By Reena Shimoga
Handvo is a type of savoury cake made traditionally with a mix of rice & different types of lentils such as moong dal, tuvar dal,chana dal, urad dal & masoor dal. It is a very popular dish originated in the western Indian state of Gujarat. Handvo is soft on the inside with a crusty outer top. It is usually served for breakfast or as tea time snacks.
Pongal is a harvest festival in South India, celebrated around the second week of January. It often coincides with the festival of Makar Sankranti & Lohri festivals of the north. Pongal denotes prosperity & abundance and is celebrated by the …
Sprouts are living foods which are healthy for the body & mind. They are high in vitamins, minerals & proteins and in ancient Indian Ayurvedic science said to be good for all the three dosas (or body types). Making sprouts …
Sambar is a type vegetarian stew made with lentils and vegetables. This dish is from South India. Sambar can be made with lentils and a single vegetable or with a mix of vegetables. In Kerala, sambar is made with mixed …