Background:
Poondu rasam is the somewhat distant cousin of the regular rasam I made. One that visited once in a blue moon. Being married to a person who’s definition of masala started with garlic, it is not easy to incorporate this pungent pod in most of my dishes. I would sneak it in sometimes in other […]
Continue reading about Poondu Rasam - a flavorful garlic soup with tomatoes and lentils
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
Background:
A good way to use up small amounts of dhals leftover. It is wholesome, nutritious and pretty filling. Goes well with rotis and or parathas. Also good as a hearty soup.
Stuff you will need:
A handful each of the following mixed, washed and soaked overnight or through the day.
Masoor dhal
Channa dhal
Kabuli channa
Cow eyed peas
Black whole urad […]
Continue reading about Rang birangi dhal - Mix of lentils simmered in a tomato onion gravy
Background:
I had friends over for lunch today and I usually make potatoes in addition to a ‘green’ vegetable. Normally, I pan roast the potatoes after steaming them in the pressure cooker. It usually is a hit or miss. Over the years I have watched others bake the potatoes to perfection and have always felt it […]
Continue reading about Baked, curried roasted potatoes - desi style
Background:
A recipe my cousin V shared. I am yet to try it out. She did and I am posting it because I feel the instructions are easy enough and it does sound yummy!
Thanks V!!
Stuff you will need:
1 Potato - cut into long thin fingers - optional
1/2 Pepper each - green, red, orange cut into long […]
Continue reading about Medley of vegetables with rich paneer - Vegetable Jalfrezie
