CHOW CHOW CURRY RECIPE /CHAYOTE GRAVY FOR RICE /CHOW CHOW KUZHAMBU INGREDIENTS TO TEMPER PREPARATION METHOD Heat oil in a cooker and splutter the mustard seeds. Add asafoetida + curry leaves and give a mix. Add chow chow + turmeric and stir fry for a min . Add the paste and mix well . Stir
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KANTOLA MASALA FRY RECIPE Among many monsoon treats, one seasonal veggie is kantola. They are also known as teasel gourd or Indian gourd. Kantola season starts with the onset of monsoon and lasts for about 3-4 months. In northern parts of India they’re available in abundance but they do not grow abundantly in South India. Kantola has
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BAFALI RAN BHAJI RECIPE / BOPARLI CHI BHAJI Raan bhajis are nature’s wonder. Every year they come alive during a specific period in the jungle and they disappear for the rest of the year. Raan Bhaaji or Wild Vegetables – The ones that we don’t cultivate but appear every year at the start of Monsoon. Raan
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HEALTHY WEIGHTLOSS SOYA CHUNKS CHAAT RECIPE/ SOYA CHUNKS SALAD BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS METHOD Boil the soya chunks with little salt for 5 mins. Wash and squeeze the excess water and keep aside . Make a dressing by grinding together tamarind chutney + coriander leaves + green chilli + garlic + red chilli pwdr +
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SWEET TANGY SPICY KANTOLA SABJI RECIPE COURTESY – KUSUM UMASHANKAR Among many monsoon treats, one seasonal veggie is kantola. They are also known as teasel gourd or Indian gourd. Kantola season starts with the onset of monsoon and lasts for about 3-4 months. In northern parts of India they’re available in abundance but they do not grow
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KEVLA LEAVES STIR FRY / RAAN BHAJI RECIPE Raan bhajis are nature’s wonder. Every year they come alive during a specific period in the jungle and they disappear for the rest of the year. Raan Bhaaji or Wild Vegetables – The ones that we don’t cultivate but appear every year at the start of Monsoon. Raan
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GRILLED HERB PANEER Super rich in protein, having paneer for breakfast makes you feel full for longer. It gets digested slowly and increases the amount of feeling full hormones like GLP-1, PYY and CCK. Apart from protein, paneer is also rich in fat, iron, calcium and magnesium, which makes it an even healthier choice. Paneer
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MOONG DAL CHILLA Loaded with a wealth of health benefits, a moong dal chilla is perhaps the best start you can give your day. Moong Dal is Packed with protein and low carbs and loaded with vegetables. The besan ka chilla is a common dish in Indian homes. In addition to being simple, the besan
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KODO MILLET KHICHDI INGREDIENTS METHOD Dry roast the millet till hot to touch . Wash the millet + moong dal together and soak for 20 to 30 mins. Heat ghee in a cooker , add jeera and let it crackle . Add onion and stir fry till translucent . Add ginger and stir fry for
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PHODSHICHI BHAAJI RECIPE /PHODSHI SABZI | HOW TO COOK PHODSHI Raan bhajis are nature’s wonder. Every year they come alive during a specific period in the jungle and they disappear for the rest of the year. Raan Bhaaji or Wild Vegetables – The ones that we don’t cultivate but appear every year at the start of
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OATS BEETROOT CHILLA RECIPE Cheela / chilla is a dish that can be prepared in no time and served as a delightful breakfast or snack meal. This popular breakfast meal can be eaten any time of the day when hunger strikes. Conventionally, cheela is made with besan (gram flour), which is full of proteins and
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PANEER SHASHLIK / VEG SHISH KEBAB INGREDIENTS METHOD Take all other ingredients one by one and mix well . Apply this marinade all over the paneer cubes + onion + capsicum + tomato . Marinate for minimum 30 mins or more in fridge. Once done thread the paneer onto the skewers, alternating it with chunks
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SOYA KHEEMA PARATHA /SOYA GRANULES PARATHA INGREDIENTS METHOD FOR MAKING THE STUFFING Mix wheat flour + salt + oil well.gradually add water and knead into soft dough and keep aside. Boil the soya granules with salt for 4 to 5 mins . Allow to cool . Wash and drain away the excess water . See
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QUINOA MOONG DAL KHICHDI INGREDIENTS PREPARATION Wash the quinoa + dal together and keep aside. METHOD Heat oil / ghee in a cooker , crackle the jeera . Add cinnamon + bay leaf + clove and give a mix. Immediately add the onion + ginger + chilli and stir fry till translucent . Add tomato
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QUICK BUN DOSA RECIPE Bun Dosa is a thick dosa made in a kadhai. Bun dosas are made from the fermented batter made from 1 cup rice + ½ or 1 tsp methi seeds + ¼ cup poha /murmura + ¼ cup coconut . INGREDIENTS METHOD Heat a small pan with oil , splutter mustard seeds
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SUN DRIED MIXED DAL VADI / MAHARASHTRIAN SANDAGE RECIPE BY SONALI INGREDIENTS NOTE – we can use any dals like toovar / masoor / moong / green moong etc METHOD Wash and soak all the dals in sufficient water overnight .Rinse and drain the water . Grind into coarse paste by adding all other ingredients
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MASALA DOSA WAFFLE RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS METHOD Plug in the waffle maker and grease it well with oil Preheat it . Pour 2 ½ or 3 tbsp of dosa batter into the waffle maker. Spread a thin layer of aloo filling . Again top it with 2 or 3 tbsp batter . Don’t
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BLUEBERRY CHIA SEEDS PORRIDGE Blueberries are often called a “superfood.” This small but mighty berry is loaded with nutrients . Chia pudding is the perfect healthy breakfast or snack to meal prep for the week. It’s creamy, satisfying and loaded with protein, fiber and omega-3s. Vegan, gluten-free, paleo and keto. … It starts with chia seeds, tiny little seeds that are packed
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KIWI CHIA SEEDS PORRIDGE Kiwi is rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C which not only helps the functioning of the immune system but is also beneficial for bones and ligaments. The kiwifruit possesses properties that lower blood pressure. By helping to maintain a healthy blood pressure and providing a boost of Vitamin C, the kiwifruit can
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HYDERABAD SPOT IDLI / TAWA IDLI / STREET FOOD These idlis are quite famous in Hyderabad. Spot idli recipe is a spicy idli made on tawa without idli stand and steaming. The idli is prepared on the spot hence it is named spot idli. Tawa idli a delicious South Indian snack that is incredibly easy to make and
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BANANA LEAF DOSA /SOUTHINDIAN PANKI RECIPE INGREDIENTS NOTE – You can add any veges of your choice PREPARATION METHOD In a mixing bowl 🥣add all the ingredients and mix together . Keep frying pan on low heat and place one cut banana leaf on it with the oiled side facing up. Do not grease the
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SUPER SOFT FLUFFY CLOUD IDLIS RECIPE / SAGO IDLI / SABUDANA IDLI / KUSHBOO IDLI / SPONGY IDLI / MALLIGE IDLI These idlis are super soft and melt in the mouth. INGREDIENTS NOTE – if grinding in mixie use 3 cups rice or use 4 cups rice for grinder . PREPARATION Clean ,wash and rinse
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RAGI APPAM INGREDIENTS METHOD Wash the rice + dal + murmura 3 to 4 times until you see clear water. Soak it in enough water for 5 to 6 hours. After 6 hours grind the soaked rice + dal + murmura + instant yeast + sugar to a smooth batter adding water in regular intervals
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MALABAR STYLE NEY PATHIRI /NEY PATHAL / PORICHA PATHIRI RECIPE/KERALA STYLE RICE FLOUR POORI Ney Pathiri-Ney Pathal-Poricha Pathiria is a super delicious, rich Malabar Specialty.It is a deep-fried rice Pancake with crushed coconut,onion,cumin seeds. These are very similar to Maharashtrian kombdi vade – INGREDIENTS NOTE – we get ready made ney pathiri flour also .we jsut
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CHICKEN GRAVY FOR IDLI AND DOSA / NON VEG CURRY FOR SOUTHINDIAN BREAKFAST INGREDIENTS PREPARATION METHOD Heat 2 or 3 tbsp oil in a cooker . Add onion + green chilli + curry leaves and stir fry till brown . Add ginger garlic paste and stir fry till raw smell leaves. Lower the flame and
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STREET SIDE POM POM IDLI RECIPE / IDLI WALAS /BICYCLE IDLI Street side Idliwalas carry a vessel full healthy breakfast for their many customers on cycles . Their signature call is the “pom-pom,” which can be heard from a distance. The sound of this unique rubber horn is a signal for the residents of Mumbai’s neighbourhoods
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HOW TO COOK SAFFOLA MASALA OATS INGREDIENTS METHOD Heat 2 teaspoon oil in pan , add cumin seeds let it sizzle. Add finely chopped green chilies, + curry leaves + ginger + onion to it, sauté till translucent . Add tomato and fry till soft . Add the veges and fry for 2 or 3
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INSTANT BREAD PIZZA CONES RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI Pizza is one recipe loved by all. People of all ages love it. It is the perfect combination of cheese, veggies and bread. Although it is an Italian food, it is immensely popular in India. People here love to eat pizza and have a lot of home
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SWEET POTATO CUTLET OR KEBAB RECIPE / RATALU STARTER INGREDIENTS Salt to taste Oil to deep fry or shallow fry Note – I have not added any veges . PREPARATION METHOD Take the mashed sweet potato in a big bowl . Now add coriander jeera pwdr + garam masala pwdr + chaat masala pwdr +
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CRAB ROAST RECIPE Crab meat is high in phosphorous, which is an important mineral to the growth of bones and teeth. People who are at a high risk for osteoporosis should increase their crab intake for the calcium and phosphorous that crab meat provides.Crab is packed with protein, which is important for building and maintaining muscle.
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SIMPLE AND EASY RESTAURANT STYLE GRAVY RECIPE INGREDIENTS PREPARATION METHOD Heat oil + butter in a pan . Add ginger garlic paste and stir fry till raw smell leaves . Add masala paste and stir fry till oil releases. Add kasoori methi and mix well . Add the puree and mix well . Let it
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HOW TO COOK CHICKEN FOR PET DOGS Dogs and cats are primarily meat eaters… Chicken is considered a lean meat , which is easily digestable form of protein and it provides many benefits to our canine companions. Dogs need protein as a main energy source, and chicken provides that boost without a big calorie count.
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EASY AND TASTY DAHI PANEER GRAVY RECIPE INGREDIENTS NOTE – You can add orange tandoori colour for restaurant kind colour .. PREPARATION Take chilli pwdr + kitchen king masala + turmeric + coriander pwdr + garam masala in a bowl . Add 1/4 cup water and mix well Whisk the curd + cream together and
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BETEL LEAF RICE / VETRILAI SADAM RECIPE /PAAN RICE BENEFITS OF BETEL LEAVES – https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/amazing-benefits-of-betel-leaves-nobody-told-you Betel leaves come with several curative health benefits as they are loaded with vitamins like Vitamin C, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, carotene and a great source of calcium. Betel leaves have amazing antiseptic properties as they are rich in polyphenols especially chavicol offering dual
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HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS SATTU PARATHA RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI Sattu is a protein-rich flour made from powdered chana (Bengal gram) or other pulses and cereals. Sattu is a type of flour, mainly used in India and Tibet. It consists of a mixture of roasted ground pulses and cereals. The dry powder is prepared in various ways
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CRISPY PURPLE YAM FRY RECIPE Indian Purple Yam known as Kand or Kandh in Hindi and Konfal in Marathi is a root vegetable that’s popularly known as Indian cheese. This tuber belongs to the large family of Yams and is often confused with sweet potato or Shakarkand which are distantly related to the potato family. It is a seasonal veggie , has a unique texture, a bright purple color, and
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KHARA BHAT / MASALA RAVA BHAT khara Bath also known as Rava Bath , a famous breakfast from Karnataka. It is made with semolina, mix veggies, curry leaves and spices. It is a simple and easy south indian breakfast recipe . Khara bath is a variation of the most popular Rava Upma. INGREDIENTS NOTE – We
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MOMOS PARATHA INGREDIENTS NOTE – If using grated veges ,squeeze the excess water and use . METHOD Take all the stuffing ingredients in a mixing bowl . After mixing if you feel there is moisture ,then take the stuffing in a thick towel and squeeze the juice . The stuffing should not be wet . Divide
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KALLAPPAM / VELLAYAPPAM RECIPE / SOFT RICE DOSA WITHOUT DAL /TRI COLOUR FOOD Kallappam (Vellayappam) is a traditional Christian breakfast in Kerala. This soft, tasty pancake is made with fermented rice and coconut batter. Usually, fresh toddy (Kallu) is used to ferment the rice batter. Since, it is not possible to get toddy here, I use yeast.
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SOUTHINDIAN STYLE YAM AND RAW BANANA STIR FRY / SURAN AUR KELE KI SABJI / RAW BANANA AND YAM THORAN RECIPE INGREDIENTS PREPARATION METHOD Heat oil in a pan . Crackle mustard seeds + curry leaves + red chilli . Drain and add yam + raw banana and mix well . Adjust salt if needed
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CREAMY MUSHROOM SAUCE RECIPE INGREDIENTS NOTE OR use a maggi magic cube to prepare the stock. Just mix the cube in hot water and mix well till it gets dissolved . METHOD Heat butter + olive in a pan . Add in the mushroom and stir fry till done and there is no moisture in
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PURPLE CABBAGE PUTTU /HOW TO MAKE KERALA PUTTU Puttu is basically a steamed rice flour and coconut log. Puttu is a breakfast dish eaten in the South Indian states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and parts of Karnataka, as well as Sri Lanka. Puttu means “portioned” in Malayalam. It is made of steamed cylinders of ground
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VIDYARTHI BHAVAN BANGALORE COCONUT CHUTNEY RECIPE VIDYARTHI BHAVAN – A heritage South Indian veg restaurant, started in 1943 as a small students’ eatery It is one of the legendary restaurants and is well known for their own style of Dosas. The Masala Dosa offered is just so unique that you will definitely come back for
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EASY KUNG PAO CHICKEN RECIPE Kung pao chicken is a popular Chinese restaurant dish Kung Pao chicken, also transcribed Gong Bao or Kung Po, is a spicy, stir-fried Chinese dish made with cubes of chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. The dish tastes bit spicy , sour and is sweet and a little nutty. Peanuts added
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HEALTHY GREEK SALAD RECIPE FOR WEIGHTLOSS Greek salad or horiatiki salad is a popular salad in Greek cuisine generally made with pieces of tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, feta cheese, and olives and dressed with salt, Greek oregano, and olive oil. It’s loaded with veggies, healthy fats and some protein from the cheese. Greek salad is a
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CREAMY GARLIC CHCIKEN INGREDIENTS FOR MARINADE INGREDIENTS NOTE Either make stock at home – Basic home made VEGETABLE stock OR use a maggi magic cube to prepare the stock. Just mix the cube in hot water and mix well till it gets dissolved . METHOD Clean and wash the chicken breast .Pat dry it. If
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South Indian style chole / Kabuli chana in roasted coconut gravy. Ingredients: To roast and grind: PREPARATION Roast the coconut till golden brown. Add fennel seeds and roast for few seconds . Add garam masala pwdr and give a nice mix and off the flame . Let it cool. Grind it to a fine pwdr
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HEALTHY GREEN MOONG SPROUTS DOSA INGREDIENTS Make sprouts following this recipe – Homemade sprouts METHOD Take all ingredients one by one in a mixie jar and grind into a fine batter of medium pouring consistency . Dont make very thick or very thin batter . Add baking soada and give a nice mix. Bkaing soda
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HOME MADE BATTER FOR SOFT AND FLUFFY IDLIS /BEST IDLI BATTER RECCIPE TIP – Grinding the batter in wet grinder helps in aeration. It incorporates air to the batter making the batter light and also increases the quantity. But grinding batter in a mixer doesn’t incorporate air
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DOSA RECIPE /JINI DOSA / MASALA DOSA / UTTAPAM RECIPE . REFER HERE FOR THE BATTER WITH WHICH YOU CAN MAKE DIFFERENT TYPES OF DOSAS KARNATAKA DOSA BATTER
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