Indian Style Pasta / Spicy Masala Pasta
Looking for a quick lunch box menu or an easy snack ???…here is an easy Pasta recipe with Indian touch. Time of Preparation : 20 minutes No of Servings : 2 Spice level :4 Ingredients: Pasta (any kind) – 2 cups Onions – 1 cup (finely chopped) Garic – 2 cloves (grated) Tomatoes – 3/4 cup (chopped) Green Bell pepper – 1 (finely chopped) Red Chilli Powder – 1/4 tsp Green chillies – 2 (slit lengthwise) Garam Masala – 1/4 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala – 1/2 tsp Salt – to taste Olive oil – 2 tsp Method of Preparation: Add the pasta in water along with a tsp of oil and salt and boil it till they become soft. Drain the water and keep it aside. Heat oil in a pan and add the green chillies followed by the...
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Palak Chana – Spinach Chickpea Curry
Palak Chana or Palak Chole is a delicious Spinach and Chickpea Curry served along with roti or Indian breads. Spinach and chickpea is a wonderful combination for making curries. This curry is delightful, not too spicy and filled with protein and minerals. I have used dried chickpeas which was soaked overnight in water and pressure cooked. You can also use canned chickpeas and boil it a little longer for a soft texture. So enjoy this delicious and healthy curry with roti/ rice/bread. Preparation time: 45 minutes + soaking time No. of servings: 6 to 8 Spice level: 2.5 out of 5 Ingredients: Chickpeas (chana) – 1 cup Finely chopped spinach – 3 cups Onion – 1/2 cup Tomatoes – 3 Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp Red chili powder – 3/4 tsp to 1...
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Kalan – Onam Sadya Special
Kalan or Kaalan is a traditional dish from Kerala, South India. It is a creamy dish made with plantain, yam and coconut spice mixture. Coconut plays an important part in Kerala cuisine. Most of the dishes calls for coconut in some way or the other. I made this dish for the Onam festival and it came out very well. Though the recipe is simple the flavors are amazing. If you carefully follow the steps you will achieve the right taste. You can serve it with rice and papad or any thoran/poriyal. I like to eat it with even rotis. Give this recipe a try and you will love it. Preparation time: 30 minutes No. of servings: 5 Spice level: 2.5 out of 5 Ingredients: Raw plantain (Vazhakkai) – 1 Cubed Yam (Chenai or Suran) – 1 cup Black pepper...
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Rajma / Red Kidney Beans Curry
Rajma is a very popular dish in Northern India. Red Kidney Beans in a thick gravy with lots of Indian Spices is usually served with Rice, Jeera Rice or Chapati or Naan. Time of Preparation : 40 minutes No of Servings : 2 to 3 Spice level : 3 out of 5 Ingredients: Red Kidney Beans – 1/2 cup Cinnamon stick – 1/2″ Cloves – 2 Bay leaf – 1 Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp Onions – 1 cup (finely chopped) Green chillies – 2 (finely chopped) Ginger – 1 tsp (grated) Tomatoes – 1 cup (finely chopped) Tomato Paste – 2 tbsp (I have used canned tomato) Red chilli powder -1/2 tsp Coriander powder – 1 tsp Cumin powder – 1/2 tsp Garam masala powder – 1/2 tsp Salt – to taste Oil – 2 tbsp Asafoetida –...
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Cauliflower Korma / Cauliflower in Cashew and Coconut Milk Gravy
When we think of Korma, we generally make with green chillies or Red chilly powder. For this Korma, we use Red Chillies for the spice. I got this Korma Recipe from my friends mom and this Korma will be very good with Chapati. Time of Preparation : 45 minutes No of Servings : 3 to 4 Spice level : 4 out of 5 Ingredients: Cauliflower florets – 1 1/2 cups Onions – 1 1/4 cup (finely chopped) Tomatoes – 1 cup (finely chopped) Bay leaves – 2 Coconut milk – 1 cup (adjust according to the thickness) Green peas (I have used frozen)- 1/2 cup (optional) Oil – 1 tbsp Salt – to taste Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp Masala to Grind: Cinnamon stick – 1″ Clove – 1 Red chillies – 6 Coriander seeds – 1 tsp Khus...
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Simple Vegetable Biryani
After a very long time I am posting a recipe today. I know I’ve become very lazy and couldn’t find time to post a recipe. Finally I am back to SpicyTasty and of course I missed posting recipes. My sister made this vegetable biryani when she visited us from India and we all loved it. It’s very simple and easy. If you are a big biryani lover then try this simple recipe you will love it. Preparation Time : 60 minutes No Of servings : 4-5 Spice level : 2 out of 5 Ingredients: Onion : 1 medium (chopped) Tomatoes : 2 (chopped) Ginger & Garlic Paste : 2 tbsp Vegetables : carrot, beans, soya chunks, bell pepper and potatoes Green Chili : 2-3 (according to your spice level) Coconut Milk : 1 cup Turmeric Powder : 1 tsp...
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Kathirikai Masala Fry / Eggplant Fry
This Eggplant Masala Fry is almost similar to Stuffed Eggplant Fry and it is even simple to make. I got this recipe from one of my friends and it will be very good with sambar or any variety rice. Time of Preparation : 20 to 30 minutes Spice level : 3 out of 5 No of Servings : 2 Ingredients: Small Eggplant (Brinjals) – 8 (cut them length wise 6 to 8 pieces each) Salt – to taste Oil – 3 tsp Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp Tamarind – Marble size For Seasoning: Mustard seeds – 1/2 tsp Curry leaves – a few Asafoetida – a pinch Masala to Grind: Red chillies – 5 Black Pepper – 8 to 10 Coriander seeds – 1 tbsp Channa dal – 1 tbsp Peanuts – 1 tbsp Sesame seeds – 1 tbsp...
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Mullangi Chutney / Radish Chutney
Whenever we think of Radish, the first thing that comes to our mind is Radish Sambar or Radish Paratha. My Grandmother usesd to make chutneys with all veggies. This Radish Chutney can be made in many ways. It will take just 15 minutes to make this chutney and it will be good with Idly / Dosa or even rice. Time of Preparation : 15 minutes No of Servings : 2 Spice level : 3 out of 5 Ingredients: Oil – 1 tsp Cumin seeds – 1 tsp Red chillies – 4 Urad dal – 1 tsp Coriander seeds – 1 tsp Onions – 1/4 cup (finely chopped) Radish – 1 1/2 cups (peeled, washed and cut into small cubes) Turmeric powder – a pinch Salt – to taste For seasoning: Oil – 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds – 1/2 tsp...
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Thakkali Thooku (Version 2) / Tomato Thokku
This Thakkali Thokku is the easiest side dish for Chapati or Dosa. When I do not have any veggies or when I am so bored to cook any side dish for Chapati, I make this Thakkali Thokku. Also this is the best side dish for travel. It will be good for longer time. Here is the recipe for the simple Tomato Thokku. Time of Preparation : 20 minutes No of Servings : 2 to 3 Spice level : 3 out of 5 Ingredients: Onions – 1 cup (finely chopped) Green chillies – 3 (slit lengthwise) Garlic – 5 cloves (crushed) Ginger – 1/2 tsp (grated) Tomatoes (large size) – 4 (chopped) Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp Sambar powder – 2 tsp (adjust according to spice level) Salt – to taste Oil – 2 tsp Gingerly oil – 1 tbsp...
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Rasavangi (Step by Step Instructions)
I was planning to do this Rasavangi from a long time. This Rasavangi is almost similar to Arachuvitta Sambar except for 1 or 2 ingredients. This is very simple to make and is different from usual sambar or any other Kuzhambu. Time of Preparation : 30 minutes No of Servings : 2 to 3 Soice level : 3 out of 5 Ingredients: Brinjal – 4 (cut lengthwise) Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp Salt – to taste Tamarind – Gooseberry size Toor dhal – 1/4 cup Chickpeas – 1/4 cup (soaked overnight or soaked in hot water for 2 hours) Asafoetida – a pinch Masala to Grind: Oil – 1 tsp Red chillies – 5 Coriander seeds – 1 tbsp Channa dhal – 1/2 tbsp Black pepper – 5 to 8 Coconut – 3 tbsp (grated) For Seasoning: Oil –...
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Lemon Pickle
Homemade Pickles are the best. I always prefer them because they are fresh with less sodium and other preservatives. Lemon pickle is one of the easiest pickle to make at home. If you have a bag of lemons lying around in your pantry you can pickle them and store it in the refrigerator or gift it to your friends. It saves you a lot of money as well. Here is a simple recipe for making tasty lemon pickles. You can serve them with rice or roti. I love to pair them with curd or yogurt rice. It is perfect for this hot weather. Ingredients: Big lemons – 5 Salt – 3 tsp Dried red chilies – 4 Fenugreek seeds (methi) – 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp A small piece of asafoetida Sesame oil – 2/3 cup Method...
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Avial – Mixed Vegetable Stew
Avial is a delicious South Indian stew made by cooking vegetables in a coconut gravy. Avial is made during special occasions and festivals such as Onam. Avial and adai (Rice & Grain Pancake) is a famous combination served for breakfast or dinner. Avial is also served with rice. Preparation time: 30 minutes No. of servings: 4 Spice level: 2 out of 5 Ingredients: Vegetables – 2 cups (potato, carrot, beans, winter melon, pumpkin) Grated coconut – 1/2 cup Green chilies – 2 Cumin seeds – 1 tsp Oil – 1 tsp A few curry leaves (8 to 10) Yogurt – 1 cup Coconut oil – 3 to 4 drops Method of Preparation: Cut vegetables into 1″ pieces. Boil vegetables in a sauce pan or kadai with 1/2 cup of water and salt until vegetables become tender. Grind coconut, cumin...
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Cabbage Stir Fry (Version 2) / Cabbage Poriyal
This version of Cabbage poriyal is the basic version of the poriyal but it will be very tasty and healthy. When we want to eat something light and healthy, this version of cabbage poriyal is a good choice. Time of Preparation : 20 minutes No of Servings : 2 Spice level : 3 Ingredients: Cabbage – 4 cups (thinly chopped) Mustard seeds – 1/2 tsp Asafoetida – a pinch Split Urad dal – 1 1/2 tsp Green Chillies – 2 (slit lengthwise) Grated ginger – 1 tsp Curry leaves – a few Grated coconut – 1 tbsp Oil – 1 tsp Salt – to taste Method of Preparation: Heat oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds followed by the asafoetida, curry leaves, split urad dal, green chillies and grated ginger. Fry for a minute and add the...
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Keerai Masiyal (Version 2) / Spinach Masiyal
If you are bored of cooking greens with dal, this recipe is an easy one without adding dal. My mom used to make Keerai Kadayal with Mulai Keerai by adding just chillies and garlic. For Spinach Masiyal, adding onions and tomatoes gives more taste. I got this recipe from my cousin and she said this recipe will be good for Arai Keerai and Siru Keerai too :). Time of Preparation : 20 minutes No of Servings:2 Spice level : 4 out of 5 Ingredients: Onions – 1/3 cup (chopped) Tomatoes – 1/3 cup (chopped) Green Chillies – 2 (adjust according to spice level) Garlic – 2 cloves Spinach – 2 cups (tightly packed) Oil – 1 tsp Salt – to taste Time of Preparation: Heat oil in a pan and add the onions and fry till they become soft....
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Elavan Mathan Pachadi – Pumpkin and Melon Curry
Elavan Mathan Pachadi is again a simple and traditional Palakad dish which is generally served with rice and Milagootal. Winter Melon (ash gourd) and Pumpkin are known as “Elavan or Kumbalanga” and “Mathan or Mathanga” respectively in Malayalam. This pachadi can also be served with any type of rice or roti. Both pumpkin and ash gourd are nutritious vegetables. So this is a perfect way to add these vegetables to your daily diet. Preparation time: 30 minutes No. of servings: 6 Spice level: 3 out of 6 Ingredients: Elavan (winter melon) – 1 cup Mathan or parangikkai – 1 cup Whole tamarind – small lemon size Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp Shredded coconut – 1/4 cup Mustard seeds – 1 tsp Green chilies – 1 Oil – 1 tsp Dried chili – 1 A few curry leaves Salt to...
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Keerai Milagootal
Keerai Milagootal is a Palakad dish made from greens and toor dal. You can use spinach, amaranth leaves or otheYou can serve this with rice or roti. It is easy to make and a healthy dish with lots of protein and other nutrients. My mother in law is here and I am learning a lot of Palakad (Kerala) dishes from her. I really like the simple and flavorful dishes that she cooks. Keep posted for more traditional and tasty dishes… Preparation time: 30 minutes No. of servings: 4 Spice level: 2.5 out of 5 Ingredients: Spinach – 250 gram Urad dal – 1 tsp Dried red chilies – 2 Cumin seeds – 1 tsp Shredded coconut – 3 tbsp Toor dal – 1/2 cup Oil – 2 tsp Mustard seeds and urad dal – 1 tsp each Method of...
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Puli Inji – Tangy Ginger Curry
Puli Inji is a tangy and spicy dish with ginger and tamarind paste as the main ingredients. It is a perfect condiment with curd rice or any other rice. Easy to make and you can store it in the refrigerator for upto a month. It is more like pickle but tastes like Vathakuzhambu. My mother in law is here and I learnt this recipe from her. She makes authentic Palakad dishes which are simple and delicious. I am looking forward to share more recipes from her. So keep posted!! Ingredients: Chopped ginger – 4 tbsp Green chilies – 2 Whole tamarind – one lemon size Fenugreek seeds – 1/4 tsp Mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp Sesame oil – 2 tbsp Curry leaves 1″ piece of jaggery A pinch of turmeric powder A pinch of asafoetida Salt to taste Method of...
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Grilled Paneer Bhurji Sandwich
Are you looking for a quick and delicious sandwich recipe for breakfast/lunch/dinner, then you are at the right place. When you make this sandwich with whole wheat bread, it tastes so good. The protein and fiber from paneer and bread fills you up and is very healthy. It is kid friendly and easy to make. You can prepare the paneer bhurji the previous day and store it in the refrigerator. For more sandwich recipes, check here. Preparation time: 30 minutes No of servings: 4 Spice level: 2 out of 5 Ingredients: Whole wheat bread – 8 Grated fresh paneer – 2 cups Chopped onion – 1 cup Chopped ginger – 1 tbsp Tomato – 1 Green chili – 1 or 2 (adjust to taste) Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp Salt to taste Method of Preparation: Heat oil in a...
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