Dhall Makhani – Mood For Cooking!
- 10
- May
- 2011
Dal Makhani: Once upon a time…when I was studying in New Delhi, they used to serve Dal Makhani in our hostel, quite often! Let me refresh your memory by saying ‘Makhani’ means buttery. Somehow, our cook completely misses the whole idea of adding it to the dish! He exactly knows how to ruin a particular […]
Mutta Masala – Hot and Spicy!
- 09
- May
- 2011
Egg Masala: Chettinad Style Egg Masala. Egg Chettinad. Muttai Masala Varuval. Mutta Varuthadhu. Ingredients: Eggs 4-6 boiled n peeled Salt Turmeric 1/4 spoon Chili powder 1 spoon Fresh tamarind 1 large pod Sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon Curry leaves few. Spices Required: Dry coconut 2 spoons Coriander seeds 2 spoons Fenugreek seeds 1/4 spoon Poppy seeds […]
Cauliflower Masala Dosa – Fiber Rich Alternate!
- 08
- May
- 2011
Cauliflower Masala Dosai: Ingredients: Dosa batterOil few spoons. For The Filling: Cauliflower cut into small floretsGreen chilies 3 choppedGinger 1″ mincedGarlic 1 clove mincedOnion 1 large choppedSaltTurmericChili powder 1 teaspoonCilantro leaves fewOil few spoonsCoriander seeds 4-7Cumin seeds 1/4 spoon. Method: In a wide wok, heat oil. Add the tempering spices followed by chilies, ginger-garlic and […]
Meat-Green Onions Soup: Other Names: Goat’s meat and Spring onions Soup. Iraichi-Vengaya thaal Soup. Ingredients: Meat with bones 1/4 kiloSpring onions 1 large bunchRed onions 1 medium slicedGinger 1″ gratedGarlic 2 cloves minced (use 7-10 pods, if you like)Soy sauce 1 tablespoonWhite pepper powder 1-2 spoonsOil few spoons. Method: Cook mutton till tender in a […]
Qeema Kofta Shorba – A Little Bit Of More
- 06
- May
- 2011
Kheema Kofta Soup: Other Names: Mutton Kola Urundai Soup. Minced Meat Balls Soup. Mutton Keema Kofta Soup. Kaima Kofta Soup. Ingredients: For Kofta For Soup Oil few spoonsOnion 1 small bulbGreen chili 1Garlic 1″ gratedGarlic 1 clove mincedTomato 1 crushedMutton broth 4-6 cupsEgg 1 numberCilantro leaves fewPepper powder to taste Method: In a wide wok, […]
Plantain Stem Sambar – My Mom’s Favorite:)
- 06
- May
- 2011
Vazhai Thandu Sambar: Other Names: Banana Tree’s inner Stem in Lentil’s based Curry. Ingredients: Plantain stem – tender, slicedThuvar Dal 1 cup Onion 1 largeTomato 1 largeSaltTurmeric powder 1/4 spoonChili powder 1 spoonSambar Powder(home made) 1-2 spoonsTamarind paste 1 spoonGhee or oil few spoonsCilantro leaves to garnish. For Tempering: Mustard seeds 1/2 spoonCumin seeds 1/2 […]
Poosanikai Mor Curry – Refresh Your Meal Time!
- 05
- May
- 2011
Vellai Poosanikai Mor Kuzhambu: Other Names: White Pumpkin in Curd based Curry. Ash Gourd in Yogurt’s Curry. Winter Melon in Yogurt’s Curry. I have witnessed people using a whole head of white pumpkin to avoid an imaginary evil eye (Dhrishti / much like witchcraft) in India. That is, if you take a stroll through the […]
Poblano Peppers Curry – Touch Of Spices
- 05
- May
- 2011
Mirchi Ki Salan:(Broiled, not Fried) Other Names: Pablano Peppers Curry. Mirchi Salan. Milagai Kuzhambu. Ingredients: Poblano peppers 4-6Turmeric 1/4tspoonCoriander seeds powder1/2 tspoonChili powderSalt to tasteAsafoetidaMustard seeds 1/4 spoonCurry leaves few Roast Each Separately and Powder Them Together: PeanutsSesame seedsCumin seeds Fry These in Oil and Wet Grind To Thick Paste: OnionTomatoGarlic gratedGinger gratedTamarind pulp 1 […]
Bhagara Lauki – Tempt Your Senses!
- 04
- May
- 2011
Soraikai Masala: Bhagara Lauki. Dudhikaya Kura. Bottle Gourd Spicy Curry.Sorakaya Kura. Did I ever mention that I am kind of square when it comes to cooking! I try to balance every meal that I cook…with one fiber, a portion of protein and little carbohydrate. I actually plan a week’s menu much ahead before even shopping […]
Bitter Gourd – Dry Coconut Stir-Fry
- 03
- May
- 2011
Kobbari Kakarkaye: Other Names: Pavakai-Kopparai Varuval. Karela Chukka Nariyal ka Subzi. Kaakarkai Kura. When it comes to cooking, I never complicate (at least intentionally) the procedures! I cook once a day in the evening and pack the same for the next day’s lunch. So, I really take good care and try nothing goofy to ruin […]
