Cumin, a culinary must-have One of the indispensable spices that adorns kitchen shelves and provides wonderful taste and aroma in Indian cuisine is cumin. In addition to cooking, this spice has numerous therapeutic uses. In Ayurveda, it’s considered the best digestive tonic. This property is due to the essential oils in cumin. Scientific research has … [Read more…]
Bitter gourd curry is an excellent dish that combines all flavors. Know your Bitter Gourd Bitter gourd or bitter melon is an Asian vegetable. Unfortunately, its bitter taste turns off many people. You can’t cook anything bitterer than this vegetable. This plant contains a phytochemical that can lower blood sugar levels – a plus that … [Read more…]
I’m wishing you a Happy Deepavali with my almond and coconut energy balls. Almond and coconut energy balls are a delightful alternative to nuts. They are tasty, loaded with protein and fiber, and handy to carry around. I made them during Deepavali, the festival of lights. Deepavali won’t be as enjoyable if there are no … [Read more…]
Have you ever heard of Chapathi upma? Some of you might even be wondering what exactly am I talking about. Just as the name indicates, it is an upma made of chapati. Actually, I came across this dish when I was in the residential school. This was one of our tea-time snacks. Here, I have … [Read more…]
A sweet dish similar to pancake puffs made of rice and Jaggery. Wish you all a very happy Onam and a wonderful time with your family and friends. Unniyappam, the image of those fried sweet balls is sure to make you drool. If you have tried them once, then you will never forget the taste. … [Read more…]
Hi Friends, I am back with an irresistible Apple pori recipe. This one is something very similar to a snack from Kerala that many cannot resist. Yeah! You are absolutely right. I am talking about those deep fried fritters of ripe plantains, mmmm… the ever so yummy Pazham pori. Pazhampori is very close to … [Read more…]
This is the ultimate sambar recipe for me. An all time favorite that goes with anything and everything. You can even have it as a soup with a piece of chunky bread. Sambar is exceptionally versatile. It is aptly one of the the comfort foods of south India. A bowl of piping hot sambar with … [Read more…]
