Author: Kamala

Snacks

Vegetable Pakoda

Vegetable pakoda is a popular Indian street food and snack using vegetables, and gram flour (chickpea/besan flour), with warming spices and fresh herbs. This version of the pakoda is made with potato, capsicum, onion, carrot and cabbage. The batter-coated vegetables are then deep-fried until crispy and golden brown.

Sweets

Jackfruit Poli

Sweet Poli is a popular festive dish made with a sweet stuffing of either dhal or coconut. Instead of the traditional use of all-purpose flour (Maida), I opted to use wheat flour for the outer layer and Jackfruit for the filling, giving it a unique twist.

bowl of kathirikai padalai kootu
Kootu

Kathirikai Kadalai Kootu

Kathirikai Kadalai Kootu is a comforting South Indian stew of tender brinjal simmered with green gram dal and pressure-cooked peanuts, finished with kootu podi and a fragrant mustard-cumin tadka.

Chutney

Pudina (Mint) Thuvaiyal

Pudina leaves, commonly known as mint, are known for their numerous medicinal benefits, especially in stimulating digestion.  Thuvaiyal, a beloved South Indian condiment, is commonly served as a side dish alongside curd rice, idli, dosa, and chapati. Furthermore, it can be combined with hot rice for a delectable and expeditious […]