Tutti Frutti or what is called “Cherries” is a wonderful ingredient to add to goodies like Cakes,Ice Creams,Cookies or plain Buns.Made from Raw Papaya and immersed in sugar syrup,its a delicious do-it-yourself at home.Some places do not keep these ingredients and its a very good […]

Kulthi or Horse Gram is a kind of Dal which is lesser known in terms of cooking.In India its known as Gahat,Muthira,Kulath or Kulthi.In Tamil its known as Kollu. It is often fed to cattle hence its name.But in South Indian States,it is utilized for […]

Amla or what we call as Indian Gooseberry is a sour,bitter,astringent and fibrous fruit consumed widely for its numerous benefits.The scientific name is Phyllanthus Embelica and the fruit has a wide variety of uses! 1.Preserved in brine and turmeric and used as a body cooler in summers. […]

This delectable spice powder is the favorite of all South Indians.Its a substitute of Coconut Chutney for Idlis and Dosas and can be had as an only accompaniment without any sides like Sambar. It is so delicious that I use it for other purposes namely: 1.Cutting a […]

We all love Paneer.It is an ingredient, so versatile that it lends itself almost into anything..be it a dessert like Rasgulla or Sandesh or an appetizer like Paneer pakora or rolls,or main courses like Paneer Makhani or Shahi Paneer or even salads.Its Paneer all the way.We sometimes […]