tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:27:34 +0000IndianCurriesKids mealsSimple mealsWesternBreakfast/Dinner/SnacksDalBreadsChutney'sSoupsDessertsRice dishesAppetizersChineseMasala's/Chutney Powder'sDairy productsMexicanPaneer dishesBevaragesSaucesNotes on my cooking experiments for creating bliss through food.https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)Blogger152125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-6830478804517396403Sun, 13 Dec 2020 05:21:00 +00002020-12-12T23:21:47.680-06:00Recipe - Dal parata Ingredients: Wheat flour - 1 and 1/2 cupDal (cooked lentils) - 1 cupGreen Chillies - 3 small Indian chilliesOnions - 1/2 cup (chopped)Cilantro - 1/4 cup Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoonCarom seeds (ajwain) - 1/4 teaspoon Salt - 3/4 teaspoon  Process: Knead all the above ingredients together, just add a tablesppon of water if needed (depends on the consistency of the dal)https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2020/12/recipe-dal-parata.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-7619449240291324370Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:34:00 +00002020-12-13T01:34:08.962-06:00Simple mealsSoupsWesternRecipe - Minestrone Soup with vegetables and awards   Summary: Black beans have high level of protein, minerals and dietary fiber. The soluble fiber helps stabilize the blood sugar level and lower risk of heart disease. Vegetable soup with pasta or sandwich is something, I cook regularly for dinners. I get my family to eat their veggies and protein in one meal. It helps them eat https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/07/recipe-minestrone-soup-with-vegetables.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-6901944060440180455Tue, 01 Jul 2008 23:20:00 +00002020-12-12T23:05:18.593-06:00BreadsBreakfast/Dinner/SnacksIndianRecipe - Chard parata/Akkura rotteluChard leaves paratasSummary Swiss chard is one of the most powerful anti-cancer foods. It has an excellent combination of phytochemicals, chlorophyll, other plant pigments, and soluble fiber. It also contains a generous amount of Vitamin K that is especially beneficial in the maintenance of bone health. Whole wheat flour has good dietary fiber. The https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/07/recipe-chard-parathaakkura-rottelu.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-6887133590432117998Sat, 28 Jun 2008 16:22:00 +00002020-12-12T23:05:39.470-06:00CurriesIndianKids mealsSimple mealsRecipe - Carrot and Toor dal curry (Carrot kandi pappu koora/Carrot poriyal/Gajar ki sabzi) Carrots cooked with Pigeon Peas Summary:Carrots can be eaten in different ways, raw, steamed, in soups, in cakes or in sweets like carrot halwa. Carrot is high in dietary fiber,antioxidants, beta carotene and vitamin A. It is believed that consuming carrots makes a persons eye sight better. I cook https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-carrot-and-toor-dal-curry-carrot.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-4774657986291433413Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:33:00 +00002020-12-12T23:05:58.854-06:00Kids mealsSimple mealsWesternRecipe - Panini Sandwiches SummaryPanini is one of my husbands favorite sandwiches. Whenever we go out to eat, this is something he orders with soup or salad in the side. These sandwiches taste great with sour dough bread and hot soup in the side in winter and with a salad on the side in summer.I bought the panini sandwich maker couple of years ago and ever since, he enjoys the home made https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-panini-sandwiches-summary-panini.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-4237883861149195636Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:26:00 +00002020-12-12T23:06:40.840-06:00DalIndian Recipe - Dill and moong dal (Dill/fennel leaves cooked in Moong dal) Summary"Fresh and dried dill leaves (sometimes called "dill weed" to distinguish it from dill seed) are used as herbs. Like caraway, its fernlike leaves are aromatic, and are used to flavor many foods, such as gravlax (cured salmon), borscht and other soups, and pickles (where sometimes the dill flower is used). Dill is said https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-dill-and-moong-dal-dillfennel.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-5795301398747751295Mon, 23 Jun 2008 21:43:00 +00002020-12-12T23:07:02.164-06:00Recipe - Aloo pakora chaat (Bangaladumpa bajji) (Potato fritter dipped in chickpea flour)Summary Potato fritter/Aloo ke pakode reminds me of my childhood days. When I was young, I couldn't handle the mirchi bajji hotness, and my mom prepared these for me and all of them use to eat mirchi bajji. The base of this recipe allows you to make different kinds of fritters with Mirchi, Onion, Green https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-aloo-pakora-chaat-bangaladumpa.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-1899553148254623053Mon, 23 Jun 2008 02:47:00 +00002020-12-12T23:07:15.636-06:00DalIndian Recipe- Methi and moong dal with tomatoesFenugreek leaves and moong dal with tomatoesSummary:Fenugreek leaves or fenugreek is a natural remedy for migrane, asthma. Fenugreek reduces blood glucose levels, also reduces blood cholesterol. Source : Wikipedia. Methi/Fenugreek leaves can be grown outside the kitchen in a pot. Sprinkle methi/fenugreek seeds in the pot, add https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-methi-and-moong-dal-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-5489839215616493056Sat, 21 Jun 2008 20:30:00 +00002020-12-12T23:07:32.290-06:00CurriesIndianRecipe - Stuffed Baby ZucciniSummary:Zucchini squash is a watery vegetable. Zucchini is found in yellow, light green and green colors. Zucchini is low in calories and good amounts of vitamin A and 1/2 a cup of Zucchini has 19% of required manganese. Source : Wikipedia Stuffed zucchini is a very simple recipe and all my friends love this whenever I make it. In order to save time, I make the https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-stuffed-baby-zuccini-summary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-216509729201375134Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:06:00 +00002020-12-12T23:07:44.471-06:00Kids mealsSimple mealsWesternRecipe - Macaroni and CheeseSummary:Macaroni and Cheese is loved by most of the kids. Mac and cheese is very easy to make, kids eat without fussing. I make mac and cheese atleast once a week. Usually, I buy the mac and cheese packs, which comes with uncooked pasta/macaroni and the cheese sauce sachet (dry). I learnt making the cheese sauce from my friend long back with estimation. https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-macaroni-and-cheese-summary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-3673285115774272425Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:01:00 +00002021-02-22T14:55:52.727-06:00AppetizersIndianWesternRecipe - Bangaladumpa Chips (aloo ke chips)Potato chipsSummaryPotato chips are full of starch and oil. Its is junk food. But for mental health it is ok to eat junk food in moderation. My kids always tease me, asking, "Mom. you made junk food today?" Is it ok, to have junk food? Many more expressions of surprise. I have always seen my mom making potato chips from my childhood. I always use tohttps://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-bangaladumpa-chips-aloo-ke-chips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-4257236391115686772Wed, 18 Jun 2008 13:54:00 +00002020-12-12T23:08:29.135-06:00DalIndianSimple mealsRecipe - Mullakada Pulusu (Drumsticks sambar) (Pigeon Peas cooked with Drumsticks) Summary: Pulusu is part of a nutritious meal as it includes all the components of a balanced meal. It is very suitable for those who want to cook a single side item with rice. Very popular among young couples and busy professionals as it can be cooked relatively quickly. Pulusu is very popular https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-mullakada-pulusu-drumsticks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-1708343365460291628Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:13:00 +00002020-12-12T23:08:43.089-06:00AppetizersIndianRecipe - Aratikaya chips (kache kele ke chips)Raw plantain chipsSummary Plantains has high dietary fiber, vitamin c, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. It is good for people suffering with asthma, bronchitis, cancer. By eating plantain or banana, for diabetics, it temporarily increases the blood sugar and insulin level, and also due to the high dietary fiber may lower the risk of type 2 https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-aratikaya-chips-kache-kele-ke.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-1271601554493074279Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:02:00 +00002020-12-12T23:08:58.127-06:00 Recipe - Dal Parata (dal roti/pappu rotelu) Roti/Parata made with dal Summary: Dal paratas can made with left over dal. Dal Paratas can be served as breakfast/dinner. In north Indian these paratas are enjoyed at breakfast with chai. Dal has good source of protein and whole wheat flour is a good source of dietary fiber. Any kind of dal can be used to make dal parata.https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-dal-parata-dal-rotipappu-rotelu.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-3999055932687396957Sun, 15 Jun 2008 13:28:00 +00002020-12-12T23:10:28.647-06:00Breakfast/Dinner/SnacksIndianKids mealsSimple mealsRecipe - Pesarratu (green moong dal Chelle/Dosa) Whole Moong dal crepes Summary: The regional tastes of Indians vary from state to state and even in a particular state region to region. The 'Pesarattu – Upma" is one typical combination particularly patronized and popular in Coastal Andhra (the region along the rivers Godavari and Krishna). The "Pesarattu – Upma" is a double "DHAMAKA" (treat) forhttps://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-pesarratu-green-moong-dal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-8652505827087441861Sat, 14 Jun 2008 13:21:00 +00002020-12-12T23:10:49.930-06:00Breakfast/Dinner/SnacksIndianKids mealsSimple meals Recipe - Semiya UpmaSalty pudding with semolina noodlesSummary:Semiya Upma comes handy as a quick snack. Semiya Upma can be made with or without vegetables. I prefer to cook Upma with vegetables, keeping in mind the nutrional value for the meal or snack for kids.I prefer to make Upma with bambino vermicelli. Vermicelli is available in pre-cut form, and the noodle thickness is https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-semiya-upma-salty-pudding-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-5510111329996942301Fri, 13 Jun 2008 05:05:00 +00002020-12-12T23:11:02.101-06:00CurriesIndian Recipe - Cabbage and Chana dal curry (Cabbage senaga pappu koora/Cabbage poriyal/Patha gobi sabzi) Cabbage cooked with Bengal gram Summary: Cabbage, an excellent source of vitamin C, can be eaten in soups, salads, pickles, and sandwiches. Vegetable cooking with dal is a very common practise in south India. My kids love this dish, as it has little or no spice added.https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-cabbage-and-chana-dal-curry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-5849369484089464904Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:20:00 +00002020-12-12T23:11:20.767-06:00IndianKids mealsRice dishesSimple mealsRecipe - Khichidi (Khichiri with green moong dal and brown rice) Brown rice and whole green gram cooked together. Summary:Khichidi is very simple to make and can be cooked without much effort. Khichidi made with moong dal is very easy to digest. Khichidi itself can be served as a meal which really doesn't need a side dish. Some would like to eat it with papad too. Khichidi can also be eaten https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-khichidi-khichiri-with-green.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-8751023758034152583Wed, 11 Jun 2008 17:21:00 +00002020-12-12T23:12:07.248-06:00CurriesIndianKids mealsRecipe - Aloo fry (Bangaladumpa vepudu) Potato fry SummaryPotato fry is a very simple and easy to cook dish. This is called as Indian bachelor's dish. Meaning, there will be no person, who doesn't know how to make the potato fry. Potato fry goes well with rasam, and yogurt rice. Aloo fry and rasam make a good combination to serve. Aloo fry can be made crispy without too much oil. Add salt tohttps://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-aloo-fry-bangaladumpa-vepudu.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-5386315078000966270Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:58:00 +00002020-12-12T23:12:20.628-06:00CurriesIndianRecipe - Baingan bhartha (Kalchina vankaya koora) Roasted eggplant curry Summary Eggplants help control cholesterol. They are high in potassium and good source of folic acid. According to Wikipedia, China and India are the highest consumers of eggplant. Just like tomatoes there are different types of eggplants, varying in size and color. Eggplants can be prepared in different styles. https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-baingan-bhartha-kalchina-vankaya.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-4223783854729261170Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:57:00 +00002020-12-12T23:12:38.166-06:00DalIndianSoupsRecipe - Black bean dal Black beans cooked with spices Summary: Black beans, very rich in nutritional value, has protein and cholesterol lowering fiber. Its high fiber prevents diabetes blood sugar levels rising rapidly after a meal. For busy people, slow cooker can also be used for cooking. Preparation of black bean should be planned adequately for slow cooking which takes 12 - 15 https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-black-bean-dal-black-beans.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-9083430578989464137Sun, 08 Jun 2008 14:10:00 +00002020-12-12T23:12:50.260-06:00AppetizersBreakfast/Dinner/SnacksIndianRecipe - Pani Poori/Gol gappeSummary:Gol gappe is a favorite appetizer among food lovers who enjoy spicy food. Many people (including me) remember the childhood days of eating gol gappe served at chat bhandars and savoring the taste. As we grow older and pay attention to the nutritional value of food as well as the hygienic conditions, we tend to be a bit reserved when it comes to enjoying food https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-pani-poorigol-gappe-summary-gol.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-2080301780794710961Sat, 07 Jun 2008 13:15:00 +00002020-12-12T23:22:51.578-06:00Breakfast/Dinner/SnacksIndianKids mealsSimple mealsRecipe - Ravva dosa Semolina crepes Summary: Rava dosa doesn't need any fermentation. They can be prepared right away. For the desired result, it is better to soak the batter for a couple of hours. These dosa's come in handy when there is time restriction with cooking. Pacify's hungry kids as an instant snack. Or even a good morning breakfast. I make these very regularly. Ingredients: https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-ravva-dosa-semolina-crepes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-2034895666972336888Fri, 06 Jun 2008 16:31:00 +00002020-12-12T23:15:24.735-06:00Recipe - Aratikaya koora (Kacche kele ki sabzi) Raw plantain cooked with onion and tomato Plantains has high dietary fiber, vitamin c, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. It is good for people suffering with asthma, bronchitis, cancer. By eating plantain or banana, for diabetics, it temporarily increases the blood sugar and insulin level, and also due to the high dietary fiber may https://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-aratikaya-koora-kacche-kele-ki.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133360184491239938.post-2660305732505697952Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:16:00 +00002020-12-12T23:15:36.659-06:00BreadsBreakfast/Dinner/SnacksIndianRecipe - Gobi Paratha (Gobi ke parathe) (Cauliflower stuffed flat Indian bread)Summary:Cauliflower stuffed parathas can be served as a meal with yogurt and some sweet/spicy pickle. When I came to US, I did not know how to make paratha's. One of my Punjabi friend thought me. I learnt a lot of my punjabi dishes from her. I had to get the hang of it and this is my contirbution for those who arehttps://priya-kitchen.blogspot.com/2008/06/recipe-gobi-paratha-gobi-ke-parathe.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Devi Priya)7