Mango Lassi Recipe/Maambazham Lassi Recipe/Sweet Mango Lassi/How to make Mango Lassi

As the name says it all, without any further delay I am moving on to this refreshing, cooling and addictive Mango Lassi. Try out this Mango Lassi and enjoy. Meanwhile do not forget to check out other Mango Recipes here. Meanwhile also chcek out other interesting and tempting Lassi/Juice/Bevereages/Milkshakes/Smoothies here.

Here’s how to make Mango Lassi with step by step photos…

Instant Poondu Milagai Podi/Instant Garlic Milagai Podi – No Grinding [Side Dish for Idlis, Dosas & Uthappams]

Do not have time to prepare side dish for idlis and dosas ? Do you want to make it within minutes? Then you are at the right place, here’s an easy and quick Poondu Milagai Podi that can be made in minutes. This is my MOM’s special, we all just love it. The best part is, it involves no grinding and can be made with just 3 ingredients. I will strongly suggest this for bachelors because it is one of the easiest but tastiest milagai podi. And one more thing, you can prepare this and keep it for a week also at room temperature, it will not get spoilt. Do try out this easy and quick Poondu Milagai Podi, you will instantly fall in love with it. Do not forget to check out other chutney and podi varieties here.

Here’s how to make Instant Poondu Milagai Podi with step by step photos…

Mango Juice/Maampazham Juice

Earlier I posted mango ice cream this week, here is another one in the mango recipe series.  I have few more mango recipes that I made with home grown mangoes. I will be posting them in the coming weeks. For now, are you ready to try home-made luscious mango juice? I can already see the hands rising up. I personally never ever drink any soft drink, but I love maaza/slize /frooti. But when you can make mango juice in just 10 minutes with just 2 ingredients, then why do you have buy the juice packs from the shop? Try out this exotic, incredibly tempting and addictive mango juice. Do not forget to check out other MANGO RECIPES here.

Here’s how to make Mango juice with step by step photos…

Simple Rasam/Rasam without Rasam powder/Rasam with Freshly Ground Rasam MasalaSimple Rasam Recipe

This simple rasam is my mom’s recipe and my all-time favourite. My mom never makes rasam powder, she always prepares the fresh rasam masala and it has unique taste, aroma and flavour. Do try this simple rasam, you will surely not forget the taste of it and will want to have more of it. Do not forget to check out other rasam varieties I have posted earlier.

Here’s how to make simple rasam with step by step photos…

Strawberry Lassi Recipe/Strawberry Lassi/How to make Strawberry Lassi easily at home

Who can say no to this gorgeous, luscious and delicious strawberry lassi ? Try out this colourful and cooling strawberry lassi for this hot summer and enjoy. Check out other cooling lassi's, smoothies and milkshakes here.

Here’s how to make Strawberry Lassi…

Dates & Almonds Milkshake Recipe - Super Healthy Milkshake for kids

Today I am going to share a very simple, yet healthy and nutritious milkshake made with just three ingredients dates, almonds and milk. Dates are loaded with iron and potassium. They are excellent source of dietary fiber and numerous health benefits packed in them. Almonds are a great source of many nutrients which help in development and health of human brain. Almonds help in regulating cholesterol and improve the strength and durability of bones and teeth. Almonds are good for our heart as they have unsaturated fats, proteins and potassium, the vitamin E present in it reduces the risk of heart disease. Daily intake of 2 or 3 almonds strengthen our immune system and improve skin health and complexion. Milk as we all know provides calcium, phosphorous, magnesium and protein which are all essential for healthy bone growth and development. Try out this healthy milk shake and have a great day. Meanwhile do check out other interesting, tempting, refreshing and lip smacking Smoothies/Ice-creams/Milkshakes/Juices here.

Here’s how to make Dates & Almonds Milkshake...                                                                                             

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Nutella Mug Cake in Microwave/Nutella Mug Cake Recipe

Now that kids are at home due to summer holidays, it is really a big challenge to keep them preoccupied with loads of activities. Also after all the activities they get really hungry and crave for snacks. Though we feed them with fruits, juice etc, once in a while a little treat like a mug cake always puts a smile on their face. So I am going to share with you all a quick and easy Nutella Mug Cake which can be made in less than 5 minutes.

Here’s how to make Nutella Mug Cake…

Vengaya Vadagam Chutney Recipe/Vengaya Vadam Chutney/Thalippu Vadagam Chutney/Thallippu Vengaya Vadagam Chutney

Now that summer is at its peak, everybody is busy preparing vadams, vadagams etc. My mom usually makes Vegaya Vadagam/Thalippu Vadagam at this time of the year and it comes in handy throughout the year. You can as well buy this thallipu vadagam in supermarkets or pappdam/appalam/vathal shops. The thalippu vadagam is bundled with flavour and aroma, which kick starts our senses the moment you smell it.  It is used especially for tempering kaara kuzhambu, vatha kuzhambu, fish/meen kuzhambu etc, which adds extraordinary flavour, taste and aroma. Today I am going to share very simple and quick vadagam chutney which can be made in just 10 minutes. Do try out this flavourful and tasty chutney and have a great day. Do not forget to check out other chutney varieties here.

Here’s how to make Vengaya Vadagam Chutney with step by step photos.

Goat Brain Fry Recipe(Masala)/Aatu Moolai Varuval/Lamb Brain Fry [South Indian Style Brain Fry]/How to make Goat Brain with step by step photos

Goat brain fry/Aatu Moolai varuval is a very simple, quick and delectable dish that can be made in minutes. This recipe is my mom’s special, that I have always enjoyed since my childhood. Goat brain is very soft and delicate, has a buttery taste. When it is marinated and cooked with fresh ground spices they taste heavenly and just melts in your mouth. Make sure you try this rich, creamy, spicy Goat Brain Fry and post your feed backs. 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 Goat Brain Fry with step by step photos…

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…

Thengai Burfi/Coconut Burfi/Nariyal Burfi – Diwali Special

Hello friends,

Belated Diwali Wishes from Priyas Virundhu to you and your family members. For this Diwali I chose to make a traditional, easy and quick sweet – Thengai Burfi. The best part, I love about coconut burfi is it can be made with less number of ingredients in minimal time. Coconut Burfi is a perfect sweet for any festive occasion, so try out this delectable coconut burfi and have a great day.

Here’s Thengai/Coconut Burfi with step by step photos…

Prawn Pepper Fry

Though nowadays I am not able to post recipes regularly, I thank each and every one of you for your continuous support and encouragement. Today I am going to share one of my favourite sea food recipes -  a simple, quick and delectable Prawn Pepper Fry. Do try it out friends, you will surely love it. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Prawn Recipe here and other Non-VegetarianBiryanis/Pulavs/Gravies/Varuvals/Appetizers here.

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

Lemon Dal [Thoor Dal with Lemon] Recipe/Nimmakaya Pappu Recipe/How to make Lemon Dal with step by step photos

Lemon Dal/Nimmakaya pappu is a very special, simple to make delicious and comforting dal. It is a very popular and a common dish prepared in AndhraPradesh –South India. This simple yet delectable lemon dal is tangy and perfectly balanced with the addition of green chillies and red chillies.

Here’s how to make Lemon Dal with step by step photos…

Carrot Kosumalli/Carrot & Moong Dal Salad

Today I am going to share with you all a very simple, healthy and colourful salad/kosumalli. Kosumalli is a salad made with raw vegetables and soaked moong dal. Kosumalli is a very popular and traditional salad prepared on special festival days, weddings and meals in South India.

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

Vendakkai Pachadi/Okra Pachadi/Ladys Finger Pachadi

Pachadi is yet another common side dish prepared in South India. Now that summer is to start, serving different types of pachadi is the right way to beat the heat. I am just crazy about vendakkais/okra, I love them to the core. When the okra is cooked and mixed with yogurt, they just taste divine. Do try it friends, you will love it. Check out other different types of raitas/pachadis here.

Here’s how to make Vendakkai/Okra Pachadi with step by step photos…

Hummus Recipe – Middle Eastern Delight/How to make Hummus Recipe with step by step photos

Hummus is a Middle Eastern delight made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and salt. It is a very common and popular dip or spread in the Middle Eastern cuisine. Hummus is found in most of the grocery shops in the refrigerated section. Without any doubt Hummus is the tastiest and the healthiest dip, which can be served with pita bread, rotis, chapathis or even spread it on bread to make a wonderful sandwich. Tahini paste plays a vital role in the making of Hummus. Do check out how to make Tahini paste here.

Here’s how to make Hummus with step by step photos…

Mullangi Chutney/Radish Chutney/Mooli Chutney

Radish is an edible root vegetable, with numerous health benefits. Radish is a very common vegetable consumed around the world because it grows really fast. It is available in different size and shapes in white and red colours depending on the climatic conditions in which it grows. It has very less calories, high water content, rich in vitamin C and fiber. They are also rich in wide range of essential vitamins and minerals like potassium, folate, manganese, copper, magnesium, calcium, vitamin B6 etc.  Radishes can be either cooked or can be had raw in salads. I usually make radish sambar, poriyal or parathas. Check out other delectable chutneys here.

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

Pudina Thogaiyal/Mint Thogaiyal [Without Coconut]

Pudina thogaiyal is a very flavorful thogaiyal that can be made in minutes. It requires very less ingredients. I usually don’t add coconut to make this thogaiyal, but adding little makes it tastier. Do check out the mint chutney which I have posted earlier.  Check out other delectable chutneys here.

Here’s how to make Pudina Thogaiyal with step by step photos…

Carrot Pachadi/Carrot Raita [Kerala Style]

Carrot Pachadi/Carrot Raita is a very traditional and authentic dish prepared during Onam Sadya in the State of Kerala-India. I have special attraction and love towards this pachadi, to start with, it is super-duper easy, very healthy packed with vitamins and minerals, beautiful colour and a perfect cooler for the hot summer days. My kids love carrots to the core, they will eat it in any form cooked or uncooked. This raita is one of their favourite carrot dishes as well. So try it friends you will surely love it. Check out beetroot raita and cucumber raita as well.

Here’s how to make Carrot Pachadi/Carrot Raita with step by step photos…

Instant Green chilli pickle

This instant green chilli pickle is very quick and easy one to make. You can choose a very spicy chilli or a very mild one of your choice. The original recipe uses the Bhavangari chillies which are long thick green chillies, but I used the bhaji chillies the big and light green ones. You can also choose the small green chillies which we use in our everyday cooking.

Here’s how to make Instant Green Chilli Pickle with step by step photos…