Raw mango thokku is a spicy and tangy South Indian pickle that bursts with bold flavors. Made from grated raw mangoes, this relish/pickle is slow-cooked with a blend of red chili powder, turmeric, coriander seeds powder, all tempered in oil. The result is a thick, spicy, and slightly sour condiment that pairs well with curd rice, dosa, or even chapati. The balance of heat and tartness makes it a good addition to any meal, offering a punch of flavor that lingers on the palate. Some variations include a hint of jaggery to mellow the sharpness, creating a delightful contrast between…
Sweet Corn Vegetable Soup
Sweet corn soup is one of our favorite soups to order at an Indian restaurant. Thick and creamy with a healthy dose of vegetables it is a great way to start a meal. It is an Indian Chinese soup recipe which can be easily made at home using fresh or canned corn and few other ingredients. I decided to make this at home for an Indo Chinese style potluck dinner. I received guidance from her about the procedure and she suggested using cream style canned corn. Cream style corn has a good amount of crushed corn and it helped in…
Easy Black Eyed Peas Salad
Did you know that in the Southern United States, eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is thought to bring prosperity in the New Year? Quite frankly I did not know this either and heard about it only recently from a friend. Not sure if it brings good luck or not, but I am pretty sure that they are good for you. Black-eyed peas are very good fiber sources, rich sources of potassium, natural sodium and zinc. These legumes are pretty versatile. They can be used for making dry stir fry, soups, gravy based curries and salads of course. I…
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Aloo Methi/ Potato Fenugreek Dry Curry
A classic combination of potatoes and fresh fenugreek leaves makes this one of the much loved curry by young and old alike. This delectable curry involves cooking potatoes in a mixture of onion, methi leaves along with tomatoes and other spices. Some people use tomatoes while others do not, I prefer using it as it makes the curry moister. The fragrance and flavor of fresh fenugreek is good enough to make the curry delicious, however I add a coarse powder of fennel and coriander and make it even more appetizing. Use fresh methi leaves instead of the frozen ones as…
Plantain (Raw Banana) Curry
Raw banana or plantain has always been a favorite in our family. It is predominantly used in the South Indian homes for many different recipes. I try different recipes using this at home mainly being the Raw Banana Dosa and green banana fry. This curry is simple yet delectable and goes well with rotis or rice. Ingredients: 1 raw banana/plantain (peeled and chopped into small cubes) 1 ripe tomato (medium size chopped) 1 small onion (chopped) 1 tsp urad dal 1 tsp chilli powder 1 spring curry leaves Turmeric a pinch 1 tsp jeera/cumin seeds 1 tsp jeera + coriander…
Spicy White Peas Masala Curry/ Ragada
Today, I made Ragada—a flavorful curry that forms one half of the iconic Ragada Patties duo. Instead of pairing it with the traditional potato patties, I served it with soft rotis, and it worked wonderfully. The beauty of Ragada lies in its versatility; it pairs seamlessly with chapathi, roti, poori, rice, or even bread, making it a go-to dish for all occasions. Ragada is traditionally prepared using dried white peas (vatana), which I don’t use as often as garbanzo beans. While they look somewhat similar—both being round and pale in color—white peas are smaller and smoother compared to the rugged…
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Appe Huli /Raw Mango Rasam
For those in the United States hope you had a wonderful long Easter weekend. We had a relaxing three days, giving us a break from the hectic and sometimes crazy weekdays. The weather was perfect; not too hot or cold, accompanied with a beautiful sunshine that lifted the spirits up. For most part I stayed away from the kitchen; surviving many times on Maggi or takeout food. But on days when I cooked, I made something quick and delicious reminiscent of the carefree days of the past. Appe Huli is speciality of the Havyakas residing in the Yellapur, Sirsi, Sagar…