2017-10-22 04:30
(Do click on the image to watch this video for the complete procedure)Ven Pongal- The South Indian version of Khichdi is the ultimate comfort food .....This dish is made of easily avai… Read More
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2017-10-08 15:33
A visit to Chennai is incomplete without visitingthe world's second longest beach- Marina Beach....And how can a visit to Marina Beach be completewithout gorging hot bajjis and sundals and M… Read More
2017-10-04 12:44
Here is a detailed video on how to prepare Idli Milagai Podi / Ellu milagai podi at home.... Do watch the video and give your valuable comments...For the detailed recipe cl… Read More
2017-03-24 11:32
Here is a protein rich curry ....a perfect partner for your rotis and rice dishes....INGREDIENTSDOUBLE BEANS -1 CUPCAPSICUM (Chopped) -1 CUPTOMATOES-2ONION -1GARLIC -FEW PODSCHILLI POWDER -3… Read More
2017-03-18 09:09
Here is a simple and tasty meal in a dish which can be prepared in a jiffy ...Lunch or Dinner...this dish comes in as a handy lifesaver...It can be prepared with minimum fuss and m… Read More
2017-03-18 07:02
Potatoes are a favorite of all ages,seasons and palates...Do try out this spicy baby potato fry that can be made in a jiffy...INGREDIENTSBABY POTATOES -1/2 KILOSOIL FOR DEEP FRYINGRED CHILLY… Read More
2017-03-16 18:29
2017-02-20 12:05
Watch this video clipping to learn about the benefitsof drinking water stored in copper vessels...And do you remember...that is what most ofour ancestors did...It may solve most of… Read More
2017-02-20 07:55
Sevai is an all time favorite South Indian dish....Known as "Sevai" in Tambram homes,it is called "Sandhagai" in Coimbatore region...and "Shavige " in Karnataka....Though it looks like Idiya… Read More
2017-02-18 08:40
The Indian style of eating with your fingers and have caught up in various fine dining restaurants...Maybe people have realised the benefitsof eating on a chlorophyll rich banana l… Read More
2017-02-17 11:13
Pineapples are usually used to make juices,squashes,jams,halwas,puddings ,kesaris etc.It was in a Kannada wedding that I tasted Pineapple Gojju-A hot,sour,sweet and tangy curryand… Read More
2017-02-12 12:42
Desserts,starters and salads @ GRT Hotel,T.Nagar...A short videoWhatta spread...Droolicious...Loaded ...Sinfully rich and tasty Read More
2017-02-09 11:57
Narthangai Oorugai/Citron Pickle is a healthy and tasty pickle....an accompaniment to the all time favorite "Thayir Sadham " in any Tamil Brahmin home...Here is a sure fire,time-tested recip… Read More
2017-01-24 12:16
We all rave about the benefits of Oranges....But we do not have a second thought before dumping the orange peel....After knowing about the benefits that the humble orange peel has,and after… Read More
2017-01-09 06:43
Appam/appam/Palappam is a very famous and tasty breakfast of Kerala and parts of Tamilnadu. Preparing Appam is an art .Soak together one cup of raw rice and one cup of boiled rice for 4… Read More
2017-01-01 14:20
We Chennaiites are a whole lot ofdie hard foodies...But we have our unique preferences(maybe that's what make us unique too!!!)Have a look at my small slideshow on what Chennai eats… Read More
2016-10-10 16:04
Here is a plate full of delicious, scrumptious Somasis -Crunchy,crusty and tasty with a healthy filling which can be altered as per your taste...Though they taste somewhat like Vegetable sam… Read More
2016-10-08 12:43
Here is an easy to prepare ,tasty More Kuzhambu which is a refreshing change from the regular tamarind based South Indian Sambars and Kuzhambus.....INGREDIENTSLADIES FINGER -10THICK CURD (sl… Read More
2016-10-05 13:03
Here is an easy to prepare side dish for your good old idli/dosas...It is indeed a sellout when you are bored of chutneys and sambar and podis.You need minimum ingredients and very little ef… Read More
2016-10-03 07:57
Here is a simple Potato side dish which needs minimum ingredients and can be prepared in a jiffy with absolutely no fuss....And mind you...it is a healthy ,low fat dish too!Though there are… Read More
2016-09-07 12:51
A scrumptious bhatura with a liberal helping of Chole....That's the ultimate comfort food for any Indian.....INGREDIENTSFLOUR (Maida) -2 cupsSOUR CURD -1 cupSODA BICARBONATE - 1/4 teaspoonSA… Read More
2016-09-02 17:27
Here is a tasty and wholesome thuvayal made with our humble bunch of curry leaves which is an abundant source of Iron....As these leaves are always available ,you can make this dish any day… Read More
2016-03-03 05:44
Here is a healthy and tasty Cauliflower Masala with the aroma of coconut and mild spices...INGREDIENTSCAULIFLOWER PIECES - 3 CUPSCAPSICUM -1ONION-1TOMATO -2GARLIC -FEW PODSSAUNF -1/4 TEASPOO… Read More
2016-02-15 10:01
Here is a simple meal in a dish....the all time favorite Ghee RiceINGREDIENTSBASMATI RICE -1 CUPGREEN PEAS-1/2 CUPONION -1GREEN CHILLY-1 to 2CUMIN SEEDS -1/2 TEASPOONGHEE-4 TABLESPOONSCASHEW… Read More
2016-02-11 09:36
Here is a quick and easy meal in a dish that is an all time favorite for the young and old alike...Just a handful on tomatoes and onions help you dish out this tasty dish in a matter of minu… Read More
2016-02-09 13:26
Here is a rice with a twist.... A tasty and flavorful ,aromatic rice with a difference....INGREDIENTSBASMATI RICE -1 CUPBAY LEAF -2RAISINS -1 TABLESPOONPOMEGRANATE - 1/2 CUPWALNUTS -FE… Read More
2016-02-07 16:29
Here is a healthy and tasty rice that can be prepared with easily available ingredients in a jiffy...INGREDIENTSBASMATI RICE -1 CUPTOOR DHAL - 1 TEASPOONCHANNA DHAL -1 TEASPOONCORIANDER LEAV… Read More
2016-02-02 10:47
Here is a heavenly dessert fit for the Gods and you too...It is Palada Pradhaman , a milk based kheer unique to God's own country- Kerala.No Sadya (Festive meal) is complete in Kerala withou… Read More
2016-02-01 10:13
Here is a wholesome and tasty sambar for you...INGREDIENTSRAW BANANAS(Cubed) - 2KARAMANI -1 CupTAMARIND -1 1NCH BALLBOILED TOOR DHAL -1/2 CUPGRATED COCONUT -1/2 CUPDRY RED CHILLY -5CORIANDER… Read More
2016-01-26 08:13
Sometimes,you have a little of every vegetable in your fridge and guess what - you can whip up something droolicious with them in a matter of minutes....And ,this Mixed Vegetable Korma is ju… Read More
2016-01-21 12:41
A simple and tasty ,wholesome poriyal/ vegetable curry ...a fitting accompaniment to any South Indian meal...INGREDIENTSAVARAIKAI (broadbeans)- 250 gramsGRATED COCONUT - 1 CUPDRY RED CHILLIE… Read More
2016-01-21 01:06
Here is a tasty and simple dessert straight from my Grandma's kitchen....It is delicious and filling and can be prepared in less than 15 minutes...This dessert is a tasty and healthy a… Read More
2016-01-19 11:22
Here is a simple ,tasty and healthy Aloo Methi curry....the ultimate comfort food to be had with soft phulkas....INGREDIENTSPOTATOES-3METHI LEAVES- 2 to 3 CUPSCUMIN SEEDS-1/2 TEASPOONONION-1… Read More
2016-01-19 05:46
An inviting plate full of hot and crunchy Pudina Pakodas...Perfect for a chilly January evening....And it can be prepared in less than 10 minutes...INGREDIENTSGRAM FLOUR (Besan) -2 TABLESPOO… Read More
2016-01-18 12:31
Here is a tasty side dish with the goodness of potatoes and spinach...INGREDIENTSPOTATOES-200 GMSSPINACH-1 BUNCHTOMATOES-2ONIONS-2GARLIC-FEW CLOVESCUMIN SEEDS-1 TEASPOONGARAM MASALA POWDER-1… Read More
2016-01-17 10:35
A bowl of delectable, sweet Sakkarai Pongal....INGREDIENTSRAW RICE-1 CUPMOONG DHAL-1/2 CUPJAGGERY -1 CUPMILK-1 CUPPOWDERED ELAICHI-1/2 TEASPOONGHEE-1 CUPCASHEWNUTS- 10 to 12RAISINS -1 TABLES… Read More
2016-01-15 14:17
Here is your ultimate comfort food...straight from your Mom's kitchen....Loaded with the goodness of carrots and spiked with a dash of green peas....Perfect for your packed lunch or a quick… Read More
2016-01-13 16:57
Here are some delectable ,melt in your mouth Thayir Vadais/Dahi Vadas...So easy to prepare ....A perfect snack for a hot Indian afternoon....INGREDIENTSCURD-1 LITERURAD DHAL-200 GRAMSG… Read More
2016-01-12 12:10
"Kadappa "is a simple and flavorful side dish made with onions , potatoes ,coconut and spices...It is a versatile dish and is a perfect ,low fat,accompaniment to idlis, dosas, chappath… Read More
2016-01-11 08:28
Here is a simple and easy recipe for your traditional ,home made , South Indian Rasam....which is an integral part of a South Indian meal.....It is easy to prepare and has very good keeping… Read More
2016-01-10 15:47
Here comes some scrumptiously delicious Methi Puris...A perfect dish for a cool evening....INGREDIENTSFRESH METHI /FENUGREEK LEAVES-3 TO 4 CUPSWHOLEWHEAT FLOUR / ATTA -2 CUPSCUMI… Read More
2016-01-10 07:03
Here is a quick and easy cooler that is ready in a jiffy...A perfect drink for a hot afternoon....INGREDIENTSMUSK MELON -2LIME-1GREEN GRAPES- I CUPSUGAR / SUGAR SUBSTITUTE - ACCORDING TO YOU… Read More
2015-12-25 09:29
Here is a healthy vegetable curry made with finely cut tender and juicy banana stem which is low in calories and high in fiber...It is very good for kidney stones and digestive problems too… Read More
2015-12-01 06:03
Here is one of my favorite recipes straight out my Grandmother's recipe file....It is the all time favorite Maangai pachidi....As kids this used to be one of our lunchtime favorites an… Read More
2015-09-15 11:50
It is Ganesh Chathurthi season...and Kozhukkatai is an important neivedyam/offering made during this festival.Unlike the sweet modakam/kozhukkatai, this Ammini /Mani/Undili Kozhukkatai is a… Read More
2015-09-15 11:49
Now,Who will not fall for Lord Ganesha's sweet temptation......these delicately,shaped ,juicy sweet MODAKAM / Kozhukattais....No Ganesha Puja is complete without these offerings and I know o… Read More
2015-09-12 14:28
Channa dhal has a very low Glyceamic index,hence it is very helpful in controlling your blood sugar.A helping of Channa dhal sundal- which is regularly prepared during Navaratri days and oth… Read More
2015-07-14 07:26
Here is another tasty and healthy pongal which is a great dish for your breakfast or dinner....INGREDIENTSRAWA/SOOJI-2 CUPSCOOKED MOONG DHAL- 1 CUPOIL-1/2 CUPPEPPERCORN -1 TEASPOONCUMIN SEED… Read More
2015-07-14 07:04
Now a days, there is an awareness is the health benefits of our long forgotten millets ....Even some restaurants serve dishes made of different kinds of millets...I tried out a convent… Read More
2015-07-14 07:00
Here is one of my favorite comfort foods....And mind you...it is one of the easiest and tastiest dishes that I ever make...INGREDIENTSRIDGEGOURD -2 MEDIUM SIZED ONESGRATED COCONUT- 1/2 A COC… Read More
2015-07-03 10:03
Here is a smooth and creamy Paneer gravy...a fitting side dish in any regal spread...INGREDIENTSPANEER CUT IN RECTANGLES-2 CUPSONION -1GARLIC -2 CLOVESGREEN CHILLIES-2CASHEW NUTS-1 TAB… Read More
2015-06-29 14:34
Here is a tasty and flavorful crispy snack loaded with the goodness of mint and packed with the protein powder of crunchy peanuts ...INGREDIENTSFRESH MINT LEAVES-1 CUPS CHOPPED ONION-1P… Read More
2015-06-29 06:04
Summer time is the time for mangoes and jackfruits...And what can be a more appropriate time to make Chakka Pradhaman...Palaapazha payasam...(Jackfruit kheer)Here arrives a fresh ,full ,ripe… Read More
2015-06-28 15:59
Here is another dish from my Grandmother's kitchen....A simple hot and tangy curry -a perfect tasty and healthy dish ....Just mix a ladle full of this hot Milagu kuzhambu with hot rice and a… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Here is a yummy,simple and scrumptious dessert which can be made effortlessly.INGREDIENTSFINELY CHOPPED APPLES- 2 CUPSPOWDERED JAGGERY-1 TABLESPOONCINNAMON POWDER- 1 PINCHBUTTER-1 CUPPOWDERE… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Here is a traditional hot and sweet mango pickle - a must in any North Indian meal...It tastes great with rotis ,puris or any rice.INGREDIENTSRAW MANGO CUBES-2 CUPSTURMERIC POWDER-1/4 TEASPO… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Here is a traditional dessert-An ethnic dish made in South Indian homes ...(mainly Tamil Brahmin homes)Usually ,this one is not available off the counterin sweet shops and restaurants… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Here is a tasty and crunchy dish made with the all time favorite -cauliflower...It is a teatime snack,starter,side dish...in fact - absolutely irresistible at any time!INGREDIENTSCAULIF… Read More
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