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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 →
This is a traditional preparation from Karnataka with finger millet flour and rice-also called as ragi sankati/ragi muddha. Traditionally it is only prepared with finger millet flour, but I find the texture rather unappealing and prefer this. Finger millet flour has a ton of nutritional benefits including control of diabetes and anemia, building and repair... Continue Reading →
Brussel sprouts is a healthy vegetable known to lower cholesterol and for their cancer fighting abilities,they have a slight bitterness to it making them a not so favorite for everyone. Sambar is a good way to incorporate vegetables since the lentils absorb a bit of the bitterness from the brussel sprouts.Preparation: 40 minutesServes: 6 personsIngredients:3/4... Continue Reading →
Preparation time:10 minutesServes:4Ingredients:1 pineapple peeled cut into long piecessalt to tastefew dashes of pepperProcedure:1.Heat a pan on high heat or your BBQ grill on high.2.Place the pineapple on the grill or pan and sear until grill marks or a light char appears,turn it to get the char on all other sides.Remove from Grill and sprinkle... Continue Reading →
Saag paneer is one dish that is found in all the Indian restaurants and almost everyone is familiar with it. I've eaten this Mushroom Palak Saag dish at a Nepali restaurant in Estes Park in Colorado, this is an attempt to replicate it and it has turned out quite tasty.Preparation time:30 minutesServes:4Ingredients:5 cups fresh Spinach... Continue Reading →
Rajma is a punjabi preparation with red kidney beans and onion and tomato.The masala can be prepared at home,but I personally feel the store brought masala gives more flavor than the homemade masala.Preparation time:45 minutesServes:4Ingredients:1 cup Red kidney beans soaked in water overnight1 large onion chopped finely3 large ripe tomatoes pureed1 teaspoon Ginger garlic paste... Continue Reading →
A brownie is the ultimate comfort dessert for a true chocolate lover(read me lol). Its a cross between a cake and a cookie in texture so a perfect balance of ingredients can result you in a chewy gooey brownie. Preparation time 50 minutes Serves 15 pieces Serving Size 1 piece Calories Per Serving Approximately... Continue Reading →
Caprese is an Italian delicacy where tomatoes are serves with fresh mozarella cheese.Preparation time:20 minutesServes:6Ingredients:3 tomatoes6 oz fresh mozarella cheese log1 tablespoon balsamic vinegarsalt to tastefew dashes of black pepper powderProcedure:1.Slice the tomato into 1/4 inch slices and mozarella cheese to slices.2.Place a tomato slice and stack it with a slice of mozarella followed by... Continue Reading →
Prathima Koneru 