November 2015

Masala idli(south Indian dish)

Servings: 4 soaking time: 6-7 hours Grinding time: 10 minutes. Fermentation time: 5-6 hours chana dal soaking time: 30 minutes Preparation time: 10 minutes. Cooking time: 8-10 minutes(each stand) Total time: 30 minutes. Masala Idli There is a very interesting history attached to the all-known and a completely savoury staple food of South India-The humble […]

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Split urad (split black gram) dal[dhaba style]

Servings: 3 Preparation time: 10 minutes. Boiling  time: 10 minutes. Seasoning time: 12 minutes. Total time: 32 minutes. Split urad (split black gram) dal has a wonderful flavor; this is my family favorite recipe, it is being eaten hot with “Tandoori roti“, “Naan” or “Paratha“. Black gram is very nutritious as it contains high levels

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Corn masala

Servings: 4 Preparation time: 2-3 minutes. Frying time: 14-15 minutes. Total time: 18 minutes. Corn is good source of fiber, it gives us chewing satisfaction too; it nourishes our lower digestive tract, recent research has shown that corn can support the growth of friendly bacteria in our large intestine. Ingredients: Corn: 200 gm Onion: 2

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Paneer (cottage cheese) tikka masala

Servings: 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes. Marination time: 30 minutes. Grilling time: 2-3 minutes(each side). Frying time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 9 minutes. Total time: 42 minutes. Paneer is all time favourites in north Indian; provides high protein and calcium, which is helpful to maintain strong teeth and bones. Intake of paneer prevents osteoporosis too.

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Ponnanganni green(Ponnanganni keerai) and mung dal

Servings: 4 Soaking time: 1 hours(minimum) Preparation time: 5 minutes. Frying time: 20 minutes. Total time: 25 minutes. Today, I cooked the healthy combination dish with split mung dal (split green gram) and Poonnangani; is nice and delicious, indulge in goodness of protein and greens. Ingredients: Poonnangani: 200 gm Onion: 1 no (medium) Ginger: 2”pieces

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