Pathiya or pathiyam is the diet given during special stages of life life like postpartum period or during certain illness .This is spice mix prepared especially during the postpartum period. Though this spice mix is good for everyone, not many people prepare this other than the time when there is a new mom at home.Since…
When we are bored with the usual coconut chutney for idli and dosa this chutney made with peanut and coriander is a welcome change.In the postpartum period, peanut can be used in small quantities and mom made this chutney for me.It was such a yummy side dish and I loved the nutty coriander flavor of…
The second week of Blogging Marathon #12 starts today.This is a blogging community started by Srivalli of Spicing your life and Cooking 4 all seasons fame.A year ago we blogged non stop for a month and that was the beginning of a wonderful journey in blogging.Each month we blog non stop for a week .For…
An abundance of curry leaves in our backyard is always a source of this fresh herb for the meal. When ever the need arises,which is everyday,I just go and grab a handful. Since we use this herb for seasoning most of our dishes, the presence of this fresh herb seems like a blessing for me.…
In my introductory post on Dried Neem Flowers I had promised to some recipes. Here is the first one- a spice mix that is extremely good for health. I used: Dried neem flowers – 2 tablespoons Urad dhal – 1/4 cup Channa dal – 2 tablespoons Roasted Sesame seeds- 2 tablespoons Red chillies- 4 [adjust…
