Tukdi is a diamond shaped savoury.This is a spicy version.Few days back when my sister was leaving back to UAE her mama in law had packed her this crispies which she had shared with us too.And it was so crisp and tasty I wanted to prepare it then and there.But then I had to ask the recipe plus sons exam ... Read More »
Well, Mushti means fist and this is fist dosa. Honestly I do not know the reason why the name.But I guess in olden days our ancestors must have used their fist to soak the measure of the dosa ingredients and so the name.Usually this dosa is roasted on only one side.But my kids like crispy dosa’s so I roast it on both the sides.I ... Read More »
This dosa is a seasoned maida dosa with a sweet and spicy combination.This is my husbands favourite dosa and I prepare it often.Goes well with homemade butter.This dosa specially doesn’t need chutney to dip as it has all the taste infused and can be eaten just like that.I prefer the dosa to be sweetish and spicy so I adjust as per our ... Read More »
Now what on Earth is this dramatic dish ? Well , it is none other than Mackerel Masala fry. Bangude means Mackerel as in tulu and Raja means Mackerel as in Konkani . And rani means Queen. When Kudpimaam had posted this drooling dish two days back I tried it as early as possible, as it was so drooling. Its been a while since I’m gymming and controlling my food habits in a ... Read More »
I had never ever thought I would be cooking oats idli someday,had not even thought of having oats alone.Now due to its health benefits I’m a big fan of Oats.This idli is a healthier version over our regular idli’s.The idli’s came out very spongy and tasty.As usual Santoshi tempted me to prepare this idli.I had bookmarked many recipes earlier but hadn’t attempted ... Read More »
Beetroot is a rich source of blood purifier and it contains all the useful properties.I adapted this recipe from Kudpi maams blog.I liked the taste very much….It is best served with the main course.Recipe adapted from :Kudpiraj’s Garam Tawa Ingredients:Beetroot-1 cup,gratedGreen chillies-2 slicedGinger paste-1 tspOnion-1,choppedThick curds-2 cupsSalt- to taste To temper:Oil- 1 tspMustard seeds-1/2 tspCurry leaves-2 sprigsMethod: Heat oil in ... Read More »
Few days back during Ganesh Chaturthi festival I had sent my entry for the click and share Modak contest in Sanjeev Kapoor’s page.I casually sent the picture as I had prepared the modak during the same time.After 3-4 days my sister messaged me that my facebook friend Shubha Bhandarkar has posted my winning post and I was super surprised and ... Read More »
Varan or Varn is a dal prepared with Moong dal.Usually this dal is prepared on death anniversaries.This dal is my Husband’s favourite so I prepare it often for his sake.In Maharashtra it is very commonly known as Varan bhaath which is served with the rice,garnished with little ghee. Ingredients:Moong dal-1 cupGreen chillies-4,slitSalt- to tasteTo be ground:Coconut-1/4 cup,gratedCumin seeds-1/2 tspTurmeric powder-1/4 tspTamarind-small ... Read More »
I have already posted instant version of this pickle sometime back.This is the authentic version which is prepared by grinding the spices.This pickle is often prepared during festive occasions.I adapted this recipe from my Amma. Ingredients:Long red chillies-15(Roast it in 2 tsp of oil)Short red chillies-4(Roast it in a tsp of oil)Tamarind-2 marbles sizedSalt- to tasteDeep fried bittergourd-1 cup(for recipe ... Read More »
Cheppi Kheeri is a bland Kheer and is sugarless.This is prepared on festive occasions like Nagar Panchami and Gowri Pooja.As a kid I wasn’t enjoying this dish much but now this is one of my favourite. The aroma of the turmeric leaves is infused very well in the Kheer and it is one of the main ingredient. Ingredients:Basmathi rice-1 cupCoconut extract(milk)-2 cups(thick)+1 cup thin ... Read More »
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