This is a delectable combination of methi [Fenugreek leaves] and peas with a hint of spices and without a tinge of bitterness! I used: Cooked rice-2 cupsKasuri methi[Dry fenugreek leaves]- 2 tablespoonsPeas-1/2 a cup,boiled till just cookedTomato-1,choppedOnion-1,choppedSambar powder-1 teaspoonGarlic-2 pods,gratedBayleaf-1Curry leaves – a fewMustard-1 teaspoonCumin seeds-1 teaspoonSalt to tasteOil-2 teaspoons 1. Soak kasuri methi in…
Olan is a traditional stew from God’s own country-Kerala.Black eyed peas are generally used but I used red bean.I am not sure if they season it but I did and it added color and flavor to the dish! I used: Ash gourd-1 cup,choppedRed bean-1/4 cup, soaked overnightCoconut milk-1 cup thickSalt to tasteRed chillies-3Curry leaves a…
I know you are surprised by the name!Yes,we have heard keerai kootu and keerai masiyal but keerai sambar!!???Well,this is as simple as a recipe can get and tastes just as yum! I used: Greens- 1 large bunch,choppedToor dhal-1/2 a cupOnion-1,choppedTomato-1,choppedGarlic-3 pods,wholeSambar powder-2 teaspoonsRed chillies-2Salt to taste Seasoning Mustard-1 teaspoonCumin seeds-1 teaspoonChanna dhal-1 teaspoonOil-2 teaspoonsCurry leaves-a…
One of hubby’s friend left this place for good and when he home came to say ‘good bye’ he brought with him a bag of goodies.Not the ‘chocolate-biscuits-cake’ kinda goody bag but a bag of Indian spices,dhals and spice mixes! In that bag was a pack of dried ladies finger[vendakkai vatral] that caught our immediate…
One of the dishes that I wanted mom to prepare for me when I went to India was this Thovvay prepared with ridge gourd and toor dhal.[Heeray kaai-Ridge gourd;Thovvay -dhal ].It is fairly simple to prepare and this is the first dish that comes to my mind if I am bored of the same old…
