Veppam poo is a must for the Tamil New Year Day. It is added to any one of the dishes which signifies, apart from the medicinal value, life’s bitter part and it should be accepted. Normally Veppam poo is added to the mango pachadi. Veppam Poo Rasam is also another […]
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Vendaikai (Ladies Finger/Okra)
Ladies Finger also known as Okra or Vendaikai in Indian Languages is low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. The nutritional value of okra helps to maintain optimum health and it is an ideal vegetable for weight loss. Other Okra Recipes: Vendaikai (Ladies Finger/Okra) Poriyal Ladies Finger (Vendaikai) Stuffed Ladies […]
Oats
General information about oats, its health benefits and list of recipes with oats.
Curry Leaves
Curry leaves (Kariveppilai in Tamil) are extensively used by South Indians in their cooking, especially in tempering the food. Even though the fresh leaves are slightly bitter, when fried in oil it gives a unique aroma. People normally discard the leaves while eating. It results in loosing some of the […]
Keerai – Types and Nutrition
The nutritional value of Keerai is twenty times more than in other vegetables. Keerai is a valuable source of nutrients, rich in iron, calcium, vitamin A, anti-oxidants and veg proteins.
Tomato
Tomatos have good nutritive value and are good source of potassium, B- carotene (vitamin A) and vitamin C. It is very low in calories and advisable to weight reducing diet. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene which is very helpful in reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer. Lycopene is […]
Manathakkaali
Manathakkaali, also known as the black nightshade, sun berry or wonder cherry, is having lot medicinal value and contains Calcium, phosphorus, iron, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin C. It is very effective in curing mouth ulcer.
Pongal Recipes and Kolangal
The harvest festival of south India (Pongal) is on January 14th, 2023. Check out the Sweet Rice Pongal, Pineapple Rice Pongal, Ven Pongal, Dry Fruits Pongal, Vegetable Pongal, Rawa Pongal and Oats Pongal recipes and Kolangal.
Banana (Raw)- Vazhaikai
Bananas are among the most widely consumed foods in the world. Bananas are a good source of fiber, potassium and vitamin C; Also, may be it is the only plant, we can use its all parts like stem, flower, vegetable and fruit. Recipes with Raw Green Banana: Vazhai Thandu (Banana […]
Raw Mango
Mangoes are one of the most delicious and nutritious foods. Mangos are an excellent source of vitamins A, C and E. It also contain B-complex (anti-stress) vitamins, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, selenium, Folic acid (folate), and zinc Mangoes are very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. Plus are a good […]