Dhungar Dal Tadka
Dal Tadka is a staple vegetarian/ lentil dish from India. It is known for it comforting flavor, versatility and ease to prepare and nutritious quality.
Kerala Orange Peel Pickle (Orange Tholi Achar)
Orange peel is a rich source of Vitamin C. It contains even more Vitamin C than the fleshy part of the orange. Here’s a comparison: Orange peel: 1 tablespoon (6 grams) of orange peel provides 14% of the Daily Value (DV) of Vitamin C. Orange flesh: The inner fruit of an orange provides less Vitamin …
Easy Malabar Chicken Curry
Easy Malabar Chicken Curry Malabar Chicken Curry is a vibrant and flavourful Curry dish that hails from the Malabar region of Kerala. Known for its aromatic spices, this curry offers a unique taste profile. Oftentimes, Malabar Chicken curry is prepared with Coconut Milk, making it creamier and richer(try this one). However, today our Easy Malabar …
RASAM – A South Indian Tradition
RASAM RASAM is a tangy, spiced “soup-like” dish that has a distinctive flavor. Rasam is a South Indian preparation, made with tamarind, tomato, spices, and herbs. It is usually served alongside rice but can be enjoyed on its own as well. It is soothing and comforting and is often also prepared when someone has the …
Indian Chicken Stew
Ultimate Indian Chicken Stew Tender pieces of chicken bathed to perfection in a rich broth with a variety of vegetables, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect with some crusty bread on a chilly day! The Indian Chicken stew steps it with the addition of herbs and spices, adding depth, warmth, and complexity to the …
Green Beans and Potato Stir-Fry
Green Beans and Potato Stir-Fry This Green Beans and Potato stir-fry is an easy-to-make side dish with very basic ingredients, that everyone enjoys along with their meal Stir-fried vegetarian side dishes are part of my daily menu. We are constantly trying to make different combinations and simple healthy additions to the diet. Since we eat …
Mushroom Masala (South Indian Style Mushroom Gravy)
Mushroom Masala (South Indian Style Mushroom Gravy) This Mushroom Masala is a South Indian style preparation of Mushrooms in Tomato and Onion gravy, spiced up with a tasty splash of spices! Olive oil is used in this recipe, and it works well. This is another hearty vegetarian dish that even those who prefer non-veg will …
Trichur Chaala Curry | Thenga aracha Mathi Curry
Trichur Chaala Curry | Thenga aracha Mathi Curry Here we are taking a look at a delicious home-style preparation of Sardine Curry (Mathi/ Chaala Curry). This is a Trichur-style Chaala curry, made with ground coconut and fish tamarind(kudampuli). Trichur-style fish curries vary from home to home. They are made with coconut milk or finely ground …
Keerai Paruppu
Keerai Paruppu (South Indian Creamy Spinach Dal) Keerai Paruppu or South Indian style Dal with Spinach is a creamy textured preparation of dal, without adding any cream. It is a hearty and tasty vegetarian Dal Curry that may be served with white rice or roti. This recipe is more of a Tamil style of preparing …
Chicken Pakora Recipe (Chicken Pakoda)
Chicken Pakora Recipe (Chicken Pakoda) This Chicken Pakora Recipe is a must-try. Super quick and simple and tasty too! Hot and crisp coated deliciously seasoned chicken fritters. Pakoras are small, savory fried snacks that are a beloved part of South Asian cuisine. They are typically made of chopped or shredded vegetables(onion, cauliflower, potato, spinach, etc…), …
Thayir Sadam (South Indian Curd Rice)
Thayir Sadam (South Indian Curd Rice) Today we’re making a wholesome, easy-to-make, South Indian Comfort food called Thayir Sadam or Curd(Yogurt) Rice. Thayir Sadam, is the Tamil name, where ‘thayir’ means yogurt, and ‘sadam’ means rice. Furthermore, across Southern India, it has other names too such as, Daddonjanam (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana) and Mosaranna (Karnataka). …
Poricha Kozhi Biryani – Malabar style Fried Chicken Biryani
Poricha Kozhi Biryani – Malabar style Fried Chicken Biryani Poricha Kozhi Biryani Recipe for Malabar Biryani Lovers. There are several types of Malabar Biryani. The Malabar districts are considered a Paradise of Hospitality and Delicious delicacies. Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod and Wayanad all have unique dishes and biryanis with unique techniques. The Thalassery Biryani enjoys a huge fan following …
Easy Kerala Chicken Curry Bachelors
Easy Kerala Chicken Curry | Bachelors Cooking So this is an Easy Kerala Chicken Curry that is perfect for Bachelor cooking. That does not mean it lacks in flavor – not one bit! Now, for the Kerala bachelors out there, I applaud you. I know that Kerala men are some of the most, capable in the …
Chakkakuru Manga Chemmeen Curry (Shrimp curry with Raw Mango and Jackfruit Seeds)
Chakkakuru Manga Chemmeen Curry (Kerala Coconut Shrimp curry with Raw Mango and Jackfruit Seeds) Shrimp or Prawns curry in coconut milk is one the most popular curried around Kerala. It is often made with only Kudampuli(Gambooge) as the souring agent. This version, containing the additional seasonal ingredients – green mangos and cooked jackfruit seeds is …
Homemade Mutton Masala Spice Powder
Homemade Mutton Masala Spice Powder and…. Spice Culture: A bit about Spice Mixes in general This Homemade Mutton Masala Spice Powder adds flavor and the aromas of Indian Mutton preparations, not only to your mutton and meat dishes but also works really well for Vegetarian dishes. I love to use it in recipes like my …
Kerala Green Peas Masala – Restaurant-style
Kerala Green Peas Masala – Restaurant-style curry goes well with Porotta This Kerala Green Peas Masala, is especially tasty! Y’know those restaurants that serve green peas with porotta.. It’s so good, and we have a hard time replicating that taste at home. Well, this recipe is pretty darn good, and not so difficult to make! …
Chicken Shahi Rolls – Chicken Cheese Rolls
Chicken Shahi Rolls – Chicken Cheese Rolls When it comes to food, the term ‘Shahi’ typically signifies ‘rich’. Literal translation – Royal. It was the term used for ‘Royal’ in the Imperial Court, during the Mughal Era – in reference to the Royal title of ‘Shahanshah’. Typically the Shahi dishes, are rich containing cream or cheese …
Chilli Pepper Chicken Perelen – Marinated chicken in Semi-dry Masala
Chilli Pepper Chicken Perelen – Marinated chicken in Semi-dry Masala Chilli Pepper Chicken Perelen is a semi-dry chicken masala preparation, when marinated, pan-fried chicken is tossed in a mouth-watering masala consisting of onion, tomato and spices. This is a popular method of preparation in Kerala and goes well with rice or flatbreads. I love it Parotta, …
Shakshouka with Paneer (Paneer Shakshuka)
Shakshouka with Paneer (Paneer Shakshuka) Shakshouka is a dish of eggs poached in tomato sauce with peppers, onion and garlic, and spices. It is notably a staple food in North Africa. I have shared the original version of Shakshuka as well as the Ful medames Shakshouka earlier, both delicious ,heartwarming comfort foods and brunch-type-of recipes. …
Lucknowi Chicken Biryani | Awadhi Pakka Biryani
Lucknowi Chicken Biryani | Awadhi Pakka Biryani That ceremonious aroma of the savoury scented rice, combined with the warmth of spice and freshness of herbs is enough to make any true foodies – mouth to water! We are making RAS style Lucknowi Biryani today. Did you know that there are over a dozen forms of authentic …