Curry Leaves Chutney | Kadi Patta Chutney is a popular condiment in South Indian cuisine. Primarily made with curry leaves the chutney is flavorful and aromatic. It complements various dishes. Curry leaves are aromatic leaves commonly used in Indian cuisine. They have a distinct flavor and fragrance that adds depth to various dishes. They are…
Brinji Rice | Brinji Sadam is a traditional South Indian rice dish that is rich and aromatic. Rice, vegetables, herbs, and spices are cooked in coconut milk, giving the dish a unique flavor. It is a very flavorful and wholesome dish and belongs specifically to Chettinad Cuisine. In central Asia, especially in Iran (Persia), polished…
Wayanad Breakfast | Kadala Curry with Poori is a typical breakfast on the streets and homes of Kerela. I had a couple of alphabets left from A to Z from our theme the Breakfast on the Streets of India. With the Breakfast theme, it only was natural that I post the pending posts. So for…
Thambittu Unde | Channa Ladoo is a healthy and delicious Indian Sweet from South India. The ladoo is gluten-free and rich in protein and fiber. The ladoo is made with roasted gram, coconut, and jaggery. The combo of channa and gur ( jaggery ) is age-old. Perhaps this was one of the most common snacks,…
Rasam Vada is a South Indian snack that has a crisp fritter and a tangy soup. The unique combo is served for breakfast and sometimes even as an evening snack. Rasam and Vada are two individual dishes that are served by themselves or as a combination. What is Rasam?Rasam is a clear spicy South Indian…
Vendakkai Mandi | Chettinad Okra Curry is a special curry from the Chettinad region. It has a tangy flavour and is generally served for wedding Spreads. I must admit that the Chettinad region of the South Indian state Tamil Nadu, is known for its distinctly aromatic and spicy style of cooking. I love the flavours…
Peerkangai Kootu is a delicious South Indian curry made with a combination of ridge gourd and lentils. It makes up a wonderful side dish with chapati or rice. Peerkangai is the same as ridge gourd, or Turai or Tori or Turiya. The vegetable has a hard exterior but a very soft interior. It is low…
Onion Raita is one of the most simple raitas made in Indian cuisine. The creamy yoghurt has a crunch of onion and zing of the green chilly. I had never made just Onion Raita, and when I made the Chettinad Wedding Spread, I found it was one of the simple side dishes on the menu.…
Janta Roti is a flatbread from the state of Odhisa. It is made with precooked flour which results in a soft melt in the mouth roti. It was some seven years back when I posted the Orrisa Thali and served Janta Roti in it, but never got around posting the recipe for it. Now that…
Fruit Payasam is delicious kheer from the Chettinad region of South India. The kheer is creamy, fruity and enriched with nuts. Fruit Payasam is famous as Chettinad Pazha Payasam and it is the speciality of Chettinad Cuisine. The kheer is rich in nuts and has the goodness of fresh fruits. Almonds are ground to…