Update: The mere idea of vada(deep fried lentil dumpling) and Low-fat is contradictory and a typical oxymoron. So if you are looking for a low fat version of the deep fried vada, then use the Appe (Konkani cooking word) Pan/ Skillet. This is also referred to as “Ponganalu/Paniyaram/Uniyappam”. I have found very favorable results by using this pan and this forms a healthier alternative to the deep fired variety. To see how the pan/skillet looks like check here. __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ Masala vada is an all time favorite snack in our family, but since it is deep fried…
Appe with a twist: Dahi Vada (Appe)
Update: In this recipe I first make the Medu Vada as an Appe (Konkani cooking word) in a Aebleskiver Pan. This ‘Appe’ is also referred to as “Ponganalu/ Paniyaram/ Uniyappam/ Gundupongalu or Gundpaanglu”. After that I dip them in the seasoned yogurt/curd. I have found very favorable results by using this pan and this forms a healthier alternative to the deep fired variety. There is also no difference in taste. To see how the pan/skillet looks like check here. ————————————————————————————– It is funny how I came up with this idea of “Dahi Appe” and I have to thank my toddler…
Saffron Sooji Badam Cake (Eggless Semolina Cake)
OK People, brace yourselves while I announce my new cake creation, Saffron Rava Badam Cake. Even though I am not much of a baker, I admire the concept of baking. You measure ingredients correctly, mix it, toss it in the oven, pull it out after X amount of minutes and voila, you have your masterpiece. All this without any kind of baby-sitting involved. What could ever go wrong then? But then the put-off factors for me while baking cake are All Purpose Flour, eggs and butter. OK, OK, I said it and I can feel the expert bakers rolling their…