Priya’s Virundhu wishes you all a very Happy New
Year, hope you all had a wonderful vacation. May the New Year bring joy, peace
and happiness to each and every one of you. Now coming to the post, today I am
going to share a lovely, spicy, tasty and healthy Ginger chutney which is a
wonderful accompaniment for any breakfast dishes like idlis, dosas, rotis,
pooris etc. Not only that, it is generally served along with a cup of rice
during lunch. This chutney is very healthy because the ginger helps in settling
down all the digestive problems. Yes friends do try out this spicy and tangy
Inji thuvayal and post your comments here. Meanwhile do not forget to check out
other interesting and tempting Chutney/Thogaiyal varieties here.
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Monday 2 January 2017
Inji Thuvaiyal/Ginger Chutney/Spicy Ginger Thogayal/South Indian Thogayal Recipes/Sides Dish for idlis, dosas etc/Adrak Chutney
Friday 18 November 2016
Cucumber Lassi/Cucumber Lassi Recipe/Salted Cucumber Lassi/Namkeen Kheera Lassi Recipe/Easy Indian Lassi Recipes/How to Make Salted Cucumber Lassi/Summer Special Recipes
We all must have come across this healthy, light
and refreshing Cucumber Lassi in all most all the North Indian restaurant
menus. Lassi is an Indian yogurt drink with thick and creamy texture. Lassi can
be made either sweet or savoury. Today I am going to share a savoury cucumber lassi,
which is perfect body coolant and super refreshing. If you are on diet or on
weight loss regimen then you should consume this cucumber lassi to improve your
metabolism. Try out his lovely Cucumber Lassi and post your comments here.
Meanwhile do check out other lassi’s and beverages here.
Here’s how to make Cucumber Lassi with step by
step photos…
Cucumber & Tomato Salad/Weight loss Recipes/Diet Recipes/Easy and Quick Salad Recipes/Vellarikkai Thakkali Salad
We are always on the lookout of healthy and easy
to make recipes. Here’s one such lovely, healthy and a wonderful salad that can
be made in jiffy. This salad can be served to kids as evening snacks which is
so refreshing and colorful. If you are diet conscious, then this salad is a
must in your menu. Do try it out friends and post your comments. Meanwhile do
check out other interesting Salad and Soup recipes I have posted earlier.
Here’s how to make Cucumber & Tomato Salad
with step by step photos…
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Thursday 17 November 2016
Murungai Keerai Soup/Drumstick Leaves Soup/Murungai Keerai Soup Recipe
Murungai Keerai/Drumstick Leaves soup is a
simple and healthy vegetarian soup that can be made in a jiffy. Drumstick
leaves have wonderful medicinal properties.
They contain all essential amino acids for the healthy functioning of
our body. Regular consumption of drumstick leaves is highly recommended for
anemic people. They are rich sources of antioxidants, proteins, potassium,
vitamin A, C, B3, B2, iron and magnesium. Drumstick leaves helps in managing
blood sugar levels. Regular consumption of drumstick leaves powder/murungaikeerai podi consumed regularly helps in managing blood sugar level. Do try out this healthy and flavourful soup and post your comment here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and healthy murungai keerai recipes here.
Here’s how to make Murungai Keerai Soup with
step by step photos…
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Friday 11 November 2016
Paruppu Keerai Pasiparuppu Kadaiyal/Purslane With Dal/Verdolaga[Mexican Parsely] cooked with Dal
Before going into the recipe I
would to share a little about paruppuKeerai/Purslane/Verdolagas which I
googled and read about in various websites[specialityproduce, Wikipedia,
nutrition and you etc]. Though I have been eating this paruppu keerai since I
was a kid, I was really surprised to read a lot of interesting facts and how it’s
been used all over the world. The greens which I am sharing here is called as
Paruppu Keerai in Tamil, Purslane in English and Verdolagas in Spanish and is
very common in central Mexico. The stem, leaves and the beautiful yellow flowers of paruppu keerai/verdolagas
are all edible and have a slightly salty, slightly tangy and acidic flavor. The
slight tangy taste adds up great taste when we make soups and stir fries, and
its juicy leaves can be used to add texture to salads.
Purslane/Paruppu Keerai is very common around
world, in Mexican cuisine they are commonly paired with pork, tamales, stews
and eggs. In Japan it is commonly pickled and served with rice. In Russia,
Turkey and Lebanon it is used in a variety of salads ranging from tabbouleh to
potato salad. It has long been used in Chinese medicine. In South India, they are
cooked with dals, stir fries, soups etc. Paruppu Keerai/Purslane is rich in
potassium and magnesium. The soft, succulent leaves are rich in Omega -3 fatty
acids which help in lowering blood pressure and regulate cholesterol levels. This
wonderful green leaves are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. It is
an excellent source of Vitamin A , C and some B-complex vitamins like
riboflavin, niacin, pyridoxine and carotenoids as well as dietary minerals such
as iron, magnesium, potassium and manganese. With this, I think it’s time for me
to move on to the recipe. Do try out this Paruppu Keerai/Verdolagas pasiparuppu
kadaiyal and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interestingKeerai recipes and different varieties of Greens/Keerais here.
Here’s how to make Paruppu Keerai Kadaiyal with
step by step photos…
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Saturday 5 November 2016
Saamai Vegetable Biryani/Little Millet Vegetable Biryani/Saamai Vegetable Biryani Recipe
Today, I am going to share a very healthy and filling Saamai Biryani/Little
Millet Biryani. Saamai is called as kutki in hindi, sama in telugu, saame in
kannada and chama in malayalam. Little millet/saamai is smaller in size when
compared to other common millet varieties. It is rich in fibre, helps in
reducing fat and is good for bones and muscles. Saamai has lot of iron and has
high antioxidant activity. It helps in controlling the blood sugar level and
helps in healing diseases related to stomach. I have already blogged about
millets in deatail here. Do not forget to check "all about millets" and other interesting
millet recipes in the links. Meanwhile do try out this healthy and delicious
Saamai Vegetable Biryani and post your comments.
Here’s how to make Saamai Vegetable Biryani with step by step photos...
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Bread Omelette Recipe/Bread Omelette Sandwich /Indian Street Style Egg Omelette Recipe
Bread Omelette is a very easy, quick and filling
breakfast that can made in no time with very little ingredients. To make egg
omelette you will need bread and egg mixture. The egg mixture can be made in
different ways either by adding just the spices or by adding onions, tomatoes,
green chillies etc depending upon the time and availability of ingredients in your
pantry. One Sunday morning I was really tired and hesitant to make breakfast,
that is when my husband came to the rescue and made this Bread Omelette
Sandwich, so I thought I will click some photos and share it with you all. He has
shown you how to make Bread Omelette sanwich, like how the street vendors do
it, it’s a “made to order” sandwich. Do try out this bread omelette recipe and
post your comments. Meanwhile do check out other egg recipes in the link and
enjoy.
Here’s how to make Bread Omelette Sandwich with
step by step photos…
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Friday 29 July 2016
Kuthiravali Arisi Thayir Sadham/Bagalabath with Kuthiravali Arisi/Barnyard Millet Bagalabath/Curd Rice with Barnyard Millet
Hello
Friends,
Today I
am going to share one very simple, healthy and traditional recipe – Kuthiravali
Thayir Sadham. Nobody will surely refuse this comfort food. I have already
posted about the benefits of Kuthiravali arisi and other millets here. So, for
now I am going to move on to the recipe. Do check out other interesting milletrecipes and Vegetarian Rice Varieties here. Do try out this healthy Barnyard
Millet Thayir Sadam and post your comments here.
Here’s
how to make Kuthiravali Thayir with step by step photos…
Tuesday 26 July 2016
Millets/SirudhaniyaVagaigal – All About Millets/Millets Nutritional Values/ Millet Recipes/ Millets Glossary
A
number of different small-grained cereal grasses are collectively described as “Millets”.
Millets/Sirudhaniyamvagaigal
grows well in dry zones as rain fed crops, under marginal conditions of soil fertility
and moisture. Millets are the oldest known food to humans, known as the first
cereal grains for human consumption. Millets are smaller in size and packed
with nutrients. Each millet is four to five times rich in nutrients when
compared to rice and wheat in terms of proteins, minerals and vitamins.
Thursday 21 July 2016
Drumstick Leaf Powder/Murungai Keerai Podi/Murungai Keerai Podi Recipe-How to make Murungai Keerai Podi At home
I
started to post recipes with drumstick leaves/murungaikeerai, and promised to
post more of murungai keerai recipes. As promised, I have come up with murungai
keerai podi/drum stick leaves powder, which is a very healthy recipe and can be
had with white rice or as side dish for idlis and dosas. Murungai keerai has n
number of health benefits which I have shared here also. When drumstick leaves
are consumed along with pure ghee, they stimulate the blood circulation in the
body to induce the re-growth of hair folliciles. Consumption of drumstick
leaves are advised for ladies and girls suffering from calcium deficiency and
insufficient iron in the blood. These leaves improve the defence mechanism in our body
and thus fight against many types of infections. The antimicrobial properties
of drumstick leaves cure throat, chest and many types of skin infections.
Having said all this now let’s move on to see this easy and healthy drumstick
leaves powder/murungai keerai powder. Meanwhile do check out murungai keeraisambar and murungai keerai egg poriyal which I have posted earlier.
Here’s
how to make Murungai Keerai Powder with step by step photos…
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Wednesday 2 March 2016
Vallarai Keerai Thuvaiyal Recipe/Brahmi Leaves Thuvaiyal/Indian Pennywort Thuvaiyal/Vallarai Keerai Recipe with Benefits/Vallarai Keerai Thuvaiyal with step by step photos
Vallarai
is known for its brain boosting abilities and to cure many diseases in Ayurveda
and Siddha treatment since the ancient period. Vallarai is used to revitalize
the brain and nervous system, increase attention and concentration, and combat
aging. The extract from Vallarai is used in treating memory enhancement and
neurodegenerative disorders. Vallarai has amazing medicinal properties which
help in fighting many diseases. It plays a vital role in treatment of Alzheimer’s
disease and brain related problems like insomnia.
Vallarai
has wonderful properties, which helps in curing skin problems like eczema,
leprosy, psoriasis and ulcers. Vallarai helps in relaxing muscles and
alleviates menstrual pain and disorders. It promotes youthful vitality and
longevity and prevents early greying of hair. Hair fall and premature greying
of hair can be controlled by using vallarai oil which is readily available in Ayurveda
shops.
Vallarai
acts as a great cure for joint pain or inflammation, rheumatism, arthritis etc.
Not just the above mentioned benefits, vallarai has many other medicinal values
and properties and the list goes on. The above information is collected from
various websites like Wikipedia, ayurvedictalk.com etc. For people who live
outside India can buy the vallarai tablets from Ayurveda shops when you visit
Chennai and consume it. For now I am going to share Vallarai Thuvaiyal, do try
it out friends and enjoy the benefits of Vallarai. Meanwhile friends, do not forget to check out other chuteny/thuvaiyal varieties here.
Here’s
how to make Vallarai Keerai Thuvaiyal with step by step photos….
Monday 29 February 2016
Varagarisi Upma/Kodo Millet Upma/Varagu Upma/Varagu Arisi Upma Recipe
I have
been thinking about sharing with you all, millet recipes from my kitchen, but I was
not blogging for quite sometime due to various reasons. But today I have
something very special for all of you, it's nothing but Varagu arisi upma.
Varagu arisi is gluten-free and is excellent source of vitamins and minerals.
It is rich in fiber and digestive friendly. Studies have shown varagu arisi
helps in controlling blood sugar and cholesterol. It is packed with nutrients
and is great energy source for all the age groups. I have made a very simple
varagu arisi upma but you can add a twist to it by adding a bowl of vegetable to
make vegetable varagu arisi upma. I will post that recipe also very soon. For
now try out this Varagu Arisi upma and post your comments. Mean while check out other millet recipes here.
Here’s
how to make Varagarisi Upma with step by step photos…
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Monday 22 February 2016
Paruppu Keerai Chapathi/Chapathi with Dal & Greens/Keerai Chapathi Recipe/Paruppu Keerai Chapathi with step by step photos
Today I
am going to share a very interesting chapathi made with dal and greens. The
choice of greens is totally your’s, I have used araikeerai to make this
chapathi. I always come across one problem when packing lunch, my husband and
elder daughter prefer to have rice for lunch and my little one always will
prefer to have chapathis or rotis etc. Whenever I make paruppu keerai masiyal
or any other green varieties my little daughter never has it during lunch, and
I used to feel very bad about it. But then whenever I make paruppu keerai
during weekdays for lunch, I blend the prepared keerai and make chapathis for
her. But for my husband and elder daughter I make rice, mix this dal and
prepare some vegetables and pack the lunch. I think lot of moms must be coming
across this kind of problem when packing lunch for your whole family, but when
you go by my idea you will feel happy and satisfied. One best part of it is
your kid will eat all the chapathis and she/he will get the greens also. Meanwhile
friends, do not forget to check out other interesting and delicious breakfast varieties here.
Monday 13 July 2015
Kollu Podi/Kollu Idli Milagai Podi/Idli Milagai Podo with HorseGram – Side Dish for Idlis/Dosas/Uthappam
Today I
am going to share a very healthy and Idli Milagai Podi made with Kollu/Horse
gram. Horse gram/Kollu is most protein rich lentil high in rion, calcium and
protein. It is low in fat content and actually helps in management of obesity,
because it has the ability to attack fatty tissues. There are several recipes
made with Kollu like kollu kootu, kollu rasam, kollu chutney, kollu
drink/water, kollu thuvaiyal, kollu sambar, kollu sundal etc which I will be
posting in the future posts. For now try out this healthy Kollu/Horse gram Podi
and post your comments. Check out other Podi and Chutney Varieties here.
Here’s
how to make Horse Gram/Kollu Idli Podi with step by step photos…
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Friday 10 July 2015
Ponnanganni Keerai Poriyal Recipe– Simple & Healthy Keerai Poriyal/Ponnanganni Keerai Poriyal with step by step photos/How to make Ponnanganni Keerai
Ponnanganni
Keerai is called as “Dwarf Copperleaf” in English, is a green variety available throughout
the year. The name “Ponnanganni” means glow like gold. It is loaded with iron,
calcium and other vital nutrients that make our hair and skin glow. When
Ponnanganni is taken for a period of 48 days regularly, it heals our body of
all kinds of deficiency and reduces the body heat, as it is an excellent body
coolant. Ponnanganni is specifically recommended for eye ailments, asthma,
gonorrhoea, syphilis. Most of them avoid these types of greens, because they do
not know how to cook them or to use them. A very simple ponnanganni keerai
poriyal/stir fry included twice or thrice a week in our diet is a wonderful
remedy to stay healthy. Ponnanganni oil/thailam is very famous in Tamil Nadu
and is used for treating headaches and also for treating excessive body heat
during the summer months. For now friends I am going to share this Ponnanganni
Keerai poriyal, do try it for sure and post your comments. Meanwhile do check out other Keerai Recipes here.
Here’s
how to make Ponnanganni Keerai Poriyal with step by step photos…
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Wednesday 11 March 2015
Bitter Gourd Fry/Pagarkai Poriyal
Bitter
melon/Bitter gourd/Bitter squash/Pagarkai/Karela is an extremely bitter
vegetable with numerous health benefits. This edible fruit widely grows in
tropical places like Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. Bitter gourd is loaded
with vitamin B complex, folate, zinc, phosphorous and is an excellent source of
fibre. It is rich in iron, contains high levels of beta-carotene, calcium and
potassium. It has insulin like compound known as polypeptide P which has been
suggested as insulin replacement in some diabetic patients (info from various
websites). Though I was not a great fan
of Bitter gourd when I was a kid, things have changed a lot and I like to eat
it once in a while because of its health benefits. But to my surprise my elder
daughter loves bitter gourd in any form – touch wood for the same. This
pagarkai poriyal is delectable and a perfect side dish for any meal of a day.
Here’s
how to make Pagarkai Poriyal with step by step photos…
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Thursday 22 January 2015
Cucumber & Bell pepper Salad
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Thursday 27 November 2014
Chickpea Salad
Hello friends,
Today I am sharing a very healthy, filling, colorful and delicious chickpea salad. Check out oher interesting Salad varieties I have posted earlier in the links.
CarrotSalad [grated]
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Here's how to make Chickpea Salad with step by step photos....
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Friday 31 October 2014
Cauliflower Soup/Curried Cauliflower Soup
Soups
are the best and healthy appetizers compared to the deep fried ones. Soups are
not just appetizers, but also can be had for light dinners and lunch. Have one
big bowl of soup along with bread toasts. Today I am going to share a very flavorful, healthy and a filling cauliflower soup.
Here’s
how to make cauliflower soup with step by step photos…
Friday 28 February 2014
Vendhaya Kuzhambu/Fenugreek Seeds Gravy – Tamil Nadu Special
“Vendhaya
Kuzhambu/Fenugreek Seeds Gravy” is a traditional and authentic kuzhambu
prepared in all most all the homes of Tamil Nadu. I was looking at my recipe
index and then I realized I have not posted some very common and important
kuzhambu varieties of Tamil Nadu. So today I decided to post my mom’s Vendhaya
Kuzhambu. Try this aromatic and flavourful Vendhaya Kuzhambu and have a great
day.
Here’s
how to make Vendhaya Kuzhambu with step by step photos….
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