Rava Pongal | Sooji Pongal

Rava Pongal | Sooji Pongal

Rava Pongal | Sooji Pongal


Rava Pongal | Sooji Pongal


Rava Pongal is a delicious and popular South Indian breakfast dish that is made with semolina, moong dal, and spices. It is a variation of the traditional Pongal dish, which is made with rice and

Peerkangai Kadayal

Peerkangai Kadayal

 Peerkangai Kadayal 

Peerkangai Kadayal


A delicious healthy and traditional Tamil Nadu style side dish made with Peerkangai (Ridge gourd) , shallots and mildly spiced with

Parangikai Puli Kuzhambu | Yellow Pumpkin Kulambu

Parangikai Puli Kuzhambu | Yellow Pumpkin Kulambu

 Parangikai Puli Kuzhambu | Yellow Pumpkin Kulambu 


Parangikai Puli Kuzhambu


Parangikai puli Kuzhambu is a delectable traditional Tamil Nadu style Kuzhambu variety made with yellow pumpkin, tamarind extract and  masala powders.

Kovakkai Karuppu Kondaikadalai Kootu | Kovakkai Kootu

Kovakkai Karuppu Kondaikadalai Kootu | Kovakkai Kootu

Kovakkai Karuppu Kondaikadalai Kootu | Kovakkai Kootu 

Kovakkai Karuppu Kondaikadalai Kootu


This Kovakkai Karuppu Kondaikadalai Kootu is an delicious , healthy , traditional Tamil Nadu style Kootu variety made with Kovakkai (known as Ivy gourd in English ) ,

Ragi Malt | Ragi Porridge

Ragi Malt | Ragi Porridge

Ragi Malt | Ragi Porridge 


Ragi Malt | Ragi Porridge


Ragi Malt is a delicious healthy traditional drink made with ragi flour or finger millet , milk and jaggery.This drink, also known as Ragi

Peanut Chaat | Peanut Salad

Peanut Chaat | Peanut Salad

 Peanut Chaat  | Peanut Salad 


Peanut Chaat | Peanut Salad

This peanut Chaat recipe is a yummy, nutritious and easy to make chaat or salad variety made with boiled peanuts, veggies and spice powders.

Sorakkai Soup | Bottlegourd Soup

Sorakkai Soup | Bottlegourd Soup

 Sorakkai Soup | Bottlegourd Soup


Bottlegourd Soup | Sorakkai soup

This sorakkai soup or Bottlegourd soup is acomforting healthy and delicious soup variety made with Bottlegourd known as Sorakkai in Tamil. This is a zero

Mullangi Carrot Puttu | Radish Carrot Puttu

Mullangi Carrot Puttu | Radish Carrot Puttu

 Mullangi Carrot Puttu | Radish Carrot Puttu

Mullangi Carrot Puttu | Radish Carrot Puttu



Mullangi Carrot puttu is a delectable mildly spiced Tamil Nadu style Poriyal variety(we call it puttu) made with radish (Mullangi in Tamil) and carrots spiced with

Vetrilai Thuvaiyal | Betel Leaves Chutney

Vetrilai Thuvaiyal | Betel Leaves Chutney

 Vetrilai Thuvaiyal | Betel Leaves Chutney 

Vetrilai Thuvaiyal | Betel leaves Chu

Vetrilai Thuvaiyal or betel leaves chutney is a delectable traditional and healthy South Indian style thuvaiyal variety made with betel leaves (vetrilai in Tamil) , shallots garlic, red chillies, dals and salt .

Sabudana Mixture | Sabudana Chivda

Sabudana Mixture | Sabudana Chivda

 Sabudana Mixture | Sabudana Chivda 

Sabudana Mixture | Sabudana Chivda


Sabudana mixture, also known as sabudana chivda, is a popular snack in India made from sabudana, which is also known as tapioca pearls or sago.

Urad Dal Laddu | Ulundu Ladoo

Urad Dal Laddu | Ulundu Ladoo

Urad Dal Laddu | Ulundu Ladoo

Urad dal Laddu | Ulundu Ladoo

Urad dal Laddu or Ulundu ladoo is a traditional delicious Ladoo variety made with just three ingredients ie urad dal, sugar and ghee. It is a very simple recipe and apt for beginners to try for this festive occasion.The main tip

Moong Dal Gravy | Pachai Payaru Curry | Green Gram Dal Gravy

Moong Dal Gravy | Pachai Payaru Curry | Green Gram Dal Gravy

Moong Dal Gravy | Pachai Payaru Curry | Green Gram Dal Gravy 


Moong dal gravy / Pachai Payiru curry


Moong dal gravy is a popular dish in Indian cuisine that is made from moong dal, which is a type of lentil. Moong dal is highly nutritious and is a good source of protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients

Black Channa Sundal | Kondaikadalai Sundal

Black Channa Sundal | Kondaikadalai Sundal

Black Channa Sundal | Kondaikadalai Sundal


Black Channa Sundal | Kondaikadalai Sundal

Black channa sundal or Karuppu Kondaikadalai Sundal is a popular traditional Sundal variety in South India made from black chickpeas, also known as black channa or

Beetroot Chops

Beetroot Chops

Beetroot Chops 


Beetroot chops


Beetroot chops is a delicious restaurant style gravy variety made with beetroot and ground

Erissery | Pumpkin Erissery | Mathanga vanpayar Erissery

Erissery | Pumpkin Erissery | Mathanga vanpayar Erissery

 Erissery | Pumpkin Erissery | Mathanga Vanpayar Erissery 

Erissery | Pumpkin Erissery


Erissery is a delicious mildly spiced traditional Kerala style curry variety which is a must have during Onam sadya or Vishu. This Erissery is typically made with yellow pumpkin

Verkadalai Kozhukattai | Peanut Modak

Verkadalai Kozhukattai | Peanut Modak

Verkadalai Kozhukattai | Peanut Modak


Verkadalai kozhukattai/Peanut Modak

Verkadalai kozhukattai or Peanut modak is a very healthy, tasty and easy to make kozhukattai variety.The stuffing or pooranam is made

Ulundu Kara Kozhukattai | Urud dal Modak

Ulundu Kara Kozhukattai | Urud dal Modak

 Ulundu Kara Kozhukattai | Urud dal Modak

Ulundu Kara kozhukattai


Ulundu kara kozhukattai is yet another delicious traditional savoury South Indian kozhukattai variety made with urad dal and

Aval Kesari | Poha Kesari | Flattened Rice Kesari

Aval Kesari | Poha Kesari | Flattened Rice Kesari

 Aval Kesari | Poha Kesari | Flattened Rice Kesari Recipe


Aval Kesari


Aval Kesari is a traditional Indian dessert that is enjoyed during festive occasions and celebrations. The dish is made with flattened rice(called Aval in Tamil),sugar,ghee and flavored with saffron,

Kesar Peda | Instant Kesar Peda with khoya and condensed milk

Kesar Peda | Instant Kesar Peda with khoya and condensed milk

Kesar Peda | Instant Kesar Peda With Khoya And Condensed Milk



Kesar Peda

Kesar Peda is a delicious traditional Indian sweet or mithai variety. It is made by combining khoya or mawa with

Dhaniya Panjiri

Dhaniya Panjiri

Dhaniya Panjiri

Dhaniya Panjiri


Dhaniya Panjiri also known as Panjeeri is delicious traditional and very popular North Indian style prasad variety made during Krishna Janmashtami

Vendakkai Mandi | Chettinad Vendakkai Mandi

Vendakkai Mandi | Chettinad Vendakkai Mandi

 Vendakkai Mandi | Chettinad Vendakkai Mandi 

Vendakkai Mandi | Ladies Finger Mandi


Chettinad Vendakkai Mandi is a flavorful and tangy curry made with okra, also known as ladies finger. This dish is a staple in the Chettinad region of

Masala Vada | Paruppu Vadai | Channa Dal Vada

Masala Vada | Paruppu Vadai | Channa Dal Vada

 Masala Vada | Paruppu Vadai | Channa Dal Vada


Masala Vada / Paruppu Vadai


Masala vada or Masal vadai is a crispy crunchy popular South Indian Vada variety made with Bengal gram dal, spices, onions etc.. Paruppu vadai

Verkadalai Sadam | Peanut Rice

Verkadalai Sadam | Peanut Rice

 Verkadalai Sadam | Peanut Rice

Verkadalai Sadam | Peanut Rice


Verkadalai sadam or peanut rice is a delicious  and traditional Tamil Nadu style mixed rice variety made using peanuts and special masala

Gongura Pachadi | Gongura Pickle

Gongura Pachadi | Gongura Pickle

 Gongura Pachadi | Gongura Pickle


Gongura Pachadi | Gongura Pickle


Gongura pachadi or Gongura pickle is a very popular delicious spicy tangy and traditional Andhra style instant  pickle variety made with sorrel leaves,

Sorakkai Poriyal | Bottle gourd Stir fry

Sorakkai Poriyal | Bottle gourd Stir fry

 Sorakkai Poriyal | Bottle Gourd Stir Fry

Sorakkai Poriyal | Bottlegourd stir fry


This sorakkai poryial or bottle gourd stir fry is a delicious, healthy, simple and traditional Tamil Nadu style Poriyal variety. It is made with bottle gourd (also known as sorakkai in Tamil) and

Vellarikkai Kootu | Cucumber Kootu

Vellarikkai Kootu | Cucumber Kootu

 Vellarikkai Kootu | Cucumber Kootu 


Vellarikkai Kootu | Cucumber Kootu


Vellarikkai Kootu or cucumber kootu is delicious healthy and traditional South Indian style Kootu variety made with cucumber and

Drumstick Gravy | Murungakkai Masala

Drumstick Gravy | Murungakkai Masala

Drumstick Gravy | Murungakkai Masala 


Murungakkai Masala


Murungakkai masala or drumstick gravy is a delicious and healthy and traditional South Indian style side dish made with drumsticks, onion, tomato and

Gobi Manchurian | Cauliflower Manchurian

Gobi Manchurian | Cauliflower Manchurian

 Gobi Manchurian  | Cauliflower Manchurian 


Gobi Manchurian | Cauliflower Manchurian


Cauliflower Manchurian also known as Gobi Manchurian (Gobi in Hindi means cauliflower) is a delicious, spicy tangy, crispy and popular Indo Chinese starter / appetizer variety made with

Raw Mango Raita

Raw Mango Raita

 Raw Mango Raita 


Raw Mango Raita


Raw mango raita is a delicious, refreshing, tangy and easy-to-prepare traditional raita or pachadi variety made with

Vazhaithandu Kootu | Banana Stem Kootu

Vazhaithandu Kootu | Banana Stem Kootu

 Vazhaithandu Kootu | Banana Stem Kootu 


Vazhaithandu Kootu


Vazhaithandu Kootu is a nutritious delicious and traditional Tamil Nadu style Kootu variety made with banana stem (known as Vazhaithandu in Tamil), moong dal and special coconut masala

Urulaikilangu Kara Kari | Potato Kara Kari

Urulaikilangu Kara Kari | Potato Kara Kari

 Urulaikilangu Kara Kari | Potato Kara Kari 

Potato Kara Kari


This urulaikilangu kara kari is a delicious traditional Tamil Nadu style varuval variety made with potatoes. For this recipe, the potatoes are first

Tomato Rice | Thakkali Sadam

Tomato Rice | Thakkali Sadam

Tomato Rice | Thakkali Sadam 

Tomato rice | Thakkali Sadam

Tomato rice, also known as Thakkali sadam in Tamil, is a popular and delicious traditional Indian rice variety. It is one of

Pachi Pulusu | Raw Tamarind Rasam

Pachi Pulusu | Raw Tamarind Rasam

 Pachi Pulusu  | Raw Tamarind Rasam 


Pacchi Pulusu | Raw Tamarind Rasam



Pachi Pulusu is a traditional delicacy of the Andhra Telangana region. This is a raw uncooked watery Rasam variety made with just tamarind extract, green chillies,

Channa Kuzhambu | Kondai Kadalai Kulambu | Sundal Kuzhambu

Channa Kuzhambu | Kondai Kadalai Kulambu | Sundal Kuzhambu

Channa Kuzhambu | Kondai Kadalai Kulambu | Sundal Kuzhambu 




Channa Kuzhambu



This Channa Kuzhambu or Kondai Kadalai Kulambu is a very traditional delicious healthy Tamil Nadu style Kulambu variety gravy made with channa , vegetables of your choice and simmered in

Cucumber Chaat

Cucumber Chaat

 Cucumber Chaat


Cucumber Chaat



Cucumber Chaat is a delicious healthy Indian street food or chat variety made with cucumber, onion, tomato and masala spice powders. This cucumber chaat is

Raw Mango Pachadi | Mangai Pachadi

Raw Mango Pachadi | Mangai Pachadi

Raw Mango Pachadi | Mangai Pachadi 



Raw Mango Pachadi | Mangai Pachadi


Mango pachadi, also known as Mangai pachadi, is a tasty traditional South Indian sweet pachadi made with raw mangoes, jaggery, and

Dosakaya Pappu | Dosakai Paruppu

Dosakaya Pappu | Dosakai Paruppu

 Dosakaya Pappu | Dosakai Paruppu 


Dosakaya Pappu | Dosakai Paruppu


Dosakaya Pappu is a delicious traditional healthy recipe from Andhra and Telangana regions.It is made with yellow cucumber , toor dal and spices.

Sambharam | Spiced Buttermilk | Kerala style Buttermilk | Neer Moru

Sambharam | Spiced Buttermilk | Kerala style Buttermilk | Neer Moru

Sambharam | Spiced Buttermilk | Kerala style Buttermilk | Neer Moru 

Sambharam


Sambharam or Morum vellam is a refreshing traditional Kerala style spiced buttermilk recipe. The difference between regular buttermilk and sambharam is

Masala Cashews | Roasted Masala Kaju | Roasted Masala Cashews

Masala Cashews | Roasted Masala Kaju | Roasted Masala Cashews

Masala Cashews | Roasted Masala Kaju | Roasted Masala Cashews 

Roasted Masala Cashews


Masala Cashews, also known as roasted masala kaju, are a tasty, healthy, and spicy Indian snack made from whole cashew nuts that are roasted in ghee and then tossed with masala spices. This is a quick and easy snack. See the recipe for masala cashews below.

 Ingredients 

Cashews-1 cup or 200 gms

Red chilli powder -1/2- 3/4 Tsp 

Coriander powder-1/2 Tsp 

Pepper powder-1/4 Tsp 

Chaat masala-1/2 Tsp

Black salt-1/8 Tsp

Salt-1/2 Tsp or as per taste 

Ghee-1-2 Tbsps 

Curry leaves few


Recipe Video





Method 

👉Heat ghee in a pan add the cashews and roast them in medium flame until golden brown colour, transfer to a bowl. In the same pan roast the curry leaves, switch off the gas and transfer to bowl.




👉Now add all the masala powders and salt mix well. 







👉Allow the cashews to cool down completely and then store in airtight container.




Preparation Time-15 mins 


Shrikhand | Kesar Pista Shrikhand | Easy Homemade Shrikhand

Shrikhand | Kesar Pista Shrikhand | Easy Homemade Shrikhand

Shrikhand  | Kesar Pista Shrikhand | Easy Homemade Shrikhand 

Shrikhand | Kesar Pista Shrikhand | Easy Homemade Shrikhand


Shrikhand is a creamy Indian delicacy made from thick strained curd known as hung curd or Chakka, powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and nuts

Poondu Chutney | Garlic Chutney

Poondu Chutney | Garlic Chutney

Poondu Chutney | Garlic Chutney 

Poondu Chutney | Garlic Chutney


Poondu Chutney, also known as garlic chutney, is a spicy, tasty, and traditional South Indian chutney made with

Vazhakkai Varuval | Raw Banana Fry

Vazhakkai Varuval | Raw Banana Fry

 Vazhakkai Varuval | Raw Banana Fry 


Vazhakkai Varuval | Raw Banana Fry


Vazhakkai Varuval, also known as raw banana fry, is a popular South Indian style roast (fry) made with raw plantains that are first boiled, then smeared with masala paste and roasted in a tawa until golden brown and crispy. This vazhakkai varuval pairs beautifully with sambar, rasam, curd rice, and other South Indian dishes. Follow the steps below to prepare this delicious crispy vazhakkai varuval (raw banana roast).

Ingredients 

Vazhakkai (raw plantain)-2 nos

Turmeric powder-1/2 Tsp 

Oil -2-3 Tbsps 

For Masala 

Red chilli powder-2 Tsps 

Coriander powder-3 Tsps 

Kashmiri chilli powder-1/2 Tsp 

Cumin powder-1/2 Tsp

Asafoetida-1/4 Tsp 

Ginger garlic paste-1-2 Tsps 

Thick tamarind paste-1 Tsp 

Salt to taste 


Recipe Video




Method 

👉Peel the plantain and cut to round or oval shaped slightly thick slices, soak in water until use.Cook them in boiling water along with turmeric powder until 3/4 th done.Drain the water and set the cooked plantain aside.



👉In a plate add all the ingredients given under For masala and make a thick paste adding very little water. 




👉Smear this paste on the plantain and set aside for 5 minutes .





👉Now heat oil in a tawa add the plantain pieces gently one by one and roast them to golden brown colour in medium flame making sure to flip and cook both sides.








👉Serve hot with sambar, rasam , curd rice etc..




Preparation Time-25 mins

Serves-4-5