CHANA DAL – SAMA UPMA( BENGAL GRAM – SAMAK RICE UPMA ) Samak rice is the common name for Barnyard millet and they usually used for fasting recipes. Samak rice is also known as samo, moriyo, vari , varai, sanwa etc. in various states of India. Samak rice is high in protein, calcium, iron, minerals…
Category: Snacks & Starters
SHAKKARKANDI VADA (SWEET POTATO VADA)
SHAKKARKANDI VADA Usually we all prepare and consume Batata vada/bataka vada. A delicious snack prepared from boiled and spiced potato and gram flour batter. But I have prepared vada using sweet potatoes along with potatoes and dipped them in batter prepared from fasting flour and make it fasting snack. Preparation time: 15 minutesCooking time: 15…
CINNAMON KNOTS
CINNAMON KNOTS Cinnamon rolls – as it’s name suggests are cinnamon flavoured pastry buns. History says that these aromatic buns with oozing icing with aroma of cinnamon are originated in Sweden and Denmark. 4th October is celebrated as International Cinnamon Rolls Day. Dig in some more details about Cinnamon Rolls – it is commonly served…
MULTI GRAIN FLOUR DOSA
MULTIGRAIN FLOUR DOSA (WITH MINT LEAVES) A dosa is a thin , savoury ,crepe like food from the South Indian Cuisine prepared from fermented batter of rice and dal.Multigrain flour/atta is made using multiple grains and it has more nutrients and flavours than regular wheat flour as it contains high dietary fibers.Mint leaves is a…
COFFEE SMOOTHIE
COFFEE SMOOTHIE A smoothie is a drink made by pureeing fruit and vegetables along with milk , yogurt, ice creams. Additionally sweetners, seeds, chocolate etc. can be added as per your choice. For vegan options non dairy products are used. History says that first smoothie was made in the United States in 1930.Today, I have…
MYSORE MASALA DOSA
MYSORE MASALA DOSA Dosa is the dish that define South India like no other dish. It is a crispy ,thin, savoury crepe like dish prepared from rice lentil fermented batter. Dosas are served with potato filling is knowm as Masala dosa. Mysore masala dosa is one of the most popular dosa. Though both masala dosa…
VEG UTTAPAM
VEG UTTPAM Uttpam, Uthapam or Oothpam is a type of dosa from the South Indian Cuisine. This popular South Indian snack is prepared with fermented rice and lentil batter and topped with various vegetables, herbs and spices. Uttapam is naturally gluten free , vegan, high protein meal and perfect breakfast, tiffin box recipe served with…
THATTE IDLI
THATTE IDLI Thatte idli is a popular variant of idli (steamed rice cake). While regular idli is smaller and thinner, this idli is larger in circumference as well as thickness and gets its name from the circular disc type bowl in which it is made.The origin of Thatte idli can be traced to the word…
DHOKLA (KHATA DHOKLA )
DHOKLA When we hear word Dhokla ,we can visualize a delicious ,spongy famous Gujarati snack. This popular Gujarati snack has spread it’s popularity world wide. Along with thepla and khakhra, dhokla is also the brand ambassador of Gujaratis.Basically, dhokla is prepared from feemented batter of rice and lentils. There are many variants in Dhokla. Apart…
CHICKPEA KEBAB IN PEANUT TART
CHICKPEA KEBAB IN PEANUT TART A kitchen is a laboratory for housewives to show their culinary skills. As a responsible housewife, mother and wife, I try to ensure that the food prepared in my kitchen is tasty and healthy. As Paryushan is going on, I prepared a Jain gourmet delicacy and the result is before…
DOLLOPS BY DIPA 