Author Archives: Charulata

Raw banana thoran or raw banana curry recipe

Raw banana thoran or curry is a simple and easy to make South Indian curry recipe made with raw bananas and is best enjoyed with rice or rotis.  It is called as thoran in Kerala and a very popular dish in their cuisine.  The raw bananas are boiled and then stir fried with coconut masala and

Aam ka panna or raw mango panna recipe

Aam ka panna is a healthy Indian drink made from raw mangoes, sugar and mild spices.  This drink is mainly consumed in North India during summer due to excessive sweating.  Aam ka panna not only quenches thirst but also prevents the excessive loss of iron due to sweating.  It is also a good source of

Tomato dosa recipe

Tomato dosa or thakkali dosa is a very nutritious and  yummy dosa made with rice and tomatoes which are the main ingredients and which is an ideal breakfast to start your day..  It requires no fermentation and can be prepared quickly.  Tomato dosa is a healthy and tangy version of dosa recipe.  I have prepared using

Spicy cauliflower masala recipe

Spicy cauliflower masala is a easy and quick to make curry and a perfect accompaniment for rotis or rice.  It is another simple  and delicious cauliflower curry recipe which is a dry subzi.  This subzi can also be used as a stuffing for sandwiches or chapati rolls. Prep Time : 15 mins Cook Time : 20 mins

Methi (fenugreek leaves) pakoda or pakora or methi fritters recipe

Methi pakoda is a healthy Indian snack made from fresh fenugreek leaves, gram flour, onions, asafoetida and mild spices.  They are not only nutritious and crispy but also rich in iron due to goodness of fenugreek leaves.  Methi pakoda is a quick and easy to make pakoda recipe and can be had as an evening snack with a

Mangalore buns or banana buns or banana pooris recipe

Mangalore buns is a type of deep fried bread prepared with all purpose flour, ripe bananas, curd, cumin seeds, sugar, baking soda and salt. It is a unique food cuisine of Mangalore,  a beautiful coastal city of Karnataka.  This soft and fluffy puffed bread is also called as ‘banana buns’ or just ‘buns’ and is a part

Healthy Green Rice or Green pulao recipe

Healthy green rice (rice with greens) is a healthy and nutritious recipe prepared with spinach, green peas, green capsicum, coriander leaves and mint leaves alongwith flavours like onions, garlic and green chillies to enhances its taste. The ingredients used in this recipe gives a pleasant green color to the pulao.  Green rice is very easy

Quick shahi tukda or tukra recipe or Indian bread pudding recipe

Shahi tukda or tukra is a rich bread pudding flavoured with cardamon and garnished with dry fruits.  It is a bread pudding dessert of fried bread slices soaked in warm milk with saffron strings and cardamom.   The name ‘shahi’ itself suggests means royal dessert, an exotic rich bread pudding.  This dessert is said to

Toasty paneer (cottage cheese) sandwich recipe

Toasty paneer sandwich is a very simple, delicious and  quick to make sandwich recipe made with paneer, onions, tomatoes and spices.  It is an ideal snack for breakfast, brunch or even school lunchboxes.  Sandwiches when toasted become hygienic and healthy even if it is made at home or outside.  Enjoy it plain or toasted as breakfast or

Roasted peanut chutney recipe

Peanut chutney is an excellent accompaniment for idlis, dosas  and rotis.  This spicy and fiery chutney can also be used as a spread for sandwiches. Peanut chutney, if refrigerated, stays good for   2-3 days. Prep Time : 5 mins Cook Time : 10 mins Servings – 2 persons Total time – 15 mins Indian cuisine