Dondakaya or Ivy Gourd is a good source of Iron, Vitamins, Minerals and dietary fibre. It prevents kidney stones, fatigue, protects the nervous system, maintains a healthy metabolism, fiber keeps the digestive tract healthy. Today I am posting Dondakaya Pachadi or Ivy Gourd pachadi which is prepared in Telangana Style, which is served with idli, […]
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Amla or Indian Gooseberry has innumerable health benefits for the hair, skin and body. Amla is a rich source of Vitamin C and it is also loaded with antioxidants. Amla has been used since ancient times as natural ingredients to enhance the beauty of hair. You can eat amla fruit or consume fresh amla juice […]
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An Indian meal is incomplete without a pickle. Fresh vegetables and fruits available during their seasons are chopped and mixed with spices to prepare the seasonal pickles which are stored for longer shelf life. Some pickles are prepared instantly and also it has short shelf life. Amla Pachadi is a very quick tangy pickle made […]
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Oats Peanut Ladoo is a healthy and delicious sweet dish. It is good for kids as well as adults. Oats is high in fiber and having oats regularly helps to lower cholesterol levels, peanuts and sesame seeds are good source of Protein, Vitamins and Minerals and jaggery is full of iron. Thus, Oats Peanut Ladoo […]
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Chocolate Cake is the favorite among all age groups. Today I am posting Chocolate Cake which is prepared in pressure cooker. This cake can be prepared in oven also. This Chocolate Cake is prepared using Condensed Milk. This article is being posted for Valentine’s Day as a gift of love. Go ahead and surprise your […]
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India is famous for pickles. Every state prepares different types of pickles in different styles suiting their spice levels, climatic conditions and availability of the vegetable or fruit etc. “Pandu Mirapakaya Pachadi” means Ripe Red Chilli Pickle in Telugu. In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states, during this season (Dec – Feb) the red chillies are […]
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Makai Ka Halwa or Corn Halwa can be prepared with natural corn variety or sweet corn variety. In this post I have used sweet corn variety. Makai Ka Halwa is prepared using sweet corn, sugar, milk, ghee, grated coconut and cardamom powder. It is a healthy traditional recipe from Gujarat and Rajasthan. It is also prepared during […]
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Sambar is one of the main dishes of South India. Sambar is a blend of cooked dal, cooked vegetable with sambar masala. It is a tasty and aromatic dish Sambar is prepared in different styles according to different regions. Some prepare Sambar by using sambar masala which is prepared by roasting the spices along with coconut […]
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Kalakand is a traditional dessert of India. Made with whole milk and sugar. It is soft and grainy in texture. Kalakand is usually prepared during festivals like Holi, Diwali, Navratri and Eid. Ingredients: Milk 2 liters lemon juice 1 table spoon Sugar 1/2 cup Almonds 5-6 Pista 5-6 […]
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Hariyali Murgh Masala or Indian Green Chicken Curry is all about chicken with lots of green herbs and spices. ‘Hariyali’ in Hindi means greenery thus Hariyali Murgh Masala or Green Chicken Curry. This curry has lots of nutrients rich herbs like coriander, mint and barik methi leaves. In this curry chicken is cooked with freshly […]
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Pandu Mirapakaya Pachadi or Ripe Red Chilli Pickle is a traditional pickle from Andhra Pradesh. It has a spicy flavor which goes well with hot steamed rice and ghee and also curd rice. Always use a dry spoon and dry mixer when handling or grinding the pickle. Ingredients: Ripe red chilies ½ kg Mint leaves […]
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Amla Ladoo or Indian gooseberry ladoo is a healthy and tasty ladoo. It is prepared from fresh amla pulp and sugar. Amla is rich in Vitamin C. These ladoo can be served anytime of the day. Amla ladoo is good for digestion, highly beneficial for skin, hair problems, strengthens our immunity, nasal bleeding and it […]
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Sankranthi is a harvest festival which is celebrated throughout India with utmost happiness and zest in every state of India. It is also called the festival of kites. Each state has its own culture and traditional way of celebrating this harvest festival. Sankranthi festival dishes vary upon region to region but sesame seeds and jaggery […]
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Paramannam is a payasam that is prepared with rice, milk and sugar or jaggery. If we are using jiggery in the recipe we also call it Bellam Paramannam. Paramannam is prepared during festivals and also offered to God as neivadyam. Traditionally, it was prepared with jaggery and then flavored with cardamom powder. Ingredients: Rice […]
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