THERALLI APPAM

Theralli appam is a tasty and simple recipe. This recipe is generally prepared during auspicious occasions or during festivals. This recipe is generally prepared during ‘Thrikarthika’ or ‘Attukal Pongala’. Every year millions of women offer pongala (prayer offering) to Attuakal Devi. People arrive from different places of the World, set up hearths with bricks and […]

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UNNIYAPPAM

Unniyappam is a popular Kerala snack. It is made during most of the festivals and as offerings to Lord Ganesha in the temples. Speaking of Lord Ganesha and unniyappam, I should definitely mention the famous Kottarakara Ganapathy Kovil where unniyappam is the main offering. The unniyappams offered at the temple has a special taste and […]

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THAYIR VADA/ DAHI VADA

In northern India, this dish is called Dahi vada. Thayir vada or Dahi vada is a very simple recipe. I normally make it when I have left over vadas from the previous day. Occasionally have made it when I have guests at home. One important thing to be careful is that the yoghurt you use […]

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ALOO TIKKI/ POTATO PATTIES

Aloo Tikki/ Potato Patties, is a popular North Indian dish normally served in Chaat stalls in India. It can be made in different variations. Normally I make them with potatoes only, but today had a desire to make it with peas and potatoes. They are normally served with tomato ketchup or chutneys. Ingredients • 3 […]

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UZHUNNU VADA RECIPE

Uzhunnu Vada aka Medu Vada or Urad Dal Fritters is a popular south Indian snack usually served with Masala Dosa or taken as a breakfast itself. Here I am sharing some tips to improve the texture of vada……..To make vada crispier, add 1 tbsp of rice powder to the batter and mix well. Keep it idle for […]

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