A quick stir-fried rice recipe that uses green papaya, mango, turmeric and a tadka of simple spices and nuts to make a one-pot meal that is ready in under 10 minutes. Great to pack in lunch boxes as well. Papaya was one fruit which I never valued when it was growing wildly in our backyard back…
Godhumai Pidi Kozhukkatai {Sweet Wheat Flour Dumplings}
Steamed, healthy, easy to make, sweet wheat flour dumplings (kozhukkatai) are the perfect after-school snack or breakfast. When I was little, one of my favorite foods (read – ‘the only breakfast that I ate without making a face’) were steamed, sweet kozhukkattai a.k.a, dumplings. Traditional kozhukkatai is made with rice flour with some freshly grated…
Orange Iced Tea
Nothing says summer like a pitcher full of refreshing southern iced tea. This recipe flavored with homemade orange syrup is perfect for lazy summer days on the porch, your summer barbecue cookouts and parties! Ah, iced tea! Our favorite beverage to order when dining out. Boy especially loves it (and, I let him have it!)….
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
A moist and decadent chocolate bread made healthier by adding a generous amount of shredded zucchini, this can be eaten as a snack, for breakfast or even dessert. Topped with chocolate chips and almond flakes, this chocolate zucchini bread is every bit as delicious as it is pretty! Baking healthy, quick breads on a Friday…
Apple Coconut Burfi
Make these colorful and easy apple and coconut fudge bars (burfi or barfi) for a delicious treat. Soft, slightly chewy and utterly delicious, these moreish burfi are made with the goodness of juicy red apples and fresh coconut, flavored with cardamom and saffron, and topped with pistachios and almonds. As I sit down to draft…
Mutton Chukka Varuval {South Indian Mutton Fry}
This pan-roasted mutton fry is made by cooking tender goat meat in caramelized onions, ginger, garlic and other spices. The meat is done when it is dark, spicy and falls off the bone. Pairs great with rice dishes and flat-breads alike or as a side with cocktails. It is probably not the best thing for…
Mango-Berry Layered Lassi Popsicles
Fruity, creamy and delicious, these colorful layered lassi popsicles are made by layering mango lassi and berry lassi. With a hint of cardamom and mint, these yogurt pops are the best summer treats! My favorite summer activity is coming up different kinds of popsicles. No kidding. And fruity ones are my absolute favorite. Remember I…
Cardamom Mint Lassi
One of the most delicious and healthiest summer drinks ever, the traditional sweet lassi (Indian yogurt beverage) is really easy to make. This recipe has been flavored with cardamom and fresh mint leaves for a creamy, delightful drink. Mother Nature can’t seem to make up her mind. Sometimes it is sunny and warm like spring…
Chicken & Potatoes In Creamy Lemon Sauce
It’s been a while since I posted a roast chicken recipe. Those are my favorite. So little work, such delicious food. Comforting, warm and nourishing, a platter of roast chicken and vegetables is enough to lift our moods at dinner time. While the sign of good roast meat is non-soggy meat, sometimes, just sometimes, I…
Paneer Badam Kheer
Contrary to what people think, food bloggers do not spend 24 hours slaving over a stove. Or do they? Am I missing out on something? I don’t think so. I think that depending on the situation, cooking can either be a chore or fun. It cannot be fun all the time, can it? But if…
Orange Crinkle Cookies
I seriously need to stop with my orange obsession. I know it is getting old for you guys and I seem to be repeating myself when I say, “I love oranges!” But, I do. We do so much at our home. So much so that every sweet goody I baked for the mister’s birthday earlier…
How To Make An Upside-Down Cake With Any fruit
Whenever I bake, I have this childish habit of knocking the cake pan on the counter-top thrice and crossing my fingers to make sure it is a good bake. As much as I love experimenting with recipes, wasting ingredients is something that annoys me very much. So I take some help from lady luck to…
