tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:21:50 +0000Cuisine:IndianVegetarianBlogging MarathonBakedSoupsNSidesBreakfast And BrunchSweet/DessertAppetizer/Starters/SnacksNon-VegetarianPoultryUnder30MinutesRecipeReplicaChickenCuisine:AmericanCuisine:ItalianEggDishesBasicsVeganCakePastaCheeseSpecialOccasionEgglessRiceDrinks/SmoothieGastronomicGallivantHowToKid-FriendlyAwardsGeneralChutney And DipDeepFriedPancakesTurkeyReviewReviewAndARecipeGiveawaySaladStuffedDelicaciesCuisine:TurkishFermented FoodsFromFamilyNFriendsFruitPuffPastryCuisine:FrenchFromBooksNChefsLambMYOB(MakeYourOwnBurger)MuffinsSeafoodYogurtBandW WednesdayBiryani/PulaoCuisine:MexicanFromLeftoversMushroomSandwich/BurgersShakes and SmoothiesTalesBreadCuisine: MiddleEasternCuisine:FusionFlatBread/RotiGuestPostJuice/BeveragesMileStonePostsTwilightSagaFoodCuisine: GreekCuisine:EnglishCuisine:MoroccanFastFoodPizzaPowerFoodAboutChocolateRecipesCookiesCuisine:AlgerianCuisine:GreekCuisine:HaitiCuisine:IrishCuisine:KenyanCuisine:LebaneseCuisine:MalaysianCuisine:MozambiqueCuisine:RussianCuisine:SouthAfricanCuisine:SpainCuisine:SwissCupcakesGivewayHomeRemedyLeftMicrowaveOatmealPaCuisine:IndianPodiRepostsTipsTravel/Vacation~Tasty Tales from a Flexitarian Foodie~http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))Blogger432125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-8739130045306508044Thu, 02 May 2013 13:03:00 +00002013-05-16T08:00:42.687-04:00 Dear Readers, How have you been? I know its been while, nearly a year since I decided to stop by and say hello. I thank you all for inquiring about the blog and me. I assure you, I have neither gone belly up nor decided to abandon the blog. Considering this being the first post of the year, is it appropriate to say 'Happy New Year'? LoL. I know its a little late, but its better late than never, http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2013/05/looking-back-before-springing-forward.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-3666540820537128744Mon, 27 Aug 2012 10:52:00 +00002012-08-27T06:55:12.459-04:00Blogging MarathonSweet/DessertVegetarian I was craving for some mangoes a couple of weeks ago..this single wish/thought was driving me insane--  I wish I could sink my teeth into a plump juicy perfect mango-- My dad "telepathically" got the message. So when my sister and b-i-l came for a visit he sent 2 cartons of them from New Jersey's Indian stores. Now, that is Parental Love -- Greatest,boundless,all-encompassing, http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/08/fruit-kesari-blueberry-kesari.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-7382059298816914030Sun, 26 Aug 2012 12:04:00 +00002013-04-30T06:26:23.499-04:00 Second recipe from Tamalapaku: Ragi Idli/Steam Finger Millet Cakes. I pretty much followed the base recipe but substituted Cracked Wheat instead of Cracked Rice/Idli Rava. I had it with pressure cooked chicken curry (~ to the one I posted last week) and Stuffed Egplant in Kadai Gravy. Ingredients: 2 Cups Ragi Flour 3/4 Cup Whole and Hulled Black Gram/Urad Dhal 1/2 Cup Cracked http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/08/ragi-and-cracked-wheat-idli.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-4731333199642897831Sat, 25 Aug 2012 15:08:00 +00002012-08-26T08:03:03.832-04:00Blogging MarathonChutney And DipCuisine:IndianUnder30MinutesVegan For this week's recipes I am going to borrow recipes from Tamalapaku  for the theme "Cook from fellow BM-ers". It was difficult to narrow down to just one blog..it was a tough task. For today, I wanted to start off with a chutney recipe perfect for Idli, Dosa, Pongal, Upma or almost any Indian breakfast items. The base recipe is Tamalapaku's Walnut Chutney that kind of evolved http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/08/coconut-walnut-chutney.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-7770001496743342700Thu, 23 Aug 2012 02:44:00 +00002012-08-22T22:44:01.329-04:00Shakes and SmoothiesUnder30Minutes Inspired by Naked Juice's "East-Meets-West" Lychee-Coconut Water juice, I set out to make a similar version at home with the addition of peaches. The Lychee is super sweet, so is the coconut water so there is no need to add sugar. A true elixir for anyone having a summer meltdown. I Ingredients(1 Large or 2 Small Servings: 12 Lychee, peeled and stoned 1 Cup Chopped Fresh/http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/08/lychee-peach-and-coconut-water-elixir.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-8324880913477729012Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:27:00 +00002012-08-20T11:29:35.496-04:00Blogging MarathonBreakfast And BrunchUnder30MinutesVeganVegetarian Cracked Wheat Upma with Roasted Vegetables is a match made in heaven. We love it at our house. My husband never warmed up to anything brown until recently(say 1-2 yrs n counting). To make him eat brown rice, wheat bread, Whole-Wheat Roti,Wholegrain cereals, I had to do just about everything shy of walking upside down. Now I am happy to say he has acquired the taste and tolerance for them http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/08/cracked-wheat-upma-with-oven-roasted.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-8630015429612371138Sun, 19 Aug 2012 10:47:00 +00002012-08-19T06:47:35.771-04:00Blogging MarathonBreakfast And BrunchUnder30Minutes Having a nutritious and wholesome breakfast is an awesome way to kick start the day. This is certainly one such dish and it is a breeze to whip it up - Both the Compote and spiced Oatmeal can be done in under 30 minutes. Plum-Strawberry Compote: Recipe here (Cooking time: Start to finish ~ 15 minutes, if cutting fruits in the food procesor) Ingredients: (Makes 1 healthy Serving. http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/08/spiced-flaxseed-oatmeal-with-plum.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-8527982503832862901Sat, 18 Aug 2012 02:37:00 +00002012-08-19T06:35:51.117-04:00Blogging MarathonChickenPoultrySoupsNSidesUnder30Minutes Its been a quiet 2+ weeks on the blogging front as I was tied up with plenty of personal stuff. Its good to be back for this month's Blogging Marathon for the theme "Under 30 minute meals". It is so hot around this time of the year and the less time I spend in the kitchen, the better for me which is probably why I chose this theme this month.This is the quickest Chicken Curry that I have ever http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/08/pressure-cooker-coconut-chicken-curry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-3856079304163341983Fri, 27 Jul 2012 10:03:00 +00002012-07-27T06:05:35.552-04:00Blogging MarathonCuisine:IndianSoupsNSidesVegetarian A quick round-up of what I posted this month before I share with you all the yummy potato curry: Week1: Cake/Cupcake Decoration/Frosting Day1: Eggless Red Velvet Cupcake with Cream-Cheese Frosting Day2: Eggless Chocolate Cupcake With Cream-cheese Freeze-dried Blueberry Frosting Day3: Tres Leche Cupcake With Whipped Cream and Fresh Fruit Topping Week2: Biryani/Pulao Varieties Day1: Fenugreek http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/fabulous-baby-potatoes-curry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-1221170636689108189Thu, 26 Jul 2012 01:30:00 +00002012-07-25T21:30:53.186-04:00Blogging Marathon Inspired by this recipe, I set out to make this curry and I have been frequently making this since last year with different types of lentils and beans. A wonderful curry with unusual combo of raw papaya fruit and lentil. Ingredients: 1/2 Cup Red Bean, soaked for 3-4 hours 1 Raw/Green Papaya 2-3 Tbsp Chopped Red Onions 1 Tsp Mustard seeds 1 Tsp Split Hulled Black Bean/ Urad dhal 1/2 Tsp Cuminhttp://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/rawgreen-papaya-and-red-bean-curry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-808128037676693569Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:25:00 +00002012-07-24T06:25:01.992-04:00Blogging MarathonSoupsNSidesVegetarian I don't see these green eggplants in the market often. When I did, I was overjoyed and grabbed a handful to make this spectacular dry curry.  Ingredients: 8 Green Oriental Eggplants Olive Oil Lemon Wedges, for Garnish Cilantro stalks, for garnish For the Marinade: 1-1/2 Tbsp Coriander Powder 1/2 Tbsp Paprika 1/2 Tbsp Chili Powder or less/more Salt, as needed 1/4 Tsp Turmeric Powder 1 http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/oriental-eggplant-curry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-5889316568032743115Fri, 20 Jul 2012 02:56:00 +00002012-07-20T06:22:24.557-04:00BasicsBlogging MarathonCuisine:IndianHowTo This is MIL's signature Health-Mix Powder recipe that she makes with so much love and care for her dear dear grandson. This powder is really something! You will see when you scroll down to look at the ingredient list. I have been feeding this "fortified porridge" since when my son Aran was 18 months old. I call this a "wonder powder". Sometimes I make this porridge for myself too. It is simply http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/multigrain-lentils-nuts-health-mix.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-7489817275331982218Thu, 19 Jul 2012 01:40:00 +00002012-07-19T06:15:25.929-04:00BasicsBlogging MarathonCuisine:IndianHowTo Ginger-Garlic paste, like Masala powder is a must in Indian cooking. I cannot imagine a dish without ginger and garlic, be it vegetarian or non-vegetarian. Having the paste handy will save you time on peeling, chopping and mincing. I don't bother much making this at home as I don't mind using the readymade ones from stores.They are equally good. Common Concern about the greenish hue the "http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/homemade-ginger-garlic-paste_18.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-4551300334478052212Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:52:00 +00002012-07-18T20:24:17.221-04:00BasicsBlogging MarathonCuisine:IndianHowTo  Ingredients: 3 to 3-1/2 Heaped Scoops All-Wheat (No-Maida) Atta Flour (I used Aashirvaad Brand) 3 Tbsp Low-fat Buttermilk 1 Tsp Olive Oil 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 Cups Warm Water 1/4 Tsp Salt Procedure: Add the Atta Flour to the Food Processor.  Pour the buttermilk, oil and add salt. Close the lid and run the processor at medium speed. Sice buttermilk has lactic acid, it helps to http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/basic-roti-dough-roti-making.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-5217057645498234174Thu, 12 Jul 2012 10:42:00 +00002012-07-12T06:47:43.536-04:00Biryani/PulaoBlogging MarathonCuisine:IndianRiceVegetarian The minute I saw this at Valli's space, I knew I would be making it.. Soon.. So I did and did again. First thing that I loved about her Biyani was the color. It looked so vibrant. I used Kashmiri Chili powder to give my Biryani a similar color. How do you like it? How do you like it? The second thing was the big fat "Vat" that was used to make the biryani in such a large scale! Totally http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/soy-nugget-and-vegetables-biryani.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-1664822304263442326Wed, 11 Jul 2012 11:01:00 +00002012-07-11T22:38:27.979-04:00Biryani/PulaoBlogging MarathonCuisine:IndianRiceVegetarian Here is a spectacular way to enjoy home-made bean sprouts. What's on the plate?? Sprouted Bean Pulao, Bean Sprouts and Avocado Salad, Boiled Spiced Egg and Raita. Learn how to sprout "Green-Gram" here: Ingredients: 1-1/2 Cups Homemade Green-Gram/Mung Bean Sprouts 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 Cups Basmati Rice, soaked for 30 minutes and cooked until firm but tender 2 Medium Yellow Onion, http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/sprouted-green-grammung-bean-pulao.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-2617350897606485785Tue, 10 Jul 2012 10:39:00 +00002012-07-10T06:39:51.165-04:00Biryani/PulaoBlogging MarathonCuisine:IndianVegetarian Having grown up eating variety of rice-based dishes, I have to say Biryani, Pulao/Pilaf is the most preferred and much anticipated rice based dish. This week I will be posting a few Biyani, Pulao recipes. Ingredients: 2 Cups Aged Basmati Rice 1 Bunch Fenugreek Leaves "Methi" 1 Green Bell Pepper 1/3 Cup Fresh or Frozen Green Peas 2 Medium Red Onion, slit vertically 2-3 Ripe Roma Tomatoes, http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/fenugreek-leaf-and-vegetable-pulao.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-30443745342176273Fri, 06 Jul 2012 01:57:00 +00002012-07-05T21:57:00.297-04:00BakedBlogging MarathonCakeCuisine:Mexican After going through a long-list of cake ideas, I decided that Tres Leche Cake is what we will all be sinking our tooth into on hubby's birthday. Since I was baking for a 12+ crowd, I wanted a fail-safe recipe. So I went surfing in Martha's website. I have tried many recipes from her site(Remember Italian Plum Cake? Eggless Pear-Upside Down Cake?) and they have all turned out splendid! So I was http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/tres-leche-cake-with-whipped-cream-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-2252364628043155472Wed, 04 Jul 2012 19:45:00 +00002012-07-04T22:14:36.899-04:00BakedBlogging MarathonEggless To all my readers from the USA, Happy 4th of July. I meant to post this a little early but I came home real late after taking my son out to the beach near my hometown for the fireworks display. It wasn't  large scale as the Macy's FOJ fireworks but nevertheless they were spectacular. Never seen so much crowd in one place. It took us almost 2 hours to come home when on any other day it wouldhttp://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/eggless-chocolate-cupcake-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-4770726046120841155Tue, 03 Jul 2012 10:41:00 +00002012-07-03T06:41:48.950-04:00BakedBlogging MarathonCakeCupcakesEggless Red Velvet Cupcakes are a big fat challenge. No matter what I did they always used to turn up in unappealing color of rust brown. Perhaps it was my hesitancy to add so much color to a food even though it was edible coloring and all. This time though I put a plug to my squeamishness and added more coloring to the cupcake batter.They ended up looking almost like how a RVC should look http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/07/eggless-red-velvet-cupcake-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-2578980321670508605Wed, 27 Jun 2012 01:49:00 +00002012-06-26T22:44:28.906-04:00Blogging MarathonSoupsNSidesUnder30MinutesVegetarian I almost always have Rasam in the fridge, for many reasons-- This is the Indian dish that my son loves the most. He likes it best with slightly smashed white rice, drizzled with a tsp of Ghee and plenty of Rasam, topped with scrambled eggs.. I love to drink it on rainy days and when my tummy needs helps with digestion. Or when I am sick and my taste buds yearns for a little tang. Rasam has http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/06/south-indian-rasam.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-7324514851930276486Mon, 25 Jun 2012 11:51:00 +00002012-07-03T17:47:11.328-04:00Blogging MarathonDrinks/SmoothieUnder30Minutes A nice fiber and protein packed milkshake that is healthy and scrumptious. Ingredients: 6-8 Tunisian Deglet Noor Dates 2-4 Sun-maid California Mission Figs 1-1/2 Tbsp Sun-maid Cape-Cod Cranberries 1-1/2 Tbsp Sun-maid Zante Currants 1 Ripe Chiquita Banana 1 to 1-1/2 Scoop(s) Whey Protein  1/3 Cup Water 1 to 1-1/2 Cups Skimmed Milk Crushed Ice, as needed http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/06/banana-mixed-sun-dried-fruits-and-whey.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-4247112339355818268Sun, 24 Jun 2012 12:21:00 +00002012-06-24T09:27:38.041-04:00Blogging MarathonCuisine:IndianSoupsNSidesVegetarian This is a divine curry that tastes awesome with Lime Rice or Plain Rice. I had a whole packet of these sun-dried papad that prompted me to make this curry which is somewhat similar to my mom's and MIL's "Appala Poo Kootu". This is for the theme "Cooking with Sun-dried foods" Ingredients: 25-30 Sun-dried Khichiya Papad/Papadam/Appalam 1/2 Yellow Onion 1 Small Roma Tomato 1/2 Tsp Fennel Seeds 3http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/06/khichiya-papad-curry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-3188569925254366348Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:59:00 +00002012-12-08T21:43:48.698-05:00Blogging MarathonCuisine:IndianSweet/Dessert I had to do something memorable with the last batch of Sweet Potatoes that I bought from the Grocery last month. As I was pondering what I could do, I recalled that I had bookmarked this recipe a while back. I had some leftover cooked Quinoa that ended up into the pot at the very last minute. How's that for an interesting twist? Lovely way to down the Quinoa if you ask me. I personally http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/06/ratnapuri-sweet-potato-kheer-ratnapuri.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073057108361633082.post-8293538000812513894Mon, 18 Jun 2012 10:20:00 +00002012-12-08T21:41:27.489-05:00Blogging MarathonCuisine:IndianSweet/Dessert I borrowed this recipe from Mom and slightly modified it. Made this for potluck at hubby's workplace. Ingredients(~25 Servings): 4 to 4-1/2 Cups Shredded Beet 1 Cup Skimmed Milk 1/2 Cup Evaporated Milk (Mom uses sweetened condensed Milk) 1/2 to 3/4 Cup  + 1 Tsp Granulated Sugar 5 Green Cardamom Pods 1/4 Cup + 1 Tbsp Ghee/Clarified Butter 1/3 Cup "Halved" Cashews 1/8 Cup Golden http://pangravykadaicurry.blogspot.com/2012/06/beet-halwa-just-like-moms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cool Lassi(e))26