SEEM PAAL SWEET RECIPE / SEEM PAAL PALKOVA / THIRATTU PAAL / COLOSTRUM MILK SWEET Therattipal | Palkova is a traditional Indian dessert made with just 2 main ingredients, Milk and Sugar. WHAT IS COLOSTRUM / CHEEK MILK ? It is the milk which the cow / buffalo produces after delivering a calf for first
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MANGALOREAN PUNDI RECIPE | RICE DUMPLINGS RECIPE / UNDE KADUBU RECIPE | HOW TO MAKE MALNAD STYLE PUNDI GATTI | UNDLIGE RECIPE | AKKI PUNDI RECIPE BY SUSHEELA POOJARI Pundi or Pundi Gatti, usually a round shaped soft rice dumpling belonging to Mangalorean cuisine, native to Tulu Nadu region of India, prepared by soaking, grinding, tempering, cooking and finally steaming
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RAGI COOKIES BY SHWETA GALINDE INGREDIENTS FOR 16 COOKIES [ 1 cup – 240 ml ] 6 tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature 5 or 6 tbsp granulated or castor sugar 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup ragi or finger millet flour 2 tbsp cocoa powder [ optional ] 1/8 tsp salt [ avoid
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KARAM CHUTTALU / ANDHRA JANTHIKALU SNACK RECIPE BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR Karam Chuttalu is a traditional Andhra savory snack recipe. INGREDIENTS 1 cup besan flour 2 cup rice flour Oil for deep frying 2 tbsp hot oil/ ghee for dough 1 tbsp ajwain Salt 1 or 2 tsp or as per taste kashmiri red chilli Powder 2 tbsp White Sesame Seeds
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QUICK OIL FREE CHICKEN FRY A food rich in protein, chicken can help with weight management and reduce the risk of heart disease. Chicken contains the amino acid tryptophan, which has been linked to higher levels of serotonin (the “feel good” hormone) in our brains. Chicken has a lot of nutritional value that makes it a noteworthy
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MAHARASHTRIAN ONION PEANUT CHUTNEY BY NIMU Spicy Maharashtrian Chutney is an easy and incredibly flavorful condiment. It has a very sharp tart and tangy taste with overpowering garlic flavor. This chutney is special in Maharashtra regions. This chutney goes well with almost every snack item also with vada pav . The main ingredient for this
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EGGLESS PARSI MAWA CAKE / IRANI MAWA CAKE BY TAMANNA Decadent, delicious and arguably the butteriest delight, mawa cake is a must-have. Mawa cake is a moist, dense, decadent and delicious Indian cake. It is not overly sweet and makes for a perfect accompaniment along with your tea or coffee. This eggless mawa cake is a cardamom-spiced eggless buttery cake with
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HIGH PROTEIN SUGAR FREE BARS BY DISHA LAHORI Protein bars can be a convenient way to add , protein, vitamins, and minerals to your diet. Also, they may curb appetite, fuel a workout, or support muscle repair after exercise. They provide the post-workout nutrition your body requires to build new muscle tissue, fixing whatever minute muscle tears occurred in the
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CURRY LEAVES DOSA / KARIVEPILLAI DOSAI Commonly used as seasoning, this leaf adds a special flavour to every dish. But there is more to the humble curry leaf than simply flavour. Packed with carbohydrates, fiber, calcium, phosphorous, irons and vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin E, curry leaves help your heart function
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PONNANGANNI KEERAI PORIYAL / KEERAI PORIYAL Keerai poriyal is a side dish recipe made with greens from Tamil nadu. This keerai masiyal is best comfort food . We can try this recipe with any greens like spinach / chowli / amaranth etc . A South Indian side dish that goes well with any South Indian
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PONNANGANNI PARUPPU MASIYAL / KEERAI PARUPPU MASIYAL 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 like spinach / chowli / amaranth etc . It can be made with toor dal or mung
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BADAM PISIN FALOODA A falooda is a South Asian version of a cold dessert made with noodles. It has origins in the Persian dish faloodeh, variants of which are found across West, Central, and South Asia. Traditionally it is made by mixing rose syrup, vermicelli, and sweet basil seeds with milk, often served with ice
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HEALTHY BANANA SMOOTHIE BY RAKHIS RASOI Banana shakes are a popular drink made by blending bananas with other ingredients. Many people enjoy banana shakes as a convenient breakfast option, quick snack, component of their fitness routine, or strategy to help reach their weight goals. Bananas are a rich source of complex carbs, which can increase
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HEALTHY STAR FRUIT JUICE BY RAKHIS RASOI Star fruit can provide many health benefits and be an excellent addition to the diet. Practitioners of Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine, for example, use it to treat a fever, a sore throat, a cough, asthma, headaches, and skin problems. Having a diet rich in fruits and vegetables
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BIOTIN LADOO FOR HAIR GROWTH AND GLOWING SKIN Biotin is a B vitamin found in food. It helps the body convert food into energy and plays many other important roles in health. Biotin boosts the health of the hair and nails, supports a healthy pregnancy, and helps manage blood sugar levels, among other benefits. Biotin, also known
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GHOL BHAJI KI MUTHIYA / CHIVAL MUTKULEY BY RAKHIS RASOI Very famous gujarati Farsan Muthiya made with very healthy leafy vegetable called … भाजी / घोल भाजी / nuniya / kulfa/ loni bhaji /ghol bhaji Purslane Leaves or Ghol, Chival are weeds. Extremely nutritious and you would be amazed to read the health benefits Purslane is a green, leafy vegetable that can be
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LASORA KA ACHAAR / GUNDA PICKLE BY RAKHIS RASOI Gunda (Gum Berry) is known as ‘Lesoda ‘ in North India . These raw fruits are available for a very limited period of time from March to June in summer . It is believed that Gunda has anti-diabetic properties Gunda is also known as Fragrant Manjack,Gumberry, Labeda, Lasora,Indian Cherry,Bird Lime,Clammy Berries
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Ram ladoo is a popular street food snack from Delhi. These are basically fried pakoras or vadas made from moong dal and chana dal batter. However they are called as ram ladoo It is deep fried till it is cooked and crisp.It is topped with green chutney and tamarind chutney . Like other chaat recipes, grated radish julienne is used
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SOFT AND FLUFFY RICE FLOUR IDLI INGREDIENTS 1 cup whole urad dal 3 cups rice flour METHOD Clean , wash , rinse the dal . Soak it for 3 – 4 hoursGrind urad dal to a smooth thick batter .Add water as need for grinding . Tansfer to a big vessel . Add rice flour
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HEALTHY GUAVA BEETROOT JUICE BY DISHA LAHORI Packed with essential nutrients, beetroots are a great source of fiber, folate (vitamin B9), manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C. Beetroots and beetroot juice have been associated with numerous health benefits, including improved blood flow, lower blood pressure, and increased exercise performance. Guava juice is a great source of Vitamin C which helps one fight
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CHICKEN KOLA URANDAI Chicken Kola Urundai / chicken Balls are deep fried minced mutton balls made with beautifully spiced masala. This is a famous dish from Tamil Nadu, a South-Indian state. It can be served as both an appetizer and as a side-dish. This is a very simple recipe. Kola urundai has a unique texture, it
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POORNAM BOORELU [ SUIYAM / SUGIYAM / SUYYAN / SUZHIYAM /PANIYARAM / SUSIYAM / SUGIYAN ] Indian sweet Purnam Burelu is made of Chana dal, Jaggery, Cardamom powder being the flavor enhancer and the outer casing is the same as the dosa batter made of urad dal and rice. Poornalu is the traditional Indian sweet
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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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MENTHI KHARAM MASALA (multipurpose Andhra style masala) BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR INGREDIENTS Chana dal -2 tablespoons Urad daal – 2 tablespoons Dhania seeds – 4 tablespoons Jeera – 3 tablespoons Methi seeds – 1/2 tablespoon Dried red chillies – 8 or 10 or as per taste Oil -1 tablespoon METHOD Heat oil in a thick pan,
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BENGALI CHANAR DALNA / BENGALI CHANAR KOFTA CURRY KUSUM UMASHANKAR Chanar dalna is a simply delicious niramish (means without onion and garlic) or vegetarian cottage cheese curry of bengali cuisine. Onion and garlic are not used for making this authentic chanar dalna recipe as it’s traditionally connected with bengali’s niramish or veg kitchen. Fresh homemade
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BENGALI CHANAR BORA / COTTAGE CHEESE NUGGETS / PANEER FRITTERS BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR INGREDIENTS Milk – 1 litre Lemon juice or vinegar – 2 tbsp Sugar – 1 tsp Roasted jeera pwdr – ½ tsp Chilli pwdr – ½ tsp Salt to taste Maida – 1 tbsp as knead for binding [ try adding less
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JIGARTHANDA RECIPE / MADURAI SPECIAL JIL JIL JIGARTHANDA / HOMEMADE INSTANT JIGARTHANDA DRINK / HOW TO MAKE JIGARTHANDA DRINK Jigarthanda is a cold beverage, that is famous in the South Indian city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu . It is generally prepared and served at roadside stalls as a refreshment during the Indian summer. The basic ingredients include milk, almond gum, sarsaparilla root syrup [
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CREAM BUN RECIPE | BAKERY STYLE CREAM BUN RECIPE MADE BY HEENA CHOTALIA A sweet roll or sweet bun refers to any of a number of sweet, baked, yeast-leavened breakfast or dessert foods. They may contain spices, nuts, candied fruits, etc., and are often glazed or topped with icing. Compared to regular bread dough, sweet
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PAPPADAM RECIPE / HOW TO MAKE KERALA PAPPADAM AT HOME / KERALA PAPPADAM / PAPADAM /PAPADUM RECIPE Kerala papads are known as Pappadam and TamilNadu papads are called appalam . Pappadam’s are always an integral part of a Kerala meal. Made with the best quality black gram flour (uzhunnu), baking soda, salt in the authentic traditional
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COCONUT SHELL PIZZA / KATORI PIZZA / NARIYAL VATI PIZZA / KULHAD PIZZA WITHOUT OVEN 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
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INSTANT 1 MINUTE KULHAD PIZZA / SURATS FAMOUS STREET FOOD KULHAD PIZZA BY DISHA LAHORI This is India’s first ever Pizza served in a clay cups. This unique concept is launched by Surat’s famous snack outlet called The Chaat Corner which is located in Adajan area. They are known for their unique fusion dishes. The
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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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FALSA SHARBAT / PHALSA JUICE BY DISHA LAHORI Falsa is called Black Currant in english. Also, commonly, Phalsa. A close relative of the blue berry fruit. Known for its high vitamin c content and stomach soothing and general cooling properties. HEALTH BENEFITS OF FALSA FRUIT Source of Sodium. Falsa fruit is considered as a great source of sodium. … Cures Anemia. The
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GUJARATI RICE FLOUR KHICHU / PAPDI NO LOT / MASALA KHICHU BY DISHA LAHORI Khichu is a popular gujarati street food recipe. Gujarati Khichu recipe is prepared from rice flour. This recipe is spiced up with some green chilies, cumin seeds and carom seeds. To make khichu recipe at home is very easy and quick.
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INSTANT AMBA MAVA / HOW TO MAKE MANGO MAVA BY SHWETA GALINDE INGREDIENTS Mango of good quality – 2 cup [ Alphonso ] Sugar – 1 cup Milk powder – 1 cup METHOD Peel the mangoes and blend into fine puree . { don’t add any water ] Strain it . Transfer to a pan
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MIXED DAL FRITTERS / MIXED DAL PAKORA / MIXED DAL VADA BY NIMU Pulses or lentils are rich in protein, fibre and iron. That’s why, eating dal every day can help you stay healthy and fit. Love it or hate it, but you can’t go without a katori of dal, especially when you’ve grown up in India. Putting together a
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SABUDANA TIKKI RECIPE | SABUDANA CUTLET RECIPE | SABUDANA PATTIES BY NIMU GULDAGAD Sabudana vada is a traditional deep fried fritter from Maharashtra, India. It is often served with spicy green chutney and along with hot chai and is best eaten fresh. In other parts of the country, Sabudana vada are the best option to
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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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SPICY RAW GARLIC CHUTNEY FOR IDLI AND DOSA /KARA POONDU CHUTNEY / QUICK GARLIC CHUTNEY / NO COOK GARLIC CHUTNEY RECIPE COURTESY SUMITHRA H MENON INGREDIENTS Garlic – 25 small pearls Sambar pwdr – 11/2 or 2 tsp Red Chilli powder – 1 tsp [ use kashmiri red chilli powder for colour ] Hot Oil
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LASANIYA SEV MAMRA BY DISHA LAHORI Mamra is Gujarati word of puffed rice. It is also known as murmura or kurmure. This is Gujarati style of making spicy puffed rice NOTE – The authentic lasaniya sev recipe asks for deep frying the mamra. But you can just roast it in less oil . INGREDIENTS Mamra
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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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OIL FREE ONION BIRISTA / MICROWAVE ONION BIRISTA / INSTANT BIRISTA BY SHWETA GALINDE INGREDIENTS Onion – 2 big very thinly sliced Oil – 1 tsp METHOD Separate each flake of sliced onions. Rub it with 1 tsp oil Spread it evenly in a single layer on microwave tray . Cook on high power (
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MANGO KAJU KATLI BY DISHA LAHORI Kaju katri, also known as kaju barfi, is an Indian dessert similar to a barfi. Kaju means cashew; Barfi is often, but not always, made by thickening milk with sugar and other ingredients. Kesar kaju katli is a kaju katli recipe that includes saffron. Here in this recipe we
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MANGO COCONUT BURFI / MANGO COCONUT VADI SHWETA GALINDE INGREDIENTS Mango puree – 1 cup [ use sweet and fibreless mango ] Milk powder – ½ cup Freshly grated coconut – 3 cup Sugar – 1 cup Cardamom pwdr – ¼ tsp OR mango essence few drops If the grated coconut is big in size
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KATHIYAWADI GARLIC CHUTNEY / गुजराती लहसुन की चटनी / GARLIC CHUTNEY /NO COOK GARLIC CHUTNEY / GUJARATI LASAN NI CHUTNEY BY DISHA LAHORI Gujarati Lasan ni Chutney is something that’s often made fresh every day. This is simple Kathiyawadi village recipe from the heart of Gujarat. Kathiyawad is a peninsula off the western coast of
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MANGO KAJU BURFI BY DISHA LAHORI Mango katli can be made as a sweet treat for you and your family when mangoes are in season. A very unique and delicious combination of mango with cashew mixed together with sugar ,milk powder , which turns out to be a beautiful and heavenly sweet . Tastes just
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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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DRUMSTICK LEAVES SOUP / HEALTHY MORINGA SOUP Moringa, a nutrient-packed superfood that comes from the Moringa oleifera tree in India, has been used for centuries in Eastern cultures to alleviate headaches, ease constipation, stimulate the immune system, promote weight loss, and increase libido. Modern research suggests moringa can help lower cholesterol, balance blood sugar, and ease other
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ALOO BONDA / POTATO BONDA / BONDA Bonda is a deep-fried South Indian potato snack that has various sweet and savory versions in different regions. Most common of which is “Aloo Bonda”, and other region specific variations including potato replaced with sweet potato, tapioca, grated pineapple, green peas, paneer, etc. A popular snack which is
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