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Soya Chunks Pulao recipe – How to make Soya chunks rice recipe – rice recipes

Soya chunks pulao – a simple and nutritious pulao recipe made with basmati rice and soya chunks with an aromatic flavor from the whole spices.   Soya chunks or nuggets are full of proteins and rich in vitamins, minerals and other nutrients proven to help lower cholesterol and loss of bone mass.  It is a  vegetarian high

French beans subzi – Maharashtrian style recipe – How to make Farasbi chi sabzi – side dish for rotis

French beans subzi is a simple recipe made with French beans in Maharashtrian style with peanuts and goda masala as the main ingredients. Peanuts give a nutty taste  and goda masala gives a unique flavor to this dish.   French beans are low in calories and fat and contains no cholesterol.  The fiber content is

Collection of 11 fenugreek leaves/methi recipes – methi leaves recipes

Methi leaves or fenugreek leaves has lot of health benefits but has a light bitter taste.  Methi leaves are widely used in Indian cuisine as it gives a distinct flavor and gives good taste if prepared with mild spices.  They can be used in different ways in our Indian kitchen.  They are not only easy

Idli chilli recipe – How to make idli chilli recipe – Indian snacks recipes | easy idli recipes

Idli chilli is a very delicious snack made with leftover idlis.  You can also use fresh regular idlis or mini idlis for this recipe.  Idli chilli is also a easy snack which can be prepared in less than half an hour.  You can have it as a breakfast dish or as an evening snack or as an

Appam dosa recipe – How to make appam dosa recipe – Breakfast dishes

Appam is a healthy and traditional dish from Kerala State in  South India.  It is a soft and spongy dosa  and done without much use of oil.  Appam is best served with vegetable stew or kadala curry.  It can be had as a breakfast dish or as a brunch recipe.  The batter has to be well

Oats dhokla recipe – How to make oats dhokla recipe – oats recipes

Oats dhokla is a healthy recipe made with powdered oats and little gram flour.  This tasty snack is also easy to make and makes up for a perfect tea-time snack .  Oats helps reduce cholesterol, gives energy to keep you going and helps maintain weight. Oats is a good source of protein and a rich

Sweet potato curry recipe – How to make sweet potato curry recipe

Sweet potato is a starchy root vegetable which is full of nutrients and vitamins.  They do not take much time to cook and tastes delicious when cooked with spices.  Sweet potatoes are high in Vitamin B6 and a good source of potassium, Vitamin C and D.   They  contain iron and support a healthy immune system

Garlic rasam – How to make garlic rasam recipe (south indian poondu rasam) – rasam recipes

Garlic rasam is a comforting rasam made with the goodness of garlic, black pepper and other spices, which aids  digestion and has other medicinal benefits too.   It is an ideal accompaniment for steamed rice or can be just had as a soup.  This rasam is  a very good remedy for cold, fever and cough.  Do try this garlic

Carrot moong dal salad recipe – How to make carrot kosambari recipe – salad recipes

Carrot moong dal salad or hesaru bele kosambari (as called in Karnataka) is the  healthiest salad made from carrot and moong dal and a traditional salad of Karnataka State.  This salad is commonly served as a side dish during a wedding feast.  Lemon juice added to this salad gives a tangy taste.   Carrot moong dal

Aloo gobi paratha recipe – How to make aloo gobi (potato cauliflower) paratha recipe

Aloo gobi paratha – a stuffed paratha made with grated cauliflower, mashed potatoes and spices.  It is one of the popular paratha recipes from Punjab.  Parathas are generally served as breakfast dish and served with raita or plain curd.  Wheat flour is used here for making these parathas instead of maida and hence makes this