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Brussel Sprouts Thokku |Brussel Sprouts Masala

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Brussel Sprouts Thokku is tasty  Indian side dish prepared with Brussels sprouts and onion - tomato base.  This fusion recipe can be prepared easily within 30 minutes.

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Two years back, I had brussel sprouts for the first time. One of my friends invited us for dinner, and she prepared an amazing south indian spread. When I saw brussel sprouts, I told my friend that I have never seen small cabbage like this. She told its called 'Brussel sprouts'. She had prepared them with cumin and pepper powder. I loved it. 

 That week when we went to buy veggies, I was searching for this and got a pack.  Knowing all its healthy benefits Started cooking them regularly, vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid and dietary fiber - so many good things about this vegetable. This version goes well with both rice and Chappati.

If you are looking for some desi style recipes with Brussel sprouts check out, Brussel sprout pattani ccurry
I love thokku varieties and have posters couple of thokku in TMF,
 
 

Ingredients:

Brussel Sprouts - 1 lb
Onion – 1 big, finely chopped
Tomato – 2
Ginger garlic paste- 1 tsp
Kitchen king masala - 1/2 tsp
Garam Masala powder- 1/2 tsp
Sambar powder/ Red chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
Coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
Cumin powder – 1/4 tsp
Turmeric powder – 1/8 tsp
Water - 1/4 cup
Oil – 1/2 tbsp

Method:

  • Wash and remove a layer of leaves from the top and slit the sprouts, without cutting fully

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  • Add oil to the pan, when the oil is hot add ginger garlic paste and sauté for 30 seconds. Add onions and saute till onions are cooked, and then add tomato
  • After onions and tomato are cooked, add garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, chili  powder, turmeric powder and allow it to cook for 2-3mins

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  • Add the Brussel sprouts and Sauté well, and add required salt. Add water and cover it with a lid and cook

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  •  Cook till Brussels sprouts are cooked well and Masala is well coated

Brussel Sprouts Masala |Brussel Sprouts Curry (Indian Style)

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • Brussel Sprouts - 1 lb
  • Onion – 1 big finely chopped
  • Tomato – 2
  • Ginger garlic paste- 1 tsp
  • Kitchen king masala - 1/2 tsp
  • Garam Masala powder- 1/2 tsp
  • Sambar powder/ Red chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Cumin powder – 1/4 tsp
  • Turmeric powder – 1/8 tsp
  • Water - 1/4 cup
  • Oil – 1/2 tbsp

Instructions

  • Wash and remove a layer of leaves from the top and slit the sprouts, without cutting fully
  • Add oil to the pan, when the oil is hot add ginger garlic paste and sauté for 30 seconds. Add onions and saute till onions are cooked, and then add tomato
  • After onions and tomato are cooked, add garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, chilli powder, turmeric powder and allow it to cook for 2-3mins
  • Add the Brussel sprouts and Sauté well, and add required salt. Add waterand cover it with a lid and cook
  • Cook till Brussels sprouts are cooked well and Masala is well coated
  • If required sprinkle some extra water
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Notes

This dish goes well with plain/ variety rice as well as with chappati
Instead of dry Masala, you can add water/ yogurt/ milk/fresh cream and make a gravy
Can add 1 teaspoon of tamrind pulp to make a tangy masala
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Baked Uppu Seedai

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Melt-in-mouth, tasty, and healthy Uppu Seedai (Salt Seedai) for Krishna Jayanthi/ janmashtami.  This Baked Indain snack can be prepared within 25 minutes. Seedai is a great evening snack with tea.  Uppu seedai can also be prepared for diwali savory varieties. Try this Stepwise recipes and video uppu seedai recipe and enjoy the festive without the worrying about bursting seedai.

Back in 2014 I posted baked Uppu Seedaii recipe. Recently I have updated the pitures. The moment I think about Krishna jayanthi Seedai comes to my mind. Having a sweet tooth I was always inclined towards Vella Seedai but hubby likes Uppu Seedai. Now(2017) I have one more seedai fan, my little one. I prepared Salt Seedai 3 weeks back when my parents where here. My father likes seedai and he was asking me Baked Uppu Seedai.  As always when I gave few seedai to kiddo, and he said big no intially, after tasting one he said, "Amma I like these balls, it is melting". My father said this is one of my best baked snack 🙂 Happiness is getting such sweet comments from loved ones.

Coming back to my First Baked seedai. When we where in Bentonville, my son was around 9 months old. Since that was the first gokulashtami for my "kutti Krishnan" I wanted to make all krishna jayanthi special recipes. As usual I called Amma for the recipe. I have never made seedai before. Last year (2013) I wanted to do, but my mom alarmed me saying Seedai may burst, so I was scared!. Somehow I postoned it for next year.

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Oreo biscuit cake | Cream Biscuit Cake

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Oreo biscuit cake | oreo cake | eggless cake recipe | biscuit cake recipe | 3 ingredients biscuit cake recipe | cream biscuit cake | no eggs cake recipe | tmf cake recipes | microwave cake recipe | cake without oven | birthday cake recipe | 6-inch cake | 5 minutes oreo cake with step by step pictures and video recipe. Check out the eggless oreo cake. If you like the video pls SUBSCRIBE to my channel.

Oreo biscuit cake | oreo cake | eggless cake recipe | biscuit cake recipe | 3 ingredients biscuit cake recipe | cream biscuit cake | no eggs cake recipe | tmf cake recipes | microwave cake recipe | cake without oven | birthday cake recipe | 6-inch cake is the easiest cake I have ever baked. 3 ingredient beginner-friendly biscuit cake. No eggs, no butter, no oil, no flour for this cake. Cream biscuit cake can be easily baked in an oven/microwave/stovetop. No need for a whisk or electric hand mixer for preparing the cake batter. A small 6-inch cake is perfect for a last-minute birthday or any special occasion.

Orea biscuit cake

Oreo biscuit cake is perfect for a quick cake craving. The best part of oreo cake is you don't need to add flour, sugar to this cake. We need some oreo biscuits and 2 more ingredients our cake batter can be prepared in no time. You can use any cream biscuit according to your preference. If you like chocolate cake, oreo biscuit cake is perfect for your taste. I have frosted the cake but you can also top the chocolate syrup and skip the frosting. If you like chocolate flavor also try mousse, cookies.

Eggless Oreo biscuit cake  in oven/microwave

To bake the cake in an oven preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for 30 - 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.  Microwave baking will take 5 minutes. Preferably use silicone tray if you are using microwave-safe bowl grease generously with oil/butter

Cream biscuit cake on the stovetop

Preheat a heavy-bottomed pan for 5-6 minutes until it turns hot. Place a stand and keep the cake pan. Cover the heated pan with a lid and bake for 35 to 40 minutes in low - medium heat until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Any alternative for baking powder?

You can use eno salt instead of baking powder.  If you are using any other cream biscuit other than oreo adjust the baking powder accordingly. Milk quantity also varies slightly

Frosting for Oreo biscuit cake

I have used Whipped cream frosting, you can use any other frosting according to your preference. I added Oreo pudding mix for additional flavor and also it makes it easy to piping. you can skip if you are not planning to frost the cake. 

 

 

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Oreo biscuit cake

3 ingredeitns easy biscuit cake
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Ingredients

For the cake:

  • oreo biscuit / Cream Biscuits - 20
  • Milk - 3/4 cup
  • Baking Powder/ Eno salt - 3/4 tsp I used Baking powder
  • Butter/Oil/Cooking spray - to grease I used Cooking Spray
  • Vanilla extract - 1/2 tsp

Frosting :

  • Whipping cream - 1/2 cup
  • Powdered sugar - 2 tbsp
  • Oreo pudding mix - 1 tbsp
  • Vanilla extract - 1/2 tsp
  • Chocolate syrup - 2 -3 tbsp

Instructions

How to bake a cake in the oven :

  • Preheat the Oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Place parchment paper in a 6 inch round pan and grease with cooking spray; remove the excess spray
  • Take 20 oreo biscuits in a mixie jar and grind them into a fine powder
  • Transfer the ground oreo biscuit powder into a mixing bowl and add baking powder; mix well
  • Next, add vanilla extract and milk; fold and mix
  • Gently add the batter into the baking pan and tap the pan to remove air bubbles
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean
  • Cool the cake for 10-15 minutes
  • Carefully flip the cake and cool it completely
  • In a wide bowl take 1/2 cup of whipping cream
  • Use an electric mixer and beat for 3-4 minutes on medium speed until you see soft white peaks
  • Add pudding mix, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar and mix everything well
  • The frosting is ready. refrigerate till you use
  • After the cake is completely cool; add chocolate syrup and spread. let it gets  absorbed
  • Pipe the frosting according to your preference. I topped the cake with oreo pieces and added oreo crumbs around the cake

How to bake a cake in the microwave :

  • Grease a microwave-safe bowl/cake pan. I used a cake pan made of Silicone
  • Put the biscuits into the blender and blend into fine granules
  • Add baking powder, vanilla, and milk and blend well
  • Pour the batter into the bowl and microwave for 5 minutes
  • Take it out and wait till it comes to room temperature. Once it is cooled, you can slice and serve

To bake the Oreo cake on the stovetop

  • Preheat a wide pan for 5-6 minutes in medium heat till it turns hot
  • Keep a stand and place the cake pan
  • Close with a lid and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean

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Notes

  1. Any cream biscuit/cookies can be used
  2. Since I have used a silicone baking tray, I was able to unmould easily. If you are using any other microwave-safe bowl grease generously with oil/ butter
  3. Time may slightly vary according to your microwave oven’s setting
  4. Adding parchment paper/wax/butter papers helps to unmould easily
  5. If you are using more pudding mix make sure the frosting doesn't have a big piece of oreo as it might be stuck to the piping tool
  6. Little instant Coffee powder can be added to boost the flavor
  7. Baking time may slightly vary
  8. You can use a 5-inch square baking pan instead of a round pan
  9. The sugar in the cookie is enough for the cake if featured add extra
  10. Pudding mix is optional you can skip it if you are not planning to pipe the frosting
  11. You can also skip the frosting and enjoy Oreo cake with some chocolate syrup
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Ingredients:

For the cake:

oreo biscuit / Cream  Biscuits - 20 

Milk - 3/4 cup

Baking Powder/ Eno salt - 3/4 teaspoon (I used Baking powder)

Butter/Oil/Cooking spray - to grease (I used Cooking Spray)

Vanilla extract - 1/2 tsp

Frosting :

Whipping cream - 1/2 cup

Powdered sugar - 2 tbsp

Oreo pudding mix - 1 tbsp

Vanilla extract - 1/2 tsp

Chocolate syrup - 2 -3 tablespoon IMG_9253

How to bake a cake in the oven :

  • Preheat the Oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit 
  • Place parchment paper in a 6 inch round pan and grease with cooking spray; remove the excess spray

  • Take 20 oreo biscuits in a mixie jar and grind them into a fine powder

  • Transfer the ground oreo biscuit powder into a mixing bowl and add baking powder; mix well

  • Next, add vanilla extract and milk; fold and mix

  • Gently add the batter into the baking pan and tap the pan to remove air bubbles

  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean

  • Cool the cake for 10-15 minutes

  • Carefully flip the cake and cool it completely

  • In a wide bowl take 1/2 cup of whipping cream

  • Use an electric mixer and beat for 3-4 minutes on medium speed until you see soft white peaks

  • Add pudding mix, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar and mix everything well

  • The frosting is ready. refrigerate till you use
  • After the cake is completely cool; add chocolate syrup and spread. let it gets  absorbed

  • Pipe the frosting according to your preference. I topped the cake with oreo pieces and added oreo crumbs around the cake

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How to bake a cake in the microwave :

  • Grease a microwave-safe bowl/cake pan. I used a cake pan made of Silicone 
  • Put the biscuits into the blender and blend into fine granules

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  • Add baking powder, vanilla, and milk and blend well

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  • Pour the batter into the bowl and microwave for 5 minutes

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  • Take it out and wait till it comes to room temperature. Once it is cooled, you can slice and serve

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To bake the cake on the stovetop

  • Preheat a wide pan for 5-6 minutes in medium heat till it turns hot
  • Keep a stand and place the cake pan
  • Close with a lid and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean

 

Cracked Wheat Savory Cake

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Rava cake Godhumai Rava cake is a tasty make-ahead tiffin recipe.

With my Little one going all around the house, I am finding it difficult to prepare breakfast. So I prefer preparing some light breakfast, or some bread like Wheat Oats Banana Bread. Couple of weeks back, I tried Savory Rava Cake and had them for next day breakfast, and we both liked it. Wanted to do it again, and this time I used Godhumai Rava  instead of Rava.

Checkout other cracked wheat recipes in TMF,

Cracked Wheat and Oats Kozhukattai

Cracked wheat pongal

Cracked wheat Adai

Cracked wheat oats Dhokla

Cracked wheat rava idli

Godhumai rava Pulav

Cracked Wheat Savory Cake

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Course: Cake
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Author: Vidya Srinivasan

Ingredients

  • Dry Ingredients:
  • Cracked Wheat - 1 cup
  • Peas - 2 tbsp
  • Corn - 2 tbsp
  • Carrot - 2 peeled and grated
  • Onion - 1 finely chopped
  • Salt - as needed
  • Baking soda - 1/2 tsp
  • Baking powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Wet Ingredients:
  • Unsweetened Yogurt/Curd - 1 cup
  • Water - 3 tbsp
  • Oil/Butter - 1 tbsp I used Olive oil
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tbsp optional
  • Cooking Spray / Oil - to grease

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the parchment paper in baking pan, and grease the baking tray with oil/cooking spray
  • In a bowl, add dry ingredients and mix well, and then add the wet ingredients
  • cracked wheat savory bread
  • Pour into baking tray and sprinkle sesame seeds
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes
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Cracked Wheat Savory Cake

Preparation Time : 10 min |  Cooking Time : 45  mins – 1 hour | Serves : 3

Recipe Category : Breakfast/snack

Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

Cracked Wheat - 1 cup

Peas - 2 tbsp

Corn - 2 tbsp

Carrot - 2 , peeled and grated

Onion - 1, finely chopped

Salt - as needed

Baking soda - 1/2 tsp

Baking powder - 1/2 tsp

Wet Ingredients:

Unsweetened Yogurt/Curd - 1 cup

Water - 3 tbsp

Oil/Butter - 1 tablespoon ( I used Olive oil)

Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (optional)

Cooking Spray / Oil - to grease

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Method

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the parchment paper in baking pan, and grease the baking tray with oil/cooking spray
  • In a bowl, add dry ingredients and mix well, and then add the wet ingredients

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  • Pour into baking tray and sprinkle sesame seeds

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  • Bake for 35-40 minutes

 

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Mushroom Masala | Matar Mushroom Gravy

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Mushroom Masala | Matar Mushroom Gravy | Restaurant-style Mushroom masala 

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Restaurant-style tasty gravy with mushroom and peas. Mushroom matar masala is prepared with onion-tomato base gravy. 

Writing a Guest post is always exciting. When Beula from EaterSpot asked me to do a Guest post, I accepted happily. The joy was doubled when she told me it was for celebrating Indian Independence day!

Few words about EaterSpot, in Beula's own words:

"I began blogging in March 2010 purely because of boredom. I moved from the US to New Zealand, had a full time job, was newly married but wanted to do more stuff ... thus my food blogging journey began. Over on my blog EATERSPOT, I share about recipes that have been part of my family and new recipes as well based on my current cravings or menu planning.

I've got non-vegetarian, vegetarian, Indian recipes and recipes from different cuisines, vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo and some kids recipes too :)"

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 Mushroom Peas Masala in Beula's sace

Thanks Beula, for hosting me, and joining us in celebrating the Indian Independence Day. JAI HIND🙏🏻

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Mushroom recipes

Mushroom Peas Masala | Matar Mushroom Gravy

Restaurant style tasty gravy with mushroom and peas. Mushroom matar is prepared with onion-tomato base gravy.
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Course: Gravy
Cuisine: Ind
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 3
Author: Vidya Srinivasan

Ingredients

  • Button Mushroom – 200 grams
  • Frozen Peas – 1/2 cup
  • Onion – 1 big finely chopped
  • Tomato – 2
  • Ginger - 1 tbsp
  • Garlic - 3
  • Garam Masala powder- 1 tsp
  • Kitchen king Masala - 1/2 tsp
  • Chilli powder – 1 tsp
  • Coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Cumin powder – 1/4 tsp
  • Milk - 1/4 cup
  • Turmeric powder – 1/8 tsp
  • Cinnamon Powder – 1/4 tsp
  • Salt – as needed
  • To temper:
  • Oil – 1 tsp
  • Cardamom – 2 pods
  • Bay leaf -1

Instructions

  • Wash the Mushroom well with hot water and keep it soaked in water (As mushroom turns to oxidise, I added a pinch of turmeric powder in water to prevent them changing color)
  • Boil onion, garlic, ginger and tomato in hot water and strain the water. When it comes to room temperature, blend them into fine paste
  • Add oil to the pan. Add bay leaf and cardamom after the oil becomes little hot. Add the blended tomato and onion puree and cook for 5-6 minutes. Add garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, chilli powder, turmeric powder and allow it to cook for 3-4
  • Add the mushroom, peas and salt. Saute well for 10 minutes
  • Add cinnamon powder and milk and let it cook for 3-5 minutes
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Notes

  1. I didn’t add water while cooking mushroom, as there was enough moisture, but you can sprinkle little water if required
  2. Instead of milk, you can add 3 tablespoon of curd or 2 tablespoon of fresh cream/whipping cream
  3. If you are using a cinnamon stick, add it while tempering
  4. This gravy goes well with any variety rice like fried rice/ pulao as well as with naan/rotis
  5.  boiled the onions and blended them, as it will save time while cooking. Instead, you can also sauté the onions
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Method:

  • Wash the Mushroom well with hot water and keep it soaked in water (As mushroom turns to oxidise, I added a pinch of turmeric powder in water to prevent them changing color)
  • Boil onion and tomato in hot water and strain the water. When it comes to room temperature, blend them into fine paste
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  • Add oil to the pan. Add bay leaf and cardamom after the oil becomes little hot. Add ginger garlic paste and sauté for 30 seconds. Add the blended tomato and onion puree and cook for 2 -3 minutes. Add garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, chilli powder, turmeric powder and allow it to cook for 2-3mins
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  • Add cinnamon powder and milk and let it cook for 3-5 minutes

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Kondakadalai Sundal | Channa Sundal | Chickpea Sundal

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Kondakadalai Sundal | Channa Sundal | Chickpea Sundal | Chole sundal | sundal recipe | Navaratri sundal step by step pictures and video recipe. You can also check out the Pasi paruppu sundal recipe.  If you like this recipe pls SUBSCRIBE to my channel and check out other Sundal varieties in TMF

Kondakadalai Sundal is a protein-rich flavorful sundal prepared with chickpea. It is a great protein-rich after-school snack for kids.

Today being Varalakshmi Pooja, I had prepared Sweet Kozhukkatai, Sundal, Wheat Appam, and paruppu Payasam. Kondakadalai Sundal is also prepared during Vinayaka Chaturthi and Navarathri. It goes well with rice and as a tea-time snack.
Previously I had posted Channa Masala with kondakadalai, and this sundal is a no-onion no-garlic version, as it is prepared for pooja. Knowing today is pooja day, many of my friends asked for Kozhukattai recipe, knowing I would have prepared that. But to update the notes better, and to make a detailed recipe, I need to discuss with two Kozhukattai experts (my Mom and Mother in Law). Recipes for Sweet Kozhukattai and paruppu Payasam are coming soon.

Kondakadalai sundal

healthy traditional kondakadalai sundal
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Ingredients

Soak

  • 1/2 cup Chickpeas/Kondakadalai/Chana
  • 2 cups water

Pressure cook

  • 1 + 1/2 cup water
  • Required salt

Temper

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon urad dal
  • 1 teaspoon chana dal
  • 2 red chili
  • Curry leaves few
  • Asafoetida generous portion

Sundal

  • 3 tablespoon Coconut

Instructions

  • Soak  Chana overnight, or at least for 8 hours
  • Transfer kodakadalai, 1 + 1/2 cup of water, and required salt into a pressure cooker for 5-6 whistles To make it toddler-friendly. Adjust the whistles according to your  preferred texture
  • After pressure release naturally, transfer the cooed chana in a colander
  • Add oil to the pan, when the oil is hot add all ingredients under 'to temper'  except asafoetida and let it crackle
  • Furthermore, add hing and give a good mix. turn  down flame to low
  • Add cooked chana and coconut and cook on low flame for 2 mins
  • Finally, add asafoetida and turn off the stove
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Notes

  1. Coconut oil gives a nice aroma for sundal, so it is preferable
  2. Tinned Chickpea can also be used
  3. Add a generous portion of hing
  4. Instead of adding coconut at the end, you can also add after tempering
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Ingredients:

Soak

1/2 cup Chickpeas/Kondakadalai/Chana 

2 cups water

Pressure cook

1 + 1/2 cup water

Required salt

Temper

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds

1 teaspoon urad dal

1 teaspoon chana dal

2 red chili

Curry leaves few

Asafoetida generous portion

Sundal

3 tablespoon Coconut 

Asafoetida generous portion

how to kondakadalai Sundal with step by step pictures :

  • Soak  Chana overnight, or at least for 8 hours
  • Transfer kodakadalai, 1 + 1/2 cup of water, and required salt into a pressure cooker for 5-6 whistles To make it toddler-friendly. Adjust the whistles according to your  preferred texture

  • After pressure release naturally, transfer the cooed chana in a colander

  • Add oil to the pan, when the oil is hot add all ingredients under 'to temper'  except asafoetida and let it crackle

  • Furthermore, add hing and give a good mix. turn  down flame to low
  • Add cooked chana and coconut and cook on low flame for 2 mins

  • Finally, add asafoetida and turn off the stove

My Notes:

  • Coconut oil gives a nice aroma for sundal, so it is preferable
  • Tinned Chickpea can also be used
  • Instead of adding coconut at the end, you can also add after tempering

 

Beetroot Halwa

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Beetroot Halwa | Beetroot pudding | halwa recipe | Indian sweet halwa recipe | Indian dessert | sweet recipe | Indian sweet recipe  step-by-step pictures and video recipe. Check out the Beetroot Halwa recipe. If you like the video pls SUBSCRIBE to my channel.

Beetroot halwa | beetroot pudding is an easy, tasty halwa with beetroot, milk. Delicious Indian beetroot pudding can be prepared in less than 30 minutes.

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Urulaikizhangu kara curry | Potato podi curry

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Urulaikizhangu kara curry | Potato podi curry | Urulaikizhangu podi curry | urulai roast | potato kara curry | potato kara Kari | Indian style spicy potato roast | potato recipes | potato varuval | potato poriyal | urulai roast | urulaikilangu varuval |  Tamil style potato kara Kari | How to make Potato Kara Kari  | Potato Kara Curry Recipe | Tamilnadu Brahmin style recipe | no onion no garlic recipe | Urulaikizhangu podi curry | Potato roast | potato roast Indian | aloo roast | Moru Moru urulai kizhangu roast | aloo fry | Bombay Potatoes|  Bombay Aloo | chettinadu potato fry  | Potato Stir-Fry | Aloo Fry | crispy Indian potatoes | potato roast vegan with step-by-step pictures and video recipe. Check out the Potato kara kari recipe for detailed recipe with tips and tricks. 1 minute potato kari shorts. If you like the video pls SUBSCRIBE to my channel. with step-by-step pictures and video recipes.


Urulaikizhangu podi curry | urulai roast | potato kara curry | potato kara Kari | Indian style spicy potato roast | potato recipes | potato varuval | potato poriyal | urulai roast | urulaikilangu varuval |  Tamil style potato kara Kari | How to make Potato Kara Kari  | Potato Kara Curry Recipe | Tamilnadu Brahmin style recipe | no onion no garlic recipe | Urulaikizhangu podi curry is a tasty side with potatoes. Crispy potatoes go well with many varieties of rice.

As I had mentioned earlier, potato is one of my favorite vegetables. The beauty of potatoes is that they can be cooked in so many ways, and each method brings out a superb dish! I have already posted Potato Tikka, Potato Wedges, Potato Chips, Potato Fry, but this version of urulaikizhangu podi curry is a no-onion no-garlic Tamil brahmin style preparation. It is one of the quickest ways to prepare Potatoes. My mother-in-law prepares a different version of this, by adding okra as well.

Potato podi curry

We all love potatoes and among all the potato dishes I make this urulaikizhangu podi curry is my kids' favorite. My son calls it mini french fries potatoes. No need to pressure cook the potatoes for these recipes. Chop them small and slow roast. Little besan flour gives an amazing flavor to this kara curry recipe. It is a Signature Tamil brahmin style potato podi, Kari, without onion/ garlic.

Can I skip Besan flour?

Besan flour gives a special taste and texture to the curry. Skipping besan flour might alter the taste. You can also use the flour instead of began flour. Rice flour Kalpana potato kara Kari gives the crispness too but I like the flavor with besan flour.

Can I add onion/ garlic to the urulaikizhangu podi curry?

I have made it Tamil brahmin Malayan potato kara curry style but you can saute onions and garlic and prepare the potato varuval.

 

Can I add tempering?

Yes traditionally potato podi curry is prepared with tempting but my kids prefer without tempering hence I skipped it.

How long it will take for the potatoes to cook?

For cast iron cooking always slow roast in low- medium flame. Depending on the potatoes and also the crispness you prefer the roasting time slightly varies.

Can I pressure cook potatoes and prepare Kari?

Yes but taste but nightly vary. Slow roasted potatoes taste the best.

Can I add besan flour initially?

No always add vegan flour after 5 minutes as potatoes would have been 3/4 the cooked by that time

Here is the recipe for TamBram style Urulaikizhangu podi curry:

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Urulaikizhangu podi curry

Slow roasted potato kara kari
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Course: Curry
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Author: Vidya Srinivasan

Ingredients

  • Potato – 2 around 200 grams
  • Kashmiri chilli powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
  • besan flour – 1 tbsp
  • Salt – as needed
  • Curry leaves - few
  • Oil – 2 tbsp
  • Asofeotida generous portion

Instructions

  • Add oil to a pan. When oil is hot, add chilli powder, turmeric powder, and salt, give a quick mix
  • Furthermore, add potatoes and  cook on low-medium flame for 5 minutes, mix well in-between
  • Add besan flour, asafoetida, and curry leaves, mix well and cook for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes turn to desired texture

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Notes

  1. Adjust the spice according to your taste
  2. Chop the potatoes into small sizes preferable into cubes
  3. I prefer peeling the skin but that's optional
  4. Potatoes might turn brown if not used immediately so If you cut potatoes in prior soak them in water till you use and make sure you drain the water before making poriyal
  5. Adjust the spice according to your taste
  6. You can add the tempering
  7. Asafoetida helps for digestion don't skip it
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Potato Curry

Preparation Time: 5 mins | Cooking Time: 10 mins | Serves : 3

Recipe Category: Side Dish

Ingredients:

Potato – 2, around 200 grams

Kashmiri chilli powder - 1/2 tsp

Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp

besan flour – 1 tbsp

Salt – as needed

Curry leaves - few

Oil – 2 tbsp

Asofeotida generous portion 

how to urulaikizhangu kara curry:

  •  Add oil to a pan. When oil is hot, add chilli powder, turmeric powder, and salt, give a quick mix

 

  • Furthermore, add potatoes and  cook on low-medium flame for 5 minutes, mix well in-between

  • Add besan flour, asafoetida, and curry leaves, mix well and cook for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes turn to desired texture

 

Guacamole Sandwich

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When I feel like having a quick breakfast, bread always helps me. Like many, I love sandwiches. Also, guacamole is one dish That can be had in many forms - Sandwich, side dish for roti, Stuffing for burrito/ Quesadilla. This is one healthy, tasty and easy sandwich.

Guacamole Sandwich

Preparation Time : 5 mins | Cooking Time : 5 mins | Serves : 1

Recipe Category: Breakfast

Ingredients:

Bread - 4 slices

Guacamole - 2 tbsp

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 Method:

  •  Spread the guacamole on one slice and place other slice over it

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  • Place it in a greased waffle/ sandwich maker and cook for 2 minutes or as per the sandwich maker’s instructions

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 My Notes:

  • Alternate method suggested by my friend - peel and remove avocado seed and cut into big pieces and mash them. Squeeze few drops of lemon and add salt. Spread them over the bread and add veggies of your choice, cheese, salt and pepper. Keep the other bread over it and toast
  • Can also grill them directly in a skillet
  • I used cooking spray, instead you can use butter to grease
  • Can add cheese after spreading guacamole
  • I made the sandwich in a waffle maker, as I like the waffle-shaped bread slices!