A festive treat especially made for the sons in law of our family. Garelu, also called vada make a perfect combination with kodi koora or kobbari pacchadi (coconut chutney). In my first few days every time I make the dish, it was a disaster. Later I learned the right way from my mother in law. […]

menthi kura pappu Although I cook with all kinds of greens in my kitchen, this is my all time favorite. menthi kura pappu an excellent combination when eaten with hot rice, ghee and papads. Methi leaves are small and delicate for looks but when cooked release a great flavour. Ingredients methi/fenugreek – 1 bunch (pluck […]

This simple and easy sweet can be made within no time. Ingredients Besan (Senagapindi) – 1 cup powdered sugar – 1/2 cup (for those who eat prefer more sweetness can add little more) elaichi powder – 1 tsps Ghee – 1/2 cup (melted) Cashew nuts for topping Preparation 1. Heat 2 tb sps of ghee […]

When I first stepped in singapore, I was wondering what these could be. I thought they were baby cabbages and later realised that these are called brussel sprouts. Its been a long time that I’m watching them, so lets give a try I thought. Brussel sprouts look like small cabbages but are sweeter. An amazing […]

This is a simple and easy to make chutney that goes well with tiffins like dosa, idli, mysore bajji…. What we need green chillies – 8 (slit length wise) roasted bengal gram (vepudu senagapappu) – 1 cup grated coconut – 1 cup oil – 1 tsp salt to taste for tempering oil – 2 tsps […]

A delicious breakfast which we like a lot. I remember my mom making the batter and leaving it overnight. That makes bajjis come out soft and tastier, says mom. What we need: sour curd – 1 cup (whip smooth without lumps) onions – 2 finely chopped green chillies – 3 finely chopped maida – 2 […]