logo
Food Advertising by
Curry with Coconut, No Onion No Garlic, Rice Accompaniments

RED CABBAGE CORN CURRY

November 14, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

This red cabbage corn curry is a rare thing at home since hubby dosn’t have a liking for red cabbage.But for daughter’s sake i made this curry coupled with corn which is not only nutritious but easy to make as well.I have made it with coconut so you can have it with rice and any south indian gravy.I have tasted this in amarriage and was not certain how it would taste,but when i saw Dhivya enjoying it changrd my mind and made it for her last week.It was tasting so good and i think i’ll be making this often now.See…

Read more
Authentic Brahmin Recipe, Easy, Rasam, Rice Accompaniments, Traditional Recipes

GODDU RASAM

November 13, 2014 by Nithya 1 Comment

Goddu rasam,yes it is a very good rasam.Not jokingbelieve me it is a very tempting and flavourful rasam.My MIL often makes it and it is a rasam where toor dal is tempered and not cooked and added to the thin gravy.Amongst the many varieties of rasam made this one hails from tanjore district of Tamil Nadu.A very simple dish which can be made when you want no elaborate proceedures and yet want a comfort and filling meal.Can we see the recipe now? Notes

Read more
Authentic Brahmin Recipe, Dry Curry, Rice Accompaniments, Traditional Recipes

CLUSTER BEANS PARUPPU USILI

November 11, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

Paruppu usili is a traditional tamil brahmin curry variety had with rice and gravy.Lentils are soaked, ground and steamed then crumbled and mixed with boiled veggie in this casa clucter bean or kotthavarangai in tamil.Usually this is a great combo with Mor kuzhambu but tastes as much good with vatha kuzhambu as well.You can try the same recipe with french beans as well.Follow this proceedure and enjoy a traditional meal with your loved ones. Notes

Read more
Authentic Brahmin Recipe, Kuzhambu Varieties, Rice Accompaniments, Traditional Recipes

PEPPER KUZHAMBU/MILAGU KUZHAMBU

November 9, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

Unlike the usual varieties of tamarind based gravies or kuzhambu this pepper kuzhambu is not only spicy but combats with cold and body pain as well.Yes,it has many health benefits and i would love to have during rainy season and this gravy naturally gives heat to the body.It helps in digestion and is full of flavour and when had with hot rice and sesame oil drizzled over,simply tastes divine.You can make this in ajiffy and can serve as a main course for a lazy sunday afternoon.I personally like to have it with any raita,suits very well,try this and you’ll like…

Read more
Easy, Kootu

CABBAGE KOOTU

November 8, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

We all like to have simple yet healthy and filling menu sometimes and from the elaborate preparations stick to a wholesome quick food.This cabbage kootu aptly fits the category and and i prefer it on lazy afternoons with hot rasam.Kootu is a stew made out of many vegetables such as chayote or chow chow,pumpkin,snake gourd to name a few.Each one can be made differently and the choice is yours.It is less time consuming to prepare,tasty and flafourful too.Cabbage is otherwise very bland having no taste of it’s own,but considering the fact it is healthy i have added a few spices…

Read more
Snacks, Tiffin

KEERAI VADAI

November 7, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

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…

Read more
Snacks, Vada

MASALA VADA

November 6, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

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…

Read more
Kids Recipes, Paneer, Starters

PANEER 65/PANEER RECIPES

October 24, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

Paneer in any form is liked by my daughter,so when Dhivya wanted something to munch in her holidays and the rain was pouring heavily i made this paneer65.Since it is a fried item you can have it as an evening snack or when planning it for dinner you can have it as a starter as well.An easy to make recipe with a very few steps you can make these in no time and satisfy the demands of your kids.This can be made with cauliflower as well. Notes You can add cauliflower florets in place of paneer cubes,but make sure you…

Read more
Diwali Snacks, Indian Festival Recipes, Snacks, Traditional Recipes

MADRAS MIXTURE

October 16, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

No celebration is complete without sweets and savouries and this Madras Mixture is an amalgamation of many savouries put together and tastes great with piping hot coffee.Each Diwali it is a kind of ritual to prepare this and this year it is no different.I always make omapodi my daughter’s favorite along with hubby’s ribbon pakoda. Given below are the links to the recipes that go into making Madras Mixture. You can add kara sev which i have in my blog,and also thenkuzhal. The variations are endless and you can suit your taste and liking accordingly. OMAPODI

Read more
Rasam, Rice Accompaniments

LEMON RASAM

October 3, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

Rasam is one comfort as far iam concerned.A light lentil based soup normaly flavoured with tomatoes and spices it tastes awesome.Lemon rasam on the contrary uses only lemon and chilllies and i often prepare during weekends since hubby likes it a lot.S ince it is very light you can drink it as a soup as well and serve as a starter with papad.Easy and simple which can be prepared in a jiffy ,what more do you want for wekend lunch?See recipe and make it and see your family’s reaction.Ofcourse they’ll love it for sure. Notes

Read more
Lunchbox Ideas, Rice Variety

CAPSICUM LEMON RICE/LUNCH BOX IDEA

October 1, 2014 by Nithya Leave a comment

 Lemon rice is a famous all time lunch box option.But in my house it is a no no from both hubby and daughter.But each day what shall i pack?I ponder this always and i sometimes it becomes difficult to decide.Lemon rice is a great travel food as well and we also prepare for Adi Perukku festival and offer to god.This becomes Neivedhyam to many festivals as well.While thinking of making a twist with the regular lemon rice i just added finely chopped capsicums while tempering.Normally only tempering is done and mixed with rice,but you can try this for a change.See the simple yet tasty recipe of capsicum lemon rice.Will soon post the regular lemon rice as well.Now try uot a hand on thas capsicum lemon rice.

Read more

  • Categories

  • Youtube Channel

  • Amazon

  • About Me

    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.

  • Kitchen Connection

    Bounusapp Award
Follow me @ nithyaskitchen