Guess if the picture is that of the Moon or Sun. … [Read more...]
Nimbehannina Gojju – Lemon in sweet and sour gravy – Nimbu Ras Recipe – Mensakayi Recipe
You must be wondering that the Gojju might become bitter, but the Gojju is not bitter and there is a twist in the recipe. At my home whenever Huggi/Pongal is prepared, this Gojju is served as an … [Read more...]
Rave Rotti
Bread prepared using Semolina. Cuisine: Uttara Kannada District Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Rawa / Semolina 1 Onion, Chopped finely 1 Carrot, Grated 2 – 3 Green … [Read more...]
Kigga
Visit to this quaint village surrounded by natural beauty was a joy. Unassuming people with smiles, modest houses and children playing outdoor games greet you in Kigga. It is indeed a breath of fresh … [Read more...]
Balekayi Alasande Huli – Raw Banana and Black Eyed Peas Sambar Recipe
Balekayi Alasande Huli is a South Indian Curry prepared using raw banana and black eyed beans. It is also known as Sambar. Time Required: 30 Minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients: 2 Raw Bananas 1 … [Read more...]
Heerekayi Bonda – Ridge Gourd Fritters – Turai Pakora – Beerekayi Bajji
When you bite into a Heerekayi Bonda (Ridge Gourd fritters) your taste buds are sure to be confused. The outer layer is crispy and spicy and even before the saltiness is experienced a … [Read more...]
Ganji – Red Rice Gruel
A simple and nutritious meal prepared using Steamed Red Rice (Unpolished Rice). Ganji is the staple diet of people from Coastal Karnataka and Kerala in India. Time Required: 30 … [Read more...]
Lotus Temple, New Delhi
The Baha’i house of worship known as Lotus temple was built in 1986 and is situated in Bahapur village in New Delhi. The temple with its unique architectural design and a complementing … [Read more...]
Wish you all a Merry Christmas 2012
May 2012, Hints
During rainy season, it is very common to find mildew and mold on the shower curtains. Wash the curtains in soap water and then rub a lemon wedge over the curtain to remove the mildew … [Read more...]
Eggless Strawberry Pastry
Following is the method to convert the Strawberry sponge cake into a pastry. Time Required: 40 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Strawberry Sponge Cake 150 gms Whipping Cream 2 Cups Sugar Syrup ¼ … [Read more...]
Pudina Poori
A crispy snack prepared using Mint leaves. Cuisine: Indian Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1 bunch Pudina / Mint leaves, Minced 1 Cup Wheat Flour ½ Cup Maida / Refined … [Read more...]
Balehannina Bonda – Banana Fritters
Balehannina Bonda are sweet fritters prepared using ripe Bananas. Something different something sweet! Time Required: 20 Minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients: 2 Robust Ripe Banana / Pachcha … [Read more...]
Eggless Strawberry Sponge Cake
As usual I was very enthusiastic to bake a cake for Christmas. First I baked a Strawberry Sponge Cake and then converted that to a lovely celebration Strawberry pastry. A perfect way to end the … [Read more...]
Avocado Chutney
Avocado or Butter fruit chutney could be a surprise entry for the party menu. Cuisine: South Indian Time Required: 15 Minutes Ingredients: 1 cup Avocado pieces (Avocado should be firm … [Read more...]
Keladi
The historical place Keladi is situated 6 Km from Sagar, Karnataka. Keladi Nayaka kingdom was established in 1499 by Chaudappa Gauda. Chaudappa Gauda came across treasure hidden in a cauldron. … [Read more...]
October 2010 Hints
To sharpen your kitchen knife, just wet the knife and sharpen it on the protruding circle at the back of any porcelain or bone china saucer from tip to end several times. Dry leftover bread in the … [Read more...]
Fried Wonton Straws
This sweet and crunchy snack is very easy to make and tastes great to munch as a snack or to be served as dessert. Cuisine: Chinese Time Required: 10 Minutes Ingredients: 4 – 5 … [Read more...]
Halasinahannina Dosa – Ripe Jackfruit Dosa
Pancakes/Crepes prepared using Jackfruit. This recipe reminds of the Kannada version of the song “The bear went up the mountain”, which goes like this “Karadi bettakke hoyithu…..nota … [Read more...]
Dal Palak – Spinach and Lentils Curry Recipe
A curry prepared using lentils and spinach. This recipe is from North India. Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Thogaribele / Tur Dal / Red Gram Split 1 bunch Palak / … [Read more...]
