South Indian Vegetarian Recipes, Kolams, Rangoli and more Since 2006
The Indian jujube, known as Indian Plum or “Ber,” is a fruit originating from China, cultivated for over 4,000 years. It varies in size and color, transitioning from green to dark reddish-brown. Jujubes have medicinal uses for ailments like insomnia, respiratory issues, and digestive problems, though their taste is not universally enjoyed.
Potato Peas Kurma is a creamy coconut-based curry where tender potatoes and green peas simmer with aromatic spices and a ground nut-coconut paste, finished with a bright squeeze of lemon.
Pudina rice is a popular South Indian dish made with mint leaves, spices, coconut milk, and rice, offering a refreshing flavor. Typically served with raita or vegetables, it pairs well with various gravy dishes. The preparation involves cooking rice with a mint-coriander paste and spices in a pressure cooker.
Karthigai Pori is a traditional sweet treat made from puffed rice (Pori) mixed with a flavorful jaggery syrup.
Panai Olai Kozhukattai is a traditional South Indian delicacy. It is made by steaming a sweet rice flour dough. The dough is wrapped in palm leaves. To prepare, jaggery is dissolved in water and boiled, then strained to create a sweet syrup. This syrup is mixed with rice flour, grated […]
This simple Easy Keerai Masiyal is made by pressure cooking spinach and green gram dhal. It pairs well with steamed rice and ghee, making it a wholesome everyday meal.
Experience the delightful and nutritious flavors of South India with cabbage green peas pepper kootu. This coconut-based dish pairs perfectly with rice or roti. Enjoy it hot for a satisfying meal.
This flavored rice is made with capsicum and chick peas (kondai kadalai). It also uses the rice mix powder.
Discover the health benefits of Karamani, a nutritious legume also known as cowgram or black-eyed peas. Enjoy it as a delicious snack or during Navaratri Festival.
The Indian Gooseberry known as “Nellikkai” in Tamil and “Amla” in Hindi is reputed to have the highest content of vitamin C. It contains more Vitamin C than orange, lime, guava or sweet lime. About 100 gms of the edible fruit contains about 600 mg of Vitamin C. 8.75 mg […]