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Chakka Kinnathappam – Steamed Jackfruit Rice Cake By Dr. Vaheeda Nawas ‘Kinnathappam’ – Kinnam (Pan) and Appam (Rice cake) Kinnathapam is a steamed rice cake that comes in different flavors. This Chakka Kinnathappam uses Jackfruit Jam/ Preserve mixed with rice flour, jaggery and coconut milk to make a steamed sweet snack.
Kerala Beef Cutlet Recipe One of the most popular finger foods in the gorgeous State of Kerala – Beef Cutlet, is often served at tea time with some tomato sauce or hot sauce. It is even great for lunch alongside rice! You may know a cutlet by other names like Tikkis and Croquettes. This is …
Easy Butter Chicken with Nestle Cream I recently posted my recipe for Indian Butter Chicken with video. The dish is Lip-smacking good and offers an authentic recipe for special/secret Garam Masala made for butter chicken / Tandoori Chicken. After I posted it, I was reminded of this much more simple recipe for Easy Butter Chicken …
Indian Butter Chicken – RAS Special Butter Chicken is one of the most popular dishes of Indian Cuisine and is a staple at Indian Restaurants all over the world. Nothing like a good Butter Chicken to eat with hot Buttery Naan or Delicious Fluffy Pulao rice. If you are looking for a winning recipe, you …
Murabba – Irumban Puli / Bilimbi Murabba By Dr. Vaheeda Nawas “Murabba” is an Arab word which refers to a sweet and sour jam or pickle in Arab Countries as well as the Indian Sub Continent. Here is an easy recipe for a delicious Bilimbi Fruit / Irumaban Puli Murabba. You can also use this …
Green Chili Pulinkari – Tamarind Chili and Raisin Chutney This is my Grand Moms Recipe. I am filled with memories of her as I write this recipe. She was definitely a character. I miss her. She was a little hard of hearing and when I was young, I had a terrible habit of playing with her. …
This is the Brinjal (Eggplant) Curry that is famously served with the Ambur Biryani. A nice coconut based gravy, middle spiced – this gravy goes well the the Famous Arkot Biryani. Brinjal Curry for Biryani – Ennai Kathirikai You are here: Home > Vegetarian > Brinjal Curry for Biryani – Ennai Kathirikai Recipe Name: Brinjal …
Ambur Biryani / Arkot Biryani The “Ambur Biryani” is the best known variety of the “Arcot biryani” the generic name for all biryanis in the Arkot region. Arcot is a town of Vellore city in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Located near the Palar River. An area which was once ruled by the Nawabs of Arcot. This area has …
Rice Flour Roti By Dr Shemmi NK There are many times of rice flour breakfast / brunch items in India. Dosa, Idli, Hoppers, String Hoppers, Puttu. There are also very many lesser known rice flour crepes and thick pan roasted griddle cakes such as this one. It is very easy to prepare and just needs some …
Raw Cashew Nut Curry An easy to prepare vegetarian curried dish made of raw tender cashew nuts. Lovely tender cashews in a tasty thick gravy. Raw Cashews are wonderful in curries but if you can not get your hands on them, use dried cashew nuts instead. You are here: Home > Vegetarian > Raw Cashew …
Royal Almond Halwa – Easy Recipe I love desserts with Almonds in them. They are just so regal! Indian sweets can be very sweet but there are a few that I love like Gulab Jamun, Carrot Halwa and this Royal Almond Halwa. This is one dessert that is served in very small portions. Just a …
Erachi Choru Recipe – Kerala Meat ‘N’ Rice Erachi Choru or Kerala Style Meat with Rice is an easier take on Biryani. Some might call it a Beef or Mutton Biryani. However, there is no layering and the raw rice is stirred in with the cooked meat and then everything is simmered together till the rice is …
Vendakka Theeyal – Authentic Kerala Okra in Roasted Coconut Gravy Vendakka Theeyal is a great vegetarian curried dish, made from a lip-smacking spiced and roasted coconut paste. The flavours of coconut and spices along with a sour undertone make the gravy so tasty. To be served hot with rice. Watch the video for this recipe.
Quick Carrot Halwa – Gajar Ka Halwa One of the most popular desserts in India, this Quick Carrot Halwa or ‘ Gajar Ka Halwa ‘, is extremely easy to make. It is made with a fair amount of sugar, ghee and milk solids so keep your portions small. Garnished with nuts and silver foil, this recipe originated from Punjab. …
Koorka Irachi A peppery Beef Curry with the addition of these earthy bites ( Koorka) or Chinese potatoes. Koorka Irechi is great served with Paratta or Rice. The color is darker, without the red tinge of chili powder. The taste, reminiscent of a beef or mutton soup. Different and Yummy! You are here: Home > Beef …
This is an absolutely delicious, melt in your mouth kind of kofta meatball curry. The meatballs can be made of minced mutton or beef. The flavors are subtle and mouth watering. I love to use grape cherry tomatoes for the gravy, blanched and peeled. I don’t know why but I think they give better results than …
White Biryani Recipe – Masala Free Yoghurt Based Biriyani This is a Royal Khansama Biryani – A deliberately White Biryani. The Khansamas (Court appointed male stewards who took on the role of chefs) catered to Royalty as well as the British, during their rule. That’s probably why the spice is reduced. No ground powders of turmeric, chili …
Kaju Gobi – Cauliflower Stew with Cashew nuts Cauliflower, cooked tender in a cashew – coconut based stew with simple flavors makes for a rich and delightful, creamy stew. You are here: Home > Vegetarian & Egg Recipes > Kaju Gobi Recipe Name: Kaju Gobi Recipe Type: Vegetarian / Curry Author: Shana c/o Recipes ‘R’ Simple Prep time: 15 min …
Masala Fish Fry A dish is only as good as its ingredients. This holds especially true in the case of fish dishes. I have loads of great recipes for fish and I am heartbroken at the outcome sometimes because the fish just wasn’t cutting it. When ever I get the freshest fish, I love to …
Spinach Pakora 50/50 This is my version of Palak Pakora aka Spinach Pakora. Pretty Awesomely Simple! Finely chopped Indian Spinach (Palak) is combined with a few other ingredients in a chick pea based batter and fried till golden and cooked through. Serve hot at tea time! Curious about the name? I call them Spinach Pakora 50/50 …