Microwave Peppered Capsicum Rice

This is a mildly flavored rice that is easy to prepare and can be done without much supervision. I used : Rice-1 cup [Washed and soaked in water for ½ an hour]Colored capsicum-1 cup choppedOnion-1,slicedCumin seeds-1 teaspoonSalt and pepper to tasteOil-1 teaspoon 1. In a deep microwave proof dish put in oil, cumin seeds and…

Ariselu / Aathirasallu For ICC

When Srivalli announced this months challenge for ICC,I was not very excited.The challenge was to prepare Ariselu / Aathirasallu or Athirasam as we call it!I had heard that it one dish that requires experience and a small mistake can turn the whole recipe into a blunder. The next one was I don’t get the usual…

Kothamalli podi

This is an easy podi recipe that I came across in Rak’s Kitchen I used: Dry coriander seeds-1/2 a cupRed chillies-4Whole pepper-1 teaspoonCumin seeds-1 teaspoonGarlic -3 large podsSalt to taste 1. Dry roast the coriander seeds,red chillies,cumin seeds,pepper2. Cool and powder these ingredients.3. When almost done add the garlic pods and run the mixie in…