Undrallu are traditionally steamed rice based balls, offered to Lord Ganesha for Ganesh chaturthi. Holding on to the rituals and the cultural practice is very soul enriching. But, empowered by knowledge and science, we can definitely create a superior practice of eating particularly for the …
Dosa, one of the most favorite south Indian breakfasts is a crepe made with fermented batter made lentils and rice. Chutneys made from peanuts , coconut, or even veggies such as tomato as good side dishes for dosa. My main issue about the way we …
When I look back at all the new recipes I thought about in the last month, the common pattern I found is the color green in my foods. Mostly because, the challenge of adding lots of greens to my kids meals is always on. It …
A bountiful variety of millets which are nutritious cereals and were very popular decades ago have been put aside with the changing lifestyle and urbanization. Ragi, Jowar, Bajra are few to name. Ragi, Finger millet, originally was grown in Africa and adapted to Indian climate, …
Malabar spinach ( known as Bachali kura in telugu, Basale) , which is not of the spinach family, originated in South Asia, and loves to be perennial in warmer climates. Succulent leaves, rich in Vit A, C, iron, Calcium, are used in multiple cooking purposes. …
Jowar also known as the great millet/Sorghum, was actually born in Africa, but widely grown in India. Interestingly, United States is currently largest producer of Jowar, which is used primarily for livestock feed. Being a type of millet with 10% protein, and a good source …