Chana dal is also called as chickpeas or kabuli chana.It contain significant amount of fiber, and great source of protein. chana can be served as snack. Soaking & cooking time :5 hours 15minutes Ingredients Chana dal – 1/2 cup water – 1/2 cup(as needed) Oil – 1 tablespoon Salt – 1 teaspoon(as needed) Saute Mustard…
Category: Veg Lunch
Curd/Yogurt rice
Curd rice is also called yogurt rice. This dish is originating from India. In the state of Tamilnadu, it is called thayir sadam. It is considered a comfort food by many. This dish is simple, yet extremely tasty, food. Total Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients Raw rice – 1 cup (I used Sona Masoori rice) Water…
Lemon rice
Lemon rice is usually cooked for festival days. This dish is especially popular in south India. It can be served as a meal along with curd rice. Total Cooking time: 35 minutes Ingredients Raw rice – 1 cup (I used Sona Masoori rice) Lemon – 1 big size Water – 2 cup turmeric powder –…
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…
Chapathi
Chapathi is also known as roti. Whole wheat flour gives a traditional taste to chapathi. Chapathi goes well with kurma, potato curry and other curries. It can be served as a breakfast, meal and dinner. Total Preparation time: 1 hour wheat flour – 2 cups water -3/4 cup(as needed) Salt – 1 teaspoon (as needed)…
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 –…