Cauliflower Yogurt Rice

Cauliflower yogurt rice is a nice twist on the traditional rice-based yogurt dish, offering a lighter and nutrient-packed alternative. Instead of relying on the usual cooked white rice, this version uses grated or frozen riced cauliflower as its base, which is low in calories and carbohydrates while being rich in vitamins and fiber. The cauliflower is usually steamed or lightly sautéed before being mixed with creamy yogurt, making it a perfect dish for those looking to incorporate more vegetables into their meals. The yogurt not only adds a tangy, refreshing flavor but also lends a velvety texture that beautifully complements…

Sweet and Savory Puff Pastry Recipes

It feels good posting a recipe after a long time. It’s been ages since I posted my last recipe here at Redchillies. Family commitments and other priorities took over and blogging took a back seat, lo and behold it’s about 5 years of break. Sounds cliched, but then times flies so fast, isn’t it? I started blogging here when my son Sid was a toddler and now, he is a teenager ready to learn new things..  Interestingly, over the summer he has taken an interest in cooking and is willing to try out new recipes. He has cooked pasta, noodles,…

Chutney Pudi /Spice Powder for Idli or Dosa

I was looking for an easy recipe of podi that did not use dry coconut in the podi. While searching I found this recipe that was close to what I was looking for; readily available ingredients, easy to cook, grind and hassle free storage.  As an added bonus this recipe does not use any oil while roasting and so stays for a longer time. As the name suggests it can be used as accompaniment with idlis, dosas or even plain rice along with good quantity of oil or ghee. Adapted from: Vah chef Ingredients: ¼ cup raw rice ( I…