A Vegetarian food blog with Step by Step Recipes
Brinjal Curry is an Easy Side Dish for Biryani that can be done very quickly. Biryanis always are served with some raita and gravy on the side and this dish is very apt for it. First of all, when we make Biryanis, we always end up making something on the side as well. So you […]
Peanut Podi Pulihora is tangy tamarind rice made with tamarind extract and added with roasted peanut powder in the end. This is a wonderful variation if you want to try a new mixed rice dish with tamarind. We love pulihora and Amma makes so many versions of it with different ingredients as well. Pulihora means […]
Gummadikaya Pulusu is the next one featured in the Vegetarian Lunch Thali. This Pulusu is a tangy, slightly sweetish gravy that pairs well with steamed rice. We mostly make pumpkin as gojju or thick gravy. And there are occasions when we want to make something extra too. And there are occasions when the dishes we […]
Pavakkai Pitlai is a tangy, mildly spiced tamarind gravy, served with rice. The ground masala added to the Pitlai makes it very delicious when served with steamed rice and ghee. Pitlai is much similar to the Arachuvita Sambar with a slight difference in the ingredients added. You can serve Pitlai in different ways. When you […]
Mamidikaya Kobbari Annam is a mixed rice dish made with fresh unripe mango along with Indian spices to make an easy rice dish. This Mango Rice is always a part of our Summer Menu. Similarly, we make sure we cook all the different dishes with unripe mango during the season. So along with enjoying the […]
Chow Chow Pasi Paruppu Poriyal is an easy and quick stir fry made with chayote squash and moong dal. The simple stir fry made with cooked moong dal and chow chow, tempered with grated coconut. Apart from being used in Sambar, this vegetable can be made as Stir Fry, Kootu. In both versions, a mix […]
Rava Paniyaram is an instant breakfast dish you can make with Rava or Sooji in the Paniyaram Pan. This instant rave appe is very easy to make and is versatile. This only takes about 10 minutes to get prepared and another 10 mins to cook. Serve this with coconut chutney for a delicious combination. This […]
Pallem Obbattu is a spicy aloo poli made with potato masala stuffed in maida. This can be served for a delicious breakfast or evening snack. Pallem Obbattu is a typical breakfast prepared in different parts of south India and called by different names like Alu Poli, Palyada Holige, Kaaram Bobbatlu, Kharada Holige. Typically I have […]
Tamil Nadu Kuli Paniyaram is a popular breakfast dish made with rice batter with different proportions. This kuzhi paniyaram can be spiced with chilies and vegetables. Kara Paniyaram is a delicious breakfast dish served for both breakfasts or evening snacks. We will need a special gadget to make these paniyarams. Previously iron cast paniyaram pans […]
Tamil Nadu Adai is a special type of Dosa made with rice and lentils. This is a protein rich and healthy breakfast option. This is a no ferment dosa and only requires about 2 hours of soaking time. Once ground into a smooth batter, you can immediately make dosas. However, I always end up resting […]