Niranjana's yummy yummy recipes
Poori (also spelled Puri) is a popular Indian fried bread made using whole wheat flour, salt, and water. These golden, puffed discs are deep-fried until crisp and airy, making them an irresistible part of Indian breakfasts, festive meals, and traditional South Indian tiffins. Pooris are soft on the inside with a delicate outer crispness, best …
Nenthrai/ Banana chips is one of the famous traditionsl snacks in Kerala and other parts of South india. It is made with a variety of banana called Nenthrai. This is different from raw plantain that we use to make sabzis and curries. Ripened nenthrai is very good for health and we can make lot of …
Boondhi ladoo is one of the famous traditional sweets made on various occasions like wedding, baby shower and also during festrivals like Diwali. This sweet is very close to my heart and there is a reason behind it. This is one particular sweet which we make together for Diwali. We make around 150 ladoos to …
Boost barfi is a soft fudge that can be made easily without much strain. I have heard a lot about bournvita cake or chocolate cake. I wanted to try with boost and made this fudge. It is made with minimum ingredients like maida / all purpose flour, sugar and boost. Without much write up we …
Murukku is a traditional South Indian snack made on festival days especially on Diwali. I had no idea of making beetroot murukku. Actually I chopped it to make poriyal / dry sabzi. All of a sudden I thought of trying this. Since I chopped it to make poriyal, it has been chopped into small cubes. …
Mysorepa (Mysore Pak) is a classic South Indian sweet made with gram flour (besan), ghee, and sugar. This iconic delicacy originated in the royal kitchens of Mysore at the historic Mysore Palace. Today, Mysorepa is one of the most loved festive sweets, especially during Diwali and special celebrations. From the traditional hard and porous version …
Arisi Thengai Payasam is a classic South Indian dessert made with rice, freshly grated coconut, and jaggery. Known for its rich, creamy texture and sweet flavour, this payasam is often prepared during festivals, special occasions, or as an offering to deities. The combination of cooked rice, coconut milk, and jaggery syrup makes this payasam a …
Paruppu vadai / Masal vadai is a favourite snack for me and my bro. My mom makes crispy and hot vadai during rainy days. The whole family will sit together and enjoy this with hot cup of tea. It is one of the item made in almost all festive days. Mupparuppu vadai, as the name indicates …
Bisi-bele-bath is a Kannada phrase meaning hot lentil rice. This is a Karnataka recipe. You can find this in restaurants that has Udupi cuisine. Amma makes this recipe at home occasionally when my bro and I were kids. Later I learnt some tips from our kannadian family friend and found it very easy and tastier. …
Bisi Bele Bath Podi is a fragrant spice blend from Karnataka, specially made to prepare the traditional dish Bisi Bele Bath – a wholesome combination of rice, toor dal (pigeon pea lentils), tamarind, and spices. The word Bisi Bele Bath literally means “hot lentil rice” in Kannada. The podi (powder) is the soul of this …
