After pondering over the question of what can be made with pani pooris that is healthy as well, i came up with this salad style pani puris that is totally healthy and lip smacking. This is a very simple snack/quick bite than can be made within a few minutes. Pani puri salad is a great… Continue reading Pani Puri with a Healthy Twist
Month: July 2016
Pazham pori/Banana Fritters
Yummy pazham pori/Ethakka Appam/Banana fritters Pazham Pori also known as ethakka appam or banana fritters is a traditional deep fried snack from Kerala. Pazham poris are served at almost every house in Kerala and is truly one of the yummiest snacks. It is a bajji like snack made using ripe nendram pazham/bananas.My mom makes pazham… Continue reading Pazham pori/Banana Fritters
Cow peas/black eyed pea salad
Healthy Cow Peas/Karamani salad! Cow peas also known as black eyed peas are rich in protein, fiber, iron and vitamins. The soluble fiber in cow pea helps in absorbing excess sugar thus maintaining healthy sugar level. It is free from bad cholesterol and thus aids in weight loss. It is loaded with vitamins and antioxidants… Continue reading Cow peas/black eyed pea salad
Prawn Masala
Spicy Prawn Masala/Gravy for Beginners I'am not a sea food lover and seer fish is the only sea food i eat. I'am very choosy and kind of lazy when it comes to sea food that i always prefer fish that are easy to bite and that doesn't require me to put my effort in separating… Continue reading Prawn Masala
Salted Caramel Sauce
Yummy yet easy to make salted caramel sauce I'am a big fan of anything that has salted caramel incorporated into it like salted caramel cheesecakes and salted caramel brownies. Before attempting to make any of them at home, i wanted to begin with a basic salted caramel sauce that can be used as a topping… Continue reading Salted Caramel Sauce
Easy to make Caramel Pudding/Flan
Have guests coming over and wondering what to make for dessert? Caramel pudding/ flan is one of the easiest and delicious desserts that can be made with minimal ingredients that are available at your home.The recipe is adapted from sharmispassions and i must say its a no fail recipe which sure will satisfy your sweet tooth.… Continue reading Easy to make Caramel Pudding/Flan
Aval Payasam/ Flattened Rice Kheer
Celebrate Guru purnima with this yummy yet easy to make Aval paysam Guru Purnima is generally celebrated on the full moon day (purnima) in the month of July-August. This year Guru Purnima falls on July 19th i.e today. Guru Purnima is a festival celebrated by the Hindus, Jains and Buddhists and is primarily dedicated to… Continue reading Aval Payasam/ Flattened Rice Kheer
Moong Dal/Paasi Paruppu(tamil) Halwa
Moong Dal Halwa Moong Dal (Split green gram) is easier to cook and has less carb content compared to other dals. Though it lacks the fiber content of whole green moong, its a good source of protein for vegetarians. Moong Dal halwa is a traditional pudding like dessert from Rajasthan. Its generally prepared during winter… Continue reading Moong Dal/Paasi Paruppu(tamil) Halwa
Cucumber Peanut Salad
Healthy yet yummy cucumber peanut salad So, i have been gorging on too much sweets off late and have had too many cheat days a week. I decided i eat healthy before i repeat the same process ( Lol :P). I had some left over cucumbers and was in a mood to make salad. I… Continue reading Cucumber Peanut Salad
Cucumber-mint Smoothie
Cucumber- Mint Smoothie to beat the heat Chennai is getting hotter day by day. Its mid July already yet the rain god doesn't seem to have any mercy on us. Its important you stay hydrated to ward off excess heat from your body. Including fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet not only keeps you healthy but also… Continue reading Cucumber-mint Smoothie