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Andhra Recipes

Verusenaga (Peanut) Tomato Pachadi

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.



Barbati Tomato Kura - Yard long beans with tomato

Barbati Tomato Kura - Yard long beans with tomato

This simple recipe is a version of a classic tomato curry and makes a decent side with rotis or rice. Fresh long beans are blanched to tenderness and simmered with caramelized onions, tomatoes and garlic to deliver a hearty, warm curry. This recipe works with most stringy beans.



Thotakura Vepudu ~ Amaranth leaves stir fry (3)

Thotakura Vepudu ~ Amaranth leaves stir fry (3)

One of the best things about Amaranth leaves is its availability through out the year. A regular green in our kitchen and most times I prepare a dry saute. Today’s recipe is a simple and quick stir fry and makes a good side with rotis and rice. The final sprinkle of roasted sesame powder adds a nutty taste to the fry.



Kobbari Burfi ~ Coconut Sweet

Kobbari Burfi ~ Coconut Sweet

With Christmas round the corner, I am spending more time in the kitchen baking cookies and cakes and preparing traditional sweets. I made Gulabi Puvvulu, popularly known as Rose Cookies on Sunday and today it was Coconut Burfi.



Pappu Thotakura ~ Tuvar dal with Amaranth leaves

Pappu Thotakura ~ Tuvar dal with Amaranth leaves

I really appreciate this part of the year and even more farm fresh produce. This morning, my regular vegetable vendor brought home fresh Thotakura aka amaranth leaves. Isn’t it lovely cooking clean and fresh ingredients and transforming them into simple healthy meals?



Barbati Bangaladumpa Vepudu ~ Yard Long Beans-Potato Stir fry

Barbati Bangaladumpa Vepudu ~ Yard Long Beans-Potato Stir fry

Barbati aka yard long beans are a regular fare at the local market though they hardly make an appearance at our dining table. This morning as Nehal was leaving for school, a young mobile vegetable vendor, greeted us at our doorstep to sell farm-fresh long beans, ridge gourd and raw plantains. These vegetables among others are grown on his small piece land situated in a village 28 kms away from Vizag.



Vanjaram Vepudu ~ Simple Fish Roast

Vanjaram Vepudu ~ Simple Fish Roast

Living along the sea coast has its advantages. One of them being regular availability of freshly caught sea food, especially fish. Today I bought Vanjaram (spotted seer fish) and prepared a simple roast with minimal spices. Nehal and Satish relish it and so do I. There are few things I love more than a nicely roasted fish, hot off the pan.



Nimmakaya Annam ~ Lemon Rice

Nimmakaya Annam ~ Lemon Rice

Yesterday was a busy day and meant less time in the kitchen. Made a simple, lemon-flavored, vibrant colored rice that was not only quick to prepare but brightened up my day. Relished it with yogurt and papads. An all time favorite especially during travel and as picnic food. Love the way how a pinch of [...]



Beerakaya Gasagasalu ~ Ridge Gourd Poppy Seeds Stir fry

Beerakaya Gasagasalu ~ Ridge Gourd Poppy Seeds Stir fry

Earlier I had blogged Beerkaya thokku pachadi using the peel of ridge gourd and the peeled ridge gourd was used to prepare a simple stir fry, Beerakaya Gasagasalu aka Ridge gourd Poppy seeds.



Sorakaya Payasam ~ Doodhi Kheer for 4th blog birthday

Sorakaya Payasam ~ Doodhi Kheer for 4th blog birthday

Today, Sailu’s Kitchen turns four. Feels incredible! A mere ‘thank you’ isn’t enough to express my gratitude for your affection, support and encouragement, dear readers. I appreciate each and every comment, feedback and emails sent by you. Thank you very much!



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