MYSORE RASAM

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Mysore rasam is one of the flavourful and refreshing rasams of the many varieties of rasam we make.As we all know rasam is served as the second course in the south indian menu next to sambhar.Unlike other rasams this one is a bit thicker and richer because of the spices roasted and grounded,mixed and simmered to perfection.I usually make it for dinner as an accompaniment with rice and serve with fried papads/applams.Piping hot rasam with steamed rice with dollops of homemade ghee is truly divine to eat.It is a normal practice to make this rasam during functions and festivities but...

TOMATO CHUTNEY

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We make numerous breakfast recipes,different lunch varieties yet we are always on the look out for accompaniments to those dishes.Iam afraid we all experience this,if we don't have a good side dish the main dish cannot be enjoyed to its full relishment.Tomato chutney is one such side dish which can not only be made in a jiffy,it can be stored for 2-3 days when made properly.I was thinking something new to eat with dosa and was wondering what to do so this recipe i dug out from an old cookbook at home.One good thing about this recipe is that it...
Usually all of us make kheer/payasam for any festive occasion and the one i made was no exception.I was on a break from blogging for a while and this one i made for my daughter’s birthday though it’s 2 months back posting now only. She likes this very much and every year i make this for her special day.This is a easy and basic recipe but believe me is really tasty and kids will love it for sure.The key here is get the vermicelli perfectly cooked and that’s it.Now over to the recipe…. Notes

PAAL POLI

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Paal Poli is a traditional sweet made during poojas and festivals like Tamil New Year, Boghi and Avani Avittam. These little delights are nothing but maida pooris which are folded and fried and later soaked sweetened milk with dry fruits. They stay good for 4-5 days, if stored in...

STUFFED BRINJAL CURRY

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Brinjal or eggplant also known as aubergine is one veggie which can be used in many dishes,be it north or south indian as well in international cuisines such as italian too.But many specially kids hate it for no reason.I love to experiment in my kitchen with all veggies and thought of making this r
Spaghetti is a favourite food of my daughter. She loves any variety I make and does not complain a bit about this. Pesto Sauce is usually made with basil leaves but I have used coriander leaves. Similarly there are a lot of variation in the usage of nuts, some...

MASALA PURI

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On a rainy day when you are really hungry,this Masala Puri will be like a bowl of happiness to you.I really mean it as it comforting,filling and yummy for your tummy.As I said in my previous post I have been making a few chaat recipes since last week and could click pictures at leisure.So today it is Masala Puri for you at Nithya’s Kitchen.This chaat unlike other chaat varieties is served hot with the gravy specially for it.I have had this many times and here in Bangalore it is very famous and is sold in many chaat shops.My daughter is...

RICE FLOUR

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We all make snacks at home Iam no exception.I make them twice or thrice a month be it any variety and am always of the opinion that homemade is best.So for all the snack items i prepare this rice flour is a must and besides that it can be used for many other items as well such as idiappam,kozhukattai,akki roti,rice flour pooris etc.and also sweets like appam.adirasam and vella seedai.It is a general practice to grind flour in a rice mill if you are preparing it bulk but for me this works out equally fine as i make it whenever...

KASHMIRI PULAO

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Everyone is fond of Pulao and today I made Kashmiri Pulao with Kohinoor Authentic Basmati Rice.Kohinoor brand is known in India and across the globe for their traditional and pure rice.The rice has a signature sweet flavour and heavenly aroma which is beyond comparison.The quality standards are also matchless and as a food blogger,it was a pleasant experience for me to cook with these products. "Bas" means aroma and "mati" means full of in hindi. The grains are slender and flavorful. This traditional and authentic variety of Basmati Rice is naturally aged for 24 months and matured to perfection for...

TOFU MANCHURIAN

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On the publication of soya recipes in Kungumam Thozhi,I made this tofu manchurian.It is always a panner manchurian or a gobi based one that my daughter loves,this was the first time I made something with tofu as a manchurian.Not to mention,tofu has slight different taste from paneer,but it a very he