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Holi Hai!!!
Holi, the festival of colours, is uniquely North Indian festival. Even though it is not much celebrated in South India, people live in South join with their friends and neighbours and enjoy this happy occasion. I posted SWEET SAMOSA and CURD VADAI for Purva’s Holi Hai Event I wish all readers […]
Gooseberry (Nellikkai)
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 […]
Mudakathan Keerai
Mudakathan Keerai in Tamil is known as Indravalli in Sanskrit. Its botanical name is Cardiospermum halicababum and belongs to the soapberry family.
Avaraikai (Broad Beans)
Broad beans, known as Avaraikai in Tamil, are good sources of protein, fibre, vitamins A and C, potassium and iron. Avaraikai is actually flat beans, tender with small seeds and pale green in colour. We can cook the whole avaraikai as French beans. Mochaikai also looks like Avaraikai. But the […]
Potato
Potatoes are very popular and the number one vegetable crop in the world. Potatoes are best known for their carbohydrate content. It also contains Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, copper, potassium, manganese, and dietary fiber. Studies show that potatoes contain chemicals which lower blood pressure. It also contains glutathione, […]
Chow Chow (Chayote)
The chayote, also called as “chow chow” or “Bangalore Kathirikkai” is low in calories and high on nutrients It is a good source of potassium, amino acid and Vitamin C. It cures urinary infections and renal stones. It is traditionally used as a remedy for hypertension. Like cucumber, it also […]
Cluster Beans (Kothavarangkai)
Cluster beans are rich in soluble dietary fiber and good for digestion. It contains magnesium. It has very low calories and it helps to lower the blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Recipes: Cluster Beans Thuvatal Cluster Beans Usili
Ginger
Ginger needs no introduction to Indian food. Ginger is native to India and China. It is added to almost all the Indian curries and gravies. It is an effective digestive aid. It increases the production of digestive fluids and saliva. It is also effective in curing both motion and morning […]
