will be jhatpat and healthy too" Something different than the regular fare yet not r...
09-03-2018 21:49
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Bisi Bele Baath
A classic example of a one-pot meal in South Indian cuisine is Bisi Bele Baath. I call it a mash between a khichdi and sambar rice! There are many rec...
18-12-2017 21:52
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1131 - Angel Number for good food!
Some places leave you word-strapped, either way. 1131 left me word strapped for all the right reasons though. Let\'s begin with the place - 1131 or E...
11-12-2017 21:34
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