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Sunita Karthik

  • Key Highlights Start with quality ingredients like fresh vegetables and a good broth to build a flavourful base for any homemade soup. Master the art of layering flavours by sautéing …

  • Vegetable Nilgiri Korma is one of those curries that feels both comforting and special at the same time. The name comes from the Nilgiri hills, and the dish carries that …

  • Moti Pak is one of those sweets that looks fancy but follows a straightforward method once you understand the steps. The name literally means pearl sweet, referring to the tiny …

  • Palakottai Thokku is one of those recipes that reminds me how a humble ingredient can turn into something really satisfying. Jackfruit seeds often get tossed aside, but when you boil …

  • Mavadu Fried Rice is one of those dishes that makes you rethink what fried rice can be. Most of us think of soy sauce and vegetables, but this South Indian …

  • Key Highlights Smoothies and juices provide health benefits like boosting immunity, aiding digestion, and supporting weight management. These drinks are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from fruits, vegetables, and …

  • Turkey Biryani is one of those recipes that sounds fancy but comes together with straightforward steps and ingredients you likely have on hand. The turkey gets marinated in yogurt and …

  • Dates Payasam brings together the caramel-like sweetness of dates with rich milk and aromatic cardamom. I make this version often at home. The gentle cooking process allows the dates to …

  • Oats Papaya Burfi brings together the health benefits of oats and the natural sweetness of ripe papaya in a delicious Indian dessert. I started making this when looking for ways …

  • Paasi Paruppu Laddu brings back memories of my grandmother’s kitchen, where the nutty aroma of roasting moong dal would fill the air. This beloved South Indian sweet features carefully roasted …

  • Soan Papdi is a very popular Indian sweet ideal for any occasion. Available in multiple variations, the most popular ones are made by Haldirams (often called as Haldiram Soan Papdi). …

  • Bread Rasmalai makes simple sandwich bread into an indulgent Indian dessert. I learned this clever shortcut from my grandmother who would make it whenever we craved traditional rasmalai but needed …

  • Coconut Laddu holds a special place in my heart because it reminds me of celebrations and happy moments. These little golden balls of sweetness are incredibly simple to make, yet …

  • Arcot Makkan Peda brings the magic of traditional Indian sweets right to your kitchen. This recipe creates beautiful golden balls that are crispy on the outside but incredibly soft inside. …

  • Sev (Omapodi / Ompodi) is a very popular savoury snack across India made with chickpea flour, spices and then deep fried until crispy. Served as a teatime/evening snack, they also …

  • Avocado and Mint Soup brings together two of my favorite fresh ingredients in one gorgeous bowl. I first tried making this soup on a whim when I had extra avocados …

  • Drumstick Vadai (Murungaikai Vadai) brings together the best of South Indian flavors in one crispy bite. This traditional recipe transforms humble drumsticks into something truly special. The tender drumstick pulp …