Breakfast Combo Ideas/Poori & Potato Masala Recipe/How to make Poori & Potato Masala with step by step photos

Hello friends,

I have been posting South Indian Lunch Menu Ideas both Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Meal Ideas. So I thought of starting a new series for Breakfast. So for the first Breakfast combo I am going to share Poori & Potato Masala. Also check out other interesting and delicious Breakfast Recipes & Chutney/ThogaiyalRecipes here.

Here’s how to make Poori & Potato Masala…

Tomato Rasam Recipe/Tomato Rasam without Tamarind/Easy Tomato Rasam Recipe/Thakkali Rasam-3 with step by step Photos

Rasam plays a vital role in South Indian Meals. We make several types of rasam like paruppu rasam, pepper rasam, lemon rasam etc. Each rasam is unique and different in its own way. The best part of consuming rasam every day is, it helps in digestion, builds immunity and helps in fighting infections. I have already posted Tomato Rasam 1 and Tomato Rasam 2 earlier, this tomato rasam has a slight variation in the making of rasam powder and also has no tamarind. Do try out this Tomato Rasam and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting, flavourful and aromatic RasamRecipes/Varieties here.

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

Aloo Subzi Recipe/Potato Subzi Recipe/ How to Make Potato Subji for Rotis & Chapatis with step by step photos/Potato Masala-North Indian Style

Today, I am sharing a very simple and easy to make Aloo Subji-North Indian Style. It is a hassle free recipe that can be made in the morning rush and packed to school or office for lunch as side dish. I have added the tomatoes as such, you can very well grind them to a puree and add them to make the subzi as well. I have already posted Potato Poori Masala and Potato Masala South Indian Style earlier. Do try out this Aloo Subzi and post your comment here.

Here’s how to make Aloo Subji with step by step photos…

Vegetable Soup Recipe/Healthy Vegetable Soup/Mixed Vegetable Soup Recipe/How to make Mixed Vegetable Soup with step by step photos and Video

Today, I am going to share a very healthy and delicious Mixed Vegetable Soup that can be made in a jiffy. I have added carrots, beans, cabbage and corn, you can add more vegetables of your choice. For spice, I have used black pepper powder, but you can add red chilli flakes as well. Do try out this delicious, healthy and tempting soup that will help you stay healthy and build your immunity. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Soups and Salads in the link.

Here’s how to make Vegetable Soup with step by step photos & Video…

Kothavarangai Poriyal Recipe/Cluster Beans Stir Fry Recipe/How to make Kothavarangai Poriyal with step by step photos

Kothavarangai Poriyal/Cluster Beans Poriyal is yet another easy and healthy poriyal/side dish recipe made very commonly in South India. Cluster beans/kothavarangai is extremely good for diabetes, great for heart, regulates blood pressure, strengthens the bones and aids digestion. This is a very simple and divine poriyal made with very few ingredients and finally garnished with freshly grated coconut. If you are serving for diabetic patients, you can very well skip the coconut. Do try out this healthy Kothavarangai Poriyal and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and healthy VegetarianPoriyal/Varuval Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Kothavarangai Poriyal with step by step photos…

Chettinad Mutton Kuzhambu Recipe/Kaaraikudi Mutton Kuzhambu Recipe/How to make Chettinad Mutton Kuzhambu with step by step photos and Video

Today, I am going to share Karaikudi/Chettinad special Mutton Kuzhambu. Chettinad recipes are spicy, aromatic, bursting with flavours because of the freshly roasted and ground masala. This mutton gravy is cooked with perfect blend of freshly ground spices along with shallots/sambar vengayam. Do try out this spicy and fingerlicking Chettnad Mutton Kuzhambu and post your comments here.Meanwhile check out other interesting Mutton Recipes, Chicken Recipes and Fish Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Chettinad Mutton Kuzhambu with step by step photos & Video…

Turmeric Tea Recipe/Turmeric Ginger Tea/Manjal Tea/Manjal Inji Tea/Immune Boosting Tea – How to make Turmeric Tea with step by step photos and Video

Turmeric Tea is an extremely healthy tea, which helps in building strong immune system and is a wonderful anti-inflammatory. Regular consumption of turmeric tea helps in fighting common cold, cough and infections. I have added adhimadhuram/liquorice which helps in maintaining a healthy respiratory tract, boost immunity, digestion and helps in treating chronic inflammation. Another important ingredient added is ginger, which helps in controlling nausea and has high anti-inflammatory properties. Do try out this healthy immune boosting tea and stay healthy. Meanwhile do checkout other healthy Tea and KashayamVarieties here.

Here’s how to make Turmeric Tea with step by step photos…

Vadu Maangai Oorgai Recipe/Maavadu/Vadu Maangai/Raw Baby Mango Pickle/How to make Vadu Maangai Oorgai with step by step photos

Vadu Maangai Oorgai is another traditional pickle made in South India. It is a very simple and easy recipe that is made with baby mangoes, mustard seeds, rock salt, castor oil and red chilli powder. The best part in making this Oorgai/pickle is, it does not involve any cooking or cutting. Any way friends, do try out this vadu maangai oorgai and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Pickle Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Vadu Maangai Oorgai with step by step photos…

Naarthangai Rasam/Citron Rasam/How to make Naarthangai Rasam with step by step photos and Video

Naarthangai Rasam is a very flavourful and healthy rasam variety that can be made in jiffy. Naathangai has numerous medicinal values, aids digestion and is loaded with vitamin C. Do try out this Naarthangai Rasam and post your comments here. Meanwhile also check Naarthangai Oorgai/Pickle, Naarthagai Rice and other delectable Rasam Varieties here.

Here’s how to make Naarthangai Rasam with step by step photos and Video…

Mango Custard Recipe/Mango Custard/How to make Mango Custard with step by step photos

Mango Custard is a luscious, simple and easy to make dessert. Now that loads of mangoes are available in the market, you can make Mango Custard and surprise your kids and family members. Do try out this delicious Mango Custard and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Mango recipes here and Summer SpecialJuice/Milkshakes/Smoothies here.

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

Mutton Ghee Roast Recipe/Mangalore Special Mutton Ghee Roast/How to make Mutton Ghee Roast with step by step photos Video

Mutton Ghee Roast is a special delicacy of Mangalore. The mutton is cooked with perfect blend of fresh ground spices, along with ghee which makes this dish aromatic and loaded with flavour. This mutton ghee roast will melt in your mouth. Do try out this Mutton Ghee Roast and post your comments here. Do check out the short video on How to make Mutton Ghee Roast. Please like, share and subscribe to our new You Tube Channel Priyas Virundhu -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTsVaemF70ifZPLfgtEvMjg .  Also check out Chicken Ghee Roast which I have posted earlier. You can serve this Mutton Ghee Roast with Milagai Killi Potta Sambar, white rice, or with roits/chapatis.

Here’s how to make Mutton Ghee Roast Recipe with step by step photos and Video...

South Indian Lunch Menu-15/Lunch Menu Ideas/Simple Vegetarian Lunch Menu Ideas

Today, I am going to share yet another healthy plate of Simple Vegetarian Lunch Menu. Do try out this vegetarian lunch menu and post your comments here. Meanwhile do not forget to check out other interesting Lunch Menu Ideas here.

Here’s the simple South Indian Lunch Menu/Thali...

Vegetable Macaroni Pasta Recipe-Indian Style/Mixed Vegetable Macaroni Recipe/Macaroni Recipe/How to make Vegetable Macaroni Indian Style with step by step photos and Video

Vegetable Macaroni Pasta is a lovely, colorful and extremely tasty pasta. Not all pasta recipes have to be made with cheese, this Veg Macaroni Pasta is the perfect example for it. It is a delectable and healthy bowl of Macaroni made with perfect blend of Indian Spices and colorful vegetables. Do try out this Veg Macaroni Pasta, your family members, especially kids will fall in love with it. Please do not forget to like,share and subscribe to Priya’s Virundhu Youtube Channel. Also check out other interesting Pasta Recipes here

Here's how to make Vegetable Macaroni Pasta with step by step photos and video...

How to make Thick Curd/Yogurt/Thayir/Dahi at home with step by step photos/Homemade Yogurt/Thayir Recipe/How to Set Curd at home

Thayir/Curd/Yogurt/Dahi is a very basic recipe that is needed to set/make curd at home. We make curd/thayir every day to regular consumption. It is very essential to consume cud/thayir in summer to beat the heat.  I have shared lots of tips and tricks to make a thick and perfect curd/thayir/yogurt/curd at home.

Here’s how to make curd/dahi/yogurt/thayir at home with step by step photos…

Soya Chunks Vegetable Brinji Recipe/Soya Chunks Brinji with Coconut Milk/Soya Chunks Biryani Recipe/How to make Soya Chunks Vegetable Brinji with step by step photos

Today, I am going to share a very healthy, super delicious and flavourful Soya Chunks Vegetable Brinji Recipe. This is a perfect lunch box recipe and perfect recipe for family get together or parties at your home. This soya chunks vegetable brinji is loaded vitamins, minerals and fiber from vegetables and protein from the soya chunks. Do try out this Soya Chunks Vegetable Brinji and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Soya Chunks Recipes here, Soya Chunks Biryani here and other Biryanis/Pulavs etc.

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

Thaen Thinai Recipe/Thaennum Thinaiyum/Thinai Urundai/Fox Millet Ladoo with Honey/Millet Ladoo/How to make Thaen Thinai with step by step photos and video

Thaen Thinai/Thinai Urundai is a very healthy, popular and an ancient recipe dates back to sangam period and is dedicated to Lord Murugan in Tamil Nadu. This foxtail Millet ladoo/urundai can be made in a jiffy and is absolutely divine. Thinai is rich in dietary fiber and minerals such as iron, copper, and zinc which helps to keep our body strong and boost our immunity. Thinai has a wonderful capability to regulate and bring down the blood sugar level to a great extent. Thinai is loaded with Calcium helps in building strong bones. Do try out this healthy Thinai/Foxtail Millet Ladoo and enjoy with your family and have a great day. Meanwhile do check out other healthy Millet Recipes here. Also check out other interesting Sweet Recipes here and Ladoo Varieties here.

Here’s how to make Thaen Thinai Urundai with step by step photos…

Ingredients

Thinai/Foxtail Millet	1 cup
Honey/Thaen	¼ cup
Ghee [Melted Ghee]	2 tsp
Cardamom/Elachi Powder	¼ tsp or 2 crushed

Preparation Time: 15 minutes                      Recipe Category: Snacks, Neivedhyam

Cooking Time: 5-6 minutes                           Recipe Cuisine: Tamil Nadu, India

Author: Priya Anandakumar

Saamai Kanji Recipe/Little Millet Kanji Recipe- Healthy Millet Kanji Recipe/How to make Saamai Paal Kani with Video

Saamai/Little Millet Kanji is a very healthy and filling breakfast which keeps our day going. The seeds of Saamai are smaller than those of other common millet varieties. Saamai is rich in fibre, it helps in reducing fat and is good for bones and muscles. It is loaded with iron and protein. Little millet helps in controlling blood sugar level and is a rich anti-oxidant. Do try out this healthy and filling Saamai Kanji and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting andhealthy Millet/Sirudhaniyam Recipes here and other Kanji/Porridge Varieties here.

Here’s how to make Saamai Kanji with step by step photos and  video...

Coconut Milk Pulav Recipe/Plain Pulav Recipe/Plain Pulav/Plain Pulao with Coconut Milk/How to make Coconut Milk Pulav with step by step photos

Plain Pulav Recipe is a very common, flavourful and traditional rice variety prepared in all the households with slight variations. This Pulav is a very simple and easy one pot meal and is also a perfect lunch box recipe. Do try out this tempting Plain Pulav and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and healthy Biryanis/Rice Varieties/Pulavs here.

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

Tomato Chicken Recipe/Thakkali Kozhi Curry/ Easy Tomato Chicken Curry Recipe/ One Pot Tomato Chicken/How to make Tomato Chicken with step by step photos

Today, I am going to share an effortless and quick, one pot chicken recipe -Tomato Chicken Curry. This chicken recipe just needs the right amount of spices and ingredients to be mixed to the chicken, marinated and cooked. Do try out this easy Tomato Chicken Recipe and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other Chicken Recipes, Mutton Recipes and Fish Recipes here.

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

Mappillai Samba Idli Recipe/Mappillai Samba Rice Idli/Bridegroom Rice Idli/How to make Mapillai Samba Idli with step by step photos

Mappillai Samba Rice/Bridegroom Rice is a traditional and native rice of Tamil Nadu. Mappillai Samba Rice is rich in Vitamin B1, B6 , Magnesium, iron, zinc etc which plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy nervous system. In ancient days, certain sports like lifting the rock were conducted for the bridegroom to test their bravery, physical and mental strength. To improve the strength of the bridegroom, the mappillai samba rice is cooked and served. So this variety of rice is named as Mappillai Samba Rice or Bridegroom Rice. Do try out this healthy Mappillai Samba Idli and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other healthy Millet Recipes and other Breakfast recipes here.

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

Drumsticks Brinjal Sambar Recipe/Kathrikkai Murungaikkai Sambar Recipe/How to make Kathrikkai Murungaikkai Sambar with step by step photos

Drumsticks Brinjal Sambar/Kathrikkai Murungaikkai Sambar is a traditional and authentic sambar of Tamil Nadu served with steam cooked white rice or with idlis dosas etc. Do try out this delicious sambar and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Sambars/Dals/Kootus etc here.

Here’s how to make Drumsticks Brinjal Sambar with step by step photos…

Brinji Rice Recipe/Vegetable Brinji Recipe/Vegetable Brinji with Coconut Milk/Vegetable Briji Recipe with step by step photos

Vegetable Brinji/Brinji Rice is a native recipe of Tamil Nadu. Vegetable Brinji is a very simple, flavourful and tempting one pot recipe that is made with perfect blend of vegetables, coconut milk and Bay leaves. Vegetable Brinji is a traditional recipe that is served in wedding parties, engagement and other parties. Do try out this tempting Brinji Recipe and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Biryani/Pulav recipes here.

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

Bhindi Masala Recipe/Okra Masala/Vendakkai Masala- North Indian Special Subzi- Bhindi Masala Recipe with Video

Bhindi Masala is a very popular and common North Indian side dish bursting with flavours and is served with rotis/chapathis or even with rice etc. The bhindi/ladies finger is stir fried and added to perfect blend of spices, onions and tomatoes and made into a semi dry gravy. This Bhindi Masala can be served for lunch or dinner and is a perfect lunch box recipe. Do try out this tempting and healthy Bhindi Masala and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting North Indian side dishes, gravies, sambars, dals here.

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

Ragi Sweet Semiya Recipe/Finger Millet Sweet Semiya Recipe/Kezhvaragu Inippu Semiya/How to make Ragi Sweet Semiya with step by step photos

Ragi Sweet Semiya/Vermicelli is one of the easiest breakfast/evening snacks that can be made in a jiffy. Ragi Semiya can be prepared both in savory/spicy or sweet version; I have already shared the Ragi Semiya Upma[spicyversion] earlier. In this sweet version, I have used cane sugar[nattu sakkarai], you can very well replace it with regular sugar as well. Ragi Semiya is loaded with calcium, vitamins and minerals, addition of grated coconut and cane sugar makes it one super healthy breakfast and keeps your day going. I have used the store bought Ragi Semiya, which can also be replaced with homemade Ragi Idiyappam. Do try out this Ragi Sweet Semiya and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Sevai and Semiya Recipes here and other delicious Breakfast Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Ragi Sweet Semiya with step by step photos…

Watermelon Juice Recipe/How to make Watermelon juice/Easy Watermelon Juice – Refreshing & Thirst Quenching

 Watermelon is one of the best thirst quenchers for hot summer days. Watermelon helps in keeping our body hydrated and replenishes our body with required nutrients and minerals lost due to sweating. Watermelon has high amount of water content – about 92 % , but is  also loaded with vitamins and minerals. They have significant amount of vitamin A, B6, C, loads of Lycopene, antioxidants and amino acids. It is a complete power packed fruit with very less calories that aids in weight loss. Do try out this refreshing, hydrating and thirst quenching water melon juice and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting, healthy and fresh juices/lassi’s/milkshakes/smoothies etchere.

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

Egg Salna/Egg Salna Recipe/Muttai Salna/How to make Egg Salna with step by step photos/Salna for Parottas,Dosas etc

Egg Salna is a very popular and common side dish served along with parottas, chapathis, rotis, idiyappam etc in all most all the road side shops[kai yendhi bhavans] and Parotta stalls in South India. Egg Salna can be made two ways, either the eggs can be broken directly to the gravy or by adding the hard boiled eggs. Here I am sharing the one I made with hard boiled eggs. Do try out this Egg salna and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Egg Recipes here and other Chicken Recipes/Mutton Recipes here. Aso do not forget to check out my Chicken Salna which I have posted earlier.

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

Lassi Recipe/Sweet Lassi Recipe/Punjabi Sweet Lassi Recipe/How to make Sweet Lassi with step by step photos

Lassi is a traditional, authentic and delicious Punjabi beverage. One full glass of lassi is perfect one to beat the summer heat. This rich, creamy and sweetened drink is very popular and common beverage, served by street vendors in matkas [clay pots] in the Northern States of Punjab, Delhi, Rajasthan etc. We can make salted, sweetened or masala lassi with yogurt/curd as the main ingredient. The key to make a good lassi is to use a very thick, cold, fresh and creamy yogurt/curd/Thayir. Do try out this super rich, creamy and tempting Sweet Lassi and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other Lassi’s/Juices/Icecreams/Smoothies/Milkshakes here.

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

Bread Upma Recipe/South Indian Bread Upma/How to make Bread Upma with step by step photos

Bread Upma is one easy and super delicious recipe that can be made in jiffy. This bread upma can be served for breakfast or even as a quick evening snack for kids. Do try out this bread upma and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and tempting Breakfast Recipes here.

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

VaraguArisi Kanji/VaraguArisi Vendhayam & Poondu Kanji/Kodo Millet Porridge/Kodo Millet Porridge with Garlic & Fenugreek –How to make Varagu Arisi Kanji/ வரகுஅரிசி கஞ்சி செய்வது எப்படி

Varagu Arisi Kanji/Kodo Millet Porridge is a very healthy breakfast and a right one to start your day. This varagu kanji can be made in jiffy and is a one pot recipe. When varagu kanji is consumed for breakfast it keeps your day going and you will fell light. Varagu is gluten-free and is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. They help in controlling blood sugar and cholesterol. Do try out this Varagu Arisi Kanji and post your comments here. Start your day with a healthy breakfast and lead a healthy life. Also check out other interesting and healthy Millet Recipes here, Kanji & Porridge Recipes here and other Breakfast Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Varagau Arisi Kanji/Porridge with step by step photos…

Cabbage Poriyal/Cabbage Poriyal with Thengai/Cabbage Stir Fry with Coconut/How to make Simple and easy Cabbage Poriyal

Today I am going a share a very traditional, authentic and common Cabbage Poriyal which is a very popular side dish in South Indian Meals. Cabbage belongs to a group of cole crops, which means that it is closely related to broccoli, cauliflower and Brussel sprouts. Cabbage is a very good source of dietary fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium and a great source of Vitamin K. It is also loaded with antioxidants and other vitamins like vitamin C, B6, Thiamine, Niacin, Folate etc. Cabbage is high in fiber and contains zero fat, so it aids in weight loss and lowers cholesterol to a great extent. Consuming Cabbage helps in boosting the immune system due to the presence of Vitamin C. The other most important Vitamin that is not available in many other vegetables is Vitamin K. This Vitamin K boost the mental function and concentration, it plays vital role in blood clotting, bone metabolism and increases blood calcium levels. Having shared few of the important benefits of Cabbage, now let’s move on to this simple Cabbage Poriyal. Do try out this healthy bowl of Cabbage Poriyal and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and tempting VegetarianPoriyals/Varuals here.

Here’s how to make Cabbage Poriyal with step by step photos…

Thalichha Paruppu/Paruppu Kadaiyal/Simple Dal for Neivedhyam & Pooja Days/Dal Tadka South Indian Style [No Onion No Garlic Recipe]

Thalichha Paruppu/Paruppu Kadaiyal is one of the most comforting and divine food in the Indian Cuisine. This Thalichha Paruppu is a hassle free and easiest recipe that anyone can make. Usually this thalichha paruppu is made in almost all the South Indian homes on Pooja days and offered to god along with other delightful recipes. In South Indian marriages, paruppu kadaiyal/Thalicha Paruppu is served along with ghee, before serving sambar. You can make this thalichha paruppu in a jiffy. So when you are pressed on time, but still want to make something healthy and delicious then this simple dal is the right thing to make. Do try out this simple, yet delectable Thalichha Paruppu and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and tempting Sambars/Dals/Kootus/kuzhambu/Kurmavarieties here.

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

Arisi Thengai Payasam Recipe/Thengai Arisi Payasam/Coconut Payasam/Coconut Kheer with step by step photos/How to make Arisi Thengai Payasam/தேங்காய் அரிசி பாயசம் செய்வது எப்படி –Tamil New Year Special Recipe

Arisi Thengai Payasam is a special traditional payasam made for special occasions, festivals and as neivedhyam[special offering for god] for pooja. Arisi Thengai Payasam as the name implies is made with perfect blend of coconut, rice and Jaggery/vellam. I made this Arisi Thengai Payasam for this Tamil New Year and thought of sharing it with you all. Do try out this rich and divine payasam and post your comments here. Meanwhile do not forget to check out other Tamil NewYear Recipes here and other Payasam Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Arisi Thengai Payasam with step by step photos…

Neeraagaram/Pazhayadhu/நீராகாரம்/Pazhaya Sadham Recipe/Pazhaya Soru with Pachaimilagai & Onions/Pazhayadhu Recipe – Fermented Left over Rice/How to make Pazhaya Sadham Kanji-Summer Special Body Coolant

Pazhaiyadhu/Pazhaiya Soru/Neeraagaram is one of the healthiest Breakfast recipes handed over by our ancestors to us. ‘Pazhaiya’ in Tamil means old and ‘Sadham’ means rice. The other name is Neeraagaram, in which 'Neer' means water and 'Aagaram' means 'meals'. Pazhayasadham has amazing and astonishing health benefits. Pazhaiyadhu is usually made with Vaditha Sadham [the rice is cooked and excess water is drained] rather than the pressure cooked rice. Pazhaiyadhu/Neeraagaram is a traditional recipe forgotten by many and given less importance in the Indian Cuisine. As years past most of the traditional food practices have gone out of practice. Pazhaidhu is one among them and look down as poor man’s food and ignored irrespective of its nutritional value. Please read below about the benefits of consuming Pazhayadhu/Neeraagaram. Do try out this this healthy and easy bowl of Neeraagaram and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other healthy Kanji and Porridge Varieties here.

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

Murungai Keerai Poricha Kuzhambu/Drumsticks Leaves Poricha Kuzhambu/ Murungai Keerai Porciha Kuzhambu Recipe or Poricha Kootu Recipe

Murungai Keerai Poricha Kuzhambu/Drumsticks Leaves Poricha Kuzhambu is one healthy bowl of authentic recipe from district of Thirunelveli. Murungai Keerai/Drumstick Leaves has n number of medicinal values and is cure for lots of diseases. Consuming murungai keerai stimulates the blood circulation in the body and induces the regrowth of hair follicles. They help in purifying the blood and excreting all the toxins in our body. It is an excellent source of calcium and helps in building stronger bones and teeth. They contain abundant amount of potassium which plays a vital role in brain development. I have shared few benefits of murungai keerai, will be sharing more in my future post. For now try out this Murungai Keerai Poricha Kuzhambu and post your comments here. Meanwhile also check out other interesting Murungai Keerai Recipes here and other Dal/Sambars/Kootus here.

Here’s how to make Murungai Keerai Poricha Kuzahmbu with step by step photos…

Dahi Aloo/Dahi Aloo Recipe/Dahi Wale Aloo Ki Sabzi/ Potatoes in Yogurt Curry

Dahi Aloo is a famous and common North India dish served as side dish for Rotis/Chapathis, White Rice, Cumin Rice, Ghee Rice etc. Dahi Aloo means Potatoes cooked in Curd/yogurt. It is a very easy recipe that can be made in a jiffy. Dahi aloo can be made with onions, ginger and garlic and is totally optinal, but I prefer making it with them. As this Aloo/Potato is made with yogurt/curd, it is a wonderful body coolant and is a perfect for the upcoming summer. Do try out this lovely, delicious and  creamy Dahi Aloo and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other North Indian Dals and Sidedishes here and other Potato Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Dahi Aloo with step by step photos…

Dal Tadka/Dal Tadka Recipe/How to make Dal Tadka/Punjabi Dal Tadka Recipe

Dal Tadka is a very famous and traditional recipe of North India. Dal Tadka is a very common item seen in all the Indian restaurant menus and in Dhabas.  Dal Tadka is usually made with Thurdal/Thoor Dal but can also be made with combination of Dals. It is a very flavourful dal cooked in onion, tomato and masala mixture and gets an extraordinary taste from the final tempering or the Tadka. Do try out this Punjabi Style Dal Tadka and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting South IndianDals/Sambars and other North Indian side dishes here.

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

Thayir Sevai Recipe/Curd Sevai/Sevai Bagalabath- How to make Curd Sevai

Today, I am going to share yet another healthy and divine Thayir Sevai. Now that summer has started and it is getting hot day by day, including Thayir/yogurt/curd in our diet helps in cooling down our body and mind. Do try out this Thayir Sevai and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Sevai Recipes like Lemon Sevai/Idiappam Sevai, Tomato Sevai, Black Pepper Sevai/Milagu Sevai, Ragi Sevai and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other healthy and tempting Breakfast Recipes here.

Here’s how to make Thayir Sevai/Curd Sevai with step by step photos…

Raw Mango Rasam/Mangai Rasam/Mango Rasam Recipe/How to make Mango Rasam Recipe/ Mago Charu/மாங்காய் ரசம் செய்வது எப்படி

I have never imagined making rasam with Raw Mango, but when I came across this recipe in a magazine, I surely wanted to give it a shot. Now that mango season has started, I tried out this mango rasam, it was just amazing. Mango Charu/Mango Rasam is tangy, yet spicy, flavourful and tasty. The original recipe did not call in for adding thuvar dal, but I have added it to make it even tastier. Do try out this Raw Mango Rasam and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting and delicious RasamVarieties here and other Mango Recipes here.

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

South Indian Lunch Menu-14/Lunch Menu Ideas/Simple Vegetarian Lunch Menu Ideas

Today, I am going to share a very simple and healthy vegetarian lunch menu. Do try out this vegetarian lunch menu and post your comments here. Meanwhile do not forget to check out other interesting Lunch Menu Ideas here.

Here’s the simple South Indian Lunchu Menu/Thali…

Poori/Poorie Recipe/Puri Recipe/How to make perfect Poori at home

Poori is the most famous and loved Breakfast recipe among all the age groups. They are made with whole wheat flour and sometimes with All Purpose Flour also. Poori can be made in jiffy and need very less ingredients, but you need take care of certain tips and tricks for perfect pooris, which I have shared in this post. Do try out this fluffy pooris and post your comments here. Meanwhile do check out other interesting Poori recipes like Beetroot Poori, Masala Poori, RagiPoori which I have posted earlier. Also check out other healthy and delectable Breakfast Recipes here.

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