Its easy to make idli/ dosa for breakfast and when making side for it if it happens to be sambar children complain of it so it sometimes becomes little tough for me to decide the side dish for it.When I bought few avocado I was left with one left which I was planning to make ice-cream but it doesn't happen ,So decided to end by making this chutney.Googled to get some knowledge of it and ended making the version suiting me.
simple & easy dishes from my kitchen
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Avocado - Coconut Chutney | Side Dish for Idli / Dosa
Its easy to make idli/ dosa for breakfast and when making side for it if it happens to be sambar children complain of it so it sometimes becomes little tough for me to decide the side dish for it.When I bought few avocado I was left with one left which I was planning to make ice-cream but it doesn't happen ,So decided to end by making this chutney.Googled to get some knowledge of it and ended making the version suiting me.
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Mango Iced Tea | Mango Recipes | Summer Drink
Mango,king of the fruit is in season and I buy them each and every time I go for veggie shopping .Many time I end up eating the fruit as such and sometimes make different recipes of it.Having plans to try new recipes this season I pray my laziness and scorching temperature doesn't make my plan go void.
Saturday, May 07, 2016
Raw Banana Curry | Kancha Kadali Tarakari | Recipe from Orissa
On seeing the title you may be bit confused it is nothing but a simple raw banana curry from Orissa.
"Kancha kadali " means raw banana , " Tarakari " means curry.Though it may sound weird but it is so simple and tasty.Being a blogger I decide to try a recipe from all state .I googled up and ended my search here to make this up for lunch one day.
Friday, May 06, 2016
Misthi Doi - Famous Bengali Dessert | Step By Step Procedure
Misthi Doi is one fo the famous Bengali sweet and a popular dessert in west Bengal.One mustn't return from there without tasting this yummy dessert as it has an unique taste from all other sweet.Though this easily available readymade in market nowaday preparing it from starch is always wiser.Also it is quite easy to prepare.
Thursday, May 05, 2016
Fresh Litchi Juice | Homemade Juice
Homemade juices are always best as we know the things we add it and moreover it is preservatives.
free.Although canned or packed juices can be kept for some days even after opening it had loaded sugars and other ingredients which may be harmful to us.So it is better to make fresh juice with the seasonal fruits that are available during the period and enjoy the goodness of it.
Make fresh juices this summer with fruits in the market and reamin hydrated.
Wednesday, May 04, 2016
Foxtail Millet/ Thinnai Idli | Millets Recipe | Healthy Breakfast
Including millets in our day to day to food is a healthy option.I try to use them in what all ways I can and the most easy way is to make south Indian style breakfast like idli,dosa,pongal,puttu,etc.I have quite some collection of millets recipes in blog ,if willing check it out.You can also cook these millets as we cook rice and have along with some spicy gravy.
Friday, April 29, 2016
Pukhlein - Sweet of Meghalaya
Pukhlein - is nothing but a simple sweet made with rice flour and jaggery and then deep fried in hot.It a simple sweet delicacy of north eastern state, Meghalaya.Though it look some what similar to that of south Indian ,Adhirasam, but in adhirasam, the preparation of dough is a long procedure and one need to keep the prepared dough for aging. But in this pukhlein, the method is so simple, just mix it up and fry.With minimal ingredients we can easily make this.
I bet one can't stop munching this as it is too addictive.I paired it for evening chai and it tastes yummy.Recipe adapted from here.
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Avocado Sandwich | Easy Breakfast Recipe | Avocado - Vegetable Sandwich
Holidays means no need to get early, no stress about what to pack for lunch,long morning sleep,lots of chilled beverages and more.Although we get up late I really feel irritated sometimes as i am clueless what to cook for breakfast as no batters are stocked up in refrigerator .Some day i just make any instant flour and prepare easy recipes.
Breads comes as great rescuer when its for breakfast.One can just make french toast,or any sanwiches or just spread butter/ jam and eat.Another time saving is we don't need to make any side dish for it .In this summer no need to sweat too much in kitchen just make quick and healthy breakfast wih bread.
Breads comes as great rescuer when its for breakfast.One can just make french toast,or any sanwiches or just spread butter/ jam and eat.Another time saving is we don't need to make any side dish for it .In this summer no need to sweat too much in kitchen just make quick and healthy breakfast wih bread.
Sunday, April 24, 2016
Orange Fizz | Fresh Orange Drink | Summer Drink
As the temperature is scorching day by day I had become difficult to with it.Is just April and I"m much worried how it would be in the month of May.As in the month of May, we have the peak of summer called as " Agni Nakshatram" for a period of around 25 days which are the hottest days in a year.This year it starts on May 3rd and ends on May 27th.
But we feel the heat of that period now in the month of April itself.I am much concerned how people who sell on pavements manage to withstand this heat.Let's pray that the sun god to be merciful on them and might bring some changes in weather.
But we feel the heat of that period now in the month of April itself.I am much concerned how people who sell on pavements manage to withstand this heat.Let's pray that the sun god to be merciful on them and might bring some changes in weather.
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Tuesday, April 05, 2016
Pumpkin Paratha | Paratha Recipe
I was lagging interest in blogging and when I shared my status in FB ,blogger friends suggested me to take a break .I too thought but things becomes worse as I was more stressed up in free time.When kids are at home I feel engaged and lively and once they left for school my mood changes so today I decided to write a post to keep me engaged.
After ages I clicked pictures a day before to blog and hence this recipe.
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Aam Ka Panna | Raw Mango Drink | Summer Drink
One would say summer is officially in India as one feel more heat,sweat,thirstiness,etc,etc.Met department says the temperature now in March very much above the normal by 4-5 deg.I'm literally not willing to do anything due to this heat except just eat,watch TV ,read or browse.Many thoughts arise to try new recipes while looking other blogs my feel really lazy now a days.On Monday when my daughter was in her study holiday I some how managed to make this drink in my kitchen which I was eyeing to do more than a year.
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Carrot Raita | Easy raita Recipe
Temperature is steadily increasing day by day and it has become difficult to with stand the heat.To say the truth I don't feel to cook anything these days and you can clearly see that I my blog where I posted very few recipes this month.If this happens now means can't imaging how it would be in April-may , when summer is peak.Try to drink more water and keep yourself hydrated ,avoid more spices in curries/gravies and make more meals with vegetables than meats.
Friday, March 11, 2016
Gobi Manchurian (Dry Version) | How to make gobi/cauliflower manchurian
Cauliflower is one of the seasonal vegetable which is grown from a seed.The white head part is alone eaten.Its one vegetable which has an array of nutrients including minerals,vitamins,antioxidants and other phytochemicals.For weight watcher's this vegetable comes in handy as its not a starchy vegetable and high in natural fibres.One can have it as a salad, soup, cooked with other vegetables or as pot meal where it is cooked with rice and spices.
One major issue while dealing with this flower is that it has minute germs or insects hidden inside the florets.So great care has to be taken to remove it before making any preparation by letting it to be in hot water for a few minutes. If these germs are not removed it may cause stomach upset/poisoning.Friday, March 04, 2016
Thayir Vada | Dahi Vada | South Indian Style Thayir Vada
Dahi vada/ thayir vada/ savory Indian doughnuts in yogurt is one recipe where the deep fried vada either made fresh or leftovers in dunked in thick curd/yogurt and seasoned with some spices.Its one of the chat items widely seen throughout India.While browsing for this recipe I saw the difference of this recipe between south and north India is the addition of chat chutneys.North Indians were with both green and sweet chutney but down south, I found they add some spice powders.
Thursday, March 03, 2016
Raw Jackfruit Curry | Chakka Curry | Unripe Jackfruit Recipe
Today's recipe is one of the most widely seen dish in Kerala.Mostly people there would grow all sorts of vegetables for their cooking in their backyard and make fresh curries daily with it.When I see such houses I feel more jealousy for having big area to grow plants. .To control my envy of it I just started growing a very few of it in my terrace,hope it gives me good result.If so I will share pictures.
Tuesday, March 01, 2016
Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie | Breakfast Smoothie
Today recipe is a very simple smoothie/shake with yogurt and strawberries.As I said in my previous post, strawberry preserve, as i want to make use of strawberry to the maximum I tried this yesterday for a drink after my breakfast.Its was yummy and filling and I didnot felt hungry to have my lunch.Its best to give kids when they are in a hurry during morning or for those who always skip their breakfast.
Monday, February 29, 2016
Strawberry Preserve /Jam | Easy Homemade Strawberry Jam
Before strawberries vanish from the market, I want to use them to the maximum.My long term wish was to make this preserve that without any preservatives or pectin..With just three ingredients you can make this preserve and store in a refrigerator for future use as spread over bread/roti or to make milkshakes,etc.Here made it with chopped pieces so as to get some chunky pieces while bitting but you can also blend it for finer version.Here I havSo do try this soon before these berries say bid adieu this year.
Friday, February 26, 2016
Coconut Burfi/Fudge | Thenga Burfi | Indian Sweet
Coconut Fudge/burfi is one of the easiest sweet one can try.Even a beginners can try this sweet as it is so simple with few ingredients.When I was in college I use shared this recipe with my friends and one of my friend tried it and got huge appreciation.Yes, its very easy and I guess your pantry will surely have all items for it.When you get sudden sweet carving do try this simple sweet and indulge in it.
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Palak Pulao | Spinach Rice | Easy One Pot Meal
We all know greens are grat source of iron and this spinach/palak is not an exemption loaded with nutrients and good factors .This nutrient dense food is so versatile can be either eaten as raw in salads or in cooked dishes or soups.It is low calorie and high in vitamins,minerals and other nutrients.It is is the only green which is readily available all over the world and is affordable by all.
Monday, February 22, 2016
Strawberry Choco Chip Cupcakes | Eggless Cupcake
Since we did a small renovation in our kitchen I was not in a position to bake with my oven toaster, because the pin socket doesn't match with the one in the wall.When there is no room for baking my minds was eager for it and its true i guess , one get more anxiety about a particular action when it is not possible for a certain period.Have anybody experienced it and I felt it more when I was not able to bake but now after I got my adaptor for it my enthuse for baking has dropped to null.This is the only cupcake I have baked so far and I pray my spirit for baking must increase.
Friday, February 19, 2016
Beetroot Cutlet | Beetroot Tikki | Healthy Cutlet
Beetroot also knows as beets is a super healthy food which can be used as raw or cooked.With the wide range of health benefits in it has proved, it lowers blood pressure. These have a unique source of betaine which is a nutrient that protects cells.This can be eaten either as simple salads marinated with lemon juice,herbs, and olive oil or cooked or one can even use it in baking to make cakes/cupcakes.
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Stuffed Lady's Finger | Bharwan Bhindi | Stuffed Okra
Stuffed bhindi/lady's finger is quite a common recipe in India where the Bharwan means stuffing which is made either with peanuts or grated coconut.This makes an excellent side dish for rice or even roti.Its my daughter who love to have different side dish for roti or rice .Hence for the sake satisfying her carves over food I started trying new recipes. When she asked for this stuffed version of lady's fingers I googled and got ideas and did it.
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Paneer Makhani | Side Dish for Roti /Indian Flat Breads
Any recipe with paneer is much wanted in my house so when ever i go for grocery shopping i see that I grab a pack .Sometimes I make tikka and more often I make gravy for roti/chapathai. like shahi paneer,palak paneer,etc .You can also make sandwich with it.This makhani is so simple to make and i which I have used milk in the place of cream.I didn't follow any recipe and I did it on my own as each one has thier own method of making.
Friday, February 12, 2016
Baked Sweet Potatoes | Sweet Potato Fries ( Baked Version )
It always a challenge for me when it comes what to make for after school snacks in the evening.Sometimes I go with store bought snack (which are very easy),sometimes with some baked goodies and many times vada,bonda,bhaji,boiled lentils variety,etc.One day when i was paused not knowing what to make something struck to bake these fries as my son is fond of french fries.Immediately I did it,clicked it and hence this one here.My daughter enjoyed it to the core where else my son felt it little bit spicy.So please check for spice level when giving it to younger children.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Strawberry Mousse | Eggless Strawberry Mousse | Valentine Day Special
Strawberries are in season ,one can find it almost in all super markets and fruit vendors.Oh! what lovely coloured fruits with seeds outside and I just love the colour,taste and look.This time I noticed even the price of it has dropped much from last year.So please buy and enjoy as fruit or make some yummy delicacies with it.I tried some shots with it too.
Monday, February 08, 2016
Radish Leaves Stir fry | Radish Leaves- Moong Dal Stir fry | Side Dish for Rice
Today I here with a healthy stir fry recipe with the greens of radish ,yes its with the leaves of radish/mooli. Whenever you see these greens at markets/departmental stores don't hestitate to pick a bunch as its very healthy and tasty.Also it hardly take around fifteen minutes to prepare this.Do give a try this green once and I am sure you will make it again and again.
Friday, February 05, 2016
Capsicum Sabji | Mixed Bell Pepper Masala | Side Dish for Roti
Today I share with you all an easy side dish for Indian flat bread with minimal ingredients.With the use the three colored bell peppers this dish looks very attractive and colorful.The preparation and cooking time altogether just need around 15 minutes and it tastes delicious with roti/chappati..Do try this and enjoy with your family.
Wednesday, February 03, 2016
Cauliflower Soup | Healthy Low Calorie Soup | Soup Recipe
Cauliflower is one vegetable which will be plenty in market during winter.Its high in anti-inflammatory nutrients to keep body fit and healthy.Rich in dietary fibre this vegetable boost heart and brain health.This also help in detoxification of body in many ways.When I bought a flower to try any recipes I got hooked to this soup in Tarla Dalal,I took some ideas from her website and with some variation in ingredients I made this tasty soup.It was so filling that one don't need any thing other than few bread sticks or pieces.
Monday, February 01, 2016
Checkerboard Cake Without any Fancy Pan | Sweet to share a Happy News | Celebration Cake
I am here with a good news that my blog moved from blogspot to domain, yes it had been more than three plus years since I started to write and was wandering to move to domain.I knew it involves some technical works and keep it away for a long time.When we in native during Xmas holiday I shared this with my nephew and he immediately assured to do help me in transformation.
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Oreo Cake | Oreo cake with Whipped cream Frosting | Easy Birthday Cake Ideas
Oreo is one cookies which is liked almost by all children.Whenever I buy some packets of biscuits oreo will be the first cookies to be over and there will always be a fight at my house for it.I have already shared oreo cupcakesOreo is one cookies which is liked almost by all children.Whenever I buy some packets of biscuits oreo will be the first cookies to be over and there will always be a fight at my house for it.I have already shared oreo cupcakes and this cake I made for my dad's birthday last week .Each and everyone enjoyed it to a core.For the frosting I just used cream powder to make whipped cream and spread over it,but you can do the frosting either with buttercream or leave it plain.
Sunday, January 24, 2016
Quail Egg Roast | Kadaai Egg Roast | Side Dish for Indian FlatBread
Quail eggs are three times more nutritious than normal egg and its very cute in size.My son is a die hard lover of this egg and always urge me to buy a pack when I got out to by egg.Now a days I find it rarely there and when enquired he said it get spoiled soon.So Whenever I see these eggs in market I buy a pack without fail.I already have an egg masala with this and this roast is almost a dry version of it.Do try this and I assure that children will fall in love with these cute little beauties.
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Homemade Sugarcane Juice | Karumbu Juice | கரும்பு ஜூஸ்
HOw was your Pongal celebration and all we for the first time we celebrated in a traditional way since we came Chennai by making it in the upstairs of our apartment in earthern ware .We had our lunch in banana leaves which makes the food more healthy and delicious.I shared few pictures on social media and got great comments too.Coming to this recipe no one ate the sugar cane we bought for pongal celebration and so I made the juice for kids to drink it easily.During summer we can street vendors sell these juices plenty on road,but main problem in it is hygiene and the ice they use.So please make it fresh at home and drink.Here I have not used any fancy machine to extract the juice ,I just used my mixer.
Friday, January 08, 2016
Tomato Rice | Left Over Rice Recipe | Easy Lunch Box
Yesterday night when we had some left over rice from the afternoon meal we decided to make this quick rice for dinner.Its was so yummy and we had it with masala egg.The toasted garlic and ginger gives this rice an exotic aroma and taste.It is ideal for lunch box.Do give a try when you have some rice as leftover.
Friday, January 01, 2016
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