Meen Kuzhambu is famous in South India, and there are many versions of making this curry. We love this version of Kuzhambu, and it’s a no-fail recipe. We often buy fish and make this along with fish fry. The key to making good fish curry is the balanced amount of tamarind, spice powders, and Salt. […]
Here is another quick side to add to your bowl. Brussels Sprouts pan-roasted with whole cumin and mustard seeds, turmeric, and garam masala. If you don’t have whole seeds, use ground spices. Brussels Sprouts is another one of those veggies where I want to do more with it other than roasting it in the oven. […]
Onion Tomato chutney is a great accompaniment to idlis, dosa, upma, and even appams. It is very common in all South Indian homes. I make this onion chutney for dosas and idlis once a week. I love this chutney even as a spread for a sandwich. Though I have used pearl onions, you can also […]
Seeragam Milagu Sathumadhu (rasam) or Jeera Pepper Rasam, is a spicy South Indian soup that is usually taken as a detox medicine or when one is affected by cold and flu. Very simple rasam, takes about 15 minutes for the entire preparation. I’m going to show you the traditional way of cooking this rasam. Ingredients […]
The name of the dish itself tempts me a lot, I can survive for many days with this super tangy, delicious gravy prepared basically with tamarind extract and with other spices. My mom’s signature dish, she also used to add drumsticks and potatoes incase if case she ran out of brinjals in this mouth water […]
Easy Indian salmon curry recipe made spicy with chili powder, tomatoes, and onion. This is an easy weeknight meal that can be made in under 30 minutes. Salmon curry recipe is the easiest version of Salmon Kuzhambu, a South Indian style fish gravy. The authentic version of Indian seafood gravy requires many ingredients that may […]
Tandoori chicken gets its name from the bell-shaped tandoor clay oven, which is also used to make naan, or Indian flatbread. Skinless legs and thighs are marinated in a tenderizing mixture of yogurt, lemon juice, and spices, and the meat is slashed to the bone in several places, allowing the marinade to penetrate more effectively […]
Muringaila or Drumstick Leaves can be used in combination with Egg for preparing Thoran. It is a dry dish and goes well with Rice as a side dish. I love drumstick leaves stir-fried either with coconut or with egg. A healthy yet tasty drumstick leaves fry, which is an unknown recipe among many of us. […]
Masala Vada is a street snack and will be good along with a cup of tea. Masala Vada, a crispy and savory deep-fried fritter made from chana dal and spices, is a popular street food of South Indian cuisine. It is also known as Paruppu Vadai in Tamil Nadu. Besides chana dal, the other important ingredient […]
Asparagus is a vegetable that is not usually associated with Indian cooking. The long, bright green spears have tender tips while the tough ends are discarded. Asparagus is a nutrient-rich food that is high in folate and is a good source of potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, and thiamin. Many people tend […]