Author Archives: Charulata

Puri bhaji recipe

Puri bhaji is a traditional breakfast dish made up of puri and aloo bhaji. Puris are made up of flat rounds of wheat flour which are deep fried and is served with spiced potato vegetable. It is simple recipe to make but also a very delicious snack.

Udupi sambar recipe

Udupi sambar is a very popular dish known after the famous temple town, Udupi. Udupi sambar is made without use of onion or garlic and no garam masala is used. The important ingredients are jaggery, coconut oil and vegetables which are used are red pumpkin or white pumpkin or drumsticks. It serves as a good accompaniment for rice, idlis or dosas.

Oats idli recipe – healthy breakfast recipes

Oats has got lot of heath benefits. It contains more fibre than any other grain which gives a feeling of fullness. It helps in lowering cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart disease. Oats idli is made with powdered oats, semolina, curd and spices. It is a very healthy breakfast to start your day.

Suvarnagadde huli (sambar) or yam curry

A simple curry made with yam, lentils, tamarind and coconut. Suvarnegadde huli or yam curry is a good accompaniment to rice.

Sweet corn paneer masala recipe

Sweet corn is one of the finest source of dietary fibre and also contains good levels of Vitamin B complex group of vitamins. Sweet corn paneer masala is made with sweet corn and cottage cheese in a spicy gravy. A good accompaniment for rotis and naans.

Chow chow mor kuzhambu or chow chow curry

Chayote or Chow chow vegetable is very popular in South Indian cuisine. It is also called as Bangalore brinjal and is used in vegetable stews. It is called as chow chow in Tamilnadu. Chow chow curry is made with sour curd and chow chow. A tangy curry that goes well with rice.

Vangi bhath or brinjal rice recipe

Vangi bhath or brinjal rice is a popular rice dish from Karnataka. It is prepared with brinjals, rice and mixed with spice powders and is mainly accompanied by papads or raita.

Spring onion pakoras

Spring onion pakora is a delicious evening snack made with spring onions, gram flour and spices. It is a perfect monsoon treat or can be had in the winters.

Curd rice or mosaranna or thayir sadam recipe

Mosaranna or curd rice is a popular delicacy of South India. No South Indian meal is complete without curd rice. A very easy to make recipe, it is often eaten accompanied by pickles.

Udupi saaru or udupi rasam powder

A recipe of Udupi rasam powder which is also used for various other Udupi recipes.