Author: Kamala

Breakfast

Uthappam

Uthappam is a thick, fluffy South Indian pancake made from a fermented rice-and-dal batter, cooked on a hot tawa with oil until golden on both sides. Top with onions, tomatoes, chillies, or veggies and serve with coconut chutney and sambar.

Sweets

Pumpkin Halwa

Pumpkin Halwa is a rich, comforting dessert made by cooking mashed ripe pumpkin with milk-soaked semolina, sugar, and ghee. Finished with cardamom and fried cashews, it’s thick, fragrant, and delicious.