Ponnanganni Keerai Kootu Recipe/Ponnankanni Keerai Kootu/Dwarf Copper Leaf Kootu/How to make Ponnanganni Keerai Kootu wtih step by step photos

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/stirfry 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 Kootu, do try it for sure and post your comments. Meanwhile do check out other Keerai Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Ponnanganni Keerai Kootu with step by step photos…

Squid Fry/Kanava Meen Varuval/Kerala Squid Fry/Kanava Fry/Calamari Fry/Koonthal Varuval

Squid is cooked and eaten in many cuisines all over the world. The common culinary name for squid is Calamari and is often used for squid dishes. The direct source of the English name calamari is disputed, with Spanish calamari, Italian calamaro and Modern Greek Kalamari being cited. Ultimately, all of these terms derive from the Late Latin calamarium, “pen case” or “ink pot”, itself from the Latin calamarius. “pertaining to a writing-reed”, after the resemblance in shape and the inky fluid that the squid secrete[Souce:Wikipedia]. Now that we saw how interesting the squid is known throughout the world, the squid fry is equally interesting like the name itself. Do try out this interesting, authentic and tempting Squid Fry and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Mutton Recipes, Fish Recipes and Chicken Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Squid Fry with step by step photos…

Egg Bites/Easy & Healthy Egg Bites/Easy Breakfast Recipe-Egg Bites/Egg Paniyaram

Eggs are one healthy and perfect choice for a low card and protein rich breakfast. These Egg Bites are very easy to make and are filling too. This can also be served as evening snacks or as appetizers as well. You can serve this Egg bites alone one or two bread slices and a cup of healthy fresh fruit juice for breakfast. Do try out this healthy Egg Bites and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Breakfastrecipes here.

Here’s how to make Egg Bites with step by step photos…

Kirni Pazham Juice Recipe/Musk Melon Juice Recipe/Cantaloupe Juice –Summer Special Juice

With summer fast approaching, the market is starting to overwhelm with Watermelons and Musk Melons. Melons are excellent thirst quenchers and one best way to beat the heat. Musk Melons/Kirni Pazham is rich in potassium and helps in regulating the blood pressure. They are super rich in vitamin A , vitamin C and other nutrients. Musk melon is low in calories, low in saturated fat and low in cholesterol and is extremely healthy n tasty. Thank you all for visiting my space, please come back again for more exotic and healthy recipes from my kitchen. Meanwhile check out other interesting, Smoothies, Milkshakes, Juices, lassies and Ice creams Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Kirni Pazham Juice with step by step photos…

Beetroot Pulav/Beetroot Rice/How to make Beetroot Pulav – Easy Lunch Box Recipe

Beetroot Pulav/Beetroot Rice is a very flavorful, colorful, healthy and a tasty lunch box recipe that the kids will instantly fall in love with. This is one of the best ways to make the kids eat the vegetables. Some people avoid beetroots because of its sweet taste, but this Beetroot pulav, is a perfect blend of spice and very mild sweet taste that lingers in your taste buds. Beetroots are great source of vitamins and minerals and rich in antioxidants. Try out this healthy and super delicious Beetroot Pulav and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting VegRice Varieties and Non Veg Biryani’s here.

Here’s how to make Beetroot Pulav with step by step photos…

Papaya Milkshake Recipe/Papaya Milkshake/Papaya Recipes/Summer Drink Recipes/பப்பாளி பழம் மில்க் ஷேக்

The Papaya/பப்பாளி பழம் is a tropical fruit, rich in nutrients and loaded with antioxidants. Papaya is orange colored juicy fruit, which is not only fragrant but also extremely delicious and tasty, so Christopher Columbus reportedly called it “Fruit of Angels”. Papaya has numerous health benefits which includes better digestion, stronger immunity, regulated menstruation, relief from toothache, weight loss, skin care, better heart health etc. Researchers have discovered that papayas are effective against breast, pancreatic and other cancers. The latex obtained from papayas is used to treat the areas of the skin affected by acne. This fruit is not just healthy but tasty and versatile. We can make several recipes with raw papaya and ripe fruit can be had in different ways which I will be sharing in my upcoming posts. As Papaya is tropical fruit it grows abundantly in Chennai. We have couple of papaya trees in our backyard which does not need any special care and it started to bear some fruits, so here I am sharing a very delightful, exotic and healthy Papaya Milkshake. Meanwhile check out other interesting, Smoothies, Milkshakes, Juices, lassies and Ice creams Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Papaya Milkshake with step by step photos…

Sago Kichadi/Sabudana Kichadi/Javvarisi Kichadi

Sago/Sabudana/Javvarisi Kichadi is a very simple, delectable and easy kichadi. This elegant and tasty Sago Kichadi is usually made during fasting/vrat days like Mahashivrathri, Janmashtami , Ekadasi, Navratri etc . It is also a very popular and common breakfast recipe in Northern India. Sabudana/sago pearls are very light on stomach and easy to digest. Do try out this simple and fabulous Sago kichadi and post your comments here.

Here’s how to make Sago Kichadi with step by step photos…

Idli Upma – Recipes with Leftover Idlis/Easy & Quick Idli Upma in less than 10 minutes, Easy Lunch box Recipe.

Idli upma – is one quick fix and easy breakfast/dinner recipe that can be made in no time. It is my daughter’s favorite and I sometimes pack it for lunch. Usually, I don’t add onions to this upma, but if you prefer to add onions you can add it when you are tempering. Do try out this easy  and delicious idli upma and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out Kambu Idli, Idli – South Indian Delight, Idli Fry, Kanchipuram idli, Oats idli , Stuffed Potato Idli in the links. Also check out other interesting breakfast and chutney/thogaiyal varieties here. 

Here’s how to make Idli Upma with step by step photos…

Poondu Vendhaya Kanji/Garlic Fenugreek Porridge/Pasiparuppu Poondu Vendhaya Kanji/ பூண்டு வெந்தயக் கஞ்சி/ பாசி பருப்பு பூண்டு வெந்தயக் கஞ்சி – Breakfast Porridge/Kanji

Today, I am going to share a very simple, elegant, totally irresistible and easy to digest kanji/porridge that can be made in no time and served for breakfast. Poondu vendhaya kani/Vendhaya Kanji/Poondu Kanji is made with rice, moong dal, garlic cloves, fenugreek seeds and grated coconut. This kanji has lot of health benefits -  eases ulcer, reduces blood pressure, helps in digestive problems, mouth ulcer etc. Do try out this பாசி பருப்பு பூண்டு வெந்தயக் கஞ்சி and have a great day. Meanwhile check out other interesting kanji recipes as well.

Here’s how to make Poondu Vendhaya Kanji with step by step photos…

Beetroot, Carrot and Coconut Milk Smoothie – Powerful & Healthy Breakfast Smoothie

Today, I am going to share a very healthy and filling breakfast smoothie that will keep you going the whole morning. Do try out this healthy and power packed Smoothie for breakfast and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Juice Recipes here and Smoothies & Milkshakes here

Here’s how to make Beet,Carrot & Coconut Milk smoothie with photos…

ABC Juice/Apple Carrot Beetroot Juice/How to Make ABC Juice – A Miracle Drink

Apple, carrot and beetroot juice is also called as miracle drink because of innumerable benefits for our body, brain, skin etc. Fruits and vegetable juices are one of the best ways to get vitamins and minerals in our diet. This juice is a perfect detox drink that is very refreshing and keeps us energetic throughout the day. In human body toxin removal happens in four different ways, liver will remove fat soluble toxins, kidney will remove water soluble toxins, intestine will remove undigested toxins and skin will remove metabolic toxins.  ABC is  such a miracle drink that helps in flushing out all these toxins through these organs. Try out this miracle drink and have a wonderful and a healthy life. Meanwhile do checkout other interesting Juice Recipes here.

Here’s how to make ABC juice with photos…

Carrot Rice/Simple Carrot Rice – Easy Lunch Box Recipe/Carrot Sadham

One tedious job is to pack lunch for kids, of which the best challenge is to make them an attractive meal both healthy and colorful. Another big challenge which all the moms face is to make them finish their lunch. Here’s one such recipe which is both colorful, nutritious and the best part is that you can make it in less than 15 minutes. This carrot rice is very simple and can be made with either freshly cooked rice or with left over rice as well. Do try out this healthy Carrot Rice recipe and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Vegetarian Rice Varieties, NonVegetarian Rice varieties here.

Here’s how to make Carrot Rice with step by step photos…

Simple Lunch Menu -11/Quick, Flavourful & Easy Lunch Menu Idea/Simple Vegetarian Lunch Menu

Hello Friends,

Today, I am going to share a very simple and quick lunch menu. You can check other interesting South Indian Lunch Menu Ideas here.

Here’s the Simple Vegetarian Lunch Menu…

Ghee Rice/Easy Ghee Rice Recipe/South Indian Style Ghee Rice/Nei Sadham

Are you looking for an aromatic, flavorful, onepot meal, then you have landed in the right place, yes it’s Ghee Rice. Ghee rice can be made in just 15 -20 minutes and serve it dal/paruppu thakkali, peas masala, kurma , chicken curry/non veg gravies, egg masala or any other spicy gravy of your choice. Do try out this delectable, heavenly ghee rice and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Rice varieties, Biryani recipes etc and have a great day.

Here’s how to make Ghee Rice with step by step photos….

Moong Dal Gravy/Split Green Gram Gravy/Paasi Paruppu Kuzhambu [No Onion No Garlic Gravy]/பாசி பருப்பு குழம்பு

Today, I am going to share a very simple, delectable and quick – Moong Dal Gravy. If you are looking for a recipe without onions and garlic then you have landed in the right place. This is thick, rich and creamy gravy that is perfect for vegetarian lunch and on vrat/fasting days. You can serve this Moong Dal Gravy with hot cup of white rice or with rotis/chapatti or idli/dosa. Meanwhile do check out other interesting South Indian Gravies/Dals/Sambars/Rasams here. Do try out this quick Moong dal gravy and post your comments here. Also check out other easy moong dal sambar here.

Here’s how to make Moon Dal Gravy with step by step photos...

Buttered Sweet Corn/Cup Corn Recipe/Sweet Corn Flavoured with Butter & Mixed Herbs/Quick & Easy Snack Recipe

Buttered Sweet Corn is a very easy, tasty and quick snack that can be made in a jiffy. I usually have a packet of Corn Kernels in my freezer and use it to make cup corn and serve as evening snack for my kids. I have used butter to make this corn, if you are diet conscious you can very well replace it with 3 tsp of oil. This Buttered Corn recipe is super duper easy and nobody can surely go wrong in it. Do try out this Buttered Corn recipe and post your comments here.

Here’s how to make Buttered Sweet Corn with step by step photos…

Cabbage & Bell Pepper Soup/Diet Soup

Hello Friends,

Today, I am going to share a very healthy and filling soup – Cabbage & Bell Pepper Soup.  Are you thinking of going on a diet, than this soup is the right choice. This Cabbage Soup definitely satisfies your taste buds and can be had without any guilt. Meanwhile do check out other healthy and interesting Soups and Salad varieties here.

Here’s how to make Cabbage & Bell pepper Soup with step by step photos…

Potato 65 Recipe/Aloo 65/Urulai Kizhangu 65/உருளைக்கிழங்கு 65-Easy 65 Recipes

Today, I am going to share a very simple, easy and spicy Potato 65/Aloo 65/Urulai kizhangu 65. You can check out other version of Potato 65 which I have posted earlier. Do check out other interesting Chicken 65, Hyderabadi 65, Prawn 65, Cauliflower/Gobi 65, Mushroom65, Paneer 65, Soy Chunks/MealMaker 65 and have a great day.

Here’s how to make Potato 65 with step by step photos…

Horsegram Salad Recipe/Kollu Salad Recipe/கொள்ளு கலவை/Diabetic Friendly Recipe/Weight Loss Recipe/Diet Friendly Recipe

Today I am going to share a very healthy and diet friendly recipe – Kollu/Horsegram salad. It is important and necessary for all diabetic patients to reduce the amount of carbohydrate intake, especially in the night and this protein packed salad is an excellent solution for the same. There’s an old saying “கொழுத்தவனுக்கு கொள்ளு, இளைத்தவனுக்கு எள்ளு” – which means if your fat eat horse gram and if your thin eat sesame seeds.  Horsegram/kollu is normally used to feed horses, but used in cooking as well. Now coming to the recipes of Kollu/horsegram -  is one type of bean that is used very little in cooking. But in TamilNadu, kollu is used to make Kollu idli podi, Kollu Salad , kollu sundal, Kollu Thuvaiyal, Kollu Rasam etc. Horsegram has numerous health benefits, rich in proteins (20%), high in fibre, low in calories, easy to digest and keeps us full for a long time. It is also prescribed to persons suffering from jaundice or water retention and as part of a weight loss diet. And now coming to the recipe, it is a very easy and quick fix salad can be made in less than 10 minutes. Also check out other interesting and healthy Salad varieties here.

Here’s how to make Horsegram Salad/Kollu salad…

Varagu Arisi Paayasam/Kodo Millet Paayasam/Varagu Paayasam/வரகு அரிசி பாயசம்

Today, I am going to share a very healthy and tempting paayasam that can be made during pooja days for neivedhyam. I have used varagu arisi but you can very well replace it with thinai or saamai to make this paaysam. Without much delay I will move on to the recipe. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Paayasamvarieties and other sweet varieties here. Check out other interesting Millet Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Varagau Arisi Paayasam with step by step photos…