Kondakadalai Kurma/White Channa Kurma Recipe/White Chickpea Kurma - How to make Kondakadalai Kurma

Kondakadalai Kurma/White Channa Kurma is kurma variety made with Kondakadalai and coconut paste as main ingredients along with other spices. It is one healthy and great alternative when you run out of vegetables in your refrigerator. This kurma can be made with black kondakadalai or white kondakadalai. This kurma is a delectable and protein rich kurma that can be served with white rice or with idlis, dosas, chapattis/rotis etc. Do try out this Kondakadalai kurma and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Vegetarian Gravies/Dhals/Kootu varieties here and KurmaVarieties here.

Here’s how to make Kondakadalai Kurma with step by step photos…

Vendakkai Puli Kuzhambu/Vendakkai Kuzhambu/Vendakkai Puli Kuzhambu with Coconut/LadiesFinger Tamarind Gravy/Okra Puli Kuzhambu

Vendakkai Puli Kuzhambu is very popular spicy and tangy gravy served for lunch along with steam cooked white rice in South India. This puli kuzhambu is my favourite because it is made fresh ground masala paste, but if you are in a rush and running out of time, you can very well replace it with red chilli powder and coriander powder. Usually this vendakkai puli kuzhambu is done with shallots/sambar vengayam, but with sky rocketing prices of onions, I have used the regular onions to make the gravy. Do try out this tangy and delicious Vendakkai Puli Kuzhambu and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and tasty South Indian Kuzhambu/Gravy varieties here.

Here’s how to make Vendakkai Puli Kuzhambu with step by step photos…

Soya Chunks Kurma/Meal Maker Kurma – How to make Meal Maker Kurma

Soya Chunks Kurma is another interesting, creamy and rich kurma. This irresistible kurma is in the series of Soya Chunks recipe which I have been posting for quite some time. When you run out of vegetables, but still want to make something healthy, tasty and rich, then you have landed in the right recipe. Do try out this Soya Chunks Kurma and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and delectable Kurma varieties and Veg Gravies here. Also do check out other Soya Chunks recipes like SoyaChunks 65, Soya Chunks Kola Urundai/Balls, Soya Chunks Stir Fry, Soya ChunksVegetable Curry, Soya Chunks Biryani. For now, let’s move on to the recipe.

Here’s how to make Soya Chunks Kurma with step by step photos…

Mushroom Kurma Recipe/Kalaan Kurma Recipe/How to make Mushroom Kurma with step by step photos

Mushroom kurma another easy, rich and creamy kurma , one pot kurma that can be made easily. Mushrooms are very healthy and including it in our diet is important because they contain more than 80% of water and is rich in vitamins and minerals. I have posted earlier some interesting and delightful ways to include mushroom in our diet like MushroomBiryani, Mushroom Soup, Mushroom Do Piaza, Mushroom Pepper Fry, Mushroom 65. Do try out this mushroom kurma and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other vegetarian gravies here.

Other Kurma Varieties that might be of interest…

Pakoda Kurma /Pakora kurma

White Vegetable Kurma – Restaurant Style

Tomato Kurma/Thakkali Kurma

Mixed Vegetable Kurma

Simple Egg Kurma/Udaithu Utriya Muttai Kurma/EggDrop Kurma

Simple & Easy Chicken Kurma

Here's how to make Mushroom Kurma with step by step photos...

Kadalai Paruppu Chutney/BengalGram Dal Chutney/Channa Dal Chutney [No Onion/No Tomato]

Today, I am sharing a simple, divine and tasty chutney made with very few basic ingredients available at home. With onion price sky rocketing in India[Chennai], I thought of coming up with a side dish for idlis and dosas that taste yummy, without onions and tomatoes. Do try out this simple and delectable kadalai paruppu chutney and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and easy Chutney/Thogaiyal/Podi varieties here.

Here’s how to make Kadalai Paruppu chutney with step by step photos…

Chettinad Kara Chutney/Kara Chutney Recipe/ChettinadOnion &Tomato Kara Chutney/Spicy Red Chutney Recipe

Chetiinad Kara Chutney is a lip-smacking chutney that is instantly loved by anyone and everyone. Kara means spicy, as the name implies it is a spicy and tangy chutney that goes very well with idlis, dosas, uthappam, kuzhipaniyarams, chapatti, rotis etc. Do try out this easy and quick Chettinad Kara Chutney and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and tempting Chutney and thogaiyal varieties here.

Here’s how to make Chettinad Kara Chutney with step by step photos…

Dhaniya Chutney/Dhaniya Kaara Chutney/Malli Kara Chuteny/Kothamalli Vidhai Chutney/Coriander Seeds Chutney.

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Today, I am going to share a very interesting and a perfect accompaniment for idlis and dosas, it is none other than coriander seeds chutney. I have not added coconut, you can also sauté and add grated coconut before grinding. This chutney has excellent flavor and everybody will fall in love with it instantly. Corander seeds are extremely good for health, they have good detox properties, rich in iron and extremely great for digestion. Anyway friends, do try out this delicious and healthy coriander seeds chutney and post your comments here. Meanwhile do checkout other interesting Chutney and Thogaiyal varieties here.

Here’s how to make coriander Seeds Chutney with step by step photos…

Thakali Kothamalli Chutney/Tomato Cilantro Chutney/Tomato Coriander Leaves Chutney

We all look to make different kinds for chutney’s as sidedish for idli or dosa. We want to make it healthy, tasty and flavourful, if you are on the lookout for making one such recipe then here it is  - Thakkali Kothamalli Chutney/Cilanto tomato chutney. It is a perfect accompaniment for idlis, dosas, vada, pakoda, uttapam etc and goes well with steam cooked rice as well. You can serve it along with chapthi, rotis or parathas or can be applied on bread to make sandwiches. Cilantro/Kothamalli is loaded with vitamins, minerals and fiber, including it in everyday diet is very good for our health. Do try out this healthy and flavourful chutney and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and tempting chutney’s here.

Here’s how to make Thakali Kothamalli Chutney with step by step photos…

Tomato Mint Chutney/Thakkali Pudina Chutney- How to make Pudhina/mint chutney with Tomatoes/Pudina Thakkali Chutney

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Today, I am going to share a very simple, healthy and perfect side dish for idlis, dosas and chapathis – Tomato Mint Chutney. This chutney can be used as spread for sandwiches or for rolls. Do try out this delectable chutney and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting 42 different types ofSpecial Chutney and Thogaiyal varieties from my kitchen.

Here’s how to make Tomato Mint Chutney with step by step photos…

Green Peas Masala/Pattani Masala/Dried Green Peas Curry/Dried Green Peas Masala Recipe - version 2

Dried Green Peas Masala is a super delicious side dish for rotis, chaptis, or it can be served with white rice also. This green peas masala is loaded with proteins, vitamins and minerals. It can be served as after school snack for kids. Do try out his healthy and tasty Green Peas Masala/curry and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Side Dish for Rotis in this link. Also check out Green Peas Masala Restaurant Style/Matar Masala which I have posted earlier.

Here’s how to make Dried Green Peas Masala with step by step photos…

Mutton Chops Recipe/Green Mutton Chops Recipe/How to make Green Mutton Chops/Spicy Green Mutton Chops with step by step photos and video

We can make Mutton Chops in different ways, it can be made either dry or semi gravy. This version of mutton chops is semi gravy one, loaded with cilantro/coriander leaves and mint leaves. The perfect blend of ground greens infused in mutton chops, cooked with black pepper and ghee makes this, an irresistible gravy. Do try out this scrumptious and tempting Green mutton chops and post your comments here. Also check out other interesting and mouthwatering Chicken Varuvals/Fry/Biryanis/Gravies etc here, Mutton/goat Meat Recipes,Fish & Egg Recipes

Here’s how to make Green Mutton Chops with step by step photos…

Peas Masala/Green Peas Masala – Restaurant Style/Matar Masala Recipe – Side dish for Rotis/Naans/Chaptis/Pulavs

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Today, I am going to share a very popular, delectable, rich and creamy Green Peas Masala. The gravy is basically made with tomato and cashew nut paste which gives a creamy texture and just melts in your mouth. Green Peas are rich in health promoting phyto-nutrients, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants. They are relatively low in calories, an excellent source of folic acid and loaded with vitamin C, B complex, A and K. Green peas are good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. Now let’s move on to the recipe, do try out this Green Peas Masala and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Side dish for Roti/Naan/Chapatis here as well.

Here’s how to make Green Peas Masala with step by step photos…

Ellu Thuvaiyal/Black Sesame Seeds Thuvaiyal /Til Thuvaiyal– Thirunelveli special Ellu Thuvaiyal/கருப்பு எள்ளு துவையல்

Today I am going to share a very authentic recipe from Thirunelveli District – Ellu Thuvaiyal. Usually this ellu thuvaiyal is paired with Ullundhu Sadam which I will be posting soon. Ullundhu Sadham, Ellu Thuvaiyal and Aviyal make one complete meal. This Ellu Thogaiyal can be either made with while sesame seeds or black sesame seeds. This thuvaiyal is a very tasty, healthy and crunchy. Do try out this thuvaiyal and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Chutney and thuvaiyal varieties here.

Here’s how to make Ellu Thuvaiyal with step by step photos…

Onion Coconut Chutney

Today, I am going to share very simple and quick Onion Coconut Chutney, a perfect side dish for idlis and dosas. Try out this delicious chutney and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and mouth watering Chutney and Thogaiyal Varieties here.

Here’s how to make Onion Coconut Chutney with step by step photos….

Vadai Curry/Vada Curry/Side Dish for Idlis and Dosas/Vada Curry Recipe

Today I am going to share a very traditional and famous South Indian delight – Vadai Curry, which is served as side dish for idlis and dosas. Vadai Curry is a flavourful and tasty gravy, the vadais are prepared separately and then dunked into the freshly prepared gravy and cooked together for a while. All the flavors and spices get infused into the crumbled vadai and it taste heavenly. I have fried the vadais, if you want to make it healthier then you can very well steam cook the vadai and then make the vadai curry. Do try out this delicious vadai curry and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Chutney and Thogaiyal varieties here.

Here’s how to make Vadai Curry with step by step photos…

Inji Thuvaiyal/Ginger Chutney/Spicy Ginger Thogayal/South Indian Thogayal Recipes/Sides Dish for idlis, dosas etc/Adrak Chutney

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.

Here’s how to make Inji Thuvaiyal with step by step photos…

Mixed Vegetable Paneer Curry/Paneer and Mixed Vegetable Curry

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I am back today with a very healthy and lovely vegetable paneer curry. I know it is really hard to get the kids to eat vegetables. But, when there is paneer involved in it, then it is easier for us to give the kids a healthy, filling and nutritious curry. This is a wonderful side dish for rotis, naan, chapathis, pulav, ghee rice etc. The best of it is, it can be made in a jiffy and does not involve grinding. Any way friends , do try out this recipe and post your comments.

Here’s how to make Vegetable Paneer Curry with step by step photos…

Thoothuvalai Keerai Chutney/Thoothuvalai Keerai Chutney Recipe/Thoothuvalai Keerai Recipe with step by step photos

Thoothuvalai Keerai [Solanum Trilobatum] is an excellent herb with numerous and amazing health benefits. It is used in treating common cold, cough and to get rid of phlegm in our chest. Thoothuvalai is basically a thorny creeper with purple flowers and red fruits and grows really very fast. Thoothuvalai creeper has lots of thorns in the leaves, so when your plucking it, you should be very careful. My best advice is to use scissors when cleaning the leaves. Many recipes like thoothuvalai kashayam, thoothuvalai rasam etc are made in many households. Thoothuvalai is available in vegetable markets or from street vendors, but I pluck it from my mom’s garden whenever I get a chance. For now, I am sharing Thoothuvalai Keerai Chutney which is an excellent side dish for idlis and dosas. I know Thoothuvalai is not available in most of the places, but if you come across or get a chance, then do try to make some chutney and reap the benefits of the same. Meanwhile, do check out other interesting and tempting chutney varieties here.

Here’s how to make Thoothuvalai Keerai Chutney with step by step photos…

Mutton Gravy with Drumsticks and Potato/Kari Murungaikai Kuzhambu Recipe/Sunday Special Mutton Kuzhambu/South Indian Style Mutton Kuzhambu

Today, I am going to share a basic and a common Kari Murungaikai kuzhambu made in all most all the homes in Tamil Nadu. Though it is a very basic recipe, I had lot of request from my readers for this recipe. This is fool proof recipe which nobody can go wrong. According to me cooking is an art, adding right ingredients at the right time and cooking the food with loads and loads of love, makes it the best dish in the whole wide world. Any way friends do check out the Kari Murungaikai Kuzhambu, try it and post your comments here. Also check out other interesting and mouthwatering Chicken Varuvals/Fry/Biryanis/Gravies etc here, Mutton/goat Meat Recipes,Fish & Egg Recipes.

Here’s how to make Kari Murungaikai Kuzhambu with step by step photos…

Manathakkali Keerai Thuvaiyal Recipe/Black Night Shade Keerai Thuvaiyal Recipe/Healthy Manathakkali Keerai Thuvaiyal with step by step photos

Today I am going to share with you all a very healthy and a different thuvaiyal recipe which not many people are aware of. I have already shared the benefits of manathakkali keerai earlier. Do check it out in Manathakkali Keerai Thanni recipe, Manathakkali Keerai Kootu  which I have posted earlier. This keerai has numerous health benefits and cures ulcer and acidity problems. For today, I made Thuvaiyal with this keerai, you can add it to plain white rice and have it with pappad or you can also serve it as side dish for idlis, dosas or chapathis. Another lovely way to make your kids eat this thuvaiyal is, spread it on bread slices, arrange more vegetables and serve them healthy and tasty sandwiches. Meanwhile do not forget to check out other keerai/greens recipes here. & Keerai Varieties with recipes here

Here’s how to make Manathakkali Keerai Thuvaiyal recipe with step by step photos…