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A delicious and colorful Thepla using carrots.This can be had with any chutneys and milder curries unlike the Methi thepla.This is a great way to add vegetable and fiber to your diet.Preparation time:40 minutesServes:Makes around 8 TheplasIngredients:1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour(Use all purpose flour for added taste)1 cup finely grated carrot6 green chili finely... Continue Reading →
Custard is usually prepared with eggs milk and sugar and caramel is optional on top.With halloween around the corner and having plenty of pumpkin puree available I decided to make a pumpkin caramel custard,It turned out soooo good.I usually eat just a teaspoon when tasting what I made but I couldn't resist I gulfed down... Continue Reading →
These are an egg white based cookies made without any flour.These are perfect to make cookie sandwiches like Oreos or other cream biscuits.Preparation time:20 minutesServes:2-3 dozen cookies depending on size.Ingredients:3/4 cup ground almonds3 Egg Whites3 tablespoons cocoa powder1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar1 teaspoon Almond Extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarProcedure:1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet... Continue Reading →
A meringue based halloween treat,make these cute little caspers for your halloween party.Preparation time:3 hoursServes:Makes about 3 dozens meringue ghostsIngredients:5 egg whites1 3/4 cups of sugar1 teaspoon of clear vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarblack piping gel(available in stores)Procedure:1.Preheat oven to 200F.grease and line baking sheet.2.Take the egg whites in a bowl, Add the cream... Continue Reading →
A meringue based halloween treat.I piped them to make them look a little gruesome.If you want plain bones,use a bigger nozzle in your piping bag.Preparation time:3 hoursServes:Makes about 3 dozens bonesIngredients:5 egg whites1 3/4 cups of sugar1 teaspoon of clear vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Procedure:1.Preheat oven to 200F.grease and line baking sheet.2.Take the... Continue Reading →
Swiss Chard is readily available in the american stores in the US.I had this at my aunts place last week and I thought it was a great way to incorporate greens along with beets.Preparation time: 20 minutesServing: 6Finely chopped beetroot looks like this.Ingredients:Beetroot- 4 medium chopped finely1 Bunch Red Chard chopped finely1/2 grated coconutOil-2 teaspoonMustard... Continue Reading →
I studied in Vijayawada hostel during my Intermediate(+2) in Andhra Pradesh.I know everyone complains about hostel food,but my hostel has the best chutneys.This recipe is what I picked up from there.Preparation time:20 minutesServes:4Ingredients:1 1/2 cup dosakaya apple cucumber diced1 1/2 tablespoon urad dal/split gram dal1 teaspoon mustard seeds6-9 green chillis(depending on your spice level)2 dry... Continue Reading →
Rasam can be prepared in many ways.I love my moms tomato rasam. She makes the tempering with ghee,I think thats the secret of such delicious flavor. Preparation time: 20 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes pureed 1/2 teaspoon tamarind paste 3 cloves of garlic minced 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds dash of black pepper powder 6 green chilis minced(or... Continue Reading →
Preparation time:20 minutesServes:4Ingredients:4 eggs1 cup chopped onions1 chayote chopped1 Tomato diced1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds1 teaspoon chana dal1 teaspoon urad dal1 spring curry leaves3 green chillies minced1 teaspoon ginger garlic pastesalt to taste2 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon coriander powder1/2 teaspoon red chili powder( optional)Procedure:1.Heat oil in the pan,add chana dal and urad dal and let brown lightly,add... Continue Reading →
This is an Indian preparation of Ridge Gourd with fenugreek leaves, very healthy and can be eaten with roti or rice.Preparation time:20 minutesServes:2Ingredients:2 bunches Methi Leaves4 cups ridge gourd pieces peeled and diced small1 teaspoon chana dal1/2 teaspoon urad dal1 teaspoon cumin seeds1 teaspoon mustard seedspinch of turmeric1 spring curry leaves1/2 cup onion1 teaspoon ginger... Continue Reading →
Prathima Koneru 