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Medu Vada / Medhu Vada / Urad Dal Vada / Ulundu Vadai is a South Indian doughnut-shaped savory fried snack that is soft and crispy. This past weekend I made these Medu Vada / Medhu Vada / Urad Dal Vada / Ulundu Vadai as the weather was cold and rainy, and […]
Coconut is a staple in almost all homes in South India, including ours. As I’m from Kerala, I couldn’t possible make anything without it! From vegetarian to non-vegetarian dishes, homemade Coconut Milk / Thengai Paal / Thenga Paalu gives that extra flavor and creamy consistency to all my gravies. It is […]
Restaurant-Style Tandoori Chicken Recipe is such a vibrant and appetizing dish which shows how a handful of everyday spices can be combined together for an incredible dish that smells great and tastes so exotic! This Restaurant-Style Tandoori Chicken Recipe is another one of my signature recipes that will be very familiar to […]
Kerala Fish (Meen) Molee / Moilee – Kerala Style Fish Stew is a classy gravy which is famous among Kerala’s Syrian Christians. It is made by marinating the fish in masala and frying it. Next, the fried fish is cooked in coconut milk with very low spice and other ingredients. Just […]
Kaju Katli / Kaju Barfi / Cashew Slice is an Indian sweet made with Cashew and Sugar syrup especially during Diwali / Deepavali. I was wondering why it was named Kaju Katli; so after some research online, I found out that Kaju means Cashew and Katli means Slice in Hindi. So its […]
Ashoka Halwa / Thiruvaiyaru Style Asoka Halwa is a popular sweet from the small town of Thiruvaiyaru in Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu which is served for wedding as a part of breakfast. My family loves all things Halwa, and this is yet another fantastic recipe to add to your Halwa […]
Aviyal / Avial / Kerala Mixed Vegetable Coconut Gravy is a great recipe from Kerala. It also takes a major part in the Onam Sadya feast. There are a lot of varieties in aviyal depending on which part of Kerala you are from. It is also made in certain parts of […]
I loved making this Apple Shaped Kaju Katli / Apple Shaped Cashew Nut Burfi inspired by the Apple fruit 🍎. It is made with cashew nuts, sugar syrup, and food color. You can also make them in other shapes like Watermelon, Orange, Strawberry, etc 🍉🍊🍍 They’re SO CUTE! They’ll definitely […]
Paalkova – How to make Palkova / Milk Sweet simply melts in your mouth. It is simple, light, delicious, and one of my favorite ♥ sweets. A look at Paalkova – How to make Palkova / Milk Sweet might be intimidating at first, but really, this is composed of a […]
Paruppu Vadai / Parippu Vada / Chana Dal (Lentil) Fritters are scrumptiously good and filled with flavor, and have a crispy exterior and a soft creamy interior. They make for a fabulous appetizer as well. To make these Paruppu Vadai / Parippu Vada / Chana Dal (Lentil) Fritters, you will need […]
Mysore Pak / Mysuru Pak / Mysore Indian Burfi is an Indian sweet which is famous in South India. It is made with three simple ingredients. Also, it takes a major part in Diwali / Deepavali sweets and weddings, where it is served traditionally along with lunch meals. Sometimes the […]
Motichoor Ladoo (Laddu) / Motichur Ladoo (Laddu) is a traditional Indian festival sweet that simply melts in your mouth. Not only is it tasty, but it is quite simple to make these Motichoor Ladoo (Laddu) / Motichur Ladoo (Laddu), as you only need a few simple ingredients. You could pack these Motichoor Ladoo […]
Kerala Meen Pollichathu / Fried Fish in Banana Leaf Wrap is traditionally known as Karimeen Pollichathu as this recipe is traditionally made with Karimeen (Pearl spot fish). Here I’m gonna make it with Pomfret fish (though you can make it with any kind of fish). Kerala Meen Pollichathu / Fried Fish in […]
Nadan Parippu (Paruppu) Curry / Coconut Dal Gravy is a traditional Kerala curry that is served during the celebration of the Kerala festival Onam as one of the Sadya feast gravies. This recipe is pretty straightforward and basic, but it’s definitely one of those super cozy and comforting simple gravy. If […]
As I’m still seeing Mangoes everywhere, the mango season is not over yet! So I decided to make Mambazha Pulissery / Ripe Mango Buttermilk Gravy because I have been dying to make them for Onam (a Kerala festival which is just around the corner). Mambazha Pulissery / Ripe Mango Buttermilk Gravy takes the main role in Sadya. […]
Tomato Coriander Rasam / Saaru / Chaaru / Soup is a South Indian soup made with blended tomato, coriander leaves (Cilantro), tamarind paste along with other spices. It is very simple to make and is quite delicious. When you taste it, you will experience the rich tanginess. I love the added flavor […]
Pumpkin Erissery / Mathanga Erissery is a traditional recipe from Kerala which takes a prominent spot in Onam Sadya, weddings, and other banana leaf fests in Kerala. There are a few more varieties of Erissery that are made by mixing Pumpkin with different kinds of lentils (dal) and veggies, but […]
Mmmmm…. Okra is my all time favorite veggie. Whenever we go out for grocery shopping, I always pick Okra as the first thing in my shopping bag. So today I decided to make Vendakka (Okra / Lady’s Finger) Kichadi / Bhindi Raita. Vendakka (Okra / Lady’s Finger) Kichadi / Bhindi Raita is […]
As a traditional payasam lover, I love to make a variety of payasams. This Mango Kheer / Mango Payasam / Mampazha Payasam is made with mango puree, milk, and sugar. We’re right in the middle of the Mango season. Though I made my other Mango recipes before, now after a long break for […]
Sarkkara Upperi / Varatti / Puratti – Jaggery Banana Chips is a snack usually made during festival season in Kerala like Onam and Vishu as part of a Sadya meal. To make this snack you will need raw banana and jaggery. I found some at my local Indian grocery store; […]
Varutharacha Sambar / Kerala Style Sambar / Onam Sambar is a traditional vegetable stew that is served in Sadya for Onam, Vishu or any other occasion. Varutharacha Sambar is similar to arachuvitta sambar. This delicious and hearty recipe is made with mixed veggies, dry roasted coconut, and spices. You can also […]
Broken (Cracked) Wheat Payasam / Pradhaman / Kheer is a traditional Kerala dessert made with broken wheat, jaggery syrup, coconut milk, and other traditional ingredients which is served for special occasions and festivals. Broken (Cracked) Wheat Payasam / Pradhaman / Kheer is simple, delicious, and easy to make! The perfect treat for […]
Aval (Poha / Rice flakes) Payasam / Pradhaman / Kheer is a traditional Kerala dessert that is made with jaggery, rice flakes, and milk. It is specially made during festivals as celebrations are considered incomplete without finishing the feast without a yummy Payasam / Pradhaman of some kind 🙂 As Onam is […]
Kottayam Style Red Fish Curry / Meen (fish) Vevichathu is a deliciously mouthwatering spicy and tangy curry which is specially made in Kottayam district of Kerala. It is served along with steamed rice or Tapioca (Kappa). Here is my version of this curry, but each recipe is a little different! Red […]
Chicken Korma / Kurma / Khurma / Qorma is a Mughlai dish which is very popular in India and Pakistan. There are a variety of kurmas made with chicken, mutton, or beef. For veggie lovers, there are a variety of veggie kurmas like Navrathna kurma, White vegetable kurma, Paneer kurma, etc. […]
Biryani is probably one of the most well-known and beloved Indian dishes to many people. Prawn / Jhinga / Shrimp Dum Biryani is a popular Indian / Pakistani dish made with marinated shrimp and cooked rice along with herbs and spices.The variety of colors and textures of this Prawn / Jhinga […]
Surely you’ve heard of the Masala Dosa, but have you heard of the Chicken Masala Dosa?! Chicken Masala Dosa / Pancake / Crepe is a South Indian breakfast that is stuffed with chicken masala and served along with any variety of chutneys. Chicken Masala Dosa / Pancake / Crepe is honestly […]
Chana Masala / Chole Masala / Channay / Cholay is an Indian/Pakistani gravy to serve along with Naan, Roti, Poori, Bhatura. With this recipe, let’s bring out the delicious flavors of traditional Chana masala. Chana Masala / Chole Masala / Channay / Cholay isn’t complicated to make. I’ve put together a […]
If you have never tried making Green Peas Stir-fry / Green Peas Poriyal / Pachai Pattani Poriyal, you really should! If I’m out of fresh vegetables to make a side-dish to pair up with rice, I turn to my trusty freezer and pick up the bag of frozen green peas. This […]
Vengaya Sambar / Pearl Onion Sambar / Shallots Sambar is a popular dish in South India for breakfast that is served along with Idli, Dosa, Upma, etc. It is hearty, savory, and filling. Adding a lot of shallots improves the bold flavor. There are so many ways to make this recipe; each […]
South Indian Tomato Rice / Thakkali Sadam is an easy to make South Indian dish. This recipe is a great way to enjoy your extra tomatoes to make a delicious lunch or dinner. This Tomato Rice is truly flavorful because it is mixed with chopped tomatoes, shallots, and masalas; so […]
There are a lot of Pachadi varieties. Here I am gonna make Kerala Style Beetroot Pachadi / Beetroot Raita, which is an authentic Kerala dish and is a part of Kerala’s Onam feast Sadhya. I love the Beetroot Pachadi’s bright pink color which makes the Sadhya look so colorful. It is […]
I love seafood, and whenever I make this dish, it makes me feel closer to my family even though I’m thousands of miles away from them. As I’m from a coastal region, my whole family loves seafood. The Kerala Fish Fry / Meen Varuthathu / Meen Porichathu is infused with […]
Today, I wanted to make an easy side dish. Thoran is a popular and traditional dish in Kerala which is served in Onam festival feast Sadya. In some parts of Kerala, thoran is also referred to as upperi. There are a lot of different varieties of thoran like beetroot thoran, […]
Potato is a favorite veggie among everyone. Potato Stir-fry / Potato Poriyal / Potato Vepudu / Aloo Sabzi makes for a delicious side dish that is full of flavor and goes well with a ton of different meal options (like lemon rice, coconut rice, sambar, rasam or even chapati.) This […]
This is not just an ordinary Rasam / Chaaru / Saaru… but one made with fresh ingredients which is amazingly fast and easy to make. It is an effective remedy for cold, sore throat, and pollen allergies of early Spring. If you are craving a healing bowl of nutrients, this […]
Puttu is a very popular lip smacking traditional breakfast in Kerala. We can make a lot of varieties in Puttu with different stuffings. Here I’m gonna shareKerala Mutta / Egg Puttu / Egg Steamed Rice Cake to start with. Try this yummy dish at home. If you try this recipe out, […]
Onion Carrot Uttapam / Pancake is a South Indian breakfast. This recipe is pretty close to a restaurant style uttapam and extremely easy to make.
Coconut Rice / Thengai Sadam / Kobbari Annam is another traditional South Indian variety rice. It is a special dish that is made during festivals. And best of all, this recipe is super simple and easy to make. Once you try this coconut rice, you will see how quickly it […]
Mango Mastani / Mastani Style Mango Milkshake is a famous milkshake from the city of Pune. The name Mastani was given to this drink because it is as attractive and beautiful as Bajirao’s Mastani, the Indian queen.
Palak Paneer/ Saag Paneer/ Spinach & Cottage Cheese Gravy is a very popular North-Indian dish. The main ingredients are Spinach (palak) and Indian cottage cheese (paneer). Most classic palak paneer recipes contain a lot more than just spinach and paneer. This particular recipe brings out a perfect bright green color that […]
Calamari has always been a favorite of mine. As for the question of calamari itself, some say that there are two kinds of people – those who like the squid rings, and those who like the tentacles. In our family, we definitely fight over both squid rings and tentacles. Now […]
Let me just start by saying that taking a lunch box to the office or school does not have to be a boring affair. So I’m trying to be creative and have been scouting for easy-to-make and colorful food recipes. Carrot Pulao / Carrot Pilaf / Carrot Pulav / Carrot Rice […]
Drumstick leaves are rich in iron and have many health benefits. Drumstick Leaves Stir-fry / Murungai Keerai Kootu is a healthy dish that can be made in minimal time. I make it a point to cook this dish at home at least once a week. It tastes really good along with […]
Onion pakora / pakoda is a tea time Indian street-snack. It is a perfect snack on a rainy day with hot tea or coffee along with mint chutney or Ketchup. In my childhood, I used to love buying it from the roadside shops. Now I make them at home the same way they used to […]
This Carrot Peas kootu / Carrot Peas Stir-fry is a south Indian dish which has a simple recipe. Whenever I have extra carrots, I like to experiment with different recipes. Today, I’ve tried a South Indian style kootu / stir-fry. I love it because of its color and texture. You […]
Poached / Broken Egg Curry is a Kerala style egg curry. It is one of my hubby’s favorites. It goes well with Parotta, Chapati, Appam, etc. In this recipe, egg absorbs the flavors from the curry and makes the taste delicious. If you try this recipe out, please hashtag your photos […]
Rava Upma is a popular South Indian breakfast. This is perfect for bachelors because it is a quick and easy dish to make with simple ingredients.
Tamarind rice is a common dish in South India. It is usually made for lunch and for special occasions. I heard that in some places, it is a special dish for the baby shower function (along with other varieties of mixed rice). People usually pack it for long travels. The Pulikaichal […]
Here I bring to you a Kerala evening sweet which brings back nostalgic memories. My grandma used to make this for us whenever we visited her. This is a traditional dish and is really easy to make. If you try this recipe out, please hashtag your photos with #MozisMenu on Instagram and tag […]
Paruppu usili is a Tamil brahmin & Iyengar dish. It can be made with various vegetables. It goes well with sambar, vendakkai puli kuzhambu, and pepper rasam. If you try this recipe out, please hashtag your photos with #MozisMenu on Instagram and tag me with @MozisMenu. I love seeing your takes on my recipes!
Tindora is one of the healthy veggies which is very popular in south India. It is a versatile vegetable which can be combined with different types of spices. It is really easy to make and goes well with rice. Today I present tindora fry. If you try this recipe out, please […]
Idiyappam or String Hopper is a popular South Indian breakfast. Masala Idiyappam is made from leftover Idiyappam or from ready-made Sevai available in stores. This would be perfect for breakfast or dinner. Here I’ve added a few veggies; you can even make this without adding veggies on a busy day. If you try […]
Carrot Thoran is a simple and delightful Kerala dish. It also takes a part in Onam / Vishu Kerala feast. It is a healthy dish which contains all the nutrients. It is one of the easiest recipes to make. If you try this recipe out, please hashtag your photos with #MozisMenu on Instagram and tag me […]
Egg biryani is a very easy dish to make. It is a special dish with simple ingredients. This is for egg lovers who have gotten bored with egg omelet, curries etc. Also, it is a spice-less dish, so it is perfect for kids as well. It goes well with raita […]
Poori / Puri is a popular dish in South Asia. It is an unleavened deep-fried Indian bread. It is commonly served at breakfast. It is also served at ceremonial functions along with poori bhaji, Chana Masala, or Korma. If you try this recipe out, please hashtag your photos with #MozisMenu […]
Wheat dosa is a healthy option for diet lovers and can be made in an instant. You can make plain wheat dosa without adding any spices. Here I’ve made a small variation by adding few spices. You can pair it up with coconut chutney, sambar or just with idli milagai podi. If […]
Cutlet is an evening appetizer/snack which goes well with tea or coffee. It is basically made of mashed potatoes with veggies, chicken, beef or fish. You can make the cutlet and freeze it for up to a week, and just deep fry when needed. Here I’ve made chicken cutlet to start with. If you try […]
Gobi 65 is another version of chicken 65 for veggie lovers. It is a crispy cauliflower fry and is a popular appetizer in Indian restaurants. It goes well with vegetable biryani, vegetable pulao or vegetable fried rice. If you try this recipe out, please hashtag your photos with #MozisMenu on […]
Cabbage egg stir fry is a south Indian dish. When you get bored with the usual cabbage stir fry, you can try this recipe which is equally easy to make. It goes well with rice. You can also wrap it in a chapati for lunch; so here goes the recipe. If you […]
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