Tamarind rice / Puliyodharai

Tamarind rice is usually cooked on special occasions and festival days. It is also offered as prasadam in Indian temples for the devotees. Total Cooking time: 35 minutes Ingredients Raw rice – 1 cup (I used Sona Masoori rice) Tamarind – 1/4 cup Water – 2 cup sesame oil – 1 and 1/2 tablespoon whole…

Rava Kesari/Kesari bath

Rava Kesari is a sweet Indian food that is common throughout the country. The classic ingredient used for its preparation are semolina/Rava. It can be served as a dessert with an Indian breakfast, meal, snack, or dinner. Total Preparation time: 20 minutes Fine Rava – 1/2 cup (it gives a creamy texture) Ghee – 2…

Medhu Vada

Medhu vada is a South Indian fritter. It looks similar to doughnut, with a crispy outside and soft inside. It can be served with Pongal,sambar and chutney as a breakfast or served as snack with a tea. Total Preparation time: 3 hours Urad dal – 1 cup Onion Medium size – 1 Green Chili –…

Sweet Pongal

Sweet pongal or sakkarai pongal is traditionally prepared in South India for the festivals or any special occasions. Total Preparation time: 30 minutes Ingredients Rice – 1/2 cup Moong dal – 1/4 cup Jaggery powder – 3/4 cup Water – 3cups Salt – 1/2 teaspoon (to enhance sweetness) shredded coconut – 1 tablespoon Sauté Ghee…

Ven Pongal​ | Khara Pongal

Ven Pongal is one of the most favorite South Indian breakfast. It goes well with Sambar, Coconut Chutney & Medhu Vada. It is prepared during Lunch as well. It is a healthy breakfast for growing kids. Total Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients Raw rice – 1 cup (I used Sona Masoori rice) Moong dal –…