Regional Recipes

Gilki (luffa/sponge gourd) ki chutney

In our household, sponge gourd chutney has become a favorite, particularly for my son and husband, who both prefer it over the traditional sabji. The flavour of the chutney, enhanced with garlic and green chilies, create a delicious and refreshing condiment that pairs perfectly with various dishes. Its smooth texture and zesty taste make it […]

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Ash gourd/winter melon raita (poosani kai thayir pachadi)

Servings: 4 Preparation time: 10 minutes. Boiling time: 10 minutes. Mixing time: 2 minutes. Seasoning time: Total time: 35 minutes. You can serve this Ash gourd raita (poosani kai thayir pachadi) with coconut milk rice; very simple, tasty, delicious and easy to prepare, it goes very well with Coconut Milk Rice, Tomato Rice, Ginger Fried

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Fish head in mung (green gram) dal/macher-muro/matha-diye -moong dal

Servings: 2-3 Preparation time: 8 minutes. Dal boiling time: 18 minutes. Frying time: 10 minutes. Cooking time: 10 minutes. Total time: 46 minutes. This authentic Bengali dish “Fish head in Mung (green gram) dal” is satiating lunch in my family. The marinated fish head cooked with Mung dal using few spices enhance  the lentil flavour.

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Tomato onion ki chatney

Servings: 6-8 Preparation time: 5 minutes. Frying time: 7-8 minutes. Grinding time: 15 minutes. Seasoning time: 2 minutes. Total time: 30 minutes. I had the pleasure of learning the traditional chutney “Tomato onion ki chatney” recipe from a dear friend in Kudankulam, a place rich in cultural and culinary heritage. Whether served alongside Mung Dosa,

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