Yearly Archives 2015

Mothagam – Modakam

September 14, 2015 Pillayar Chathurthi Recipes  10 comments

Mothagam/Modakam is a must for Pillayar Chathurthi. It is also called Poorana Kozhukattai. This Mothagam Kozhukattai is with coconut pooranam(stuffing). I used to help amma during my childhood days in making this. Missing all those memorable days..It is not only Pillayar’s favourite, but mine too.. I would always restrain myself from sharing this with anyone!! Hehehe…

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Sweet Pidi Kozhukattai

September 12, 2015 Karthigai Deepam Recipes, Pillayar Chathurthi Recipes  8 comments

Sweet Pidi Kozhukattai is a simple and quick kozhukattai for Pillayar Chathurthi. This year Pillayar Chathurthi is on the 17th of September. No special skill is needed to make this yummy kozhukattai. There are 2 methods of making it. I have given step wise pics for both the versions below. Both the versions come out well. U can also make a savoury version of this, which I will be posting next.

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Badam Kheer – Almond Kheer

September 9, 2015 Gokulashtami Recipes, Holi Recipes, Karthigai Deepam Recipes, Navaratri Special, Shivaratri Recipes, Sweets/Desserts  7 comments

I dont need any special occasion to make a dessert!! Do u?? This Badam Kheer is one such rich and creamy dessert that appeared in my kitchen for no reason  Though I have tasted it many times, never tried at home during recent times. It can be made with less effort too. The only job in this is to soak and peel the almonds. If u can get blanched almonds like me, this is a super-easy and quick treat for sudden cravings!!

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Payatham Mavu Murukku – Moong Flour Murukku

September 4, 2015 Diwali Snacks, Gokulashtami Recipes, Savoury Snacks  10 comments

This Payatham Mavu Murukku is a crunchy, tasty and simple snack. With Gokulashtami around the corner (Sep 5th, Saturday), I could just manage to post this easy savoury recipe after my vacation. With simple ingredients, this Moong Flour Murukku can be made very quickly. I have used store bought rice flour and moong flour, as I did not have time to make at home.

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Ragi Pakoda – Finger Millet Pakoda

August 19, 2015 Pakoda Recipes, Snacks / Starters  11 comments

Pakoda is an addictive snack, especially on a rainy day it is divine to munch with a hot cup of coffee. This Ragi Pakoda is a healthier version made with ragi flour/finger millet flour. I already have a few pakoda recipes posted earlier. This Ragi Pakoda was a super hit like the other pakodas as well. Chotu did not like the look of it, but after tasting he just loved it. So if u are like him, do not underestimate this pakoda by its looks!!

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Tomato Gotsu – Thakkali Gotsu

August 12, 2015 Kuzhambu Varieties, Side Dish for Idli/Dosa, Tirunelveli Style Recipes, Tomato  11 comments

Tomato Gotsu or Thakkali Gotsu is an excellent side dish for idli/dosa. It is a very easy and quick fix sambar kind of side dish. When u run out of time, this can be made very quickly without much preparation work. Chotu is a big fan of hot, crispy dosa and sambar. I mostly make this tiffin sambar or this tiffin sambar. This Tomato Gotsu is a nice variation to it. Chotu calls this tomato sambar.

This pairs equally well with Ven Pongal too..

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Gobi Manchurian

August 4, 2015 Dals/Gravies, Gobi/Cauliflower  12 comments

Gobi Manchurian is a popular Indo – Chinese recipe. It is found in most of the Indian restaurant’s menu. This can be made as a gravy or dry version which can be had as a starter. This Gobi Manchurian is a gravy version that goes well with Vegetable Pulao, Jeera Rice or rotis/naan.

For me the biggest problem in making this Gobi Manchurian recipe is – I have to literally hide the fried cauliflower pieces from Chotu and hubby. Else by the time I finish making the gravy, there will be nothing left!!

Now to the recipe...

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Mango Milkshake

July 22, 2015 Drinks, Holi Recipes, Mango Recipes, Summer Special  10 comments

Mango Milkshake is one of the most popular milkshakes. We do not get good varieties of mangoes here. This time happened to get a very sweet and yummy batch of Kesar Mangoes from the Indian shop. The mangoes were really very juice and soft to handle. We enjoyed a couple of mangoes as is, some went into the Mango Icecream and the rest in this Mango Milkshake. This is a simple, thick and creamy milkshake recipe, perfect for the summer and season!!

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Banana Cinnamon Mug Cake – 2 Mins Microwave Cake

July 13, 2015 Baked Goodies, Cakes/Muffins, Christmas Recipes  10 comments

I love cakes, especially homemade cupcakes. But unfortunately, I am the only person to have a sweet tooth in my family. Even when I make a small batch of 12 cupcakes, I end up eating most if it!! I had always wanted to try microwave mug cakes. This Banana Cinnamon Mug Cake is one such successful attempt. These are perfect for sudden cravings or if u are in a situation like me and do not want to bake many, this is for U!!

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Avocado Banana Smoothie – Avocado Smoothie

July 9, 2015 Drinks, Summer Special  7 comments

Avocado is totally new to me. This is the 1st time I am trying or tasting Avocados. Recently a friend of mine asked me “What to do with Avocados?” This question really triggered me to try something with this fruit. So bought some Avocados and tried this Avocado Smoothie. Saw this recipe in a magazine and modified it according to our taste buds. This Avocado Smoothie is a yummy and filling smoothie, making it ideal for breakfast!!

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