Bendekaayi Gojju, is this tangy , spicy, sweet coconut based curry which takes absolutely yum with roti or with steaming hot rice with a dollop of ghee. You may also want to try some other lip smacking gojjus like Pineapple Gojju, Badanekaayi Gojju, Hunase Gojju and Maavinkaayi Gojju. Gojju, in Kannada means a thick gravy which is…
HESaru Bele Paayasa / Moong Dal Kheer
Hesaru Bele Paayasa made using Moong dal ( Green gram), is a quick, simple and yummy kheer that is very often made during festivals. Hesaru Bele Paayasa is mildly flavoured and usually in drinking consistency. Do try it out for this Ganesha Chaturthi along with other festival recipes like Hayagreeva, Obattu, Besan Ladoo, Karigadubu, Haalu…
NUChina Unde / Steamed Lentil Balls/ Protein Rich Vegetarian Dish
Nuchina Unde are Protein rich, steamed lentil balls. Nuchina Unde is perfect for early dinner or evening snack and is usually served with Coconut Chutney or Majjige Huli. ‘Nucchu’ in Kannada means broken or coarse. So here we use a coarse mix of lentils. I remember my Amma making these for us as our after…
Hibiscus Tea / Infused Tea/ Homemade Tea
Hibiscus Tea is one of the prettiest and easiest to make at home. Here is a super easy recipe for you to follow and make this homemade, infused tea. To be honest the hibiscus has a very mild flavour to it and hence the flavouring we use in it overpowers it. But I always make…
MAKhana / Lotus Seeds Snacks/Teatime Snack
Makhana / Lotus Seeds snack is a healthy mid meal snack. Makhana – Lotus seeds are know to be high in protein, carbohydrates, fibre, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, fiber and low in calories making it a perfect teatime snack. Makhana/ Lotus seeds are these airy seeds which ones toasted get crisp and light. I usually…
BESan Ladoo
Homemade Besan Ladoo or Gram flour balls are one of the most common and most easiest ladoos made in India. It is not only quick and simple to make but homemade Besan Ladoos are very healthy as well. I make these for my son as a snack in the evening. As I am a culinary…
HOMemade Lilac Sugar – Infused Sugar
Homemade Lilac Sugar or Infused Sugar is a simple way to take a dish to a next level. Homemade Lilac Sugar is full of flavour and is perfect for Baking and Tea. Lilac flowers are not only beautiful, but so so fragrant and so perfect for infusing. Spring is such a perfect time to visit…
AVOcado Chia Seed Popsicle
Avocado Chia Seed Popsicle is one of the most easiest and fun popsicle you can make. Avocado being creamy in nature makes this popsicle so much more creamier and rich. My son very recently tasted the Avocado Milk Shake and he looooovvveeed it. I have no idea why I hadn’t made it for him all…
CONfit Garlic
Confit Garlic is nothing but garlic cloves slow cooked in oil along with herbs. This is a fool proof recipe for a flavourful condiment that can be added to lot of dishes, spread, salad and butter or just have it along with some rustic bread. Confit Garlic is a simple yet a flavourful condiment that…
TARi, Steamed Pancakes
Tari , Steamed Pancakes are a speciality in the Malnad region of Karnataka, India. The very healthy, simple Tari is best served hot along with some spicy chutneys and spicy curries. Tari, Steamed Pancake is a light, fluffy pancake with very mild flavour which makes it perfect to serve it with any chutney and curry….