tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90627155622950226452009-11-07T16:42:31.577-08:00Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.comBlogger175125http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/fb_pwrd.gifIndianVegetarianKitchenhttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-69550604293472462952009-11-05T15:35:00.000-08:002009-11-05T16:28:11.087-08:00Dear friends, <br /><a href="http://mahimaasblogroll.blogspot.com/">http://mahimaasblogroll.blogspot.com/</a> has been removed and this space will be used for blogroll in the future. If you want your blog(only&nbsp;food blogs please)&nbsp;to be listed here, leave your blog name and url in the comments section. I would appreciate if you add my mine too! <br /><br />Thanks,<br /><strong><span style="color: #38761d;">Indian Vegetarian Kitchen</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color: #38761d;">http://spicesetc.blogspot.com/</span></strong><br /><br /><b>List of food blogs </b><br /><br />...and a little bit more...<br />http://mixtomatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Adlak's Kitchen<br />http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Appetizing Recipes<br />http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Archy's Recipe Book<br />http://archysrecipes.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Aroma!<br />http://aromahope.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Asvadha<br />http://www.asvadha.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Chandrabhaga<br />http://chandrabhaga.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Chitra Amma's Kitchen<br />http://chitra-ammas-kitchen.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Cookery Corner<br />http://cookerycorner.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Creative saga...<br />http://creativesaga.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Delectable Vegetarian Recipes ...<br />http://vibaas-world.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Dil Se..<br />http://divya-dilse.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Dishes From My kitchen<br />http://dishesfrommykitchen.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Edible Garden<br />http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1086051288758826033/posts/default<br /><br />Enthaligai<br />http://sriharivatsan.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Essence of Andhra<br />http://teluguruchi.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Flavours and Tastes<br />http://lata-raja.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Foodie's Hope<br />http://foodieshope.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />From my kitchen to yours...<br />http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Gourmet Affair<br />http://gourmetaffair.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />HOT N' SWEET BOWL<br />http://hotandsweetbowl.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss<br /><br />In my passionate world........:)<br />http://sharmis-passions.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Indian cooking<br />http://indianhomefood.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Kaleidoscope gallery<br />http://kaleidoscope-articlegallery.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Khazana of my favorite recipes..<br />http://spicykhazana.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Kitchen Chronicles<br />http://delightsofcooking.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Madhus Food Journal<br />http://madhusfoodjournal.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Mom's Recipies<br />http://momrecipies.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />My Kitchen's Aroma<br />http://mykitchenaroma.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />My Scrawls<br />http://www.myscrawls.com/feed<br /><br />N e i v e d y a m<br />http://www.neivedyam.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Paajaka Recipes<br />http://www.paajaka.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Passionate about Life 'n Spice...<br />http://www.monsoonspice.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />plantain leaf(Andhra Recipes)<br />http://plantainleaf.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Preethi's online cookbook<br />http://authentic-food-treasures.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes<br />http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Priya's Sourashtrian Kitchen<br />http://vishnucooks.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Rak's Kitchen<br />http://rakskitchen.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />ramya cooks<br />http://ramyaacooks.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />READY FOR A SUMPTUOUS MEAL?<br />http://realmofspices.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Recipe Center<br />http://recipecenterforall.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />REDCHILLIES<br />http://redchillies.us/?feed=rss2<br /><br />Ruchi<br />http://jaisrecepieblog.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Sai Kitchen<br />http://saikitchen.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Sailaja kitchen<br />http://www.sailajakitchen.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Sanghi's Food Delights!<br />http://sanghi-tastybites.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Sankeerthanam.......<br />http://sankeerthanam.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Simple Home Cooking<br />http://deepaskitchen.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Simple Indian Food- An Easy Cooking Blog<br />http://simpleindianfood.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Simply Sindhi Recipes<br />http://www.simplysindhirecipes.com/feed/<br /><br />Sindhi Rasoi<br />http://sindhirasoi.com/feed/<br /><br />Spiceclub<br />http://spice-club.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default<br /><br />Spicy &amp; 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height: 732px;" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SuiDLUDaqBI/AAAAAAAAJD0/fXIv8O0AP8M/s800/IMG_5145.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br />Dear friends,<br /><br />I am back from vacation! I had a great time with my folks in India! Had lots of sweets, visited temples, spent time with my family and did some shopping :). Overall the trip was relaxing and satisfying.<br /><br />I have always admired my <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://spicesetc.blogspot.com/2009/04/art-gallerystore.html">Grandpa's artistic works</a>. While I was in India, I used that opportunity to learn how to decorate deities from him. I bought a black and white poster of Lord Krishna and tried my hand at adorning him with beads, velvet, pearl, stones and silk. The more I worked on this, the more involved and interested I became. Ain't he cute? :-)<br /><br />OK. It's been a while since I blogged. I am still in the vacation mood. I promise I will get back to blogging and come up with nice recipes next week.<br /><br />Hope you all had a blast on Diwali!!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-5305996442531362174?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/LLP3zmNptGE" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com39tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-6733317144460505232009-08-07T12:16:00.000-07:002009-08-11T08:18:56.556-07:00<a><img style="width: 460px; height: 689px;" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SlircdcwAOI/AAAAAAAAI2Q/4m_gQjEtR9w/s800/mysrasam.jpg" /></a><br /><br />You will be carried away by this aromatic spicy rasam!<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Tamarind-lime size<br />Tomato-1 chopped<br />Hing-1/4 tsp<br />Rasam powder-1/4 tsp<br />Cooked thur dal-1 tbsp<br />Salt<br /><br />To roast till golden brown in a drop of oil/ghee and grind to a coarse powder:<br />Thur dal-1 tsp<br />pepper-1/4 tsp<br />Red chillies-3<br />Coriander seeds-1/2 tsp<br />Channa dal-1/2 tsp<br />Coconut-1 tbsp<br />Jeera-1/2 tsp<br />Coriander leaves-for garnish<br /><br />Seasoning in 1 tsp ghee:<br />Mustard seeds-1/2 tsp<br />Curry leaves-a few<br />Jeera-1/2 tsp<br /><br />Method:<br />Soak tamarind in warm water. Extract 2.5 cups of tamarind water.<br />To tamarind water, add tomato, salt, hing and rasam powder and boil it for 10 minutes.<br />Add the ground powder and continue boiling for 8-10 minutes.<br />Add cooked thur dal and 1.5 cups of water. Let it boil for 5 minutes.<br />Turn off the heat. Do the seasoning and garnish with coriander leaves.<br />Mix with rice and ghee and serve with any curry/pappad.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-673331714446050523?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/_0ssOdb3zOo" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com66tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-43510725280401852902009-07-27T11:34:00.000-07:002009-07-27T11:34:00.525-07:00<a><img style="WIDTH: 460px; HEIGHT: 690px" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SlircoqY5BI/AAAAAAAAI2U/sJ4i5-Nj74Y/s800/instant%20rice%20dosa.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I tried this yummy instant dosa recipe from <a style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold; COLOR: rgb(204,0,0)" href="http://sankeerthanam.blogspot.com/2009/07/rice-dosaunfermented.html">Sankeerthanam</a>. It tasted more like aapam. I had it with mysore rasam.<br /><br />As I followed the recipe verbatim, you can click the above link for recipe.<br /><br />Notes:The batter should be thinner than regular dosa batter but not as thin as rava dosa batter.<br />Pour the batter in a circular fashion starting from outside to inside. Allow the batter to spread by itself.<br />I also added 1/4 tsp of hing to the batter.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-4351072528040185290?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/RFUu-rKqpWk" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-79646389405468846252009-07-17T10:09:00.000-07:002009-07-17T10:09:00.266-07:00<a><img style="width: 450px; height: 675px;" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SljGdOqKwVI/AAAAAAAAI2w/HkEKRcUu4LU/s800/brinjal%20curry.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Serves 2<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Brinjal-5 small chopped<br />Oil-2 tbsp<br />Curry powder-1 tbsp<br />Salt<br />Turmeric powder-1/4 tsp<br />Chilli powder-1/4 tsp<br /><br />Seasoning:<br />Mustard seeds-1/2 tsp<br />Jeera-1/2 tsp<br />Urud dal-1/2 tsp<br />Hing-a dash<br /><br />Curry powder:<br />Fry these ingredients in a drop of oil till golden brown and grind to a coarse powder<br />Urud dal-1/2 tsp<br />Channa dal-1/2 tsp<br />Coriander seeds-1/2 tsp<br />Red chillies-2<br /><br />Method:<br />Heat oil in a wide pan. Do the seasoning.<br />Add chopped or sliced brinjals, turmeric powder, salt, chilli powder and stir gently.<br />Simmer, place a lid and cook until almost done.<br />Remove the lid. Add curry powder and stir for 2 more minutes till brinjal turns crisp.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">This goes to </span><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://sanghi-tastybites.blogspot.com/2009/06/fall-in-love-with-purplish-brinjal-for.html">Sanghi's Food Delight</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> for </span><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://sanghi-tastybites.blogspot.com/2009/06/fall-in-love-with-purplish-brinjal-for.html">Fall In Love(FIL)-Brinjal</a><br /><br />I am in India on vacation :) I have scheduled a few posts once a week. So keep visiting my blog!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-7964638940546884625?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/tcFDcbOtuMI" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com40tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-45101739814846786172009-07-09T22:25:00.000-07:002009-07-10T17:47:28.268-07:00<a><img style="width: 480px; height: 698px;" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SlbQLYIklYI/AAAAAAAAI10/xR8W0hQe9mw/s800/semiya.jpg" /></a><br />Serves 2<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Oil-1.5 tbsp<br />Finely Chopped Mixed Vegetables(onion, carrot, capsicum, peas)-1 cup<br />Garlic chopped-1 pod<br />Vermicelli(Semiya)-1.5 cups<br />Salt<br />Turmeric powder(optional)- a pinch<br />Water-2 3/4 cups<br />Lime juice-1 tsp<br />Coriander leaves- to garnish<br /><br />Seasoning:<br />Cumin seeds-1/2 tsp<br />Mustard seeds-1 tsp<br />Curry leaves- a few<br />Urud dal-1 tsp<br />Green chilli chopped<br />Ginger chopped-1 tsp<br />Hing-a dash<br /><br />Method:<br />Heat oil in a pan. Add ingredients listed under "seasoning".<br />When mustard seeds crackle, add onion and garlic. Saute for 2 minutes. Add rest of the veggies and sprinkle salt and turmeric powder.<br />Saute for 2-3 minutes. Set aside.<br />In the same pan, roast vermicelli on low flame. At the same time, bring water to boil.<br />When vermicelli turns golden brown, pour boiling water and mix well. Sprinkle salt. Cook till it absorbs all the water. Add the veggies, lime juice and coriander leaves and mix well.<br />Serve with pickle/yogurt or sugar.<br /><br />This goes to <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://divya-dilse.blogspot.com/2009/06/show-me-your-breakfast.html">Show me your Breakfast! - July 10th</a> event!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-4510173981484678617?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/GoMZWEQpU9k" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com48tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-82430989490594999752009-07-07T12:33:00.000-07:002009-07-07T13:28:56.738-07:00<a><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SlOikM46K_I/AAAAAAAAI0M/guy4e1Qmqfg/s800/bf.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I bought a pack of assorted dry fruits and nuts and thought of trying breakfast bars with it. It turned out very tasty.<br /><br />Today's breakfast is Dry fruits bar, chopped strawberries and a glass of milk!<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Assorted dry fruits(cashews, almonds, walnuts, pistachio, hazel nuts, roasted chick peas, raisins, dry figs, dried apricots, banana chips, dried cranberries and/or any other nuts/dry fruits you like)-1 cup(approximately 1.5 tbs each dry fruit)<br />Dates(Seedless)-10<br />Cardamom-1/2 tsp<br /><br />Method:<br />Blend all the ingredients together till the mixture becomes slightly wet from the natural oil present in the nuts. Shape them into bars.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sending this to </span><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://divya-dilse.blogspot.com/2009/06/show-me-your-breakfast.html">Show me your Breakfast! - July 10th</a><span style="font-weight: bold;"> event.</span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-8243098949059499975?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/wUc5zZAB5CM" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-51370431148992263652009-07-05T15:52:00.000-07:002009-07-05T16:06:25.943-07:00<a><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SlEuYDVoZiI/AAAAAAAAIv4/aLfbiy1Nld4/s800/payathamparuppu.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Easy, healthy and delicious!<br /><br />Serves-2<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Moong Dal(Payatham Paruppu)-1/3 cup<br />Jaggery-1/4 cup or more(if you want more sweetness)<br />Milk-1 cup<br />Cardamom-1/2 tsp<br />Grated Coconut(Optional)-1 tsp<br />Roasted broken cashews-1 tsp(optional)<br /><br />Method:<br />Pressure cook moong dal with enough water for 3 whistles.<br />Add jaggery, coconut and cardamom to the mashed dal and cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat.<br />After 2-3 minutes, add milk and roasted cashews and serve warm.<br />If the consistency of kheer is thick, you can add some more milk.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-5137043114899226365?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/13szVRKuCD8" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com47tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-28654397163124968322009-06-26T16:51:00.000-07:002009-06-26T22:59:37.023-07:00<a><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SkW0YOK72OI/AAAAAAAAIrE/lObq9kHarj8/s800/stacks.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Stacks of chips ahoy!<br /><br />Hi friends,<br />Wondering why I am back so soon? Well, I miss blogging. I could not resist myself from participating in <a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;" href="http://jugalbandi.info/2009/05/click-june-2009-stacks/" target="_blank">CLICK - Stacks</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> photography event this month. </span>I will be blogging on and off till next month(July) and will be on break till October.<br /><br />Thank you so much for your comments on my 15 minute event round up. I hope you are trying those recipes one by one.<br /><br />How about enjoying a cup of masala tea and some chips ahoy for afternoon snack? This is my entry to <a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;" href="http://jugalbandi.info/2009/05/click-june-2009-stacks/" target="_blank">CLICK - Stacks</a> event.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-2865439716312496832?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/ocLb2LMsC9Y" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com40tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-8718293243282172852009-06-02T13:40:00.000-07:002009-11-01T19:23:05.412-08:00Without dragging further, I present the last round up-part 4(Tiffins and Snacks) and part 5(International Cuisines, Sweets).<br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);" href="http://spicesetc.blogspot.com/2009/06/15-minute-recipes-tiffinspart-4.html#bottom">Click here to jump to part 5</a></span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Part 4-Tiffins and Snacks</span></span><br /><br />Some of the recipes are instant while some of them require advance preparation like soaking, fermenting, boiling veggies etc...<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Idly/Dosa Varieties</span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/onfoEc5qqzY0-CgzwzVOoA?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiWNVH3MZeI/AAAAAAAAIXE/r9QwWfWVLvI/s800/dosasidlis.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Row 1 from left:<br /><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/05/baked-rava-idly.html">Baked rava idly</a>-http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com<br /><a href="http://food-fanatic.blogspot.com/2009/05/savoury-cheela-vegetarian-omelet.html">Savory cheela</a>-Food fanatic<br /><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/curry-leaves-adai.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></a><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/curry-leaves-adai.html">Curry leaves adai</a>-Adlak's Kitchen<br /><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Ghee Roast</a>-Adlak's kitchen<br /><br />Row 2 from left:<br /><a href="http://wheniplaychef.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-entries-to-mahimas-event.html">Crispy Gunth Ponganalu's</a> -When i Play Chef....<br /><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Ghee Podi Dosa</a>-Adlak's kitchen<br /><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Peas Uthappam</a>-Adlak's kitchen<br /><a href="http://easy2cookrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/ragi-dosai-my-grandmas-special.html">Ragi dosa</a>-easy2cookrecipes<br /><br />Row 3 from left:<br /><a href="http://fusion-rg.blogspot.com/2009/05/onion-rava-dosai.html">Onion rava dosai</a>-FUSION<br /><a href="http://vidyascreations.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-been-quite-some-time-since-i-sent.html">Rava idly</a>-VidyaVenky<br /><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Tomato Dosa</a>-Adlak's Kitchen<br /><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/bouncy-paniyarams.html">Bouncy Paniyarams</a>-Adlak's Kitchen<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sailajakitchen.com/2009/04/oats-kuzhi-paniyaram.html">oats kuzhi paniyaram</a>-www.sailajakitchen.com(no picture)<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Deep Fried Snacks</span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/AWyRY-CjsICVLm0wv9swoQ?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiWNVKPsPuI/AAAAAAAAIXA/2MGYFa2rgIU/s800/deep%20fried.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Row 1 from left:<br /><a href="http://vidyascreations.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-been-quite-some-time-since-i-sent.html">Bell pepper baji</a>-VidyaVenky<br /><a href="http://sanghi-tastybites.blogspot.com/2009/04/sweet-mango-pachadi-and-spicy-veg.html">Spicy Veg Cutlet</a>-Sanghi's Food Delights<br /><a href="http://kavithavin-kaivannam.blogspot.com/2009/05/kajayam.html">kajayam</a>-Kavitha'vin Kaivannam<br /><br />Row 2 from left:<br /><a href="http://sanghi-tastybites.blogspot.com/2009/04/tomato-egg-fried-rice-egg-curry-and.html">Onion samosa</a>-Sanghi's Food Delights<br /><a href="http://wheniplaychef.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-entries-to-mahimas-event.html">BabyCorn</a> - Avarekaal Pakodi<br /><a href="http://sriannapurna.blogspot.com/2009/04/plaintainaratikayavazhakkai-bajji.html">Plaintain bajji</a>-Annapurna<br /><br />Row 3 from left:<br /><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/05/plantain-chips.html">Plaintain chips</a>-http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/<br /><a href="http://easy2cookrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/chithirai-thiruvizha-meenakshi-kalyanam.html">Banana rava paniyaram</a>-easy2cookrecipes<br /><a href="http://easy2cookrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/sweet-bonda.html">Sweet bonda</a>-easy2cookrecipes<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >Low fat Snacks/Tea time Snacks</span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/pbDICA3b-rfVvgI68WWPNw?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiWNuraQaeI/AAAAAAAAIXU/ecLakaEhnAI/s800/tea%20time%20snacks.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><ol><li><a href="http://paritaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/baked-sweet-potato-chips.html">Baked Sweet Potato Chips</a>-Parita's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://www.fewminutewonders.com/2009/04/healthy-bhel-salad.html">Healthy bhel salad</a>-Few Minute Wonders</li><li><a href="http://thechefandherkitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/microwave-chatpat-masala-kajucashewnuts.html">Microwave chatpat Masala Kaju</a>- The Chef and Her Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://vidyascreations.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-been-quite-some-time-since-i-sent.html">Channa chat</a>-VidyaVenky</li><li><a href="http://www.thayirsaadham.com/?p=372">Crunchy sunda</a>l-thayirsaadham</li><li><a href="http://vidyascreations.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-been-quite-some-time-since-i-sent.html">Cup of corn</a>-VidyaVenky</li><li><a href="http://cuisinepoint.blogspot.com/2009/04/davanagere-masala-mandakki-nargis.html">Davanagere Masala Mandakki / Nargis Mandakki</a>-http://cuisinepoint.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/healthy-sprouted-bhel-recipe.html">Healthy sprouted bhel recipe</a>-http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/</li><li><a href="http://malini-recipe.blogspot.com/2009/04/jhal-moori.html">Jhal Moori</a>-Khana Khazana with Malini</li><li><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/05/masala-papad.html">Masala papad</a>-Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://vibaas-world.blogspot.com/2009/04/oatmeal-poha-revisited-and-entries-for.html">MW Chivda</a>-Delectable Vegetarian Recipes</li><li><a href="http://kalyanikitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/mora-moraalu-chaat-puffed-rice-chaat.html">Mora Moraalu Chaat (Puffed Rice Chaat)</a>-Kalyani's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://aromahope.blogspot.com/2009/04/samosa-chaat-baby-butter-beans-potato.html">Samosa Chaat</a>-Aroma</li><li><a href="http://wheniplaychef.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-entries-to-mahimas-event.html">Soosla</a> -When i Play Chef....</li><li><a href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/spicy-mango-slices.html">Spicy mango slices</a>-Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes</li><li><a href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/ever-healthy-spicy-mixed-cereals-with.html">Ever healthy spicy mixed cereals with nuts</a>-http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/</li><li><a href="http://indianfoodfever.blogspot.com/2009/05/spicy-corn.html">Spicy corn</a>-Indian cooking made easy</li><li><a href="http://kaleidoscope-articlegallery.blogspot.com/2009/05/sundal.html">Sundal</a>- http://kaleidoscope-articlegallery.blogspot.com/</li><li><a href="http://simplysara07.blogspot.com/2009/05/aval-pori-masala-mix.html">Aval pori masala mix</a>-Sara's corner</li></ol><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Instant Tiffins-Upmas, Poha, Besan dishes</span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/9KXpAheodw3I-2vP1cgktg?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiWNulp4RHI/AAAAAAAAIXY/fu4u621iGMk/s800/upmas.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><ol><li><a href="http://authentic-food-treasures.blogspot.com/2009/05/aval-upma-maharashtrian-poha.html">Aval upma</a>-Preethi's online cookbook</li><li><a href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Aval Usili</a>-From my kitchen to yours…</li><li><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Aval Uppuma</a>-Adlak's kitchen</li><li><a href="http://cookerycorner.blogspot.com/2009/05/batata-aloo-poha.html">Batata (Aloo) Poha</a>-Cookery Corner</li><li><a href="http://foodandspice.blogspot.com/2009/04/scrambled-chickpea-flour-with-fiery-red.html">Scrambled Chickpea Flour with a Fiery Red Chili Paste</a>-Lisa's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://simpleindianfood.blogspot.com/2009/04/dosa-upma.html">Dosa upma</a>-Simple Indian food</li><li><a href="http://madhusfoodjournal.blogspot.com/2009/04/pulikuzhu-morkuzhukali.html">Mor Koozhu /Kali</a>-Madhu's Food Journal</li><li><a href="http://www.kitchentantra.com/2009/05/15-minutes-cooking.html">Gothumai Kitchedi</a>-Kitchen Tantra - tease your palate</li><li><a href="http://niveditaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/gram-flour-vadi.html">Gram flour vadi</a>-http://niveditaskitchen.blogspot.com/</li><li><a href="http://kayalcooks.blogspot.com/2008/09/idly-upma.html">Idly upma</a>-Kayal's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/05/khandvi.html">khandvi</a>-http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://kavyanaimish.blogspot.com/2009/04/majjiga-sojjiroasted-upma-ravva-cooked.html">Majjiga Sojji</a>-Kavya's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://satya-anwesha.blogspot.com/2009/05/milk-pohapaala-atukulu.html">Milk poha</a>-Satya's cooking experiments</li><li><a href="http://vibaas-world.blogspot.com/2009/04/oatmeal-poha-revisited-and-entries-for.html">Onion Carrot Oatmeal Poha</a>-Delectable Vegetarian Recipes</li><li><a href="http://vidyascreations.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-been-quite-some-time-since-i-sent.html">Pidi kozhakattai</a>-VidyaVenky</li><li><a href="http://recipesbysam.wordpress.com/2009/05/15/15-minute-cookingspices-pohe/">Pohe</a>-Sam's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://lata-raja.blogspot.com/2009/05/pori-upma.html">Pori upma</a>-Flavours and Tastes</li><li><a href="http://lata-raja.blogspot.com/2009/05/pori-upma.html">Puli aval</a>- http://kaleidoscope-articlegallery.blogspot.com/</li><li><a href="http://kavyanaimish.blogspot.com/2009/04/gunta-punugulu.html">Gunta Punugulu</a>-Kavya's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/mixed-vegetables-quinoahigh.html">Mixed Vegetable Quinoa</a>-http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://kayalcooks.blogspot.com/2009/05/rava-kichidi.html">Ravakichdi</a>-Kayal's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Rava Kichadi</a>-Adlak's kitchen</li><li><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Semiya Uppuma</a>-Adlak's kitchen</li><li><a href="http://wheniplaychef.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-entries-to-mahimas-event.html">Shavige Upma</a> -When i Play Chef....</li><li><a href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Thayir Oats</a>-From my kitchen to yours…</li><li><a href="http://vibaas-world.blogspot.com/2009/04/oatmeal-poha-revisited-and-entries-for.html">Tomato Poha</a>-Delectable Vegetarian Recipes</li><li><a href="http://kavyanaimish.blogspot.com/2009/04/uppindi.html">Uppindi</a>-Kavya's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://plantainleaf.blogspot.com/2009/05/vegetable-poha-atukula-upma.html">Atukulaupma</a>-plantainleaf</li><li><a href="http://saltandspice.org/2009/05/06/carrot-coconut-upma/">Carrot-Coconut Upma</a>-http://saltandspice.org/<br /></li></ol><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >Noodles/Sevai</span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/KBEQx_w9Ynpmh9eIRO1c7Q?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiWNVC6W5vI/AAAAAAAAIXI/-znc4-CvN10/s800/noodles.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Row 1<br /><a href="http://www.hungrydesi.com/2009/05/09/15-minute-indian-chinese-noodles/">15 Minute Indian Chinese Noodles</a>-hungry desi<br /><a href="http://vibaas-world.blogspot.com/2009/04/thengai-sevai-coconut-rice-noodles.html">Thenga sevai</a>-Delectable Vegetarian Recipes<br /><a href="http://vibaas-world.blogspot.com/2009/04/oatmeal-poha-revisited-and-entries-for.html">Lemon Sevai</a>-Delectable Vegetarian Recipes<br /><br />Row 2<br /><a href="http://sriannapurna.blogspot.com/2009/04/veg-hakka-noodles.html">Hakka noodles</a>-Annapurna<br /><a href="http://kayalcooks.blogspot.com/2009/04/simple-veg-noodles.html">Simple veg noodles</a>-Kayal's Kitchen<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bread Sandwiches and quick snacks</span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/UiH8hDqQnSn3pGh89QTmuw?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiWNU9SYz2I/AAAAAAAAIW8/LC7zbyLUbVQ/s800/bread.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Row 1<br /><a href="http://teluguruchi.blogspot.com/2009/05/instant-bread-sticks-snack-low-fat.html">Instant Bread (Sticks) Snack</a>-Essence of Andhra<br /><a href="http://cookerycorner.blogspot.com/2009/05/chilli-cheese-toast.html">Chilli Cheese Toast</a>-Cookery Corner<br /><br />Row 2<br /><a href="http://saffronapron.blogspot.com/2009/02/pav-bhaji.html">Pav Bhanji</a>-saffron apron<br /><a href="http://kitchenconcotions.blogspot.com/2009/05/cheese-sandwich-toast.html">Cheese sandwich toast</a>-Kitchen Koncoctions<br /><br />Row 3<br /><a href="http://srinithyas.blogspot.com/2009/05/vegetable-omletteegg-less.html">Vegetable Omlette(Egg less)</a>-andhra spice<br /><a href="http://messycooks.com/2009/05/06/veggie-sandwich/">Veggie sandwich</a>-messycooks<br /><br />Row 4<br /><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/healthy-yum-yums.html">Whole wheat sandwich</a>-Usha Nandini's Recipes<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >Part 5-International Cuisines and Sweets</span><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"><a name="bottom">International Cuisines </a></span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/kXU27h_aWqvvc1_JAfk86g?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiWNuYjAcJI/AAAAAAAAIXM/AafJMDSvXso/s800/othercuisines%2025.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Row 1<br /><a href="http://vegetableplatter.blogspot.com/2009/04/avocado-yogurt-dip.html">Avocado yogurt dip</a>-VEGETABLE PLATTER<br /><a href="http://chefinyou.com/2009/05/bissara-fava-bean-dip/">Bissara fava bean dip</a>-Chef In You<br /><a href="http://n33ma-recipeswap.blogspot.com/2009/05/black-bean-patties-on-mock-mashed.html">Black Bean Patty on Mock Mashed Potatoes</a>- Recipeswap<br /><a href="http://foodieshope.blogspot.com/2009/04/iranian-baghali-polou-with-borani-ye.html">Borani Ye Esfenaj</a>-foodie's Hope<br /><a href="http://recipes24seven.blogspot.com/2009/05/bow-shaped-pasta-salad-under-15-minutes.html">Bow shaped pasta salad</a>-Recipes24even.blogspot.com<br /><br />Row 2<br /><a href="http://apskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/buttered-onions-with-mushrooms-pickled.html">Buttered onions with mushrooms and Pickled Cucumbers</a>-Aps Kitchen<br /><a href="http://www.ecurry.com/blog/sides-etc/herbed-carrots-with-ginger-garlic-butter/">Herbed Carrots with Ginger Garlic Butter</a>-eCurry<br /><a href="http://thechefandherkitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/celebrating-my-50th-post-with-chips-n.html">Cashew Aioli</a>- The Chef and Her Kitchen<br /><a href="http://superchef-mirchmasala.blogspot.com/2009/05/crostini-with-goat-cheese-spread-and.html">Crostini with Goat Cheese Spread and a Roasted Red Pepper and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip</a>-Mirch Masala<br /><a href="http://aathidhyam.blogspot.com/2009/04/focaccia-bread-sandwich.html">Focaccia Bread sandwich</a>-aathidhyam<br /><br />Row 3<br /><a href="http://poornimastastytreats.blogspot.com/2009/05/cheese-pesto-and-vegetable-grilled.html">Cheese, Pesto and Vegetable Grilled Sandwich</a>-Tasty Treats<br /><a href="http://myexperiencewithcooking.blogspot.com/2009/04/hummus.html">Hummus</a>-My Experience With Cooking<br /><a href="http://malini-recipe.blogspot.com/2009/04/insalata-caprese.html">Insalata Caprese</a>-Khana Khazana with Malini<br /><a href="http://recipecenterforall.blogspot.com/2009/05/mango-salsa.html">Mango Salsa</a>-Recipe Center<br /><a href="http://sriannapurna.blogspot.com/2009/04/miang-khum-thai-debut.html">Miang khum(Savory bites)</a>-Annapurna<br /><br />Row 4<br /><a href="http://thechefandherkitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/celebrating-my-50th-post-with-chips-n.html">Olive-Basil Dip</a>- The Chef and Her Kitchen<br /><a href="http://ashwini-spicycuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/spicy-nacho-cheese.html">Spicy nacho cheese</a>-http://ashwini-spicycuisine.blogspot.com/<br /><a href="http://authentic-food-treasures.blogspot.com/2009/05/mediterranean-pasta-salad.html">Mediterranean pasta salad</a>-Preethi's online cookbook<br /><a href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/srilankan-broccoli-fry.html">Srilankan Broccoli Fry</a>-Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes<br /><a href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/super-quick-healthy-mix-vegetable-stir.html">Super-quick-healthy-mix-vegetable-stir fry</a>-http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com<br /><br />Row 5<br /><a href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/thai-chilled-lychee-coconut-soup.html">Thai Chilled Lychee Coconut Soup</a>-Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes<br /><a href="http://sriannapurna.blogspot.com/2009/04/tortilla-roll-ups.html">Tortilla rolls</a>-Annapurna<br /><a href="http://vidyascreations.blogspot.com/2009/04/vegetable-pizza.html">Vegetable pizza</a>-VidyaVenky<br /><a href="http://malaysiandelicacies.blogspot.com/2009/05/homemade-vegetarian-mee-mamaknoodles.html">Vegetarian Mee Mamak/Noodles</a>-Malaysian Delicacies<br /><a href="http://creativesaga.blogspot.com/2009/05/wheat-wraps-with-vegetable-filling.html">Wheat wraps with vegetable filling</a>-Creative Saga<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Desserts/Sweets</span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/uObG8tm7FLDKaY9Wya6FnQ?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sh9tSUEhBlI/AAAAAAAAIUA/gV3RkkuVoMc/s800/sweets%2027.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"></span><br /><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/04/aam-kulfi.html">1 Aam Kulfi</a>-http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/<br /><br /><a href="http://wheniplaychef.blogspot.com/search/label/Banana">2 Banana Cashew easy cake</a>-When I play Chef<br /><br /><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/05/besan-ka-peda.html">3 Besan Peda</a>-http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/ <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/besanbengal-gram-kheerpayasampudding.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">4 Besan kheer</span></a>-http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://aromasfrommykitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/bourbon-biscuits.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">5 bourbon biscuits</span></a>-A Culinary Odyssey!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://sharmis-passions.blogspot.com/2009/05/carrot-kheer-we%20ekend.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">6 Carrot kheer</span></a>-In my passionate world....:)<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://wheniplaychef.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-entries-to-mahimas-event.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">7 Choco nut Cake</span></a>-When i Play Chef....</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://riascollection.blogspot.com/2009/05/chocolate-pistachio-fudge.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">8 Chocolate Pistachio Fudge</span></a>-Ria's Collections</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.spicesetc.blogspot.com/2009/04/chocolate-peda.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">9 Chocolate Peda</span></a>-Indian Vegetarian Kitchen(my Kitchen)</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://sriannapurna.blogspot.com/2009/05/coconut-laddoo.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">10 Coconut laddoo</span></a>-Annapurna<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="display: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/04/doodh-peda.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">11 Doodh Peda</span></a>-http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="display: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.myscrawls.com/anu-kitchen/wheat-flour-ladoo-godhumai-laddoo"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">12 Wheat flour Ladoo | Godhumai Laddoo | Godhi Laddu</span></a> -My Scrawls<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="display: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://niveditaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/instant-coconut-halwa.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">13 Instant coconut halwa</span></a>-http://niveditaskitchen.blogspot.com/</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="display: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://authentic-food-treasures.blogspot.com/2009/04/peanut-candy-kadalai-urundai-mittai.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">14 Peanut candy</span></a>-Preethi's online cookbook-14</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://paritaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/kesar-elaichi-shrikhandhomemade-in-10.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">15 Kesar Elaichi Shrikand</span></a>-Parita's kitchen<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://kailaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/maladoo-made-healthy-with-jaggery.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">16 Jaggery Maladoo</span></a>-Kailas kitchen</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://konkanworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/mango-raspberry-ice-cream.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">17 Mango raspberry icecream</span></a>-KonkanWorld<br /><o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://foodieshope.blogspot.com/2009/04/chana-dal-dill-fritters-with-spicy-dal.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">18 Mango frozen Yogurt</span></a>-Foodie's hope</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="display: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://thechefandherkitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/celebrating-my-50th-post-with-chips-n.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">19 Mango kulfi</span></a>-The Chef and Her Kitchen<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="display: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://archysrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/microwave-vanilla-cake-i-was-so-much.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">20 Microwave Vanilla Cake</span></a>-Archy's Recipe Book<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/microwave-almond-fudge.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">21 Microwave almond fudge</span></a>-Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="display: none;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/microwave-kaju-peda.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">22 Microwave Kaju Peda</span></a>-Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://nofrillscooking.blogspot.com/2009/05/no-sweat-mango-icecream.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">23 No sweat mango icecream</span></a>-Mirchi Nu Tadko<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/yogurt-parfait-pineapple-desert.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">24 Pineapple Desert</span></a>-Usha Nandini's Recipes-</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2008/12/pineapple-rava-kesari.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">25 Pineapple Kesari</span></a>-Usha Nandini's Recipes<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://easy2cookrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/aval-payasam-poha-payasam.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">26 Poha payasam</span></a>-easy2cookrecipes-</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/yogurt-parfait-pineapple-desert.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">27 Yogurt Parfait</span></a>-Usha Nandini's Recipes</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><br /><br />Thank you for your contribution and making this event a grand success!<br /><br />I am likely to take a break for a few months. See you all in Fall.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-871829324328217285?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/X1fQ8uSisIU" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com59tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-40201254566964395602009-05-31T13:00:00.000-07:002009-11-01T19:22:09.487-08:00<span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-size:85%;"><span>The much awaited round up is here! </span></span></span><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" ><br /><br />Rice Varieties</span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/YYcgaISs4K6F_SDardUwng?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiLhUwbWaUI/AAAAAAAAIVk/eEYUZXMP0vM/s800/rice%2015.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><ol><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/cauliflower-rice-with-bhoondhi-raita.html">Cauliflower Rice with Boondhi Raitha</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://ruchii-madhu.blogspot.com/2009/04/chhutney.html">Chutney Chawal</a> from Ruchii</li><li><a href="http://ashwini-spicycuisine.blogspot.com/2009/04/coconut-rice-thengai-sadam.html">Coconut Rice</a> from Ashwini's Spicy Cuisine</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/guest-lunch-and-lemon-jucie.html">Coconut milk Rice</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/05/caarrot-pulao.html">Carrot Pulao</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/corn-pulao-aam-panna-and-award.html">Corn Pulao</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://asankhana.blogspot.com/2009/05/yesterdays-sudden-downpour-in-delhi.html">Cranberry Fried Rice</a> from Asankhana</li><li><a href="http://divya-dilse.blogspot.com/2009/04/khichdi-comfort-food.html">Kichdi</a> from Dil Se..</li><li><a href="http://www.kitchentantra.com/2009/05/15-minutes-cooking.html">Masala pongal</a> from Kitchen tantra-tease your palate</li><li><a href="http://www.kitchentantra.com/2009/05/15-minutes-cooking.html">Milagu pongal</a> from Kitchen tantra-tease your palate</li><li><a href="http://www.simplysindhirecipes.com/2009/05/peela-chawaran/">Peela chawaran</a> from Simplysindhirecipes</li><li><a href="http://chandrabhaga.blogspot.com/2009/05/puli-pongal-spicy-tangy-rice.html">Puli Pongal</a> from Chandrabhaga</li><li><a href="http://www.cookingandme.com/2009/05/easy-bisi-bele-bath-sambar-sadam-recipe.html">Sambar Sadam</a> from Edible Garden</li><li><a href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Simple Lemon Rice</a> from From my kitchen to yours..</li><li><a href="http://kaleidoscope-articlegallery.blogspot.com/2009/05/ven-pongal.html">Ven Pongal</a> from http://kaleidoscope-articlegallery.blogspot.com/</li></ol><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Rotis</span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/H0RZcZ3mL7WhgDqQegDv3g?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiLhVGwMGdI/AAAAAAAAIVo/jZchdHkHWDk/s800/rotis.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><ol><li><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Red Orangee Roti</a> from Adlak's kitchen</li><li><a href="http://adlakstinyworld.blogspot.com/2009/04/quick-fix-dishes-for-event.html">Spicy Chapathi</a> from Adlak's kitchen</li><li><a href="http://saffronapron.blogspot.com/2009/04/thepla-methi-roti.html">Methi Roti</a> from Saffron Apron</li><li><a href="http://vidyasrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/kwik-fix-series-1-mixed-veg-parotta.html">Mixed Veg Parotta</a> from Vidya's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/paneer-mutter-and-chappati-roll.html">Paneer Roll</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://yasmeen-healthnut.blogspot.com/2009/05/roti-rolls-with-home-made-plum-jama.html">Roti Rolls</a> from Health nut</li><li><a href="http://sriannapurna.blogspot.com/2009/05/akki-roti.html">Akki Roti</a> from Annapurna</li></ol><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Dishes to go with Rice and Rotis-Gravies, Sambars &amp; dry Curries</span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/7hxOGdk748AEQaK7qJphJA?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiLhVA9roPI/AAAAAAAAIVs/5fauPCvcIpQ/s800/sides%20for%20rice%2C%20roti.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://gharkirasoi.blogspot.com/2009/04/baby-onions-curry.html"><br /></a><ol><li><a href="http://gharkirasoi.blogspot.com/2009/04/baby-onions-curry.html">Baby Onions Curry</a> from http://gharkirasoi.blogspot.com/</li><li><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2008/09/beans-poriyal.html">Beans Poriyal</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://masalavade.blogspot.com/2009/05/garlic-in-yogurt-sauce.html">Beluli Thambli</a> from Masala Vade</li><li><a href="http://kavithavin-kaivannam.blogspot.com/2009/05/bittergourd-curry-paavakaai-thokku.html">Bittergourd Curry</a> from Kavitha'vin Kaivannam</li><li><a href="http://malini-recipe.blogspot.com/2009/04/boloker-torkari.html">Boloker Torkari</a> from Khana Khazana with Malini</li><li><a href="http://spice-club.blogspot.com/2009/04/brinjal-curry-potato-curry-with-podi.html">Brinjal Curry with podi</a> from Spice-Club</li><li><a href="http://sriharivatsan.blogspot.com/2009/04/tomato-brinjal-sambar-for-idli-and-dosa.html">Brinjal Tomato Sambar</a> from Enthaligai</li><li><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/05/capsicum-curry.html">Capsicum Curry</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://kavithavin-kaivannam.blogspot.com/2009/04/chilli-garlic-cauliflower.html">Chilli Garlic Cauliflower</a> from Kavitha'vin Kaivannam</li><li><a href="http://spicykhazana.blogspot.com/2009/05/quick-recipes-for-busy-days.html">Coriander leaves with gram flour</a> from SpicyKhazana</li><li><a href="http://authentic-food-treasures.blogspot.com/2009/05/cut-mango-pickle.html">Cut Mango Pickle</a> from Preethi's Online Cookbook</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/guest-lunch-and-lemon-jucie.html">Double beans gravy</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/drumstick-kootu.html">Drumstik kootu</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://frommypalate.blogspot.com/2009/04/its-simple-classic-dish-cooking-time.html">Gobi Matar Tawa Fry</a> from From my palate</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/guest-lunch-and-lemon-jucie.html">Cauliflower Manchurian</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://kavithavin-kaivannam.blogspot.com/2009/05/kadaintha-keerai.html">Kadaintha Keerai</a> from Kavitha'vin Kaivannam</li><li><a href="http://elitefoods.blogspot.com/2009/05/kale-leaf-stir-fry-keerai-poriyal.html">Keerai poriyal</a> from Viki's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://cooking-up-a-storm-zaayeka.blogspot.com/2009/05/good-cook-is-one-who-not-only-makes.html">Malaai ki Subz</a> from Zaayeka</li><li><a href="http://recipes24seven.blogspot.com/2009/05/mavina-kayi-mango-appehulineergojju.html">Mavina kayi appehuli</a> from Recipes24even.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/05/mix-veg-kurma-and-cucumber-buttermilk.html">Mix Veg Kurma</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li>No Fuss Sweet potato fry from Nalini(nonblogger) Check out the recipe below<br /></li><li><a href="http://indranid.blogspot.com/2009/05/okra-in-roasted-sesame-and-poppy-seed.html">Okra in roasted sesame and poppy seed sauce</a> from Appayan</li><li><a href="http://saffronapron.blogspot.com/2009/05/palak-paneer.html">Palak Paneer</a> from Saffron Apron</li><li><a href="http://veggiefoodjournal.blogspot.com/2009/05/15-minutes-recipe-palak-chole-stir-fry.html">Palak Chole stir fry</a> from Veggie Food Journal</li><li><a href="http://indranid.blogspot.com/2009/05/palong-shak-er-charchari-spinach-with.html">Palong Shak-er charchari (Spinach with mix-veg)</a> from Appayan </li><li><a href="http://cookadoodledo.blogspot.com/2009/05/palong-shaak-sheddho.html">palong-shaak-sheddho</a> from COOK-A-DOODLE-DO</li><li><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/paneer-mutter-and-chappati-roll.html">Paneer Mutter</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/plain-palak-spinach-curry.html">Plain Palak Curry</a> from http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://kayalcooks.blogspot.com/2009/05/classic-potato-fry.html"></a> <a href="http://kalyanikitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/bangaladumpa-vepudu-aloo-fry.html">Aloo Fry</a> from Kalyani's kitchen<br /></li><li><a href="http://spice-club.blogspot.com/2009/04/brinjal-curry-potato-curry-with-podi.html">Potato curry with podi</a> from Spice-Club</li><li><a href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Puli inji</a> from From my kitchen to yours..</li><li><a href="http://thechefandherkitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/pumpkingummadikaaya-pulusuthe-pumpkin.html">Pumpkin Stew(Gummadikaaya pulusu)</a> fromThe Chef and Her Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://authentic-food-treasures.blogspot.com/2009/05/red-capsicum-thogayal-chutney.html">Red Capsicum Thogayal</a> from Preethi's Online Cookbook</li><li><a href="http://kavithavin-kaivannam.blogspot.com/2009/05/soy-chilli-aloo-fry.html">Soy Chilli Aloo fry</a> from Kavitha'vin Kaivannam</li><li><a href="http://yumfactor.blogspot.com/2009/05/spicy-tangy-chillies.html">Spicy Tangy Chillies </a>from The yum factor</li><li><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/04/spicy-soy-wadian.html">Spicy Soy Wadian</a> from http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://padmasrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/spinach-poriyal.html">Spinach Poriyal</a> from Padma's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://spicykhazana.blogspot.com/2009/05/quick-recipes-for-busy-days.html">Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Curry</a> from Spicykhazana</li><li><a href="http://eshoboshoaahare.blogspot.com/2009/05/sweet-paneer-gravy.html">Sweet Paneer Gravy</a> from Esho-Bosho-Aahare</li><li><a href="http://nsushma.blogspot.com/2009/05/thondekayi-saasimesaasive-ivy-gourd-in.html">Thondekayi Saasime(Ivy gourd in yogurt sauce)</a> from Savi-Ruchi</li><li><a href="http://poornimastastytreats.blogspot.com/2009/04/yellow-pumpkin-with-cashewnuts-and.html">Yellow Pumpkin with Cashewnuts and Coconut</a> from Tasty Treats</li></ol>I realized later that 2 entries were missing in the above collage and got mixed up with chutney collage. I apologize for the confusion! Sorry guys. If I redo the collage again, it is going to take a couple of hours more. So here are the missed out pictures and links to the recipes.<br /><br /><a href="http://vividharuchulu.blogspot.com/2009/05/plantain-fry.html">Plantain Fry </a>from Vividha ruchulu<br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/w9cWw0ebjqRKx_GXqaU-Lg?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiMFpzRzKQI/AAAAAAAAIWE/SFhDa4JddT4/s144/plantain-fry.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://deepaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/raddish-peas-and-bell-peppers-sauteed.html">Radish, Peas and Bell Peppers Sauteed in Olive oil</a> from Simple Home cooking<br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/L4kIcc4RyW5Q64RSYDR-Mw?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiMFqKyKhfI/AAAAAAAAIWI/fplu0j31YCo/s144/Raddish%2CBellpepper%20sauteed%20in%20olive%20oil%20013.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Recipe from non blogger</span><br /><br />No fuss sweet potato fry<br />1 sweet potato (US variety)<br />1- 2 Tbsps oil<br />1/2 tspn or more red chilli powder<br />1/4 tspn turmeric<br />asafoetida<br />2 Tbs chopped onions<br />2 Tbs dessicated orfrozen coconut<br />salt<br /><br />Peel and dice the sweet potato into small pieces.<br />Heat the oil in a 10 inch saucepan. When the oil is heated, add all the ingredients in the order given into the pot except the sweet potato. Give the ingredients a few seconds to sizzle together. Now add the diced sweet potatoes. Sprinkle abbout three tablespoons of water and close the pan with a lid.<br />Lower the heat to medium and let the sweet potatoes cook. Stir it every so often. The vegetables should cook very soon. Let it roast uncovered <span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><span style="font-size:100%;">for a few more minutes. Garnish with cilantro.<br />Serves four.</span><br /><!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><!--[endif]--><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Chutneys to go with Rice, Roti, Idly, Dosas </span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/jRMH_CU81k3tLtnBSK1cFw?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiLhhHlvOJI/AAAAAAAAIV8/MsDaHy_iN1Y/s800/chutney.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><ol><li><a href="http://asankhana.blogspot.com/2009/05/yesterdays-sudden-downpour-in-delhi.html">Bari Chutney and onion tomato raitha</a> from Asankhana</li><li><a href="http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com/2009/05/ridgegourd-chutney.html">Ridgegourd Chutney</a> from http://memoryarchieved.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://saikitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/simple-carrot-chutney-and-awards-time.html">Carrot Chutney</a> from Sai kitchen</li><li><a href="http://kavyanaimish.blogspot.com/2009/05/cliantro-n-yogurt-chutney.html">Cilantro Yogurt Chutney</a> from Kavya's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://kalyanikitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/kothimeera-tomato-pachadi-cilantro.html">Kothimeera-Tomato Pachadi (Cilantro-Tomato Chutney)</a> from kalyani's kitchen</li><li><a href="http://thechefandherkitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/simple-peanut-chutney.html">Peanut Chutney</a> from The Chef and Her Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://vividharuchulu.blogspot.com/2009/05/plantain-fry.html">Plantain Fry </a>from Vividha ruchulu</li><li><a href="http://vividharuchulu.blogspot.com/2009/04/aratikayaplantain-perugu-pachadi.html">Plantain Chutney</a> from Vividha ruchulu</li><li><a href="http://vidyasrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/pumpkin-cilantro-chutney.html">pumpkin cilantro chutney</a> from Vidya's kitchen</li><li><a href="http://elitefoods.blogspot.com/2009/05/puthina-thuvaiyal-mint-leaf-chutney.html">Mint leaf Chutney</a> from Viki's Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://deepaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/raddish-peas-and-bell-peppers-sauteed.html">Radish, Peas and Bell Peppers Sauteed in Olive oil</a> from Simple Home cooking</li><li><a href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/05/simple-peanut-chutney.html">Simple Peanut Chutney</a> from From my kitchen to yours..</li><li><a href="http://kavithavin-kaivannam.blogspot.com/2009/04/tomato-capsicum-chutney.html">Tomato Capsicum Chutney</a> from Kavitha'vin Kaivannam</li><li><a href="http://indiankhanna.blogspot.com/2009/05/tomato-dipchutney.html">Tomato Chutney/Dip</a> from Indian Khana</li><li><a href="http://cooking4allseasons.blogspot.com/2009/05/tomato-archaar-tomato-dip.html">Tomato Archaar</a> from Cooking 4 all seasons</li><li><a href="http://www.blogger.com/Url%20of%20Dish:%20http://apskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/ambuli-chutney.html">Ambuli Chutney</a> from Aps kitchen<br /></li></ol><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Podis/Powders</span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/apOYw2NRNC2Tk79T5_B8hQ?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiLhVdVPiSI/AAAAAAAAIVw/I2E3corrGe0/s800/podis.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://teluguruchi.blogspot.com/2009/05/spiced-dalia-roasted-bengal-gram-powder.html"><br /></a><ol><li><a href="http://teluguruchi.blogspot.com/2009/05/spiced-dalia-roasted-bengal-gram-powder.html">Spiced Dalia (Roasted Bengal Gram) Powder</a> from Essence of Andhra</li><li><a href="http://aathidhyam.blogspot.com/2009/05/spicy-coconut-powder-alias-kobbari.html">Spicy Coconut powder</a> from Aathidhyam</li><li><a href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Thaengai podi </a>from From my kitchen to yours..</li></ol><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Raithas/Pacchadi</span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/VE8zn3yY_c_0eQaa-pPmQA?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SiLhVV60WkI/AAAAAAAAIV0/YB0FUQwuF-s/s800/raitha.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><ol><li><a href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Coconut thayir pachhadi</a> from From kitchen to yours..</li><li><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/01/pachhadi.html">Raita/Pachadi</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a href="http://easy2cookrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-pachadi-and-lovely-award.html">Cucumber pachadi</a> from Easy2cookrecipes</li><li><a href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/pineapple-raita-flavoured-greek-yogurt.html">Pineapple Raita / Flavoured Greek Yogurt</a> from http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://sanghi-tastybites.blogspot.com/2009/04/sweet-mango-pachadi-and-spicy-veg.html">Sweet mango pachadi</a> from Sanghi's Food Delights</li><li><a href="http://authentic-food-treasures.blogspot.com/2009/04/tomato-capsicum-pachadi-tomato-raita.html">Tomato and capsicum pachadi</a> from Preethi's Online Cookbook</li><li><a href="http://salt2taste.blogspot.com/2009/05/carrot-pachadi.html">Carrot pachadi </a> from Salt to taste</li></ol>Please check your links and let me know if there are errors.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">OK I am TIRED and want to sign off.</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">This covers only half the round-up. Anybody interested in doing the other half? haha.. just kidding.</span><br /><br />Enjoy!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-4020125456696439560?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/APlOrN7V45I" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com48tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-55373925813308346032009-05-28T22:07:00.000-07:002009-11-01T19:22:30.196-08:00As I have received a lot of entries, I have divided the round up into various parts(probably 6). Please be patient and continue to follow the round up. Thanks for your contribution and enjoy these healthy soups and salads.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Presenting 15 Minute Recipes-Soups and Salads(Part 2)</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Soups/Rasam</span></span><br /><br /><a feat="embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sh9tMs3paZI/AAAAAAAAIT8/nJV9nsi2gnQ/s800/soups_collage.jpg" /></a><br /><ol style="font-weight: bold;"><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Avasara Rasam</a> from From my kitchen to yours…</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://malini-recipe.blogspot.com/2009/05/cream-of-mushroom-soup.html">Cream of mushroom soup</a> from Khana Khazana with Malini</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/05/cucumber-soup.html">Cucumber Soup</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/gingery-berry-soup.html">Gingery Berry Soup</a> from Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://kitchenconcotions.blogspot.com/2009/05/majika-rasam.html">Majika rasam</a> from Kitchen Koncoctions</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://aromahope.blogspot.com/2009/04/samosa-chaat-baby-butter-beans-potato.html">Menasina saaru</a> from Aroma</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Moar Rasam</a> from From my kitchen to yours…</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://fusion-rg.blogspot.com/2009/05/rasam-is-inevitable-everyday-menu-in.html">Puli Saaru</a> from Fusion</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://paritaskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/strawberry-and-tomato-soup.html">Strawberry and Tomato Soup</a> from Paritaskitchen</li></ol><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >Salads</span><br /><br /><a style="font-weight: bold;"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sh9tMlW2XKI/AAAAAAAAIT4/elAv_vaW3IQ/s800/salads17.jpg" /></a><br /><ol><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html">Carrot Kosumalli</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://sumascuisine.blogspot.com/2009/04/ur-recipe.html">Chickpeas Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from sumascuisine.blogspot.com</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html">Chucumber</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html"></a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html">Cucumber salad</a> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/healthy-yum-yums.html">Fruit kebabs</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://plantainleaf.blogspot.com/2009/05/fruit-salad-with-fruit-yogurt-dressing.html">Fruit Salad with fruit yogurt dressing</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Plantainleaf</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html">Green Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html">Healthy Fruit Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://cookingandthecity.blogspot.com/2009/05/mandarin-salad.html">Mandarin Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Cooking and the City</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://anu-recipediary.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-entires-to-15-minute-cooking-spices.html">Mom's Style Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from From my kitchen to yours… </span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://veggiefoodjournal.blogspot.com/2009/05/quick-julienned-salad.html">Quick Julienned Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Veggie Food Journal</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com/2009/05/rajmakidney-bean-salad.html">kidney bean salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from http://a2zvegetariancuisine.blogspot.com</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html"></a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2008/10/fruit-salad.html">Red Health Salad</a> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://asankhana.blogspot.com/2009/04/summer-is-incomplete-without-mangoes.html">Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Asankhana</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html">Sprouts Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/cucumber-salad.html">Strawberry Salad</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></li><li><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://mykookbook.blogspot.com/2009/05/sweetcorn-tomato-koshimbir.html">Sweetcorn-Tomato Koshimbir</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">from http://mykookbook.blogspot.com</span></span></li></ol>Please check your links and let me know if they are incorrect.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-5537392581330834603?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/D5rGvldJdC8" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-37528379687711215282009-05-24T23:24:00.000-07:002009-05-24T23:37:21.512-07:00<a><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sho4ZLEttGI/AAAAAAAAISk/uEWg1USQuT0/s800/tomato%20kurma.jpg" /></a><br /><br />This recipe is from Mallika Badrinath's cookbook. I like this recipe for it's simplicity.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Onion chopped-1 cup<br />Tomatoes chopped-2 small<br />Oil-1 tbsp<br />Star Anise-1<br />Salt<br />Sugar-1/2 tsp<br />Coriander leaves-to garnish<br /><br />To grind with little water into a smooth paste:<br />Coconut-1/4 cup<br />Almonds-20(can use cashews)<br />Green chilli-small piece(or according to spice level)<br />Red chillies-2<br />Coriander seeds-1 tsp<br />Garam masala powder-1/2 tsp<br /><br />Method:<br />Heat oil in a pan. Add star anise. Fry for 10 seconds. Add onions. Sprinkle salt. Fry till it turns soft.<br />Add tomatoes. Cook till tomatoes turn soft.<br />Add the ground paste and some more salt. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water if the gravy is very thick. Bring the mixture to boil. Simmer for 15 minutes. Add sugar. Stir well.<br />Garnish with coriander leaves.<br />Serve with rotis or pooris.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-3752837968771121528?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/Yic7oZ1ZrG8" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com63tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-48087683085407833692009-05-21T11:31:00.000-07:002009-11-01T19:19:00.354-08:00<span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Dear friends,<br /><br />Thank you all for participating in this event and making it a grand success! Can you believe that I received over 290 recipes? I seriously did not expect such a huge response. I really appreciate your enthusiasm in sending multiple entries. I hope you will find the round up very useful. I have split the recipes into various categories. Recipes are sorted in alphabetical order.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Presenting 15 Minute Recipes-Drinks(part 1)</span><br /></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">Juices</span></span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/dT3QXqGySCEa4UVVMIvBNg?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/ShWdnIp_F1I/AAAAAAAAIRY/VZhpiSHs2xo/s800/juices.jpg" /></a><br /><ol style="font-weight: bold;"><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/corn-pulao-aam-panna-and-award.html">Aam panna</a><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> </span>from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://thechefandherkitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/bonda-juice.html">Bonda juice</a> from The Chef and Her Kitchen</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/beat-heat.html">Carrot Orange Juice</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://easy2cookrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/instant-cucumber-cooler.html">Instant cucumber cooler</a> from easy2cookrecipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vishnucooks.blogspot.com/2009/04/grape-juice-dhratchai-saaru.html">Grape juice</a> from Priya's Sourashtrian Kitchen</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://foodieshope.blogspot.com/2009/04/chana-dal-dill-fritters-with-spicy-dal.html">Green tea cooler</a> from Foodie's Hope</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/guest-lunch-and-lemon-jucie.html">Lemon juice</a><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> </span>from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/green-power-ups.html">Lime mint juice</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/beat-heat.html">Mix Fruit Juice</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/beat-heat.html">Musk Melon Juice</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/beat-heat.html">Pomegranate Sweet lime juice</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://malini-recipe.blogspot.com/2009/04/watermelon-cooler.html">Watermelon cooler</a> from Khana Khazana with Malini</li></ol><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >Milkshakes and Smoothies</span><br /><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/odjkSq2Z6jnjuaE0tOLR4A?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/ShWdneD-gZI/AAAAAAAAIRc/IuABpoAElxA/s800/Milkshakes_collage.jpg" /></a><br /><ol style="font-weight: bold;"><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/watermelon-n-avocado-milkshake.html">Avocado milkshake</a> from Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/beat-heat.html">Banana Cashew Milk Shake</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://saikitchen.blogspot.com/2009/04/banana-lassi.html">Banana lassi</a> from Sai Kitchen</li><li><a href="http://cookingwithlena.blogspot.com/2009/04/beetroot-shake.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Beetroot shake</span></a> from Lemon n spice</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://divya-dilse.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-quick-breakfast-smoothie.html">Quick breakfast Smoothie</a><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"></span> from Dil Se..</li><li><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/mango-and-chikku-milk-shake.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Chikku Shake</span></a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://malini-recipe.blogspot.com/2009/05/cream-of-mushroom-soup.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Chocolate Icecream Milkshake</span></a> from Khana Khazana with Malini</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/beat-heat.html">Cocoa Milk Shake</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/green-power-ups.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Honeydew melon smoothie</span></a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/kiwi-lassi.html">Kiwi lassi</a> from Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes</li><li><a href="http://asankhana.blogspot.com/2009/05/yesterdays-sudden-downpour-in-delhi.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Malai wali lassi </span></a>from Asankhana</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/mango-and-chikku-milk-shake.html">Mango Shake</a> from Appetizing Recipes</li><li><a href="http://asankhana.blogspot.com/2009/04/summer-is-incomplete-without-mangoes.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Mango cranberry smoothie</span></a> from Asankhana</li><li><a href="http://tastespell.blogspot.com/2009/05/mmmmmango-lassi.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Mango lassi</span></a> from http://tastespell.blogspot.com</li><li><a href="http://arunathetemptations.blogspot.com/2009/04/spring-delight-with-desserts-and-award.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Mango Milk shake</span></a> from The Temptations</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://arunathetemptations.blogspot.com/2009/04/spring-delight-with-desserts-and-award.html">Orange lassi</a> from The Temptations</li><li><a href="http://malini-recipe.blogspot.com/2009/05/cream-of-mushroom-soup.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Pina Colada Smoothie</span></a> from Khana Khazana with Malini</li><li><a href="http://spicykhazana.blogspot.com/2009/05/quick-recipes-for-busy-days.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Purple Shake</span></a> from SpicyKhazana</li><li><a href="http://ramyaacooks.blogspot.com/2009/04/strawberrymangopineapple-and-banana.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Mixed Fruit Smoothie</span></a> from Ramyacooks</li><li><a href="http://aathidhyam.blogspot.com/2009/05/rose-milk-with-vermicelli-aka-rose-milk.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Rose milk with vermicilli</span></a> from Aathidhyam</li><li><a href="http://vibaas-world.blogspot.com/2009/04/protein-rich-strawberry-smoothie.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Protein rich strawberry smoothie </span></a>from Delectable Vegetarian Recipes</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/watermelon-n-avocado-milkshake.html">Watermelon Milkshake</a> from Priya's Easy N Tasty Recipes</li><li><a href="http://bonappetit-renuka.blogspot.com/2009/05/watermelon-milk-shake.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Watermelon Milk shake</span></a> from Bon Appetit</li><li><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/05/almonds-n-jaggery-drink.html">Almond jaggery milk</a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</li></ol><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >Buttermilk Drinks</span><br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/3t-rUBeJt7cU0hjp-hzBPA?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/ShWvLh_hGII/AAAAAAAAIRw/ZTqczQ9FK-c/s800/buttermilk.jpg" /></a></span><br /><br /><ol><li><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="http://ushanandini.blogspot.com/2009/04/yogurt-parfait-pineapple-desert.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Neer Mor</span></a> from Usha Nandini's Recipes</span></span></span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/05/mix-veg-kurma-and-cucumber-buttermilk.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Cucumber buttermilk</span></a> from Appetizing Recipes</span></span></span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="http://vidhas-jg.blogspot.com/2009/04/beat-heat.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Neer Moar Buttermilk</span></a> from Appetizing Recipes</span></span></span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="http://sriharivatsan.blogspot.com/2009/05/oats-buttermilk-kanji-with-some.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Oats-Buttermilk Kanji</span></a> from Enthaligai</span></span></span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="http://cookingupsomethingnice.blogspot.com/2009/05/sambharam-buttermilk-curds-for-summer.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Sambharam/Buttermilk</span></a> from Cooking up Something Nice</span></span></span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="http://spicykhazana.blogspot.com/2009/05/quick-recipes-for-busy-days.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Spicy Green Buttermilk</span></a> from SpicyKhazana</span></span></span></li></ol><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Drinks</span><br /></span><br /><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/Bi-sApLM-oup5LHq5Ako1w?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/ShWdncxn53I/AAAAAAAAIRk/QCLVwnQUo0c/s800/hot%20drinks1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><ol><li><span style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://myexperiencewithcooking.blogspot.com/2009/05/hot-chocolate.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Hot chocolate</span></a> from My Experience With Cooking</span></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"><a href="http://divya-dilse.blogspot.com/2009/05/ragi-malt-with-jaggery.html"></a></span><a href="http://divya-dilse.blogspot.com/2009/05/ragi-malt-with-jaggery.html"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Ragi Malt with Jaggery</span></a> from Dil Se..</span></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"><a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://spicesetc.blogspot.com/2009/04/badam-ragi-maltalmond-fingermillet.html">Badam Ragi Malt</a> </span>from Indian Vegetarian Kitchen</span>(my kitchen)</li></ol>If I have missed out any entry, please let me know. Check your links and see if they work.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-4808768308540783369?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/8EIhaxs-jUs" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com57tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-63283251101638960752009-05-15T16:50:00.000-07:002009-05-15T23:27:55.107-07:00<a><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sg3_ll4eelI/AAAAAAAAIPU/AW5o2h4vSUM/s800/carrotshake.jpg" /></a><br /><br />This recipe is adapted from <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://sharmis-passions.blogspot.com/2009/05/carrot-kheer-weekend.html">Sharmi's blog</a>. I added mango pieces to make the shake even more delicious.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Grated Carrots-3<br />Ripe Mango(peeled and chopped)-1/4 cup(can add more)<br />Milk-3 cups<br />Sugar-2 tbsp<br />Almonds-12(optional)<br /><br />Method:<br />Saute carrots for about 8 minutes. Add 1 or 2 tbsp of milk while sauteing to prevent the carrots from sticking to the pan.<br />Let it cool.<br />Blend it with sugar, almonds, 1/2 cup milk and chopped mango to a smooth paste.<br />Add rest of the milk and stir. Serve chilled.<br /><br />Rush in your entries to my <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://spicesetc.blogspot.com/2009/04/15-minute-cooking-spieces-etc.html">15 minute cooking event</a> on or before 20th of May!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-6328325110163896075?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/ykXPs__F-sI" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com74tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-22249958159289323632009-05-10T20:19:00.000-07:002009-05-10T22:34:18.538-07:00<a><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SgeZbviSItI/AAAAAAAAIO0/1AEc6m4UnN8/s800/dhokla1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a feat="embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SgeZi1K24DI/AAAAAAAAIO4/i_citrHpYJE/s800/dhokla.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Picture courtesy: My husband<br /><br />Mother's day is not yet over. So here's wishing all moms happy mother's day!<br /><br />I was wondering what my mom's favorite dish was? I could hardly recollect 2-3 dishes. Because mom always made sure she cooked food that my Appa and I liked the most. So today, I thought why not make her favorite dhokla. I came across this recipe in <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://www.manjulaskitchen.com/">Manjula's kitchen</a>. I like watching her videos. I have even met her once in San Diego. Dhoklas came out very soft and yummy. You should try it. I followed the recipe word by word. I steamed the dhoklas in idli plates.<br />You can find the original recipe<span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> </span><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://www.manjulaskitchen.com/2007/04/01/dhokla-suji-semolina/">here</a>.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mix these ingredients together and let it rest for 30 minutes:</span><br />Sooji/Rava/Semolina-1 cup<br />Yogurt-1 cup<br />Water-1/4 cup<br />Salt<br />Hing-a pinch<br />Turmeric powder-1/4 tsp<br />Green chilli chopped-1/2 tsp<br />Coriander leaves(Cilantro) chopped-2 tbsp<br />Coconut grated-1 tbsp<br />Lemon juice-2 tsp<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">To season in 1 tbsp oil:</span><br />Jeera-1 tsp(optional)<br />Mustard seeds-1/2 tsp<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other ingredients:</span><br />Eno fruit salt-1 tsp<br /><br />Method:<br />Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and jeera and allow it to crackle. Pour this to the batter that has been sitting for 30 minutes.<br />Add eno fruit salt. Mix the batter well.<br />Steam on high flame using greased idli plates for 12 minutes.<br /><br />I am not going to buy dhokla mix from stores anymore. I have the perfect recipe now!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-2224995815928932363?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/I8TxBX10xEo" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com76tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-84687079514299246082009-05-05T23:17:00.000-07:002009-05-06T11:35:59.466-07:00<a><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SgErT5kVf8I/AAAAAAAAINs/aVHvEzGP1rw/s800/savoryonioncrackers.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Did you try Savory onion crackers from <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://redchillies.us/2009/03/02/savory-onion-cookies-baked-nippattu/">Red chillies</a> site? I did and I just loved it. I am always looking for low fat snack recipes to go with tea. This one fits the bill. I made some changes to her recipe. It came out crispy and delicious. Onion gives a wonderful flavor to the crackers.<br /><br />I replaced white flour with whole wheat flour and also added rice flour for crunchiness.<br />I eliminated butter and baking soda.<br /><br />Makes about 18 crackers<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Whole Wheat Flour(chapathi flour)-1.5 cups<br />Rice flour-1/2 cup<br />Water-1/4 cup<br />Oil-1/2 cup<br />Salt-1 tsp<br />Onion finely chopped-1 medium<br />Green chillis chopped-1<br />Hing-1/4 tsp(optional)<br />Jeera(cumin)-2 tsp<br />Coriander leaves(cilantro)-a handful chopped finely<br /><br /><a feat="embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SgE8CG7nitI/AAAAAAAAIN0/noXsboXYOrM/s400/IMG_5125.JPG" /></a><br /><br />Method:<br />Mix all the above ingredients except oil and start kneading.<br />Add oil little by little and knead the dough for 5-10 minutes. It should be very soft like a chapathi dough. Make small balls.<br />Preheat oven to 350 F.<br />Line the baking tray with foil. Place a ball and flatten it out with your palm into thin circles.<br />Repeat the same with other balls.<br />Bake until golden brown. My oven takes longer time to bake than it should normally take. I baked it for about 45 minutes. The actual recipe says 25-30 minutes. Keep an eye on the oven and check if it is done after 25 minutes.<br /><br />These can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-8468707951429924608?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/94DoosRb6bo" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com81tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-10984149980091254312009-05-02T15:48:00.000-07:002009-05-03T00:17:37.908-07:00<a feat="embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfzNdHEvzGI/AAAAAAAAILc/eVKveR8bm1I/s800/capsicum.jpg" /></a><br /><br />This dal is very easy to prepare and goes well with rice and curry.<br /><br />Serves 3<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">To pressure cook in water for 3 whistles:</span><br />Capsicum-1 medium size chopped into small pieces<br />Mung dal-1/3 cup<br />Turmeric powder-1/4 tsp<br />Hing-1/4 tsp<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">To fry in 1/2 tsp oil till golden brown and grind to a coarse powder:</span><br />Urud dal-2 tsp<br />Red chillies-2(adjust according to your taste)<br />Whole pepper-1 tsp<br />Grated coconut-1/4 cup<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Seasoning:</span><br />Jeera-1 tsp<br />Curry leaves-a few<br />Coconut oil-2 tsp<br /><br />Method:<br />Pressure cook the ingredients mentioned above.<br />Add the ground powder.<br />Add water and bring it to a consistency slightly thinner than sambar.<br />Add salt and boil the mixture for 2-3 minutes.<br />Heat coconut oil in a pan, do the seasoning and add it to the dal mixture.<br />Serve with rice, ghee and curry.<br /><br />I thank <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://www.foodbuzz.com/">Foodbuzz</a> for sending me a pack of Mother's circus animal cookies for tasting. I loved them. The cookies look so cute. They are very creamy on the outside and crunchy on the inside. The product will hit the market on May 4th. Do not forgot to try these delicious cookies. Kids will love it.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a feat="embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfzR5crLA5I/AAAAAAAAILk/c-dy65zDJoU/s800/circuscookies.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I have received a lot of 15 minute recipes so far. Thank you so much girls! keep them coming. I have a small request from you all. <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Please read the updated rules for 15 min cooking event:</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">1. It will be great if you can reduce the size of the pictures to 300 pixels and send.</span> If you don't have the software to reduce the size, I will do it for you.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. Rename the picture to dish name. It will make my life little easier :)</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">3. Though I also accept some recipes that require advance preparation like fermenting, soaking, freezing etc.. I would prefer recipes that will take only 15 minutes from start to end. </span><span style="font-weight: bold;">One exception is-the time taken to cut veggies.</span><br /><br />Thanks once again for your lovely entries and I myself can't wait for the round up!<br /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-1098414998009125431?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/qLnbwdWI1CU" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com66tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-54010296795443167002009-04-27T22:54:00.000-07:002009-04-28T17:07:10.664-07:00I miss Indian sweets and snacks. I wish there was Grands or Krishna sweets in LA. This is a foolproof recipe for chocolate pedas which <span style="font-weight: bold;">does</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">not involve any cooking or microwaving</span>. I have not added any sugar or butter. You can make these guilt free pedas in no time. So what are you chocolate lovers waiting for? Try this and let me know!<br /><a><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sfac4RQrMpI/AAAAAAAAIJQ/XdGm_NkI4Us/s800/chocopeda.jpg" /></a><br /><a><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sfac4kqKl8I/AAAAAAAAIJY/vchYkXaSrqg/s800/chocopeda1.jpg" /></a><br />Yields 4 pedas.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Ovaltine/sweetened cocoa/any chocolate drink powder(I used ovaltine)-4 tbsp<br />Milk Powder-4 tbsp<br />Almond powder-4 tbsp<br />Marie Biscuits-2 small(powdered)<br />Evaporated milk-2 tbsp<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Method:<span style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Buttons"><span class="" style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Add_Image" title="Add Image" onmouseover="ButtonHoverOn(this);" onmouseout="ButtonHoverOff(this);" onmouseup="addImage();" onmousedown="CheckFormatting(event);;ButtonMouseDown(this);"><img src="http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif" alt="Add Image" class="gl_photo" border="0" /></span></span>Mix all the ingredients together and make a soft dough.<br /></div>If the dough is sticky, add 2 drops of oil.<br />Divide the dough into 4 portions and shape them any way you like.<br /><a><br />This is my 2nd entry to my own event: </a><a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://spicesetc.blogspot.com/2009/04/15-minute-cooking-spieces-etc.html">15 minute Cooking - May 20th</a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a feat="embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sed9g7kwh8I/AAAAAAAAICI/spPOs7Yr1t0/s144/logo.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Also sending it to <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://poornimastastytreats.blogspot.com/2009/03/announcing-for-love-of-chocolate_15.html">For the Love of Chocolate - April 30th</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a feat="embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfeGEANLGJI/AAAAAAAAIJ4/V7Rz5CF2Pj0/s144/100_5553.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Note: If you don't have evaporated milk, you can use milk(boiled and cooled). But pedas will perish soon. You may have to refrigerate them.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Since these are uncooked, I would not overeat.</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">2 or 3 max :)</span><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-5401029679544316700?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/ea3LX4ajrIE" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com65tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-12224363612292020842009-04-26T20:51:00.000-07:002009-04-26T23:34:38.593-07:00<span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Today is <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akshaya_Tritiya">Akshaya Tritiyai</a>. It is one of the most auspicious days of the Hindu calendar which brings us luck and success. On this special day, I would like to introduce a deity maker and decorator to you all. He is none other than my Grandpa, Mr. Seshadrinath. He is a retired school principal and teacher. <span style="font-size:100%;">After his retirement, his passion for making idols turned into a full time job. Over the years he has made innumerable pieces that have been a sell out. </span>Apart from adorning idols, he also writes wonderful poems. He is really gifted with so many talents!<br /><br /><a authkey="Gv1sRgCO2K65a70N7jbw&amp;feat=" embedwebsite=""><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfVAFrjxA6I/AAAAAAAAIIw/wGf_qJjq8kc/s800/thatha.jpg" /></a><br /></span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" > <p><span>He began with the figure of Lord Srinivasa.</span> Initially he was carving out the figure from thermacole and used cloth, zari and beads to beautify the pieces. Now he has started using ceramic, papier mache, plaster of Paris and plastic which are long lasting. The process then involves pasting of beads of various colors, sparkling stones, jewellery, silk cloth(my grandpa shops for these materials himself) over the mould. The devotees are awed by Mr. Seshadrinath's intricate works and authentic representations of idols. A huge image(4 feet tall) of Sri Srinivasa and Goddess Ranganayaki that Mr.Seshadrinath made recently is a masterpiece! Many hotels and famous shops(like GRT, Vasantha Bavan) in Chennai have displayed idols made by my grandpa.</p><p>Sri Srinivasa and Goddess Ranganayaki(4 feet tall)<br /></p><p><a authkey="Gv1sRgCO2K65a70N7jbw&amp;feat=" embedwebsite=""><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfU0qg9mPvI/AAAAAAAAIIg/cKIYHia1g94/s800/Rs%2010000.jpg" /></a><br /></p></span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Not to forget scented and sandalwood soaps he uses for carving miniatures of elephants and the like.<br /><br /><a authkey="Gv1sRgCO2K65a70N7jbw&amp;feat=" embedwebsite=""><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfU0qZhKBfI/AAAAAAAAIIA/qOVB69aILy0/s800/White%20Rs%204000.JPG" /></a><br /></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Lord Rama<br /></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a authkey="Gv1sRgCO2K65a70N7jbw&amp;feat=" embedwebsite=""><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfU0qYgZDbI/AAAAAAAAIII/Fg6f5O3mHgs/s800/Rama%20Rs%2015000.jpg" /></a></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Lord Muruga<br /></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a authkey="Gv1sRgCO2K65a70N7jbw&amp;feat=" embedwebsite=""><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfU0qWgNlfI/AAAAAAAAIIQ/G_0ykVhJ8T8/s800/Murugann%20Rs%2010000.jpg" /></a></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Goddess Saraswathi<br /></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a authkey="Gv1sRgCO2K65a70N7jbw&amp;feat=" embedwebsite=""><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfU0qia3VGI/AAAAAAAAIIY/3P71RsPYD2M/s800/Saraswathi%20Rs%2010000.jpg" /></a></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Vajrakavacham<br /></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfU0xPeWYtI/AAAAAAAAIIo/vCv2ntZ_GWY/s800/Vajrakavacham%20Rs%208000.jpg" /></a><br /></span></p></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Each medium-sized deity takes a month to be completed and the time he gets between one order and another, Mr. Seshadrinath utilizes to get earrings, neckpieces and zari for the deities. The price starts from $250 and varies from one idol to another. <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">If you are genuinely interested in buying any idol, please contact seshadrimay1[at]rediffmail[.]com</span></span></span></span></p><p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">A few months back, an article about my grandpa was published on Hindu.<br />http://www.hindu.com/fr/2008/11/14/stories/2008111451330500.htm</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >All pictures are copyrighted. Please ask me first!</span><br /></span></p></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-1222436361229202084?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/sgsTW8MUei4" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com55tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-74339178895264475342009-04-23T12:18:00.000-07:002009-04-23T12:30:10.787-07:00<a><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SfC-yLurEQI/AAAAAAAAIEk/u8jWw9uwd-M/s800/ragi.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Ragi malt makes a perfect breakfast item. It can keep you full until lunch time. I added some MTR's badam mix to give a twist to this drink.<br /><br />Serves 1<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Ragi flour(fingermillet flour)-3-4 tsp<br />MTR's badam mix(or powdered almond)-1 tsp<br />Sugar-2 tsp<br />Milk- 1 glass<br />Cardamom-1/4 tsp<br /><br />Method:<br />Heat milk in a pan.<br />Mix ragi with 1/2 cup of water and whisk well with a fork so that there are no lumps.<br />When milk starts to boil, add the ragi paste, badam mix, sugar and cardamom. Simmer for 2 minutes and serve hot.<br /><br />And this goes to my event: <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://spicesetc.blogspot.com/2009/04/15-minute-cooking-spieces-etc.html">15minute Cooking - May 20th</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-7433917889526447534?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/Y9Pi9tTlqVo" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com67tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-83088630047006202932009-04-19T09:02:00.000-07:002009-04-19T09:56:27.396-07:00<a><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SetLQPj0y_I/AAAAAAAAIDU/IoElj7hpiv4/curryleaf.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I realized that I haven't posted much South Indian recipes. From now on, I will make it a point to post traditional recipes from the South once in a while. My latest post in my health blog is all about curry leaves. They are very good for you. I almost forgot about this rice until I saw it in <a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://sriharivatsan.blogspot.com/2009/02/curry-leaves-rice-karuvapillai-sadham.html">Sriharivatsan's blog</a>. I tried this last weekend and loved it. I have made some changes to her recipe and here is my version.<br /><br />Serves 2<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Fresh Curry leaves-1 cup<br />Oil-1/2 tsp<br />Urud dal-1 tbsp<br />Hing-1/4 tsp<br />Red chillies-4<br />Mustard seeds-1 tsp<br />Whole pepper-1/2 tsp<br />Rice-3/4 cup(uncooked)<br /><br />Method:<br />Cook rice and set aside.<br />Heat oil in a pan. Fry all the above ingredients together till curry leaves turn crisp and urud dal turns golden brown. Cool and grind to a coarse powder. Mix with hot rice and ghee. Serve with pappad.<br /><br />Note:Rice should be cooked in such a way that the grains are separate and not mushy.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-8308863004700620293?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/XtbjpKVJq9A" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com71tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-50040740530781334302009-04-16T09:23:00.000-07:002009-05-16T23:58:49.108-07:00Do you have as little as 15 minutes to whip up something on a busy day? Join me in my kitchen and share your jiffy recipes! They can be anything from appetizers to desserts. A few examples of 15 minute recipes are milkshakes, sandwiches, salads, chutneys(thogayal), rotis, dhals(kootu), upma, kheer, dosas, microwave recipes etc. You can also send semi-homemade dishes. The aim of this event is to learn, share and store a collection of quick recipes(from different parts of India) in one place!<br /><a><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sed9g7kwh8I/AAAAAAAAICI/spPOs7Yr1t0/s288/logo.jpg" /></a><br />Here are the guidelines for the event:<br /><br />Prepare any vegetarian dish(no eggs please) that will take no more than 15 minutes.<br />Post it in your blog between today and May 20th. There is no limit on the number of entries.<br />Link back to this announcement. Feel free to use the logo.<br />If you have already posted some quick recipes, make a fresh post along with this link.<br />If you don't have a blog, email me your recipes.<br /><br />Email spicesetc@gmail.com with the following details on or before May 20th(9 PM PST).<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">1. Blog Name</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">2. Dish name and the URL</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">3. Picture of the dish(300 px wide)</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">4. </span><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Rename the picture to dish name. </span><br /><br />The round up will be posted by May 31st.<br /><br />I am expecting good response from you all :)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">The time required to do advance preparation like soaking, grinding, fermenting, chopping veggies is not counted. But </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">I would still prefer recipes that will take only 15 minutes from start to end. </span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-5004074053078133430?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/OgQF47RsGU4" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com62tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-69751248326800062522009-04-14T16:46:00.000-07:002009-04-15T16:48:31.687-07:00<span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Happy Tamil New Year to all my visitors and friends! Hope you had a feast on this occasion!</span><br /><br /><a><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/SeYz77Avz4I/AAAAAAAAIAs/mdFYRZ00tiE/payasam.jpg" /></a><br /><br />The addition of coconut in this payasam makes it delicious.<br /><br />Serves:2-3<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Rice-2 tbsp<br />Coconut-1/4 cup<br />milk-1/2 cup<br />Sugar-5 tbsp<br />Roasted nuts and raisins-to garnish<br />Saffron-a few strands<br />Cardamom-1/4 tsp<br />Food color(optional)-a pinch<br /><br />Method:<br />Soak rice in water for 15 minutes.<br />Grind coconut and rice together with little water to a coarse paste.<br />Heat 1 cup of water in a vessel. When it starts boiling, add the ground paste.<br />Stir now and then and cook for 10 minutes(the mixture will become thick and rice should have cooked well by now).<br />Add milk, cardamom, saffron, sugar, food color and simmer for 10 minutes.<br />Roast chopped nuts in 1/2 tsp ghee and add it in the end.<br />Serve cold or hot.<br /><br />Isn't it easy enough to try?<br /><br />This is my entry to <a style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;" href="http://recipecenterforall.blogspot.com/2009/04/announcing-cooking-for-kids-rice-event.html">CFK: Rice - May 2nd</a> hosted by Trupti, started by<span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"> </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" class="noprint"><a href="http://www.neivedyam.com/">Sharmi</a></span>.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-6975124832680006252?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/BeojmxRp2V8" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com55tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9062715562295022645.post-31184705136481172172009-04-09T00:16:00.000-07:002009-04-09T00:33:15.624-07:00<a><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_GpKo9KJ401U/Sd2hGtMtA1I/AAAAAAAAH4k/V398W7DxXH4/tomatojuice.jpg" /></a><br /><br />My mom would give me a tall glass of juice(mostly sweet lime or tomato) every single day ever since I was a kid. That's why I love juices and shakes very much! Tomatoes are good for health. We use them in curries, gravies, sambar and what not. Why not make a juice out of this fruit?<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />Tomatoes-4<br />Ginger-small piece<br />Sugar-as needed<br /><br />Method:<br />Blend all the ingredients together. Add 1 cup of water. Filter. Serve cold.<br /><br />This is my entry to Anu's "<a style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);" href="http://chandrabhaga.blogspot.com/2009/04/refreshing-drinks-rd-research-and.html">Refreshing drinks for Summer</a>" event.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062715562295022645-3118470513648117217?l=spicesetc.blogspot.com'/></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/IndianVegetarianKitchen/~4/cTtG6DECL2s" height="1" width="1"/>Mahimaa's kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08279150637157337303noreply@blogger.com63