Usually we prepare this when we have some guests at home for lunch or during festivals/functions.A mug[cup is not enough for me :)] of hot coffee and these snacks are absolute heaven on cold rainy evenings. You need to soak these for 2-3 hours: Toor dhal-1 cup Gram dhal – 2 teaspoons Red chillies –…
Kadalai Paruppu Sundal | Channa Dal Sundal
A simple protein packed snack. You need:Gram dhal/Kadalai paruppu – 1 cupGrated coconut – 5 teaspoonsGreen chillies ,slit – 2Salt to tasteFor seasoning:Mustard – 1 teaspoonJeera – 1 teaspoonUrad dhal- 1/2 teaspoonCurry leaves- a fewOil – 1 tablespoon Pressure cook the gram dhal till done.Don’t add too much water /steam for too long as the…
Tit-Bits
Last week I dropped in to see my parents before I was returned home after a hectic day.As it was tea time,I asked mom for my favorite drink-Coffee and something to munch with it. Mom thought for a second and went into the kitchen and returned with a hot,crisp snack. My eyes lit up as…
Vazhapoo Vadai | Banana Blossom-Lentil Fritters
This is an another recipe which I am sending to FLOWER POWER – JFI event This is quite simple and will be a sure hit among kids who don’t like to taste Banana blossoms stir-fry. PREPARING THE BLOSSOM FOR COOKING : The stamen is non-edible and has to be removed from each flower.…
Fried Tofu Fingers with Black Magic Dip
Do you want to overeat something without pangs of guilt?? Presenting – TOFU โ also known as BEAN CURD / SOY CHEESE.Sometimes it is also referred the โcheese of Asiaโ .The Chinese call it โDoufuโ It is low in cholesterol and calories but high in protein.It is also a good source of iron,selenium, omega-3 fatty…