Niranjana's yummy yummy recipes
Aadi month, also known as Aadi Maasam, is the fourth month in the Tamil calendar and holds great significance for Hindus. Starting in mid-July and ending in mid-August, this period marks the beginning of Dakshinayana punya kaalam, considered the onset of the night for the Devas. As Aadi arrives, a series of festivals follow, encapsulating …
Kollu Rasam, also known as Horse Gram Rasam, is a traditional South Indian soup made with horse gram and freshly ground spices, offering a warm, tangy flavor that’s perfect for winter. As the name suggests, this rasam uses horse gram, or kollu, which has been used traditionally as cattle food but is also a powerhouse …
Gulab Jamun, a beloved Indian sweet, is often made during festivals and parties, symbolizing joy and celebration. This soft, syrup-soaked dessert holds a special place in my heart, as my amma always makes it at home with love and care. She customizes it to suit our family’s taste, ensuring that the gulab jamuns are cooked …
Hagalkayi Gojju, also known as Bitter Gourd Curry, is a traditional Karnataka-style dish that balances the bitter flavor of hagalkayi (bitter gourd) with tangy tamarind, jaggery, and freshly ground spices. This unique sweet-sour-spicy curry is popular across Karnataka and is known for its health benefits, as bitter gourd is rich in nutrients and known to …
Mangalore Rasam Podi, also known as Mangalore Rasam Powder, is a unique and aromatic spice blend used to make traditional Mangalorean rasam. Made from a mix of roasted spices like coriander seeds, cumin, black pepper, and red chilies, this rasam podi adds depth, warmth, and vibrant flavour to rasam, a popular South Indian soup. With …
My recipes in Aval kitchen I do not know where to start thanking all those who played a role in my recipes getting published in Aval kitchen. It started when I met Priya Iyer. She introduced me to Vikatan group. Thank you so much Priya. And by coincidence, her recipes will also appear in July’s …
Seppankizhangu Roast is a popular South Indian dish made from colocasia root (commonly known as seppankizhangu or arbi), a root vegetable known for its earthy flavour and crispy texture when roasted. This dish is a perfect combination of simplicity and taste, where tender seppankizhangu is sliced, seasoned with aromatic spices, and roasted until golden and …
Eggless Whole Wheat 2-in-1 Orange Cake is a unique, nutritious twist on the classic orange cake, made using whole wheat flour for a healthier option without compromising on taste. As the name suggests, this cake is made with fresh orange flavor and has two variations—plain and chocolate—making it a delightful 2-in-1 cake. A soft, tender …
Instant Wheat Dosai (also known as Godhumai Dosai) is a healthy variation of the traditional South Indian dosa made with wheat flour instead of the usual rice flour. This easy-to-make, quick recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a nutritious and flavorful breakfast or snack. While it’s incredibly simple to prepare, there are a few …
Vella Dosai, also known as Jaggery Dosai, holds a special place in my heart as one of my favorite tiffins from childhood. This comforting, sweet dosai was a regular treat made by my amma or paati during my school days. Made with wheat flour and naturally sweetened with jaggery, this dosai is both wholesome and …
