Niranjana's yummy yummy recipes
Ridge gourd or peerkangai is a vegetable with high water content and rich in Vitamin C. It is low in saturated fat, cholesterol and high in dietery fibre. I saw this vegetable for the first time after my wedding. But didnt know what to do with it until my mom came to look after me …
Coconut rice is one of the mast easy recipes that can be prepared in a jiffy. We usually prepare this for aadi perukku and maattu pongal. This is a simple tiffen box dish. Using coconut oil instead of other oils will enhance its flavour. INGREDIENTS Rice – 1 1/2 cup Coconut …
Curd Rice, popularly called Thayir Sadam in Tamil Nadu and Daddojanam in Andhra Pradesh, is a traditional South Indian dish made by blending cooked rice with fresh curd (yogurt). It is light, refreshing, and packed with flavour, making it a favourite in daily meals as well as festive occasions. Why is Curd Rice Special? Curd …
Vella Sadham, also called Sweet Jaggery Rice, is a time-honoured South Indian dish made using cooked rice, jaggery syrup, grated coconut, and a hint of cardamom. While it may appear similar to Chakkarai Pongal or Nei Payasam, it has a distinct taste and flavour that sets it apart. A Unique Sweet Rice, Different from Pongal …
Puliyodharai, also known as tamarind rice, is a classic South Indian dish that has found a special place in the hearts of many. This tangy, spicy, and flavourful dish is made by mixing cooked rice with a richly spiced tamarind paste, known as Pulikachal. Puliyodharai is not just a dish; it’s a cultural experience, often …
Sakkarai Pongal is a classic South Indian sweet dish that holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, especially in Tamil Nadu. Prepared during the harvest festival Thai Pongal, this traditional sweet symbolizes gratitude, prosperity, and abundance. Made using simple yet wholesome ingredients like rice, moong dal, jaggery, milk, and ghee, Sakkarai Pongal is loved for its …
Koorkai is one of the famous tubers that grows mostly in South Indian states like Tamilnadu and Kerala. The best translation that I got from the internet for koorkai is Chinese potato. This is one of my favourite vegetables. They are cultivated during July and August in Kerala. And you can harvest it after four …
This is one of the cakes I wanted to bake for a long time. Finally I made it for this Christmas. And this cake is something special. Because for the first time, I am baking it for someone else. Few words about the person to whom I gave this cake- She is a woman …
Tomato pickle is a tangy and tasty recipe. This is a very simple recipe which is easy to make in less time. This goes well with curd rice and dosa. I love this a lot. The shelf life of this is one week to ten days. INGREDIENTS Tomato – 1.5 Kg Mustard seeds – 1 …
Anjaneyar vadai is a traditional prasadham offered in many Anjaneyar temples and in Perumal temples. The main ingredient for this recipe is urad dhal and black peppercorn. This recipe is much easier than the normal urad dhal vadai. I made it with white urad dhal. You can make the same recipe with black urad dhal. …
