Chicken Pulao Rice Recipe
This is an adapted version of the “Yakhni Pulao”, a popular dish from the state of Kashmir. “Yakhni ” stands for meat-broth or meat-stock. This is my simple method that can be made in under 30 minutes. I made this …
Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani
Biryani is an exotic Indian dish that is very popular. It is important to cook the rice and meat separately and then layer them together. Cooking authentic biryani is an art and it takes time and effort. You can indulge …
Palak Khichdi – Spianch with Lentil and Rice
Khichdi served kadhi is a digestive food in India. There are many different variations of khichdi. It is a staple for old and young people during times of ailments. It is the vegetarian alternative of the East as chicken soup …
Kerala Appam – Palappam
Appam is a type of pancake made in Kerala with fermented rice batter & coconut milk. The name itself suggests its a cake made of milk – “pal” stands for milk in Malayalam language & appam is a type of pancake. This dish is also very popular in other states in the south & elsewhere in countries of Southeast Asia. In Srilanka, it is known as rice hoppers. The appams are made in a special pan called appam chattis (usually nonstick) so you don’t need to use oil for preparing it. The shape the palappam resembles a bowl -thin around the edges & soft & fluffy in the middle or centre. In the olden days, toddy or palm wine made from coconut palms was used to ferment the batter. Nowadays of course, people use yeast instead.
Mutta Choru (Kerala Egg Fried Rice)
“Mutta Choru” (literally meaning egg rice in Malayalam) is a simple, tasty recipe. Often cooked with leftover rice, it is very different from the other Asian recipes. It is a easy recipe to follow and can be enjoyed with some …
Venn (Ghee) Pongal
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 …
Spinach Rice (Green Rice)
Spinach Rice is a healthy rice recipe which looks great too. Here is my version.
Tiranga Pulao (Tri Coloured Rice )
India is a diverse country. So, the food choices of Indians are quite diverse too! However, the staple food for most Indians is wheat and rice. Not a single Indian feast is complete without one dish of either wheat or …
Paneer Fried Rice
Vegetarian Fried Rice made with paneer instead of tofu.
Leftover Rice Pakoras (Fritters)
Leftover Rice Pakoras (Fritters) is the perfect recipe if you ever wonder what to do with leftover rice. It is usually served as a snack or appetizer with a hot cup of tea especially during rainy days. I like to …
Pesaha Appam and Pesaha Paal
Pesaha Appam and Pesaha Paal is an unleavened bread made on Maundy Thursday by Kerala Christians. Maundy or Holy Thursday is the day before Good Friday. This is a traditional recipe handed down from generation to generation. Pesaha stands for …
Kanji (Congee) Cherupayar Recipe
Kanji Cherupayar is a poplar recipe from Kerala. Kanji is a type of rice porridge or gruel made with cooked rice and water. The rice breaks down well and turns silky smooth. It is a comfort food and aids in …