Kovakkai in Tamil is known as Tindora or Ivy Gourd in other languages. Tindora is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin B, and it is also known for its toxin eliminating properties.
Poriyal
A collection of South Indian Poriyal recipes.
Mulai Keerai (Amaranth Leaves) Poriyal
This simple poriyal is made with mulai keerai (முளைக் கீரை) and is served with steamed rice.
Palaakottai (Jackfruit Seed) Pirattal
“Pirattal” in Tamil means “to toss and turn” so that all the spices to coat well. Palaakottai (Jackfruit seed) is also used in Sambar, Kootu, Poriyal, etc and served with steamed rice.
Sweet Potato & Capsicum Poriyal
Capsicum is added to this Poriyal to get crunchiness and extra taste. It is served with rice dishes.
Quick Potato Curry
This Quick potato curry can be made within 10 to 15 minutes. It is served as a side dish for any rice varieties and chapat/roti.
Potato Methi | Aloo Methi Fry
A side dish (poriyal) that is served with rice or roti and made with potatoes and methi leaves.
Murungai Keerai Poriyal
A quick and healthy side dish made with drumstick leaves served for lunch and dinner with rice.
Kathirikai (Brinjal) Pirattal
This recipe also knows as kathirikai pirattal is made with brinjal and served with rice or Indian bread.
Capsicum Besan Slice
A recipe made with Capsicum and besan flour that can be served with rice
Air fried Okra
Crispy Okra can be prepared with just a teaspoon of oil in the Air Fryer. If you have Air Fryer, try this recipe.