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Spiced Fox Nuts ( Phool Makhana)

Watching a movie? What’s the best companion while doing so? Mine is popcorn. A big bowl full of crunchy buttery salted popcorn and off late, these cruncy, spicy low calorie roasted fox nuts. Since these foxnuts/makahan/lotus seeds can be made at home easily, we can always play around with the spices that go into it.Continue reading “Spiced Fox Nuts ( Phool Makhana)”

Banana Bread

What better way to start the day than, have this banana bread for breakfast? Overripe bananas along with few other ingredients are converted into a yummy loaf of banana bread in under an hour or so. This one bowl recipe is definitely a keeper, atleast for me. Let me know how that works out forContinue reading “Banana Bread”

Mixed Lentil Dosa ( Adai)

Mixed Lentil Dosa ( Adai) is a protein packed breakfast dish made using spices, mixed lentils and grains. The recipe for this savoury Indian pancake varies from one household to another. Also the proportion and types of lentils and spices can be varied as per one’s liking and taste. Let’s see how to make thisContinue reading “Mixed Lentil Dosa ( Adai)”

Instant Pot Vegetable Kurma ( with Home-made Masala)

Vegetable kurma is an Indian side dish served mostly with chapathis, dosa , poori or even idlis. This veg kurma is made using mixed vegetables and an array of spices. The recipe for veg kurma varies with every region. This particular , South Indian style kurma is made with home-made masala powder . I haveContinue reading “Instant Pot Vegetable Kurma ( with Home-made Masala)”

Wheat, Urad dal & Ragi ladoos

Wheat, urad dal and ragi ladoos are made with wheat flour, ragi flower, other grains and sweetened with jaggery. These ladoos are very healthy and can be consumed by everyone. High in calories, these ladoos are good for kids who need energy throughout the day to run around and do various activities. Since they areContinue reading “Wheat, Urad dal & Ragi ladoos”

Egg Roast Gravy

Egg Roast – Boiled eggs are cooked in a caramelised, tangy tomato onion base and finished with thick coconut milk. This egg roast can be served with rice, chapathi, and the best options being appam or idiappam. A yummy and healthy protein fix for your morning breakfast or any other meal, this can be preparedContinue reading “Egg Roast Gravy”