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Description: Do you crave for more green leafy vegetables and in the lookout for some new varieties to try? Then, this recipe is for you!! Have you tried Collard greens lately?? Never expect any Oohs and aahs, they are definitely bitter with distinctive taste and tough texture, similar to Drumbstick leaves. If you can handle that then this is…
Eral, colloquially pronounced as “era / இறா” is one of the most popular pick among seafood varieties. Eral, as in Tamil refers to prawn / shrimp and varuval refers to a dry stir fry / dry curry. Eral Varuval / Prawn Fry, is a south Indian style prawn fry which is extremely simple, straight forward pantry ingredients and takes just…
Kadalai Urundai – There are a few moments in our life when we are truly and completely happy. Simple pleasures , innocent feelings, good old days.. What pops in your mind?? Verkadalai urundai (kadala mittai) is one street side snack which reminds me of those kind of happy days. This is the treat most of us must have enjoyed during…
There are certain recipes which I cook often and among them chicken curry stands first. Instead of just doing the regular curry I add few new ingredients here and there to give a twist and make it different from routine. Adding mint leaves to the curry could be one better option, it adds immense flavor to the dish and also…
This chutney requires little time to be made, goes well with idli and dosa.
Here’s something hearty and healthy for these cold wintry days. Usually or mostly Black eyed peas makes us think of a sundal recipe or quick salad recipe. But they pair well with gravies too. They are real friendly with most common veggies like brinjal, bottlegourd and drumstick. Moreover you don’t have to break your head about pre-soaking overnight, these are softer dried peas and require just about 10 minutes of soaking time. Here’s a light version of kara kuzhambu recipe made with black eyed peas and drumstick which when accompanied by plain rice and appalam will complete a full course meal.
Kuzhambu / Kulambu / Kaaramani / Thatta Payir Kuzhambu / Kongu Samayal / Puli Kuzhambu
One quick sweet for any occasion with no chance for flops. This laddu is usually made during Krishna Jayanthi pooja / Gokulashtami but really don't need an occasion, this can be a simple treat any time.
Pottukadalai Laddu / Split roasted gram laddu / MaaLaddu / Maladu / Maladoo / Laddu / Pottu Kadalai Urundai / Dalia Laddu / Udacha Kadalai Urundai / Odacha Kadalai Urundai
Horse Gram / Kollu seeds are generally known to us as cattle feed but its also good for our health. Great remedy for cold, cough and body aches. Good source of protein and iron. Most of all helps in loosing weight. Lets steal atleast few of those good qualities by including it in our diet atleast once a week. Rasam will be one good choice to start with when you introduce this legume to your family.
Kollu Rasam / Kollu Chaaru / Ullavu Rasam / Horse gram Rasam / கொள்ளு / Ulavalu Charu
Few days back, I got lucky to find drumstick leaves at Patel Bros and they were surprisingly fresh. I couldn't resist my hands grabbing a few stalks… here we are not talking bunches as they are extremely expensive. So picked about 6 long stalks which should be sufficient to feed 3 adults. I remember the moment I left the store, after that, my mind was filled with thoughts as to how to prepare these healthy greens. My top pick was preparing it as poriyal which we serve with rice. This keerai is a familiar side for Kezhvaragu Koozh.
Adyar Grand Sweets Style Kothamalli / Coriander Thooku!
