Background:
Quick and easy. My favorite snack and at times dinner. Packs in goodness of colorful veggies and the crunch of desi sev and puris. Lends itself to infinite customization and can be made with as many or as less ingredients on hand.
Stuff you will need:
2 cups bhel mix or a combo of thin sev, murmura […]
Continue reading about Chaat - Bhel Puri a.k.a crunchy colorful spicy salad
Background:
Considering parupu usili is a favorite in our household and morkuzhambu is often spoken of in the same breath, it is only natural that I feel the need to record my way of making this no fuss side.
Stuff you will need:
Thick curds - 1 cup
Coconut gratings - 2 handfuls
Green chillies - 5
Ginger - 1/2 […]
Continue reading about Morkuzhambu - Buttermilk gravy spiced with coconut and cumin
Background:
As a new bride I struggled to make thayir like amma made. I tried to emulate what I had seen her do with drastically different results. Over the years, talking to old hands at this, I have discovered a way that makes my thayir almost as good as hers. This applies to colder climes.
Stuff you […]
Continue reading about Homemade Thayir, Dahi, Curds or Yogurt in colder climes
Background:
For a twist in the regular vatral kuzhambu, my mom adds ground nuts or kabul channa. As kids this was one of our favorite dishes. So, with amma visiting I figured this was the best time to record the recipe for later.
Stuff you will need:
Tamarind - the size of a small lemon soaked and juice […]
Continue reading about Kadalai Kuzhambu - Spicy tamarind soup with groundnuts
