"Kofta"

Olan holds a special place in Kerala’s culinary heart. This humble curry transforms everyday ingredients into something truly magical. I first tried this dish at a friend’s home, and the …

Malabar Appam brings the authentic taste of Kerala right to your kitchen. This beloved South Indian pancake has been a breakfast favorite for generations. The magic happens when you swirl …

Malabar Shrimp Fry is one of those recipes that instantly transports you to the spice markets and coastal kitchens of Kerala. I first tried this dish at a small beachside …

Cochin Fish Mollie is one of those recipes that instantly transports you to the backwaters of Kerala. This gentle fish curry is all about letting fresh ingredients shine together. The …

Chocolate Kozhukattai is my favorite way to jazz up the classic South Indian dumpling recipe. I first tried making this when my kids were getting bored with regular sweets. The …

Karuppu Kondakadalai Sundal brings together the earthy goodness of black chickpeas with fragrant South Indian spices. I love making this recipe during festivals, but honestly, it works great any time …

Undrallu holds a special place in South Indian cuisine, especially during festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi. These delightful steamed dumplings are made from rice flour and have the most wonderful, soft …

Spicy Oats Kozhukattai brings together the best of traditional cooking and modern health trends. I love how this recipe transforms simple oats into something so special and satisfying. These little …

Paneer Kozhukattai brings together the best of South Indian tradition with a rich, sweet filling that will make your taste buds dance with joy. These little parcels of happiness are …

Thayir Vadai holds a special place in South Indian cuisine and my heart too. This dish combines the best of both worlds – crispy fried vadais and cool, tangy yogurt. …

TL;DR Besan (gram flour) is a protein- and fibre-rich ingredient perfect for quick, healthy breakfasts. Dishes like besan chilla, stuffed paratha, and besan dhokla are tasty, easy to prepare, and …

Bread Gulab Jamun is a brilliant twist on the traditional Indian sweet that uses everyday bread slices instead of khoya alone. I love this recipe because it’s so much easier …

Fried Kozhukattai brings back memories of festival celebrations and family gatherings in South Indian homes. These sweet dumplings are little pockets of joy that combine the earthiness of rice flour …

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 …

Javvarisi Payasam brings back memories of my grandmother’s kitchen during Diwali. The smell of saffron and cardamom would fill the whole house. This beloved South Indian dessert transforms simple sago …

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 …

Daal Baati brings together two amazing components – crispy wheat dumplings and creamy lentils. This dish comes from Rajasthan, where it became popular because the baatis could stay fresh for …

Ghiya ke Kofte brings humble bottle gourd to life in the most tasty way. This North Indian dish transforms simple ingredients into something special. The koftas (dumplings) are crispy outside …

Lemon Cake is one of those timeless treats that never fails to bring smiles. This recipe creates a wonderfully light cake with just the right amount of citrus kick. I’ve …

Mutton Kothu Parotta is a beloved dish that started in the streets of South India. The word ‘kothu’ means ‘to chop’ – and that’s exactly what happens when making this …

Punjabi Malai Palak is a comfort food that brings back memories of winter afternoons in Punjab. This recipe takes the humble spinach to new heights by cooking it with creamy …