Sambar, explained to the uninitiated as spiced lentil stew with vegetables. The very word to me is comfort food. We make sambar once a week at least most times. Even after having made it so many times, the taste varies almost every single time. That is because of the combination of veggies I use in…
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Qubani ka meetha
Qubani ka meetha – essentially stewed dried apricots with some apricot kernel seeds added in and sweetened with a little sugar. One of those quintessentially Hyderabadi dishes/sweets. Apricots are truly celebrated in this dish. The recipe is a simple one and ensures that all flavors of apricots come through really well. Sweetness, tartness that is…
N – Non-veg Biryani (Mutton / Chicken)
Coming from the land of Biryani that is Hyderabad, Telengana my craving for Biryani from time to time is understandable. After having tried a multitude of recipes I zeroed upon this one which is a blend between a non-veg pullav and the colorful Biryani. This quick easy recipe is a sure shot heart winner. Do…
Medu vada/Minapa gaareulu
Medu vada or minapa gaarelu, as they are known in Telugu, is ground urad dal batter shaped like a donut and deep fried in oil. Well it is not a donut, as it is a savory item. I think it is the fluffiest, filling, savory donut when made properly. It is served as a snack,…
Khara bath
Khara bath, in my opinion, a spicier take on the humble sooji/rava upma. It can be loaded with more veggies and what makes it different from regular upma is adding some masala powder – vangi bath, sambar or rasam powder. Each of them has a different flavor and surprises your taste buds. This is usually…
Ice cream – Vanilla flavored
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Ice Cream! Good ice cream is always relished. During hot days, a scoop of ice cream provides such respite! And if it were a simple recipe with just a couple of ingredients and homemade, nothing like it! Today, I bring to you a simple ice cream base…
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