Kuzhambu is very popular in the South Indian states, especially Thamizhnadu. While the term ‘kuzhambu’ is generic to many dishes that are mixed with rice, the term also means curries in a tamarind base. Kuzhambs are often spicy and thick. It is used sparingly with rice to make a thick mixture. In days of yore,…
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Cucumber, Tomato & Peanut Salad In A Sweet And Sour Dressing
My journey with salads continues. I have tried so many, all with great success, that I have forgotten the recipes for most of them. Thank God that I am documenting them in this blog. Needless to say, salads are super healthy and needs to be a part of every meal. I suspect that many Indians…
Lebanese Salad
I have started including a huge salad as part of both, lunch and dinner. The salad forms half of my meal. This, along with a simple smoothie in the morning helps me keep my blood sugar under control. This necessarily means that my salads must be exciting. I am constantly on the lookout for new…
Makhana (Lotus Seed) Curry
Frankly, I was not aware of makhana till I came to Delhi about 37 years ago. It is not an ingredient that is used in South Indian cuisine. I am a member of a FB group called ‘Recipes of Palakkad – A Vegetarian World’. I have been a member for several years and have not…
Chana Dal (Split Chickpea Curry)
North India has numerous and very tasty dals (lentil curries). This dal recipe is a very basic one that is prepared in homes across the country. It is easy to prepare and tastes excellent. Packed with proteins, this is a staple in homes whose main cereal is wheat made into Indian flat breads. But I…
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