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Mysore Bonda

Mysore Bonda

In Snacks On January 26, 2012 3 Comments
Method: Soak urad dhal in water for two to three hours. Wash well and grind it to a soft paste using very little water. If you take little… Read More »
Sodhi

Vegetable Sodhi

In Kuzhambu On January 23, 2012 9 Comments
“Sodhi” also known as “Sodhi Kuzhambu” or “Thengai Paal Kuzhambu (Coconut Milk Kuzhambu)” is a common stew prepared in Weddings and Festivals at Tirunelveli Vegetarian Homes. The method… Read More »
Sundal

Mixed Sprouts Sundal

In Snacks On January 17, 2012 2 Comments
Method: Cook the sprouted grams in open vessel by adding little water with a pinch of salt. Do not overcook. (You can also microwave it for few minutes)…. Read More »
Coriander Chutney

Coriander Leaves Chutney (Plain) –Method I

In Chutney On January 9, 2012 1 Comment
Method: Wash the coriander leaves and add chillies, tamarind and salt and grind to a paste. No need to add water. You can grind along with the stems… Read More »
Veg Kadalai Curry

Vegetable Kadalai Curry

In Gravies On January 9, 2012 2 Comments
Method: Soak Kondai Kadalai (whole gram) over night or atleast 6 to 8 hours. Wash the vegetables and cut them into 1 inch size pieces. Separate the florets… Read More »
spicy-oats-kozhukattai

Spicy Oats Kozhukattai

In Snacks On January 6, 2012 24 Comments
Method: Grind the oats to a fine powder and mix with rice flour. Add salt and coconut gratings. Bring two cups of water to boil and add little… Read More »
greeting

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012

In Others On December 31, 2011 8 Comments
At the close of another year, we gratefully pause to wish all our readers a very Happy and Prosperous New Year.
Papaya Orange Halwa

Papaya Orange Halwa

In Sweets On December 29, 2011 8 Comments
Method: Remove the skin and seeds from papaya. Cut it into medium size pieces. Take out juice from the oranges. Put the papaya pieces in a mixie and… Read More »
Potato Curd Fry

Potato Curd Masala

In Gravies On December 26, 2011 9 Comments
Method: Pressure cook potatos for one to two whistles or till it is three fourth cooked. Cool and remove the skin. Cut it into medium size pieces. Chop… Read More »
Christmas kulkul

Let us celebrate Christmas

In Festival, Others On December 18, 2011 2 Comments
Christmas time is here once again, and it is the season of peace and goodwill. This is a time for caring and sharing family and friends. It is… Read More »

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