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Accompaniment for Idly/Dosa, Chutney

KADAMBA CHUTNEY

May 16, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

Kadama means a mixture and kadamba chutney is a mixture of vegetables sauteed to perfection and blended with spices.I had this chutney at a hotel in kumbakonam when we were visiting temples of our family deity.The taste was so good,that I couldn’t help asking the people who served with what it was made.And when they told it was a mixture of vegetables I was curious and learnt the recipe from them.I tried this at home many a times but had time to click this weekend at leisure.You can have a variety of choice of vegetables other than I have choosen,this…

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Paneer, Side Dish for Roti

PANEER JALFREZI/PANEER RECIPES/SIDE DISH FOR ROTIS

May 14, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

Me and my hubby are not a big fan of paneer,but daughter dear loves it to the core.So whenever we go out to eat she would order one paneerrecipe.We had this paneer jalfrezi in a restaurant close to home called 1947.I had no clue of it’s taste but when it did came I found myself enjoying it with roomali rotis.So when Dhivya asked me to make that last week,I couldn’t resist myself in taking pictures as it was very colourful and a good balance of vegetables,paneer and spices.Paneer is always heathy,specially for kids as it has calcium and vitamin D.So…

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Authentic Brahmin Recipe, Rice Accompaniments, Thogayal/Podi

KOTHAMALLI PODI/CORIANDER LEAVES POWDER

May 11, 2015 by Nithya 2 Comments

This kothamalli podi or coriander leaves powder is one authentic recipe of our household.We all know of curry leaves powder,but this involves pounding of one or more spices together to a coarse form.My daughter loves it to the core and often asks my MIL to make it for her.This is an easy recipe and goes well with mor kuzhambu.The point to be noted here is you should use only fresh green leaves as the give a nice earthy flavour to the podi.The spices and chilles add a nice flavour and overall when mixed with rice tastes simply superb.Try this out…

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Raita/Pachadi, Rice Accompaniments

CAPSICUM TOMATO RAITA

May 8, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

We always look for accompaniments for the main dishes and they are always an added attraction to our main dish.Raitas are good sidedishes for any rice variety and when i made coriander rice last week i also made this capsicum tomato raita.The crunchiness of fried capsicum was well complimented with freshly chopped tomatoes.It is a very quick recipe and can be made by bachelors as well.I am posting this as my first bachelor recipe,so that it will be an easy side dish option for them.Do use fresh and unsour thick curd for better results.See recipe below.. Notes

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Chaat, Kids Recipes, Snacks

AAM CHANNA CHAAT

May 2, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

Summer time is here and we don’t like to eat anything at all.But there are lots of vitamins and minerals required by our body alongwith lots of fliuds.So keeeping that in view i made this salad chaat which can be a snack too.Whenever you are hungry make this and enjoy.It is loaded with proteins and with mangoes in it makes it all the more tangy.I make this whenever i can and this is so easy to make.You can make this in advance and keep it in fridge and serve chilled.Mangoes and channa are an unusual combo but works well for…

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Lunchbox Ideas, Pulao, Rice Variety

CORN PEAS PULAO/LUNCH BOX IDEA

April 22, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

One of the daily features is in my household is ‘what to pack for lunch’?I always ponder about this and try to include variety and health in each meal.So when i was running out of ideas i got this recipe from my friend who makes pulaos of different types.I was happy that this contained corn,my daughter’s favourite.You can alternatively make this with baby corn as well.I have kept the spices minimal,you can increase the amount if you want.Also for a change in colour and extra flavour,i have added green peas,it adds a nice crunch to the pulao and tastes great…

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Easy, No Onion No Garlic, Soups

CARROT GINGER SOUP

April 21, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

Soups are always comforting and give an additional attraction with a meal.Amidst all different soups,this carrot ginger soup stands apart as i have included many indian spices in it.Very soothing during cold cough this one is also a great appetizer and is very filling too and can be had in between meals.I have made this to times in my house and all liked it very much.I added caraway seeds and cumin to subside the sweetness of carrots.A different from the regular soups this will a nice hit in your homes.So do try and let me know.. Notes You can add…

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Karnataka Recipes, Side Dish for Roti

VEG SAGU/SIDE DISH FOR ROTI

April 20, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

It was on a trip to mysore many years back that i first tasted sagu.The spices were mild, gravy was filled with mixed vegetables and the texture soft and juicy.It was served with pooris and the taste was awesome.In karnataka poori sagu is phenominal.I have tried this many times for pooris and rotis too,but never licked it until one viewer requested to post this recipe.This is very easy to make and can be made in a matter of minutes.The good part is you can add all veggies and because of they are mixed kids won’t recognise what veggies are there…

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Breakfast Recipes, Oats

LEMON OATS

April 10, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

Morning time is always hectic for all of us and iam no exception.After doing all household chores in the mornings I sit with my healthy breakfast schedule.I don’t follow a strict regime but have started including more of oats these days in my diet.Normally it would be porridge but experimenting is fun.I made this for breakfast about a week back and it was so good that i thought i will be making this more often.Oats as we all know has fibre content and is easily digestable too.So over to a super quick breakfast. Notes

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Accompaniment for Idly/Dosa, Chutney

CORIANDER CHUTNEY/KOTHAMALLI CHUTNEY

April 2, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

Coriander or kothamalli chutney is one of easiest and quickest chutney varieties and the good part is it is healthy too.Iam planning a chutney series of adding many chutney recipes in my blog and this is a small step towards it.Coriander chutney has this freshness and it’s colour is appealing to the eyes.It tastes great with ilis and dosas.There is another version without coconut and that tastes great too.Now over to the simple recipe of coriander or kothamalli chutney.

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Snacks, Tiffin, Vada

THAYIR VADAI/CURD VADA

April 1, 2015 by Nithya Leave a comment

` Curd vadai or Thayir Vadai is one of our family favourites.I like to make it because of the creamy curd texture and vada when mixed gives an exotic flavour to the snack.Normally when i make make Medhu Vada or urad dal vada,i reserve some batter extra or make some vadas extra so that i can make this.It is healthy as it involves curd and tastes really awesome.I have seen in Iyengar functions and marriages,the making of this snack is mandatory and they add this to their lunch menu.When you are preparing medhu vada next time you know what to do,yes,try out this yummy recipe but without adding onions and let me know..

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    Hi, Welcome to my Blog! I am Nithya Ravi a passionate cook and food blogger, author and photographer. I have been involved with food since childhood and have been blogging for more than two years now. I have seen with my mom and grandmothers since my younger days, picking up stories in food and food related things. I dedicate this blog to my daughter and husband who have been in someway or the other involved with my blogging. I also would like to thank my mother-in-law whose is ever supporting and offers every piece of advice I ask for.

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