Peanut Coconut Chutney

Peanut has a good source of proteins & fiber. Coconut has a wide range of health benefits. Peanut coconut chutney is a side dish for dosa and idly. Total Preparation time: 15 minutes Ingredients Peanuts – 1/4 cup Shredded Coconut – 1/4 cup whole red chili- 7 Garlic – 1 Oil – 2 teaspoon Salt…

Badam Kesar Milk

Almond contains lots of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and vitamin E. It is a very healthy and delicious drink that provides energy and rejuvenates the body. Total Preparation time: 45 minutes Ingredients Whole Milk – 2 cups Almonds – 25 Water – 1/2 cup Sugar – 1tbsp (As needed) Saffron Strands – few Preparation…

Capsicum Chutney

Capsicum has a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin E, B6, and folate. It also contains vitamin C and it boosts immunity. Total Preparation time: 15 minutes Ingredients Capsicum – 1 Large Whole Red Chili – 4 Tamarind – small piece Salt – 1tsp (as needed) Shredded Coconut – 1 tbsp Onion – 1/4 cup…

Roasted Gram Ladoo / Pottukadalai Urundai

Roasted gram is also called chutney kadalai and it provides iron, calcium, magnesium to the body. Roasted gram is called as Pottukadalai in tamil. This ladoo is healthy snacks for any occasion. Total Preparation time: 10 minutes Roasted Gram – 1 cup Sugar – 1/2 cup Ghee – 1/2 cup Cashew nuts (optional) Dry roast…

Indian Tea

Tea is one of the most popular refreshing drink all over the world. Adding milk to the black tea provides rich in beneficial nutrients that contribute to growth and bone health. Total Preparation time: 10 minutes Ingredients Milk – 1 cup Water – 1 cup Tea Powder – 2 tsp Sugar – As needed Preparation…

Garlic Chutney

Garlic is highly nutritious with very few calories. It contains antioxidants, easy to include in your diet and tastes absolutely delicious. Garlic Chutney goes good with Idly or Dosa. Total Preparation time: 15 minutes Ingredients Garlic – 15 flakes Whole Red Chili – 8 Tamarind – small piece Salt – 1tsp (as needed) Shredded Coconut…

Spinach/ Keerai Poriyal

Spinach is a leafy green vegetable. It is considered very healthy, as its loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. It can be served as a lunch side. Total preparation time:20 minutes Ingredients Spinach – 1 large bunch Onion – 1 medium size Shredded coconut – 2 teaspoon. Oil – 1 teaspoon(as needed) Salt -1 teaspoon( as…

Parrupu Kadaiyal/Thalicha Parrupu

Toor dal contains a good amount of fiber and also rich in folic acid. It goes well with white rice and more nutritious for growing kids. Total Preparation time: 20 minutes Ingredients Toor dal – 1/2 cup Turmeric powder – 1/4 teaspoon Red chili powder – 1 teaspoon Garlic – 2 whole red chili –…

Parrupu Thuvayal

Toor dal contains a good amount of fiber and also rich in folic acid. It can be served as a side to any south Indian variety rice. Total Preparation time: 15 minutes Ingredients Toor dal – 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut – 1tablespoon Garlic – 2 Whole red chili – 4 Salt – 1 teaspoon (as…

Eggplant​ Poriyal

Eggplant is a high fiber, low calorie food that is rich in nutrients and comes with many health benefits. Eggplants are a simple and delicious addition to any healthy diet. It can be served as a side with white rice and kulambu/curry. Total preparation time:25 minutes Ingredients Eggplant – 4 medium size Onion – 1…