Breakfast Recipes, Dosa Varieties, Snacks

VEG KARA DOSA

If you have eaten at saravana bhawan then you the taste of kara dosa.Simply irresistable.I don’t miss it whever i go there and have tried and tasted many a times in my kitchen.It is very popular among kids and they end up eating all the veggies without fuss.This can be made for dinner too or as an evening snack.The vegetables have to be fresh here as the filling won’t be tasty then.The stuffing i made in the morning and when my daughter invited her friends over in the evening i made these.You cantry this as a filling breakfast too.Simply tasty.See…

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Snacks, Tiffin

VAZHAIPOO VADAI/EVENING SNACKS

It was at at myapore karpagamba vilas that i first tasted this unique banana flower or vazhaipoo vadai.I was wondering how it would taste and lo!It was heavenly.The texture was soft on the inside and crisp on the outside.I have tried this at home many times and this saturday could make it again and click as well.The removal of stamen from the floret of banana flower is a tough job.Normally from preventing of stain in the palms i apply coconut oil and then remove.It is a good tip really.After that chopping is to be done and cut pieces clearly immersed…

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Potato Recipes, Snacks

ALU BONDA/EVENING SNACKS

Alu bonda is one irresisable snack,which is why my hubby is so fond of it.I generally prepare snacks for the evening on weekends for all to enjoy and this was one such occasion where i could click as well.It is another matter that all were waiting patiently for the pictures to be taken and a big thanks for that.Moving to the recipe alu bonda is nothing but potato curry stuffed in gram flour batter and deep fried.If you invite guests over you can prepare this stuffing well in advance.When you want them to be made you can fry and serve.Now…

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International Recipes, Kids Recipes, Snacks

ROSEMARY CORN VEG DELIGHT

Not long back from Nilgiris i bought a pack of dried rosemary. I was not sure what i could make with otherwise uncommon herb in my kitchen, but when my daughter ordered a particular continental cuisine in a nearby restuarant she liked the aroma and the taste of the dish which contained this flavourful herb called rosemary.So i did a simple curry like thing which can be used as a tortilla wrap,roti rolls or can be simply eaten as well.Rosemary is not an indian herb,but it is widely used in the italian cuisine.They have a slightly bitter and astringent taste.The…

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Authentic Brahmin Recipe, Snacks, Tiffin, Traditional Recipes, Vada

THAVALA VADA

No this is not ordinary vada,but vada with a twist.Yet again a recipe known to a few i found this during my recent visit to my mother’s place.She learnt it from her granny and this recipe is a tanjore district speciality.Many make it like bonda balls but i like to make this as i was taught and it’s crunchy and chewy with coconut pieces in the middle,it’s awesome.The smooth lentils and crispy rice gives a tasty outer and soft inner texture to the thavala vadas.The highlight here is the fusion of different type of lentils and rice.This is a filling…

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Bread Recipes, Breakfast Recipes, Kids Recipes, Paneer, Snacks

BREAD PANEER ROLL

Bread Paneer Roll is one of the easiest and quickest snack varieties which can make you feel a proud mom.Your kids are going to jump with joy for sure when you make this.I made this on a weekend and Dhivya was more than happy.Paneer is always good for children and i don’t waste a chance to include it in her diet.So this one was enjoyed by her to heart’s content.I also wanted to include corn kernels, but since I didn’t have stock, couldn’t do so.These rolls can be made for breakfast or as an evening snack.Always filling and scrumptious.

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Rice Accompaniments, Snacks

BHINDI KURKURE

When i want something crunchy, tasty and crispy and want to serve with lunch bhindi kurkure comes to my mind first.It is so yum that you can’t stop at one.I had it for the first time at a lunch party hosted by my friend and it was served with bisi bele bath.You can have it with sambhar rice as well.There are also other options to have such as having it as a tea time snack too.So suit yourself and make it and serve as you wish.I prefer adding spices mildly,but it is entirely your choice to adjust your level. Scroll…

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Snacks, Tiffin

CHILLI BAJJI/MOLAGA BAJJI

If i say monsoon snacks,the first thing that comes to my mind is this chilli /molaga bajji.Simply drooling while typing this.Yum yum..Well just an excuse,don’t worry tastes great even when there is no rain this chilli bajji is an awesome snack item.I made this on a saturday evening and all enjoyed to the core.I also like a North indian version of this which i intend to post later.The batter is just normal bajji batter and can be made in no time.Try out this as an snack and enjoy with your family..

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Snacks, Tiffin

KEERAI VADAI

Iam always fond of vadais and this keerai vadai is so crisp and full of flavour i can’t tell you.It was on one of these raint days i made this and weather was just an excuse.For me to make and feed my family is the joyous and likable things to do and i enjoyed making these cute little fritters..Spinach has all the iron and minerals and kids who hate eating these greens would surely love to grab a bit on these.Serve as a starter or an evening snack or tiffin this one will please all.I have made these vadais with…

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Snacks, Vada

MASALA VADA

Masala vada is the favourite snack which cannot be stopped eating at just two or three.Yes,i usually end up making a little extra batter so that i can pack for my hubby next day also along with lunch to his office.I generally make this on weekend evenings and serve it as a snack,but you can serve with your lunch menu as well when you want an elaborate lunch or you invite friends over.A crispy snack made out of toor and channa dal this vada is simply irresistable.Scroll down for an easy and tasty recipe and try this for your family…

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Snacks, Starters

DHOKLA

Come saturdays and sundays it is always demand time at home.Daughter and hubby like to have evening snacks on wekends and it is always different each time.Dhokla is one of the fastest and easiest snacks or starter of the gujarati/rajasthani cuisine.I used to have it at the famous Bikanerwala shop at delhi during school days.This can be made in no time only preparing the batter is the work here.As i wanted to have a change from the usual snack varieties i made dhokla last week.See recipe below and enjoy hassel free making of these soft indulgence. Notes Add grated carrots…

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