Rasam is a South-indian style tempered soup which is traditionally made of tomatoes and tamarind as a base, with the addition of other ingredients like lentils, seasonings and herbs. It is light on the stomach, very nutritious and is extremely tasty to go along with the simple home-cooked meal. Though there are hundreds of different…
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‘Andra-style’ Idli-Sambhar ( Steamed, savory rice cakes, served with lentil-based veg stew) & Peanut-tomato chutney!
Idli-Sambhar is the most beloved, traditional breakfast combo of the South-Indian households of India. Irrespective of the state and the region, South-Indian cuisine is insanely popular throughout our country. Idlis are these soft, steamed rice cakes that are served with steaming hot lentil stew called Sambhar and a variety of chutneys. This meal is equally…
South-Indian special: Tangy Onion-Tomato chutney for Dosas and Idly!
What is a South-Indian meal without chutney? ……… and even though most of us prefer the traditional coconut chutney to accompany our Idlis and Dosas, I equally love having all the other varieties of delightful South-Indian chutneys just as much! Best thing about these Indian dips is that you can alter the taste any which way you like. Not a fan of garlic?…
South-Indian breakfast: Sooji Upma (Healthy, savory semolina porridge)
Upma has been a regular breakfast item in my home, throughout my childhood. It is quick to make, delicious and nutritious, all at the same time. Sooji upma is everyone’s comfort breakfast food. It is best served with hot tea or a cup of filter coffee. Give this recipe a go and enjoy! Ingredients: -1/2 cup…
South-indian special: Masala Dosa and the works (with home-made dosa batter!)
This is quite a lengthy recipe, so I am going to keep the introduction short. Masala dosa is a wildly popular dish not only within India, but in other counties as well! It’s the staple dish of south-India and is basically a savory crepe, made of ground and femented lentils and rice and served with…
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