Kuzhi Paniyaram is a South Indian dish made by steaming batter using a mould. It can be sweet or spicy depending on the ingredients used and how it’s cooked, so Paddu tastes different in each region of India (Kannada: ಪಡ್ಡು). Sometimes called “guliyappa” if served with jaggery syrup and sometimes referred to as “paniyaram,” these …
Coconut milk rice is a dish that can be served as either an appetizer or main course. The name of this dish comes from the white coconut water and brown rice which are soaked in it for hours, making for a light but incredibly flavorful meal perfect to serve on its own or with some …
Idli are an Indian food that is a type of savory rice cake. They originate in the subcontinent and have been popular as breakfast foods since they were first introduced by traders from Southern India to Sri Lanka over 2000 years ago. The cakes may be made with fermented black lentils (de-husked) or other legumes, …
Khajjaka is a fried dough that can be eaten plain or with sugar, depending on the region. Khaja originated in Eastern India and has since spread throughout the Central regions of Southern Asia as well. Khajas, the Indian version of pancakes or waffles are made with oil and sugar syrup. The difference between different kinds …
Vazhakkai podimas is a stir-fry recipe made from steamed raw banana, onion, and various spices. Plantain podimas is a healthy and tasty South Indian accompaniment recipe. Valakkai Podimas or Plantain podimas is a very simple and healthy recipe that can provide an alternative to the more complex recipes often found in Indian cuisine. This dish …
Semiya means Semolina or Semola Semolina. Semiya Daddojanam is a dish made from beaten rice, vermicelli and milk. It is a traditional dish in South India, originating from Karnataka. This is usually prepared as an offering to the Hindu god Krishna. Semiya Daddojanam is also served as a breakfast dish and at weddings. Semiya can …
Andhra sorakaya masala curry is a staple food in the Indian subcontinent and has been adopted by other countries as well. India produces more pulses than any country on earth! Not only are they popular to eat but their soup form also makes them an important part of the cuisine. The preparation of a simple …
Pongal is a traditional dish in the southern part of India. The word “pongai” comes from Tamil, which literally translates to boiling or bubbling up – as this rice-based dish does during its preparation. In Telugu and Kannada, Pongali means a mixture of boiled milk and sugar that’s used for cooking ponagli (a type of …
The Basil Pesto sauce is considered to have originated in Genoa, the capital city of Liguria. The traditional recipe includes garlic, European pine nuts, coarse salt and basil leaves- all blended with olive oil. You can also find variations that use different types of cheese such as Parmesan or Pecorino Sardo (sheep’s milk). Pesto is …
Achari Paneer Tikka is made with paneer, pickle spices and more. Soft and juicy morsels of paneer coated in spicy masala will have you coming back for seconds! Achari Paneer tikka is a delicious starter dish that can be eaten as an appetizer or snack. This finger-licking dish features soft pieces of cheese marinated in …
