Niranjana's yummy yummy recipes
Rose Apple Rice, also known as Chambakka Sadham, is a colourful, delicious, and highly nutritious rice dish that can be prepared quickly and easily. Chambakka, the key ingredient, is a bell-shaped fruit that comes in bright shades of pink, rose, and white. This fruit is known by various names such as Java apple, Jambakkai, …
Sambar powder, also known as sambar podi, is a flavourful blend of spices that are roasted and ground to a fine powder. This aromatic spice mix is the base for preparing sambar, a traditional South Indian lentil-based gravy cooked with vegetables. While the core ingredients remain similar, there are countless variations across different regions and …
Dosa is a quintessential breakfast recipe in South India which is eaten most of the days in a week. Quinoa Red rice dosa is a healthier option when compared to the normal dosa. If you are on a weight loss journey, then this can be one option for you. Quinoa Red rice dosa is super …
Pansache Dhonas is a traditional Goan-style steamed jackfruit cake made with a delightful combination of jackfruit, semolina, and other ingredients. This recipe blends the natural sweetness of jackfruit pulp with semolina, grated coconut, and jaggery, which are then steamed to create a moist and flavorful cake. While some variations of the recipe include milk or …
Almond Pistachio Halwa is a delightful and classic Indian dessert that is both rich and easy to prepare. This sweet treat combines the flavors of almonds, pistachios, sugar, and khova (evaporated milk solids) into a delicious dessert that can be made in under 20 minutes. Whether you use homemade or store-bought khova, the result is …
Parippu Pradhaman is a cherished Kerala-style payasam (kheer) made with split moong dal, coconut milk, and jaggery. It holds a special place in the Kerala Sadhya—a traditional feast where various dishes are served, with payasam or pradhaman being a staple. This dish is part of a variety of pradhamans, including Ada Pradhaman, Paalada Pradhaman, Chakka …
Italian Bhel is a delightful fusion dish that reimagines the traditional Indian Bhel Puri with an Italian twist. This vibrant, crispy chaat or starter combines the familiar elements of Bhel Puri with the flavors of Italy. Instead of using traditional puffed rice, Italian Bhel is made with fried spaghetti, which adds a unique texture and …
Vella Seedai, also known as Vella Cheedai, is a cherished traditional South Indian snack, often prepared during festivals like Gokulashtami. This delightful treat is made with a blend of rice flour, urad dal flour, and jaggery, resulting in a crispy and mildly sweet snack that’s hard to resist. While the ingredients are simple, achieving the …
Oats biscuit is a simple biscuit recipe made using oats, all purpose flour and some desiccated coconut. It is prepared in less than an hour. This easy-to-make recipe is a great option for all the vegetarians as they are made without using eggs in it. Oats biscuits are the perfect companions of our tea. These …
Tiffin Sambar, as the name suggests, is traditionally paired with tiffin items such as Idli, Dosa, Vada, and Pongal. In my opinion, the best Tiffin Sambar is served at Annapurna Gowrishankar Hotel in Coimbatore, while the Sambar at Saravana Bhavan in Chennai is also highly praised. There are numerous variations of Sambar, each unique to …
