MENTHI VANKAYA RECIPE [ Andhra Style Fenugreek Spiced Baingan ] BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR Methi Vangaya is a stuffed baingan sabzi where brinjal is stuffed with spice powders and then fried until it becomes soft and crispy. Serve this delicious Baingan Ki Sabzi along with Sambar and Steamed Rice. INGREDIENTS Baby brinjal – 500 grms Oil
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SOUTHINDIAN STYLE DRUMSTICK PULP COCONUT CURRY Drumstick helps in purifying the blood of toxins and making our organs function better. They further act as a potent antibiotic agent. Consuming drumsticks on a regular basis may help you streamline blood circulation well. Constantly changing weather and hectic lifestyle takes a toll on the immune system. Drumsticks are rich in proteins and
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VAZHAKKAI VARUVAL / SIMPLE RAW BANANA FRY SOUTHINDIAN STYLE Raw bananas can help maintain the body’s electrolyte balance and support healthy kidney functions. Raw bananas or green bananas comprise most essential vitamins and minerals. Raw bananas are specifically rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin B6. They help in weight loss. Raw bananas are rich in fibre. … Good for heart health. Raw bananas are a rich source
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EASY AND SIMPLE PANEER CHILLI GRAVY Chilli Paneer is a Indo Chinese Recipe but can be very well paired up with fried rice / noodles as well. It is one of the popular street food from the Indian Chinese cuisine. There are many ways of making it. You can make it dry, semi dry or a even a
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BHAVNAGAR STREET FOOD /KATHIYAWADI STREET FOOD / BHOOGLA BATATA /BHUNGARA BATETA / BHUNGARA LASSONIYA BATETA BY DISHA LAHORI Bhungra Bateta is a street food from Saurashtra .Bhungra are fried pipes made from rice flour, just like fryums Bhungara Bateta is a popular spicy and zesty street food of Gujarat. A unique dish of spicy baby potatoes along
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RED LOBIA / LAL CHOWLI / KARAMANI GRAVY [ Black eyed beans, cow peas, Lobhiya, lobiya, chawli, chavli, Karamani ] INGREDIENTS Red lobia – 1 cup Onion – 1 chopped Tomato – 2 Ginger + garlic paste – 2 tsp Turmeric pwdr – ½ tsp Red chilli pwdr – 1 ½ tsp or as per taste
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CRISPY PANEER 65 BY PINKY ALISINGHANI INGREDIENTS Paneer – 250 grms Ginger garlic paste – 2 tsp Chilli powder – 1 tsp or as per taste Coriander powder – ½ tsp Jeera powder – ½ tsp Chaat masala – ¼ tsp Garam masala – ½ tsp Salt to taste Cornflour – 2 tbsp Lemon juice
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HEALTHY DRUMSTICK DAL FOR KIDS Drumstick loaded with iron, calcium and essential vitamins, fibre and antioxidants fight infections, bolsters immunity and keep diseases at bay. One of the most important health benefits of drumsticks is that it promotes a healthy bone structure due to the presence of high amount of calcium and iron that not only help build
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CHOW CHOW SAMBAR / CHAYOTE SQUASH SAMBAR It is a traditional and popular sambar in south India. It can be served for lunch along with the steamed rice or as a side dish with the idli/dosa. The flavor of shallots and garlic enhance the taste of the sambar. Lets look at the method of making
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DRUMSTICK ALOO CURRY RECIPE Consuming drumsticks on a regular basis may help you streamline blood circulation well. Constantly changing weather and hectic lifestyle takes a toll on the immune system. Powerful Health Benefits of Drumsticks Rich source of vitamins and minerals. Drumstick leaves are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. … Regulates blood sugar levels. The high blood sugar level is the main
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CLUSTER BEANS MOONG DAL PORIYAL / KOTHAVARANGAI PARUPPU PORIYAL Gawar or cluster beans is a summer vegetable. It contains gylconutrients that help in controlling blood sugar levels. These beans are low in glycemic index and therefore, do not cause rapid fluctuations in the blood sugar levels when you eat them. Health benefits of Cluster Beans Full of Nutrients. …
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KERALA STYLE RAW MANGO COCONUT CURRY /PACHA MANGA CURRY Pacha Manga(raw mango) curry is a very simple yet delicious curry to serve with steamed rice.This curry has the perfect blend of spice & sour flavours. A very simple , easy and quick recipe to prepare. BENEFITS OF RAW MANGO 1: Kill the intense summer heat.
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HOMEMADE VEGETARIAN FOOD FOR DOG /NUTRITIOUS VEG DOG FOOD RECIPE/BEST VEG DOG FOOD / SAVE MONEY WITH HOMEMADE DOG FOOD Pets provide a great way to de-stress during especially during the lockdown . During the lockdown, many pets were adopted and welcomed home Loneliness has been a significant issue affecting the mental and physical health of people during the
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RAW MANGO SEVAI Eating raw mangoes can help us in many ways. It is rich in vitamin A and vitamin E that enhances one’s hormonal system. It prevents dehydration; raw mango replenishes the reserves of sodium chloride. It cures stomach disorders such as constipation, bloating, indigestion and diarrhoea. INGREDIENTS Rice Noodles 1 PKT [ I used Anil
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Beetroot Oats Bread/ Home made Milk Bread /Sandwich Vegetable bread RAKHIS RASOI A delicious and fun coloured bread made from raw beetroot and oats METHOD FOR MORE RECIPES CLICK ON THE NAMES BELOW:- YOU TUBE CHANNEL – https://www.youtube.com/c/KitchenQueens WHAT TO COOK FOR BREAKFAST ? – https://maryzkitchen.com/what-to-cook-for-breakfast/ CAKE RECIPES – https://maryzkitchen.com/?S=cake VEG RECIPES – https://maryzkitchen.com/?S=Veg COOKING
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MOCHAI KULAMBU / MOCHAI KOTTAI KARA KUZHAMBU RECIPE / TANGY FIELD BEANS CURRY Field beans are packed with nutrients. Mainly, they are loaded with protein, folate and numerous other vitamins and minerals. Mochakottai [ in tamil ] – Vicia faba, the vaal dal or Broad Bean, Fava Bean, Faba Bean, Field Bean, is a species of bean (Fabaceae) native
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HOMEMADE PAV BHAJI MASALA POWDER પાવ ભાજી / Tawa Pav Bhaji from HomeMadePavBhajiMasala / बाजार जैसी पाव भाजी BY RAKHIS RASOI Pav bhaji masala as the name suggests is a blend of spices used in the preparation of the bhaji used in Pav Bhaji. It combines spices like red chillies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black pepper, cinnamon, clove, black
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CAPSICUM MASALA INGREDIENTS TO MAKE GRAVY 3 medium size capsicum 1 big onion very finely chopped 2 tomatoes puree ½ cup fresh curd , not sour 2 tsp coriander powder ¼ tsp chaat masala ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ jeera pwdr 2 tsp kashmiri red chilli pwdr tsp kitchen king masala 2-3 tbsp oil ½
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RAW MANGO SAMBAR Raw mango is high in vitamin C, calcium, magnesium which is useful for releasing toxins from the body. Raw mangoes are also high in niacin, which helps boost cardiovascular health. Healthy cholesterol levels lower the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and heart attacks. INGREDIENTS Tuvar Dal – 1/2 cup Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp Raw mango –
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MAMIDIKAYA PAPPU, MANGO DAL RECIPE Mamidikaya is the telugu word for mango & pappu is dal. Mamidiakaya pappu is a dish made with raw mango, dal, chilies & spices. Raw Mango Dal is a dish of yellow lentils cooked with unripe mango pieces. The tangyness of raw mangoes gives a delicious flavor to the lentils. Basically it is
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RAW BANANA PORIYAL Green bananas may provide some additional nutrients and benefits that yellow bananas do not. They’re rich in resistant starch and pectin, which are filling, improve digestive health and help lower blood sugar levels. HEALTH BENEFITS OF RAW BANANAS Rich in vitamins. Raw bananas or green bananas comprise most essential vitamins and minerals. … Great for diabetics. … Raw
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CHEESY PANEER MASALA This is a vegetarian version of very popular Surti Egg Dish “Egg Ghotala” This ghotala or gotala taste amazing with dosa or Pav / Bread. Here I have replaced egg . Cheesy Paneer is a delicious delicacy mixed with the creaminess of cheese and cream . Cheese is loved especially by children and
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SIMPLE DRUMSTICK PORIYAL / SIMPLE DRUMSTICK STIR FRY A study published in the American Journal of Neuroscience reveals that drumstick exhibited amazing aphrodisiac property and improves the testosterone levels, increasing sexual virality and libido. Furthermore, Ayurveda recommends including drumstick flowers to improve the sperm count and treat ED. Powerful Health Benefits of Drumsticks High on vitamin C and antioxidants, drumstick helps to combat against common cold, flu
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EASY COOKER CHOLE MASALA Chana masala, also known as channay, chole masala, chhole masala, chole or chholay, is a dish originating from the Indian subcontinent. The main ingredient is a variety of chickpea called chana or kala chana. INGREDIENTS Chickpeas /kabuli chana 250 gms (Soak it in normal water for 7-8 hours or overnight) Chopped
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SOUTH INDIAN STYLE SNAKE GOURD CHANA DAL CURRY / PUDALANGAI KOOTU RECIPE Snake Gourd Kootu is a delicious no onion no garlic recipe that is prepared adding dal and coconut mixture. It is a popular traditional dish that is commonly cooked in most South Indian homes. This is a very flavourful and delicious recipe you can
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VAL PAPDI CHI BHAJI / GOAN STYLE STIR FRIED BROAD BEANS /PAPDI STIR FRIED IN GREEN MASALA Broad beans are one of the healthiest vegetables for your heart. A good source of vitamin A, K, C, proteins and folate . It boost your heart health by reducing the risk of iron deficiencies. Vitamin B and folate in this vegetable promote blood cell development,
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CLUSTER BEANS CHUTNEY / GAVAR CHA THECHA Thecha or kharda is an authentic Maharashtrian recipe made from green chilly or red chilly garlic chutney. It is served with jawari (sorghum) or bajra bhakri (roti). Here in the same recipe of thecha we are going to try with gavar /guar /cluster beans . Cluster beans come in
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CHOWLI COOKED WITH MOONG DAL / GREENS WITH DAL / KEERAI MASIYAL / ARAI KEERAI MASIYAL / AMARANTH LEAVES COOKED WITH MOONG DAL . Keerai masiyal is a side dish recipe made with greens and dal from Tamil nadu. This keerai masiyal is best comfort food . We can try this recipe with any greens
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CRISPY VEG NUGGETS A nugget is a product made from veg or non veg ingredients that is breaded or battered, then deep-fried or baked. Nuggets have become a popular fast food restaurant item, as well as widely sold frozen for home use. Veggie Nuggets is an amazing combination of potatoes, vegetables and seasoning, that is finely coated in
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CUCUMBER CHUTNEY FOR RICE AND ROTIS KUSUM UMASHANKAR This is a healthy and flavorful chutney from the region of Mangalore, Karnataka. This cucumber/southekkai chutney is tasty mixed with rice, with chapathi or dosa. A cooling cucumber relish made with a paste of black mustard seeds and white sesame seeds. Finely chopped cucumbers and the ground
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VEGETABLE AU GRATIN Like many culinary terms, the phrase au gratin derives from a French word that means something similar to “scrapings.” According to the Oxford Companion to Food, gratin simply refers to a crisply baked top. That crusty top is often achieved by grated cheese and/or breadcrumbs. Gratin is a French word a technique in which the top has a golden brown crust
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BHINDI DAHI MASALA / DAHI WALI BHINDI BY SHWETA GALINDE A very simple north indian recipe where fried okra/bhindi is simmered in a tangy and spiced yogurt curry. Another easy to make bhindi recipe that goes well with phulka roti or paratha. Here okra /bhinsi is stir-fried first, so they are not slimy anymore and
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PANEER STIR FRIED IN PEANUT GREEN MASALA BY DISHA LAHORI Paneer is popular and a good source of high-quality protein. Apart from protein , paneer is packed with other healthy nutrients like calcium, B12 and iron. For vegetarians, paneer is the major source of protein, Yes. It is good to eat paneer every day, provided the intake is moderate.
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SUVA ALOO KI SABJI / DILL LEAVES WITH POTATO / SHEPU ALOO KI SABJI Rich in antioxidants and a good source of vitamin C, magnesium, and vitamin A, dill may have several benefits for health, including protection against heart disease and cancer. INGREDIENTS Dill leaves – 1 small bunch chopped Oil – 1 or 2 tbsp Jeera – 1 tsp
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BENGALI STYLE MASHED ALOO BENGALI ALOO BHORTA / ALUR BHORTA /ALOO CHOKHA / ALOO MAKHA BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR Aloo bhorta is the easiest and tastiest thing to make with potato. Aloo ka Bharta is a North Indian recipe made using potatoes and a lot of Indian spices. Aloo Bharta, Bhorta, Chokha, bhaate are various names
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ANDHRA STYLE BRINJAL FRY IN GREEN MASALA / VANAKAYA KOTHIMEERA KHARAM BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR INGREDIENTS 500 gms Baby Brinjals OR any type 1 Cup tightly packed Fresh Coriander small Piece of Ginger 2 tsp jeera 5 to 7 Green Chillies or as per taste 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder 3 or 4 tbsp Oil A few curry leaves Salt to Taste METHOD Grind the
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BRINJAL IN SPICY ONION MASALA / VANAKAYA ULLI KARAM BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR INGREDIENTS Small brinjals 1/2 kg (cut into 4 pieces lengthwise) 3 big onions 5 – 6 cloves of garlic smaLl piece of ginger 1 teaspoon jeera 1 teaspoon dhania powder 2 – 3 green chillies salt 1/2 tsp red chilly powder as per
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ROASTED TOMATO BHARTA / BHUNE TAMATAR KA BHARTA BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR Bharta are North Indian (Punjabi) dishes where the main ingredient is roasted and then pureed with spices. The flavours are intensified by the roasting and the resulting dish is spicy and tangy. Bharta is a dish from the Indian subcontinent. Baharta is a part
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GYARSI DODO BHAJI / PATATE JI BHAJI / SINDHI POTATO CURRY FOR FASTING BY DISHA LAHORI A typical Sindhi ekadashi food is Gyarsi or Ghyarsi dodo bhaji, which consists of potato in watery curry, relished with Dodo Ekadashi means the eleventh lunar day (Tithi) of the shukla (bright) or krishna (dark) paksha (fortnight) of every lunar month in
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CHOW CHOW COCONUT GRAVY Kuzhambu is one of the commonly made Kuzhambu in Tamil Nadu. In Arachu Vitta Kuzhambu, we grind the fresh masala and add to the Kuzhambu instead of the instant Sambar / Chilli powder. This gives us good flavour and taste. Made with fresh ground spices without any cooked dal added to it,
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BENGALI ALOO POSTO BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR A staple food in Bengali households . Aloo Posto or Potatoes in Poppy Seed Paste is an authentic and traditional Bengali recipe and no special occasion is complete without this dish. Poppy seeds are soaked and ground to make a fine paste, later cooked with potatoes. Khus Khus or poppy
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DRUMSTICK KORMA IN SOUTHINDIAN STYLE Powerful Health Benefits of Drumsticks Rich source of vitamins and minerals. Drumstick leaves are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. … Regulates blood sugar levels. The high blood sugar level is the main characteristic of diabetes, which in turn leads to heart diseases. … Helps to purify the blood. … Boosts immunity. … Helps in developing stronger bones.
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CHOW CHOW PORIYAL Chayote, also known as mirliton and choko, is an edible plant belonging to the gourd family. It also contains folate (which is great for cell division and for pregnant women), vitamin B6 and vitamin K. Minerals like potassium, manganese, zinc and copper are also found in this squash. Chow chow is rich in antioxidants,
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GREEN PANEER BURJI / PANEER BURJI IN GREEN MASALA [ Paneer Bhurji – scrambled Indian cottage cheese ] Macrobiotic Nutritionist and Health Practitioner Shilpa Arora says, “Paneer is loaded with healthy fats, proteins and are very low on carbs. It is excellent for weight loss and diabetics. You can have them raw, or cook them in healthy way. Dairy products like milk, paneer and
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CABBAGE CHANA DAL STIR FRY / CABBAGE CHANA DAL PORIYAL Cabbage Is Packed With Nutrients. It May Help Keep Inflammation in Check. Cabbage Is Packed With Vitamin C. It Helps Improve Digestion. May Help Keep Your Heart Healthy. May Lower Blood Pressure. Could Help Lower Cholesterol Levels. Cabbage Is an Excellent Source of Vitamin K. INGREDIENTS Cabbage – 4 cup grated Chana dal –
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CHATPATTA BHARWA KARELA / STUFFED KARELA Your diet plan is incomplete without bitter gourd (commonly known in Hindi as karela). It boosts weight loss and helps in controlling diabetes. Bitter gourd is a rich source of vitamins and minerals. It contains iron, magnesium, potassium and vitamins like A and C. It contains twice the calcium of spinach and beta-carotene of broccoli. Various anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds are
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EASY CORN PULAO Corn contains valuable B vitamins, which are important to your overall health. Corn also provides our bodies with essential minerals such as zinc, magnesium, copper, iron and manganese. Corn is a good source of the antioxidants carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote eye health. Corn is rich in fiber and plant compounds that may aid digestive and eye health.
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RAW PAPAYA MOONG DAL CURRY / GREEN PAPAYA DAL [ southindian style ] Raw papaya has exceptional amounts of carotenoids, in fact more than carrots and tomatoes. Also, the carotenoids found in raw papaya are more bio-available to the human body. It has a lot more active enzymes than its ripe version. The two power-packed
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BRINJAL GOTHSU / BRINJAL SIDE DISH FOR SOUTHINDIAN BREAKFAST Gothsu is a famous South Indian side dish for idli, dosa and most popularly paired with pongal. There are different type of gothsu recipes and the most sorted or preferred is the one made with Brinjal/ eggplant which suits perfectly for southindian breakfast menu . INGREDIENTS
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DAL BUKHARA BY SONU SHOREE “Dal Bukhara” ( दाल बुखारा ) is a velvety smooth slow cooked black lentil simmered in a tomato based gravy. It is a rich, creamy slow cooked whole urad dal (black gram) with tomato puree, butter and cream. Dal Bukhara was the preparation introduced by chef Madan Jaiswal in the restaurant by the
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