Mushroom and Soya Chunks Masala

Mushroom and soya chunks masala is a protein-rich gravy well accompanied with roti. There is one special ingredient in this recipe which makes this dish a unique one.

Meen Kozhambu/Fish Curry

Fish curry/Meen kozhambu, South Indian style delicacy which goes well with rice/idli/dosa.

Baklava

 Baklava, a traditional Middle Eastern pastry, layers of phyllo filled with nuts and drenched in sugar syrup.There are numerous variations of baklava, Greek, Turkish....lets not get into history and enjoy just the recipe for now

Thenkuzhal Murukku

As we are nearing festival season starting from Dussehra to Diwali, its time for snacks and sweets. A simple thenkuzhal murukku made easy and comes out with no failures...

Thakkali Sadam/Tomato Rice

One-pot delicious and comfort food. It's easy to prepare. The tangy flavor of the tomato and the simple spices makes it a great instant and satisfying meal.

Sura Puttu

Sura Puttu is a South Indian delicacy usually had with meen/fish kozhambhu and rice.

Shrimp/Prawn/Eral Thokku

A very simple, home style eral/shrimp thokku.

Murungai Keerai/Drumstick Leaves Podi

Murungai keerai podi, one delicious and healthy recipe which goes well with idli or hot rice with ghee.

Paneer Biriyani

A delicious version of biriyani with aromatic flavors for a vegetarian one pot meal.

Mixed Vegetable Curry

Mixed vegetable curry is a compliment to the eyes and a good way to incorporate all the veggies in one delicious curry.

Tomato Jam

 A great way to use your tomatoes, homemade tomato jam. I remember my mom making tomato jam at home,

Chilli Idli

Famous South Indian breakfast recipe turned into a Chinese blended recipe for a change.

Simili Urundai/Ragi Sesame and Peanut Balls

Simili Urundai is a healthy ragi sweet made with jaggery, peanuts and sesame. Ragi is a good source of iron and calcium and this recipe is packed with nutrients. Do give this to your kids at least twice a week.

Chettinad Chicken

One of the most flavorful chicken dishes of South India. It's distinctively known for its spice and aroma.

Badam Puri

A traditional sweet recipe of Karnataka, crispy puri drenched in sugar syrup flavored with cardamom and saffron.

Chili Garlic/Poondu Milagai Chutney

A chutney for spice and garlic lovers. I personally like garlic and add it to most of my recipes, this is a habit I have inherited from my mom.

Poosanikkai/Parangikkai Thogayal

Poosanikkai/Parangikkai/Pumpkin thogayal with hot rice topped of with fresh ghee is a perfect combination. During our vacation to visit the Grand Canyons.........

Nethili/Anchovies Thengai Puttu

Puttu is generally made from shredded fish most commonly from sura/shark. Nethili thengai curry/puttu  is a recipe I learnt from my in laws.

Banana Walnut Bread

 
Super moist and perfect breakfast bread, it's also amazing to have with a cup of coffee or tea in my case. You could slice them and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and make them a good snack for your kids.

Kerala Fish/Meen Curry

A flavorful Kerala fish curry. I have a lot of kerala friends from my school days and have enjoyed eating in their house and love their food. Specially fish curry with coconut.

Rajma

 A protein rich North Indian curry very often made in Punjab. It is a perfect combination with rice/chawal and roti. The red kidney beans brings the aroma and flavor of this dish with very less spice used. Its a very simple recipe.

Mutton Rogan Josh

Mutton Rogan Josh, a kashmiri based Indian delicacy. Packed with flavors of spices, the red color and oil floating is the key to this recipe. So don't compromise on the ingredients.

Akkaravadisal

Akkaravadisal is a traditional Iyengar recipe similar to sakkarai pongal. The richness of the the milk, saffron and ghee are the key ingredients of this recipe.

Palak Paratha

A simple and tasty paratha, with large amount of fiber, vitamins and minerals. The green color is a real treat for your eyes. One way of getting spinach into your kids food.

Poosanikkai Soup

Poosanikkai/Ash guard/Winter melon soup with a touch of coconut milk. This is a great vegetable for weight loss and to control diabetes.