A common and a staple food of malabar made with home grown yam, a very heavenly combo of Kachil Puzhungiyathu with Spicy Mulaku Chammanthi that I learnt from my husband’s aunt in Kerala. Kachil (in Malayalam) Rasavalli Kizhangu (Tamil) is botanically called Dioscorea alata commonly known as Purple Yam. Steamed Purple yam is considered to…
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Pachamulaku Chammanthi
Another favorite household recipe that is very regular at home and can be made in a jiffy. Pachamulaku Chammanthi / Green Chilly Shallots Chutney is a spicy chutney recipe normally made using the spicy green chilly variety from Kerala Kanthari Mulaku (Bird’s eye Chillies), shallots and coconut oil. Due to unavailability of that variety I…
Inji Thogayal
Hi all Here is a very simple yet tasty and healthy Thogayal with farm fresh Ginger and Coconut. A digestive recipe that can be made quick and goes well with hot steamed rice, curd rice, Kanji. We make this often at home as it helps in digestion as well as induce appetite. Ginger is known…
Pirandai Kollu Thogayal
Another healthy and interesting Thogayal using home grown Pirandai or Veldt Grape Creeper / Adamant Creeper, Garlic and Kollu / Horse gram. A unique blend which is very tasty with gingelly oil. A must try medicinal recipe 🙂
Amla Ginger Thogayal
Indian Gooseberry – A small to medium sized deciduous tree belonging to Phyllanthaceae family.It is loaded with nutrients, Polyphenols, vitamins, minerals iron and etc. It has been a popular ingredient in Ayurveda and Siddha medicines. It is a potent source of Vitamin C and also rich in iron and calcium. I would say Amla as…
PachaMaanga Chammanthi
A simple and tasty Chammanthi/Thogayal to try with Raw Mangoes this season. It is a delectable recipe to go with hot steamed rice or hot hot Kanji. Kanji and Chammanthi is a fulfilling and hearty meal anytime for my family. I will soon post our family signature Kanji recipe which I learnt from my Father…
Parsley Mint Chammanthi
Parsley is a medicinal and culinary herb that is loaded with nutrients. It is an excellent of vitamin K and vitamin C as well as a good source of vitamin A, folate, and iron.It is considered as one of the world healthiest foods. Parsley is an excellent immune system booster and improves bone health. It…
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