There is something about simple Pal Payasam that can gladden the glummest of hearts. The key to good pal payasam is patience, patience, and more patience. 🙂 And of course, full-fat milk. The recipe is very simple, it is the patience that matters. It takes the milk more than hour to reduce. How to Make Pal Payasam…
Pal Payasam | Doodh ki Kheer
Kajjikayalu | Karanji
Now that Navaratri is coming to a close, and Deepavali/Diwali is around the corner, it is time to think of all the lovely savoury and sweet snacks that are a hallmark of this season. One of the most popular sweets of this season is Kajjikayalu. Called Karanji in Maharashtra, this is a very easy sweet to…
Sheera | Sooji Halwa
Sharada Navaratri means a different sweet and savoury naivedyam everyday for nine days. That can be quite a challenge for me because most days, I have to make whatever I choose to before I go to work at about 8:30 AM. One perennial favourite in our home is Sheera or Suji Halwa or Rava Kesari, as it is called…
Nimmakaya Pulihora | Elumichai Sadam | Lemon Rice
Lemon Rice is one of the ever popular one-dish meals in South India.
It is super easy to make and is a crowd favourite.
Bendakaya Vepudu (Bhindi Fry or Oka Stir Fry)
Bendakaya Vepudu is a very easy to make koora that is ready in a jiffy and an absolute delight as a side-dish for pappu pulusu annam, sambhar rice, or simple curd rice. Ingredients Bendakaya/Bhindi/Okra – 1/2 Kg Oil – 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder – 1/2 tsp Salt to Taste Method Wash and dry the bendakaya. Chop…
Rava Idli (Suji Idli, Semolina Dumplings)
While I love idlis, I sometimes run out of batter. This is where Rava Idlis come in. They are a quick and easy to make and are also a bit more spicier than Idlis. Rava Idlis are especially handy in winter or the monsoon when the idli batter simply refuses to ferment! or When you have unexpected…
Teepi Magai Pachadi (Sweet Magai Chutney)
In earlier posts, I had written about a pickle called Magai and a savoury chutney that we make with it called Magai Perugu Pachadi. Today, I am writing about another kind of Maagai Pachadi; this time a sweet one called Teepi Magai Pachadi or Magai Bellam Pachadi. I absolutely love this version of maagai pachadi as a…
Moong Bhaji (Green Gram Curry/Pesalu Koora)
This is a simple Moong bhaji that I make often to have with rotis. It is very easy to make, protein-rich, and is not calorie laden. Ingredients Moong/Green Gram – 1 Cup Onion (optional) – 1 Medium Tomato – 1 Large Garam Masala – 1/2 tsp Ginger Garlic Paste (optional) – 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder…
Pudalangai Kootu or Potlakai Kootu (Snake Gourd Curry)
Pudalangai Kootu or Potlakaya Kootu (Snake Gourd Curry) is one of those easy to make side dishes that goes very well with both rice and roti. Ingredients Pudlangai, Potlakaya, or Snake Gourd – 1/2 Kilo Kandi Pappu or Tuvar Dal- 1/3 Cup Grated Fresh Coconut – 3 tbsp Rice Flour – 1 tsp Pepper Corns – 6…
Pappu Pulusu – 2
Pappu Pulusu uses garlic, cloves, and cinnamon. It is a great favourite with us especially in the winter when it warms us up. Ingredients Kandi Pappu/Tuvar Dal – 1 Cup Tamarind Pulp – 1 tbsp Garlic Cloves – 3 Cloves – 3 Cinnamon – 1″ piece Madras Onions/Shallots – 8 to 10 Tomato – 1 Small…
Pappu Pulusu – 1
Pappu Pulusu is a simple stew made with lentils, vegetables and tamarind. It is a staple in Andhra homes and can be considered a spice-less version of Sambhar. Ingredients Kandi Pappu/Tuvar Dal – 1 Cup Tamarind Pulp – 1 tbsp Madras Onions/Shallots – 8 to 10 (optional) Tomato – 1 Small Baby Aubergine/Brinjal – 1 Drumstick –…
Vangi Bhaat (Vankaya Annam or Aubergine/Brinjal/Eggplant Rice)
Vangi Bhaat is one of those classic dishes that is popular at Maharashtrian weddings and religious functions. I have always loved its mild flavour and am tempted to make it every time I see small plump brinjals (vangi = brinjals in Marathi) in the market. Adding the star anise segment is a secret that one of my Maharashtrian friends…
