Adai
This is a lentil rich crepe made with four types lentils and rice. Adai also includes spices like red chillies and methi seeds and has bold flavors that don’t need a lot of complicated side …
Set Dosae
This is a pancake style dosae made with rice and lentils. The batter does not require fermentation but it resembles a fluffy pancake with the addition of poha, or avalakki. It gets its name from …
Dosae
This is a recipe for a typical Dosae, a fermented rice and lentil crepe from south India. This recipe includes instructions to make the batter and the dosae themselves. This is a dish that generates …
Idli
Idli is a fluffy steamed cake made with fermented lentils and rice. It is a vehicle for side dishes such as coconut chutney, sambar, and potato neer palya. Although it is popular in the southern …
Gatte ki Sabzi
Gatte ki Sabzi is an iconic Rajasthani dish. It is a yogurt based gravy with dumplings made out of besan (chickepea flour) and a few spices. It is one of those dishes that is relatively …
Vegetable Pulao
This pulao is loaded with vegetables and a favorite comfort food in our kitchen. It is made with green beans, peas, carrots, and potatoes. Serve a side of raita, alongside a hearty main dish like …
Kayee Sasve Chitranna
This traditional Kannadiga rice dish features a freshly prepared spice mix of coconut, black mustard seeds, and dried red chilies. It is a special item often included in festive menus in Karnataka. I find it …
Menthya Hittu
Menthya hittu is eaten with hot rice and little bit of oil and salt. Make a quick raita to eat it with and you have a light and easy supper.