Sambar (Bitter Gourd, Radishes & Ground Spices) There is the simple Sambar (pronounced Saambaar) which has become such a popular dish all over India. Besides being a tasty, aromatic sauce/stew with vegetables, it is wonderfully healthy. But this Sambar here is a sort of exotic, gourmet Sambar, if you will. You use unusual vegetables and […]
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Easy Celery Rice
Easy Celery Rice If you would like to get a recipe for an easy, simple, tasty, nutritious dish, this is one of them! Even the laziest person cannot give an excuse! It is aromatic because of the Basmati rice, celery and mild spices. It can be made mild for kids. It can be used for […]
Tomato Raita
Tomato Raita Raita’s are essential with Spicy Indian Food. The Yogurt in the Raita equalizes the heat and spicy tastes of the Curries and Masala dishes. Raita’s are usually made with Cucumber and or Tomato. There are other kinds too, but these are the typical ones. They are healthy, tasty, mild and goes with any […]
Spinach and Dahl Stew
Some dishes taste great but are not healthy, or they can be eaten only with either bread or rice. But this item tastes great, is very healthy, looks pretty and is versatile too. You can enjoy it with rice, roti’s, tortillas, or toasted bread slices. If only Popeye had known this recipe, he need not have […]
Indian Taro Root Curry
Indian Taro Root Curry There are several kinds of Yams in India. This yam, called Taro Root, may look rough, knobbly or gruffy on the outside. But once cooked, roasted or fried with salt and spices, it is a different story altogether. It transforms into this colorful, tasty, yummy, spicy, gourmet dish that you wouldn’t […]
Tindora (Kovaikkai) Curry
Tindora or Kovaikkai Curry is probably one of the easiest recipes that I have come up with. Except for the difficulty of obtaining these vegetables, the rest is easy. So easy to make, very healthy, so tasty, so colorful, and just a little salt and oil is all that you really need. So it is […]
Aromatic Brown Sugar Pudding (Pongal)
Aromatic Brown Sugar Pudding (Pongal) This Aromatic Pudding using brown sugar is famous in India. It is a wonderful dessert and very unique. For a dessert it is pretty healthy, since it uses ingredients that have a lot of nutrients. But that does not compromise the taste of this dessert in any way. Hope you like […]
Refreshing Cucumber Raita
Cucumber Raita called “Pacchadi” in South India, is really a refreshing side dish. It is made with plain yoghurt, so it is cool, healthy, has a lot of protein and is very yummy. I call yoghurt “The Equalizer” because it does just that when you eat spicy and hot dishes. It equalizes not only your […]
Tasty Okra Curry
This recipe for Tasty and Beautiful Okra Curry should change all your preconceived notions about “The Goopy Okra” from a frozen Okra package. It is all in the wrist, i.e., how often you stir the dish ! Seriously, stir-frying on high or medium-high heat contributes to drying up the sticky substance. Mildly spiced and stir-fried, […]
Dosa Recipe (Plain & Masala Dosa with Ve
Dosa Recipe (Plain & Masala Dosa with Veggie Filling) Dosa is a gourmet dish, even in India in some places, except for South India where Dosa (called Dosai) is a staple food item, enjoyed almost every day. It has become very popular in North India too. Masala Dosa, pronounced “Masaala Dosa”, is a Plain Dosa, […]
Sambar with Bell Peppers
Sambar with Bell Peppers Sambar, pronounced “Saambaar”, is an amazing Indian Stew, a Vegetarian Gravy. It is delicious to taste, colorful in appearance, healthy in quality, also aromatic and flavorful. Onions are the popular vegetables for Sambar. I like to use Bell Peppers (capsicum) quite often as an easy alternative and it adds its own unique […]
Coconut Chutney
Coconut Chutney is a side dish or condiment used with Dosas and Idlis. It can also be used as a spread for sandwiches. It is delicious and has a unique taste that goes well with unique dishes such as Dosas and Idlis. Hover over the highlighted Keywords below for Images and/or Description of some of […]
