Spicy lentil mixture filled in Rice flaps and steamed. Khara Kuchchida Kadabu is very popular in south India and in Karnataka this dish is prepared on Bheemana Amavasya festival. A sweet variety is … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2010
African Tulip Tree
One of the most sought after tree to beautify city lanes, Aftrican Tulip trees are a sight to behold when these trees are covered with the orange blooms. The floor under the trees is colored orange … [Read more...]
Orchid Cottonia Peduncularis – Bee Orchid
As we drove below a huge tree branch in Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, I caught a glimpse of an orchid plant with tiny flowers at the end of the spike hanging downwards. My joy knew no bounds for … [Read more...]
Coleslaw – Cabbage Coleslaw
Coleslaw salad is very popular in western countries. There are so many different versions of this salad and the recipe here is the one that I make quite often. Time Required: 10 … [Read more...]
Papitha Sabzi – Papitha Subzi Recipe – Raw Papaya Side Dish
A side dish prepared using Raw Papaya. This is a very common dish prepared in the kitchens of Orissa and Bihar. Time Required: 25 Minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 medium sized Raw … [Read more...]
Orange Pineapple Punch
Various types of fruits can be used to make mixed fruit juice. Time Required: 10 Minutes Ingredients: 4 Oranges 1 Cup Pineapple pieces 1” Ginger Piece A pinch of Salt A pinch of Black … [Read more...]
Alu Mutter – Aloo Matar – Potatoes and Peas Recipe
Alu Mutter dish is prepared using Peas and Potatoes in tomato gravy. This side dish is very popular in North India. This is served with Indian Bread. Time Required: 25 … [Read more...]
Anthurium
Plant Summary: Anthurium flowers are colorful and their foliage is very attractive making them the most popular ornamental plant in a garden. The flowers last for a long time and are extremely … [Read more...]
Orchid Dendrobium Aqueum
Plant Summary: Dendrobium aqueum is an exquisite epiphytic orchid found in Kolli Hills Tamil Nadu, Himvad Gopalswamy betta in Karnataka and Coorg. The flowers are White with the lip acquiring … [Read more...]
Grape Juice
This Grape concentrate can be prepared and stored for many days. I picked up a basket of juicy black grapes on the way to Ghati Subramanya near Bangalore and mom was only too happy to make this lip … [Read more...]
Oats Dosa
Pancakes prepared using Oats and different types of flours. Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Rice Flour 1 Cup Maida / Plain Flour 1 Cup Rawa / Semolina 1 Cup Oats ½ Cup … [Read more...]
Graceful – Flower Arrangement
Flowers arranged in tall containers have their own grace. This arrangement is made in a Bamboo vase that I bought in Cauvery Nisargadhama. The measurements for the flowers to be cut is per … [Read more...]
Harihareshwara Temple, Harihar
The Harihareshwara temple built in 1223–1224 by Polalva, a commander and minister of the Hoysala Empire King Vira Narasimha II is situated in Harihar / Harihara, Karnataka dedicated to Hari-hara / … [Read more...]
Harihar
Harihar or Harihara city is located in Davangere District of Karnataka at 275 kilometers from Bangalore. Harihar was known as Guharanya because it was ruled by the demon Guhasura. It lies on the banks … [Read more...]
Pineapple Juice
Time Required: 10 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Cups Pineapple pieces 4tbsp Sugar A pinch of Pepper (Optional) A pinch of Salt Method: Churn all the ingredients together in the blender. Sieve … [Read more...]
Karela Alu Subzi – Karela Aloo Subzi Recipe – Bitter Gourd Potato Recipe
A side dish prepared using Bitter Gourd and Potatoes. This dish is very popular in West Bengal. Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Alu / Potatoes 1 Karela / Bitter Gourd 2tbsp … [Read more...]
Madki Kaalina Usali – Matki Chi Usal Recipe – Moth Beans Stir Fry Recipe
My mami used to prepare this dish for breakfast when we visited them for summer vacations in North Karnataka. The dish is rich in protein and is good for growing children and also keeps them from … [Read more...]
Menasina Saaru – Pepper Rasam – Pepper Lentil Soup
Pepper Rasam is a thin curry also known as Rasam. This is unique to Sagar district. Tastes great during winter and adds warmth to the body to fight cold and cough. Time Required: 25 … [Read more...]
