What is Idli Podi/ Milagai Podi? Idli Podi/ Milagai is a flavorful condiment made from roasted lentils, spices and seeds. Also known as Gun Powder, Chutney Podi, Idli Karam Podi, its so easy to prepare at home. Actually, the word podi basically means powder. And, Milagai refers to chilis.. that is what I learnt today…
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EVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME: #278 SPICE MIX SECRETS RECIPE: BIRYANI MASALA What is Biryani Masala? Biryani Masala is a blend of aromatic spices in varying proportion that are roasted and powdered. Biryani Masala is the spice powder or blend that is commonly used to add to biryani or rice dishes. Masala is the term used…
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Recipe :Dhana Jiru/Coriander Cumin Powder Dhana Jiru is basically a combination of roasted coriander seeds and cumin seeds. Some add turmeric to it some don’t. Dhana Jiru is used in every Gujarati home for all the dals, curries, shaaks/Sabjis (vegetables), and some snacks too. I cannot imagine making bhinda nu shaak(okra stir fried), Stuffed brinjal,…
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EVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME: #226 GRANDMA’S REMEDIES RECIPE: KADHA/HERBAL SPICY TEA What is Kadha? Kadha is a mixture of herbs and spices boiled in water for about 7-10 minutes. Lemon juice and honey/jaggery are added, o make it palatable, This mixture of herbs and spices is a wonderful and beneficial remedy for colds, flus and coughs…
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RECIPE: THANDAI MUFFINS Thandai Muffins baked with thandai spice mixture makes a delicious treat for the Holi Party. Both kids and adults love them along with chilled thandai drink. Eggless, these muffins come together in no time. Bake them a day ahead, they stay fresh for a couple of days. Just before Holi, I had…
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EVENT:FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME:#183 INDIAN SUPERFOOD Missing two very exciting previous themes for FoodieMonday made me feel sad, so I thought come what may I have to participate in this one. I nearly didn’t as I’ve just arrived into Bangalore and with the house shut for a few months, it takes time to get it up and…
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EVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME: TYPES OF TEA RECIPE: ICED CHAI SAFFRON LATTE Iced Chai Saffron Latte is a spicy, flavourful, cooling tea drink that is ideal to beat the summer heat. Enjoy it with some whipped cream or without it. What Is Tea? Tea is the young leaves and buds picked from an evergreen shrub…
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RECIPE: BAKED FARSI PURI | MATHRI Baked Farsi Puri | Mathri is a healthier way to enjoy the famous Indian fried snack- spicy, crispy and a guilt free snack. Farsi puri is generally a deep fried savoury snack made from plain flour, butter, salt and a few spices. My baked farsi puri is a healthier…
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Cuisine: Swahili Recipe: Makai Paka/ Corn Coconut Curry Makai Paka/ Corn Coconut Curry is an easy to prepare, tasty and creamy Kenyan style curry in which corn is cooked using coconut milk. Usually, makai paka is enjoyed with mahamri, chappati or rice. Makai is the Kiswahili word for corn. Here, as such the coconut curry…