Author: Kamala

Breakfast

Godhumai Rawa Upma

Godhumai Rawa Upma is made by dry-roasting rawa, then tempering mustard, dhals, chillies, and curry leaves with onions. Add boiling salted water, stir in rawa, and cook covered until fluffy.

Kuzhambu

Mochai Kottai Kuzhambu

Mochai Kottai Kuzhambu is a tangy tamarind gravy simmered with pressure-cooked mochai kottai, sambar powder, and turmeric, finished with a coconut paste. Temper with mustard, curry leaves, and onion.

Poriyal

Pudina Potato Curry

Pudina Potato Curry combines pressure-cooked potatoes with a fragrant mustard-tempered onion-tomato masala, finished with mint leaves. Stir on low until the curry turns dry and flavorful.

Breakfast

Rawa Semiya Khichadi

Discover the flavorful Rawa Semiya Kichadi, a traditional South Indian dish prepared with roasted vermicelli, veggies, and spices. Perfect for breakfast or snack time, pair it with coconut chutney or sambar for a satisfying meal.

chow chow kootu
Kootu

Chow Chow Kootu

Chow Chow Kootu is a comforting South Indian dish featuring tender chayote squash and green gram dal. Cooked with sambar powder, turmeric, and salt, it becomes creamy and flavorful. A simple tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and onions enhances its taste, making it a nutritious side for rice or chapati.