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
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
Sabudana/Sago Fritters/Javvarisi Vadai
I happened to visit this place called Amdavadi in T nagar, Chennai. Its basically a Gujarati snack house with a lovely ambiance and amazing food. Sabudana/Sago vada is a traditional deep fried snack from Maharashtra, India. The people at the restaurant suggested it as it happens to be one of their signature dishes and also… Continue reading Sabudana/Sago Fritters/Javvarisi Vadai
Pineapple sponge cake in pressure cooker!
Easy to make Pineapple sponge cake in Pressure Cooker Yet to buy an oven? Don't worry! Do you see that pressure cooker lying around the corner of your kitchen? Well, get set to bake your own cake without an oven. This is a fail proof recipe and also the very first cake i ever baked.… Continue reading Pineapple sponge cake in pressure cooker!
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