Recent Recipes

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.

Kuzhambu

Paruppu Urundai Kuzhambu

Paruppu Urundai Kuzhambu features lemon-sized thuvar dal balls simmered in tangy tamarind gravy spiced with sambar powder and turmeric. Finish with coconut paste and a mustard-curry leaf seasoning.

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.

Snacks

Ragi Murukku

Discover the crunchy and flavorful world of ragi murukku – a healthy, gluten-free South Indian snack rich in nutrients and perfect for tea-time munching.

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.

peanut poha patties
Snacks

Peanut Poha Patties

Peanut Poha patties are a healthy snack, It can be served as starter or as an evening snack. This peanut poha patties goes well with variety rice also.

Kuzhambu

Mor Kuzhambu

A favorite Tamilian recipe made with yoghurt or butter milk along with turmeric and optional vegetables. Mor Kuzhambu is served with rice.

paruppu keerai masiyal
Kootu

Paruppu Keerai Masiyal

Paruppu Keerai Masiyal, or Keerai Kadayal, is a nutritious South Indian dish made with Thoor Dhal and spinach. It’s easy to prepare and packed with health benefits, making it ideal for lunch or dinner with rice. The dish combines cooked dhal and spinach, seasoned with spices, resulting in a creamy, nutrient-rich meal.

Sweets

Apple Halwa

Apple Halwa is a rich, ghee-roasted dessert made by cooking apple pulp with sugar until thick, then finishing with cardamom and crunchy fried cashews. Serve spooned warm or cut into squares.