Adai is a thick protein rich dish that is made with dal and rice. I have substituted the rice with millets. The batter does not need fermentation. By adding millets, this becomes a even more nutritious meal and also feels lighter on the tummy. I always add murungai keerai (drumstick leaves/morninga leaves) to adai batter…
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Ragi Idli (Using Whole Ragi millet)
Ragi / Keppai is a wholegrain that is rich in iron, fiber and calcium. It is also a great source of good carbohydrate. It can be included in our diet in many forms. Most common forms would be idli, dosai, porridge and mudde. I made idli this time and it turned out great. The best…
Cauliflower / Gobi Paratha
Cauliflower paratha / Gobi paratha is a stuffed paratha made with a mildly spiced grated cauliflower filling. Very few ingredients are used to make this amazing dish. It suits best for simple lunch / dinner. Easy to prepare and delicious to taste. I learnt this dish during my Hyderabad days from my best friend and…
Sprouts Masala Sundal
Pachai Payaru / Green gram dal / Moong bean is a legume grown vastly in India. It is very healthy for all age groups. When sprouted, the health benefits are even more. Green gram dal is a pack of minerals, vitamins and iron. Sprouted green gram is low in calories and also has more antioxidants…
Mint Thuvayal
Mint is one of my favorite herbs. The fragrance and freshness always fascinates me. Just few leaves add to the flavor of the dish. I make the most of mint leaves by making chutney, adding in biryani or for making pani poori or even just adding it lemonade (makes it so refreshing). Mint consists of…
Vendaikkai Puli Kuzhambu / Okra Curry
Vendaikkai (Lady’s finger / Okra / Bhindi) is one of my favorite vegetables. I use it frequently in my cooking. My kids love any dish prepared with vendaikkai. Vendaikkai puli kuzhambu is an all time favorite curry at home. I personally relish this dish with rava upma. My mother makes the best vendaikkai kuzhambu. She…
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