Author: Kamala

Snacks

Onion Thool Pakoda

Onion Thool Pakoda is a crispy onion fritter made by salting and squeezing onions, then coating them with flours, spices, curry leaves, and frying until golden brown. Perfect as a snack or with sambar rice or pulav.

Sweets

Kummayam

Discover the delectable “Kummayam” or “Aadi Kummayam”, a divine sweet dish made with lentils and jaggery, served as Prasadam during “Aadi Velli” or “Aadi Sevvai”. Perfect for divine indulgence.

Poriyal

Yam (Senai) fry

Yam fry is a quick and healthy side dish made with yam, which has a lower glycemic index than potatoes. To make it, peel and cut the yam, cook until soft, then season with spices and flours before frying in oil until golden brown. It pairs well with Mor Kuzhambu, sambar, or rice.

Gravies

Kara Boondhi Kurma

Kara Boondhi Kurma is a creamy, spiced potato curry simmered with a coconut-cashew paste and aromatic whole spices, then finished by stirring in crunchy kara boondhi. Serve with mild pulao or Indian bread.

Pickle

Tomato Thokku

Tomato Thokku is a tangy, spicy tomato relish simmered with tamarind, ginger, and jaggery until thick and glossy. Finished with mustard, asafoetida, and roasted fenugreek powder, it’s perfect with rice or dosa.