This is an authentic South Indian Lunch favorite which has gone international as well.Pronounced (Mola-goo-tal)I remember my childhood days when all cooking was done by my Grandma and this was made nearly twice a week.I love this with curd and rice. Molagootal is typically a […]

This is a salty snack from South India.The dough is put into a snack press and ribbon shapes are pressed into hot oil and deep fried till crispy and golden brown. This recipe is adapted from Ammini Ramachandran’s book “Grains,Greens and Grated Coconuts” with the […]

This Vada is made during auspicious Celebrations,Pujas and Occasions.During Dussehra when South Indians celebrate Saraswati Puja(for the Goddess of learning and Wisdom),this Vada is made and distributed to all.Here goes the recipe: Preparation Time – 5-6 hours(includes Soaking time) Makes – Approx 15 Vadas INGREDIENTS […]

Snake Gourd(Hindi – Chichinda) is a unique vegetable.A slim long gourd with a coil at the end(signifying the name).This vegetable is mostly used in South India for the varied cuisine Kerala and Tamil Nadu offer. When you buy Snake Gourd,look for firm gourds with whitish/greenish […]

This dish of rice is delicately flavored with Lemon Juice plus has a filling texture – have it with Aviyal or fresh,fried Papads – the taste is unbeatable! Preparation Time – 30 minutes Makes – 2-3 servings INGREDIENTS 2 cups long grained/medium grained fine rice […]

Fond as South Indians are of Sambar – a dish which has gained International prominence,there are certain variations of the same which are sometimes unknown to people and this is one of them.This is a simple but uber-delicious dish which can be had with plain […]

This Chutney is FAB!It is a must for those who are denied Coconut for South Indian Chutneys for Idlis and Dosas due to health reasons or for people who dislike Coconut.This Chutney is made with whole Chana – the roasted variety of Chickpeas or Grams(roasted […]

When I talk about Thogayal – I am taken back to my childhood days..when my Grandmother used to make a jar full of this uber delicious paste and I used to beg for it to be had with plain rice and a drizzle of Sesame […]

This has been and would be the staple food carried by South Indians on long journeys and relished immensely! Preparation Time – 15 minutes Makes – 3 servings Ingredients: 2 cups boiled/steamed basmati rice 1 tsp salt 1 cup yogurt For the tempering: 1 tbsp […]

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 […]