Manoharam brings back memories of festival celebrations and family gatherings. This beloved traditional sweet combines the nutty flavor of rice and urad dal with the rich sweetness of jaggery. The …
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Gasa Gasa Payasam is a type of rice pudding made from rice boiled in milk, sugar, cashew nuts, raisins, poppy seeds and cardamom. The pudding is traditionally served during festivals …
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Kai Murukku, a beloved South Indian delight, is a testament to the region’s rich culinary heritage. These twisted spirals of delight are not only visually captivating but also pack a …
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Ribbon Pakoda is one of those snacks that brings back childhood memories of rainy afternoons and hot tea. I remember watching my grandmother make these beautiful curly treats, wondering how …
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Karasev holds a special place in my heart as one of those snacks that instantly brings back childhood memories. This thin, crispy noodle-like treat comes from South India and has …
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Kara Boondi is one of those snacks that brings back childhood memories for many of us. These tiny, crispy spheres pack so much flavor into each bite. The combination of …
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Butter Murukku brings back memories of my grandmother’s kitchen during festival season. The smell of these golden spirals frying in oil always made my mouth water. This traditional South Indian …
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Mullu Murukku brings back memories of festive celebrations and family gatherings. This traditional South Indian snack gets its name from “mullu,” which means thorn or spike in Tamil. The special …
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Boondi Laddu is one of those magical Indian sweets that brings back childhood memories with every bite. These little golden spheres are made from tiny, crispy besan (chickpea flour) droplets …
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Thattai holds a special place in South Indian kitchens, especially during festival seasons. This traditional snack brings back memories of my grandmother’s kitchen, where the aroma of freshly fried thattai …
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Vella Seedai brings back memories of festival celebrations and grandmother’s kitchen. This traditional Tamil sweet combines simple pantry ingredients into something magical. The word “vella” means jaggery in Tamil, which …
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Seedai (Uppu Seedai) brings back memories of festival celebrations in South Indian homes. This traditional snack has been passed down through generations, and for good reason. The name “uppu” means …
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Vendakkai Sambar is a beloved dish from South Indian cuisine that’s both nutritious and delicious. I learned this recipe from my grandmother, and it’s become my go-to comfort food. The …
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Karunai Kilangu Masiyal is a traditional Tamil Nadu recipe that turns humble elephant yam into something special. I learned this recipe from my grandmother, who always said the secret lies …
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Urulaikilangu Vendakkai Mandi is a homestyle recipe that brings together two beloved vegetables – potatoes and okra – in a tangy tamarind sauce. The rice water base gives this dish …
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Potato Masala for Puri is one of those recipes that brings back memories of Sunday morning breakfasts. The smell of fresh spices and the sight of golden potatoes always gets …
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Brussels Sprout and Chickpea Stir-fry is my go-to recipe when I want something healthy but full of flavor. I love how the Brussels sprouts get slightly charred and crispy while …
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Bajji Milagai Masala is my go-to recipe when I want to add some excitement to everyday meals. The mild Bangalore chillies create a rich base that’s not too hot, while …
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Seeyam brings back memories of festive mornings in Indian households. This traditional sweet combines simple ingredients like rice, urad dal, and jaggery to create something magical. The outer shell gets …
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Poricha Kuzhambu is a traditional South Indian curry that’s both nourishing and delicious. The name comes from the Tamil words “poricha” (fried) and “kuzhambu” (curry), referring to the tempered spices …
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Kathirikai Poriyal is a homestyle South Indian dish that’s close to my heart. The first time I made this, I was amazed by how a few simple spices could transform …
