This Indian style scrambled eggs are very popular in all regions of India. It is made slightly different in each regions. In the South it is eaten with rice, poori or chapati and in the North it is eaten with plain paratha, roti or phulka. In the western parts of India especially in Mumbai, egg bhurji is eaten with pav. This combo is a popular street food and is known as Bhurji Pav....
About Curd Curd is a traditional fermented dairy product that originated in Indian Sub-Continent. The word “dahi” may have derived from the Sanskrit word “dadhi” that translates to “sour milk or fermented milk”. So it is a traditional fermented food made with milk and a bacterial culture. We Indians grew up eating curd almost every day in some or the other form. We serve it at the end of every meal either on its own or in the form of curd rice, chaas/ buttermilk, lassi etc....
Puffed rice is known by different names in India. Muri, murmura, maramara, pori and kurmura are some of the names. It is a grain that is made by puffing rice. It is mostly used to make snack foods. It just takes 15 minutes to prepare jhal muri. Puffed rice, roasted peanuts, chanachur, boiled potatoes, chopped tomatoes, onions, coriander and a few other basic ingredients are used to make this. Various spice powders are used to flavor it....
Khara bath tastes good on its own. But it is usually served with coriander Coconut chutney. The key to making a good khara bath lies in the spice powder used. Rava bath served in each tiffin center has a distinct flavor & taste as each one uses their own unique masala powder. To make khara bath I have used homemade vangi bath powder that I shared on my Vangi bath post....
As a stand by, I have some quick ideas & recipes for breakfast that can be made in a jiffy without any planning and are healthy as well. This oats omelette is one of them. It very similar to the regular egg omelet or mushroom omelet. All we need here is a good amount of chopped veggies, eggs or egg whites and oats. This Oats egg omelette can also be had for a light lunch or dinner too and is quite filling and heavy....
In some parts of Andhra, kudumulu means a sweet stuffed ball while in few other parts a rice ball without stuffing means the same. In few other regions it a sweet stuffed inside rice flour covering in the shape of kadubu something like kajikaya. Got to know all these from my Telugu friends in Singapore who belong to different regions of Andhra. I was surprised at how the same dish is termed differently....
In most South Indian homes, rice payasam is prepared during festivals, celebrations and religious ceremonies. It is offered to the Hindu gods or deities as Naivedyam during the puja. After the offering it is distributed among the family & friends as prasadam. Traditionally rice payasam was prepared with jaggery as it is believed to be a wholesome & purest form of natural sweetener. Cow’s milk & ghee were used as a custom especially when prepared for offering....
In this post I share how to make crunchy thin sev. It is addictive and can be enjoyed in so many ways. About Sev Sev is a generic Hindi term used to refer to Indian fried noodles that are crunchy. There are numerous variations of Sev that vary in thickness, size & flavors. In the Indian Markets, you are likely to find Karasev, Plain sev, Ratlami sev, Nylon sev, Palak sev, Bhujia sev, Indori Sev & the list goes on....
Want to know what is aloo tikka and why is it so popular in the restaurants? About Aloo Tikka Aloo tikka are Indian style grilled potatoes that are marinated first with spiced yogurt and then char grilled to perfection in a Tandoor, a clay oven. So aloo tikka are nothing but Tandoori potatoes which are crisp on the outside, soft inside with a burst of Indian flavors. Aloo is an Indian word for ‘potatoes’ & tikka is any piece of food that is grilled....
We make many kinds of chutneys with veggies and consider them to be healthy to include in every meal. Brinjal chutney is made in most households and each one has their own way of making it. Traditionally it was made with charcoal grilled eggplants, similar to the North Indian baingan bharta. It was just mashed and seasoned with crushed green chillies and other ingredients like cumin, tamarind and salt. In the modern days since it is not possible for us to grill them on char coal, the brinjals are chopped and sauteed in a pan until tender....
Alasanda is a Telugu word for black eyed peas. These are also known as lobia in Hindi and are used to make curry, stir fries, sundal and many other dishes. Black eyed peas are high in protein, fiber and essential nutrients. These are highly used in rural India, where they are cultivated. Alasanda Vada These Alasanda Vada are very easy and quick to make like the Masala vada, if you have soaked lentils....
What is aloo bhujia? Also known as bhujia, it’s a traditional crunchy snack made with potatoes, gram flour, moth beans & spices. According to Wikipedia, aloo bhujia was first made in Bikaner city of Rajasthan, during the reign of Maharaja Shri Dungar Singh in 1877. Over the years, it became a popular snack all over India & is sold by many brands. The taste, texture and flavor of aloo bhujia is different from one brand to the other....
Tips to make a good bhindi ki sabji For health benefits, do not overcook ladies finger or until they turn too soft. Just cook until they are no more slimy. For more Bhindi recipes, you can checkBhindi masalaBhindi fryLadies finger fryBendakaya pulusuVendakaya poriyal How to Make Bhindi Ki Sabji (Stepwise photos) Prepare Ladies Finger Rinse 250 to 300 grams ladies finger under runny water. I spray vinegar and sprinkle some salt....
This butter cake recipe is quite simple to make and can be tried even by beginners. Serve it however you like with sugar dusted over, whipped cream frosting, butter cream frosting or chocolate frosting. It tastes amazing even plain with a cup of tea or milk. I have used a stand mixer for convenience however a hand mixer or a food processor can also be used. Even a ballon whisk also does a good job but takes a bit longer....
The crunch, taste and texture of one-pot capsicum pulao make it a delicious addition to potluck and party menus. Before you learn how to make the best capsicum rice, let’s find out what goes into this quick and easy dish. About Capsicum Rice A delectable dish is made with rice, assorted bell peppers, peas that have been infused with aromatics like onions and garlic. The warm ground spices and herbs imbibe their flavors into the vegetables and cooked rice....
It is also available in other parts of the world: in Bangladesh it is called Borhani, in Nepal it is mattha or mohi, in the Middle East it is Ayran. Like in India, each region has its own flavors. In North India, buttermilk may be flavored with cumin or mint. Down in South India, it is more likely to be flavored using curry leaves and perhaps mustard seeds that are fried in oil or ghee....
In this post I show you how to make restaurant style chicken 65 that’s really addictive, flavorful, crispy and super delicious. Instructions to air fry & bake in oven included. Are you curious to know .. What is Chicken 65? Chicken 65 is a South Indian deep fried chicken appetizer, originated in Hotel Buhari in Chennai. Chicken pieces are marinated with flour, spices, yogurt, egg, and curry leaves. These are later fried to perfection until golden and crisp....
Many yrs ago, got this chettinad chicken fry recipe called as chicken varuval recipe from a tamil friend who hailed from Madurai, and was our neighbor in bangalore. She was a very good cook. I used to adore her health consciousness while cooking and the way she used to handle her kids. It is almost 6 yrs, since I have been cooking this. To make a good chettinad chicken varuval recipe, all the ingredients are a must to get a good aroma....
Instant Pot Dal In the recent years, many of us are switching over to Instant pot from the traditional cookers due to ease of use and cleaning. If you are a beginner learning to cook Indian food in Instant pot, this detailed post is something to start with. A Dal recipe can be made in so many ways and each region has their own way of tempering the dal and spicing it up....
It is gluten-free and can be vegan if you use almond or coconut oil in place of ghee.If you are new to Indian cuisine, read on to know more About Kaju Katli Kaju katli is a delicious traditional North Indian sweet made with cashew nuts, sugar and cardamom powder. Here “Kaju” is a Hindi word that translates to “cashews” and katli to “Thin slices”. Kaju katli is rich, exquisite, and amazingly decadent with a smooth melt-in-the-mouth texture....
