Sizzling Tastebuds

Thengai Barfi | Coconut Fudge

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:10:41 PDT

Thengaai barfi (or coconut fudge) brings forth so many childhood memories. Of grandmom picking the coconut from our own backyard and lovingly grating mounds of coconut and stirring it over...

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Masoor Dal Sundal | Whole Red Lentil Salad

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:43:07 PDT

I make Sundals (cooked /steamed salads) quite often in my kitchen – not really waiting till Navaratri (Indian Festival), when its made for 9 days at a stretch as an offering to the Gods. For those...

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Round up of MLLA # 59 hosted here, and the winner is.....

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:30:00 PDT

Truly loved hosting the 59th edition of MLLA, brain child of Susan and wonderfully supported now by Lisa. Thank you, Lisa & Susan for this great opportunity. 29 protein filled vegetarian and...

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Menthya Kattina Saaru | A rustic fenugreek-lentil broth from Karnataka

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:40:36 PDT

Nature offers us such a vibrant food palette – from deep greens of Spinach to Orange-yellows of Squash to fuchsia pink of beetroot, its a riot of colour on our plate. And a wonderful way to celebrate...

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Hosting "Kids Delight - Party Ideas" event : 15th June - 15th July 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 03:28:52 PDT

Parties ! And who doesnt like them :-)) Be it Kitty parties or Kids' birthday parties, anniversaries or baby shower. Parties are something all of us would love to attend, and host in equal fervour....

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Hosting "Healthy Me and Healthy Us" event for June 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 03:51:06 PDT

Feels good to be back hosting an event for Priya Mitharwal's Healthy Me, Healthy Us event for June 2013. Thanks Priya for this opportunity. Although am late by a day in announcing this...

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Roundup of "Summer Splash" + winner of the Cuponation Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 03:51:31 PDT

Thank you for the overwhelming response to "Summer Splash event and Giveaway".. 86 mouthwatering entries - and perfect Summer Treat too ... Thank you dear friends for your wonderful...

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Eggless French Toast

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 03:51:50 PDT

French Toast and eggless ??!! That's what S asked me as I went on to prepare this over the weekend. Everytime we are on a vacation or at a restaurant buffet for breakfast, the strong smell of Vanilla...

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Dry Fruits Milkshake | Healthy Milkshake for kids | Summer drinks

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:56:00 PDT

We begin the 2nd week of Blogging Marathon # 28 today, and my chosen theme is Kid's Delight Foods - 5 ingredient Fix. Hosted by Pavani, this event by Valli has seen many interesting themes,and this...

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7 Kari Kootu | Ezhu kari Kootu | Pongal Recipes

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sun, 05 May 2013 02:46:08 PDT

Coming to the last day of the Kootu series in this Blogging Marathon. After Karamani Kootu, Podalangai Poricha Kootu, today's dish Ezhu Kari Kootu (Tamil : Ezhu - 7, Kari - vegetables or...

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Podalangai Poricha Kootu | Snakegourd and Lentils gravy

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sat, 04 May 2013 01:49:00 PDT

Coming to the 2nd day in the Tamilnadu Kootu Series under Blogging Marathon is Podalangai Poricha kootu (Snakegourd and lentils gravy). Its one of the family's favourites, and is made often to go...

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Kathrikkai Karamani Kootu - Version 2 | Brinjal & black eyed peas gravy | Side dish for Rice & Curd rice

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Fri, 03 May 2013 22:14:46 PDT

When Srivalli announced this theme on Kootu (or lentil-veg gravies) made from Tamilnadu for Blogging Marathon , I was happy for two reasons - Kootu features regularly in our regular menu as well...

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Magic Mingle # 17 Challenge

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Fri, 03 May 2013 02:40:39 PDT

The scorching summer is here (well, in most parts of the world). And its raining sweltered days (and nights)... Makes us want to grab a glass of fruit juice, Lassi, Salads or any other light Summer...

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Hosting MLLA # 59 (My Legume Love Affair) along with a giveaway....

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Fri, 03 May 2013 22:20:59 PDT

Its truly a dream to host Susan's MLLA (My Legume Love Affair) at my space all this May. This is one event that has been so popular. Based on legumes, it has seen 58 editions so far, and I...

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Art stuff by kiddo, and a proud mom presents :-)))

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:21:17 PDT

This post falls under "Miscellaneous / Art" in a Food Blog. And although it was a long time coming, want to proudly present some of my elder daughter's art (mainly water colours) which she has made...

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Mor Milagai | Buttermilk Sundried Chillies | How to make Mor Milagai - Easy Condiments

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:21:01 PDT

Mor Milagai (or sun dried chillies - flavoured with buttermilk and salt) is a South Indian Condiment made mostly in the states of Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Although made through the...

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Ugadi Manga Pachadi | Ugadi Festival Recipe, and a peek into a South Indian Thali (Food Platter)

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:16:47 PDT

Before we get on to the post of the day, let me take you through how Traditional dishes in South India have evolved, and how they form part of any formal sit down meal – be it at festivals or any...

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Oats Masala Vadai | Savoury Oats Fritters | Quick Tea time snacks

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 08:57:11 PDT

Oats in a different form. And deep fried delight. Its quite an oxymoron, isnt it ? Healthy fried delight... Try this out and you would love it. Oats is a standard ingredient in my grocery shopping...

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Watermelon & Ginger Punch | Summer Coolers

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 04:45:08 PDT

Whats a party without a fruit punch ? Having served quick bites for the Mega Marathon last 4 days, I thought time for a drink. And make the best of the season with one of my favourite fruits -...

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Bread Dahi Wada | Quick Kids Snacks | Bread Dahi Vada

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 01:41:38 PDT

A quick to make and tongue tickling snack - Bread Dahi Vada is simply breathtaking in its simplicity and also satiates that craving for quick snacks - both for kids and adults. Bread (in...

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Low fat Honey Chilli Pepper Wrap

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:58:00 PDT

The name sounds long. But its filled with yummy goodness and is a favourite with kids in a birthday party as well for school lunchbox. Easy to make ahead, all you need to do is assemble the stuff to...

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Aloo Tikki - Choley | Spicy Potato Patties served with White Peas gravy

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 23:01:00 PDT

Ah ! The joys of eating... brings forth so many memories. And Aloo Tikki - Choley is quintessentially Chandini Chowk, in Old Delhi. Simmering in oil on glistening tavas (skillets), the...

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Eggless Chocochip Coconut Muffins & Bread - 2 recipes

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 20:57:26 PDT

I write this post with a happy heart. This is one of the first things I baked after my 2nd daughter was born. I approached the trusted but packed-up oven with a little trepidation. The goody...

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Magic Mingle Challenge # 16 - April 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 18:30:01 PDT

Welcome Minglers to another challenge. And a thunderous applause to all those who braved last month's challenge of Pistachio and Tea... wonderful yummy entries. And to tingle your tastebuds...

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Gatti Pakoda | Deep fried gramflour dumplings

noreply@blogger.com (Kalyani) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 02:55:00 PDT

Gatti Pakoda (Gatti - means dense or hard) comes from Bombat Bhojana cookbook series. He had described Pan Pakoda in that which was very interesting.. and I adapted the same with...

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