Monthly Archives January 2018

Zucchini Fritters – Courgette Fritters

January 30, 2018 Kids Bay, Snacks / Starters  2 comments

Zucchini(in American English) or Courgette(in British English) is a summer squash veggie. I always had a doubt if both the names meant the same one. Finally googled it and found out. I get it here in the name of Courgette. Many of them know by the name Zucchini. I use it quite often in making Quesadilla. So this time tried this Zucchini Fritters for a change. It tasted awesome. It is a perfect after school snack for kids or even during tea time. I saw this recipe in a magazine and changed it a bit to suit our taste buds. These fritters will be crispy outside and soft inside. The best part is u can shallow fry this.

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How to clean Vazhaipoo – Banana Flower

January 22, 2018 Basics, Vazhaipoo Recipes  2 comments

How to clean Vazhaipoo! This post is a “Back to Basics” post. Vazhaipoo is a power-packed vegetable. It is known for its various health benefits like regulating/reducing blood sugar levels, increase haemoglobin & of course has a lot of nutrients. I agree cleaning Vazhaipoo is a time consuming process. But trust me! It is worth the time spent for its health benefits. Just have a look at the video and see how easy it is. It is just time consuming & not difficult. So listen to some music or watch TV and do this job. It will be easy 🙂

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Rajma Pulao – Kidney Beans Pulao

January 17, 2018 Biryani/Pulao, Lunch Box Menu, Rice Varieties  3 comments

Rajma Masala is a favourite. I always end up making it, So wanted to try a Pulao with rajma. Here u go with Rajma Pulao. Its a power-packed one pot meal. The only planning u need to do is to soak rajma overnight. Otherwise it can be made in a jiffy. I was wondering if rajma would get cooked along with rice and Yes! It got cooked perfectly right 🙂 If u are in doubt, check my video below. Enjoy this simple yet flavourful easy lunch box recipe.

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Idli/Dosa Milagai Podi

January 8, 2018 Condiments, Podi/Powders, Side Dish for Idli/Dosa, Tirunelveli Style Recipes  3 comments

Idli/Dosa Milagai Podi or Chutney Powder is an item that is always available in my pantry. It is a must for idli/dosa even if I have any number of other side dishes like Tiffin Sambar or Coconut Chutney. I make sure that a fresh batch of this podi is refilled just before the old batch gets over. It goes well when combined with gingely oil or ghee. I had posted this recipe long time back. Now have updated with new pics and video as well. Do check my collection of side dishes for idli/dosa HERE.

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New Year Lunch Menu – Lunch Menu 5

January 1, 2018 Lunch Menu Series  No comments

Wish u all a very happy & prosperous New Year! 🙂 Usually I begin the new year with a sweet recipe. This year thought of sharing a variety of recipes with all tastes, including a sweet though 🙂 As u all know that is how life is!! Just not sweet things happen to us. Now, dont want to get too philosophical here  This is a simple yet complete meal. Can be made quickly too. May this year be as colourful & tasty as this New Year Lunch Menu. 🙂

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