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Featured : Weekend Blossom ~ Colorful Winter Blooms

Summer is just round the corner in our part of the world. Our garden is bursting with colorful blooms this winter season.

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Andhra Recipes

Verusenaga (Peanut) Tomato Pachadi»

Its the season for tomatoes and they are reasonably priced too. I had earlier blogged peanut tomato pachadi recipe. Today’s recipe is a variation which is a garlic-y amalgam of sorts with tart, nutty, spicy flavors making it a perfect start for the day’s first meal. One that is hard to resist with dosas and idlis.

Non-Vegetarian Recipes

Pepper Chicken Roast»

Today’s chicken roast recipe is a huge hit at my home as well as with friends. Makes for a wonderful starter or side dish with rotis. I found this recipe at Varsha’s blog which has some authentic Kerala style non-vegetarian fare that I have bookmarked to try.

Appetizers & Starters

Indo Chinese Food ~ Chicken Manchurian»

A party appetizer that is loved by all at my home. After a couple of trials, I have settled with this recipe. The secret to a flavorful Chicken Manchurian is the use of chicken stock. Marinated boneless chicken is deep fried and the golden balls are tossed with a cornflour based ginger-garlic concoction and garnished with a generous amount of spring onion greens. Serve hot to savor the true flavor of this Indo Chinese starter.

Festival recipes

Christmas Treats ~ Snowballs, No bake Rum Balls, Sugar Cookies & Zebra Cake»

Wishing all my readers, visitors and friends a Merry Christmas! May you and your families have a wonderful holiday season.

Chutneys & Pachadis

Verusenaga (Peanut) Tomato Pachadi»

Its the season for tomatoes and they are reasonably priced too. I had earlier blogged peanut tomato pachadi recipe. Today’s recipe is a variation which is a garlic-y amalgam of sorts with tart, nutty, spicy flavors making it a perfect start for the day’s first meal. One that is hard to resist with dosas and idlis.

Cakes & Cookies

Eggless Sesame Oats Crisps»

Golden brown treats flecked with sesame seeds and toasted almond pieces, subtle in flavor, slightly nutty and crunchy. This recipe is definitely a keeper and a snack that is sure to be popular among kids!

Indo-Chinese Recipes

Indo Chinese Food ~ Schezwan Vegetables»

Schezwan Vegetables
A few weeks ago we enjoyed a lovely Indo Chinese meal that included Schezwan Vegetables, which is an Indo Chinese version of Schezwan sauce that I adapted from Nita Mehta’s Vegetarian Chinese Cookbook. Tender crisp vegetables are cooked in a fiery sauce that has hints of sweet and sour flavors and a predominately spicy [...]

North Indian Recipes

Sukhi Sabzi ~ Methi Gobhi Matar»

Methi, Gobhi and Matar are my winter favorites. North Indian tadka, aromatic spices, and season’s best produce brought together and you have a light, bright and flavorful stir fry. Rotis, Methi Gobhi Matar dry saute, salad and a cup of yogurt make for a filling and satisfying mid day meal.

Rice recipes

Tomato Coconut Rice»

When I prepared Methi Chicken some weeks ago, I also prepared a Tomato rice with coconut to go with it. Posting the rice recipe for all you flavored-rice lovers.

Curries & Gravies

Anda Methi ~ Egg curry with Fenugreek leaves»

An egg curry with hints of methi and a mild masala flavor. I have kept the recipe light, restraining the use of malai aka cream which yields a creamy rich dish. Play around with spices of your choice. Makes for a quick and flavorful side with rice or rotis.

Savories, Snacks & Tiffins

Methi Matar Pulao»

My love for methi has not diminished in spite of having an overdose of them these winter months. I am making optimum use of fresh methi during season since I will not be able to relish it during the summer months. Likewise with season fresh green peas. Fresh methi and matar decided on a date with rice. A match made in heaven.

Pasta & Baked Recipes

Baked Vegetable Jalfrazi»

Baked Vegetable Jalfrazi with Home made bread
Though this recipe is time consuming in terms of preparation, its worth the effort and time. Makes for a satisfying, nutritious, and delicious one pot meal. And not to mention, its a great way to get Nehal to eat his vegetables.
Be prepared for some good amount of chopping. [...]

Stir Fries

Pepper Chicken Roast»

Today’s chicken roast recipe is a huge hit at my home as well as with friends. Makes for a wonderful starter or side dish with rotis. I found this recipe at Varsha’s blog which has some authentic Kerala style non-vegetarian fare that I have bookmarked to try.


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