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masala roast

Masala Dosa|Masala Roast

Masala Dosa|Masala Roast :

Masala Dosa/Masala Roast has been one of my favourites in childhood. I have enjoyed seeing mommy making it and also having it. You can just make dosa with the usual batter and proceed to add masala whereas this one special recipe from my mom for Masala Dosa. I missed capturing pictures of every step as I was shuttling among many works. Sorry about it. I shall soon update with all images. I have tried my best to explain it right. Let me know for any clarifications. With no much delay let’s get into the recipe of Masala Dosa|Masala Roast now. Continue reading “Masala Dosa|Masala Roast” →

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SET DOSA|SPONGE DOSA|POHA & BLACK GRAM DOSA

Set Dosa:

Set dosa and the vada curry-The favourite combo of my dad and my son. I have tried several versions of set dosa and this one gives the best taste and the dosa is so fluffy and spongy with no soda/eno added. This recipe is my guest post for Shravs Kitchen. Hope you remember her recipe of Mushroom Thoran-An authentic Kerela recipe with mushrooms.Thank you Swathy for honouring with an opportunity to write a guest post. Continue reading “SET DOSA|SPONGE DOSA|POHA & BLACK GRAM DOSA” →

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APPLE SAUCE/PUREE FOR BABIES-How to steam cook fruits/vegetables for baby food?

APPLE SAUCE/PUREE FOR BABIES:

Apple is one of the first baby foods suggested universally. An apple a day definitely keeps the doctor away and it is really a good habit to have an apple a day as such.
Now that the use of preservatives/pesticides is more it is better to peel skin and then consume an apple. Today’s post will explain in detail about making apple sauce or steaming cooking a fruit or vegetable. Continue reading “APPLE SAUCE/PUREE FOR BABIES-How to steam cook fruits/vegetables for baby food?” →

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home made dates cinnamon syrup

HOME MADE DATES SYRUP-NATURAL SWEETENER FOR BABY & TODDLER FOODS

HOME MADE DATES SYRUP:

I am becoming a homemade maniac said my friends when I shared this to them during my first attempt. I made an attempt of this when I read the recipe in Aval Kitchen. But the process took some time and I was not satisfied with the process.I kept trying for better processes and especially a way to use the pulpy/fiber part which is discarded in the process. And finally I did it!Stay tuned to know what is that other dish :). This recipe is 200% better than what is sold in markets. Continue reading “HOME MADE DATES SYRUP-NATURAL SWEETENER FOR BABY & TODDLER FOODS” →

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HOME MADE COCONUT MILK-How to make coconut milk?

Homemade Coconut Milk:

When I was discussing on writing a recipe for Homemade Coconut Milk, my family members were not too convinced to give a post dedicated to it.

I then explained to them that even these come in ready-made packets and one of my friends had shared that using ready-made shredded coconut or coconut milk has so many ill effects to human body including obesity and infertility due to those preservatives.

There is one more reason behind sharing this recipe.Recently when I had met my brother in a family function he was quoting that coconut milk is ranked next to breast milk in terms of nutrition.It is extremely nutritious and healthy as per his doctor. Continue reading “HOME MADE COCONUT MILK-How to make coconut milk?” →

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whole wheat banana oats cake

Eggless Whole Wheat Oats Banana Cake-Without Oven

Eggless Whole Wheat Oats Banana Cake

Tomorrow is Christmas and I am sure all of you are done with your preparations. To add few more recipes to my Christmas collection I had requested my good old school friend Ishwarya Shanmugam to help me with a guest post. She readily accepted it and gave me an awesome recipe in no time. We have known each other for 20+ years and she is a good friend of mine. In fact, she is one of the great reasons behind my blogs. She helped me in all possible ways to begin this and always keep encouraging me. Continue reading “Eggless Whole Wheat Oats Banana Cake-Without Oven” →

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AMLA/GOOSE BERRY RICE|NELLIKKAI SADHAM

Amla/Gooseberry/Nellikkai is the tiniest berry known to humans which is a store house of all possible nutrients.It is the most powerful rejuvenating agent known to mankind.Mom and grandmom makes amla juice,amla buttermilk,pickle,candies,murabba and this amla rice is my favourite. Amla is said to have 5 out of the 6 tastes. It is rich in Vitamin C and an AMLA a day will definitely keep you away from seasonal infections.I prefer this form of amla intake for babies than all the above. Let us see in detail about the benefits of this miracle fruit after checking out the recipe.

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Ingredients:

  • Indian Gooseberry-3
  • Peanut/Groundnut-1/4 cup
  • Shallots-1/2 cup(chopped)
  • Cooked rice-1 cup
  • Green Chilly-3
  • Oil-To cook
  • Salt-To taste

To temper:

  • Mustard-1/4 tsp
  • Urad dhal-1/4 tsp
  • Channa dhal-1/4 tsp
  • Curry leaves

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Procedure:

1.Cook rice and fluff it up with a fork and set it aside.

2.Wash goose berries and grate it well.

3.Chop shallots and green chillies.

4.Heat a pan and dry roast the peanuts.

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5.Cool them and peel the skin and set them aside.

6.In the same pan,add oil and temper with mustard seeds,urad dhal,green chillies,channa dhal and curry leaves.

7.Now add the chopped shallots and saute well.

8.When they turn soft add the grated amla/gooseberry.

9.Saute till they turn non-sticky and add the roasted peanuts when you are about to switch off.

10.Mix them well and let it cool.

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11.Add salt and the mixture to rice and mix well evenly.

12.Serve it with any deep fry.

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P.S:

Adjust green chillies as per your choice.

You can skip peanuts for babies.

Skip salt and green chilles for babies below one year.

Please have a word with your doctor before introducing any new food to your baby.

This can be given from 6 months but do consider your family history of allergies and also consult your doctor.

This can be an excellent healthy option for lunch box menu and travel menu.

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Health benefits of Amla/Indian Gooseberry:

It is high in Vitamin C and it is known for improving immunity and helps you fight all infections.

It protects your liver ,heart and digestive system.

It is a very good laxative and it cures diarrhoea,gastric problems,burning sensation.

It improves protein metabolism.

Amla helps in nutrient absorption to a great extent.

It improves digestion as it has lot of fibres.

The Vitamin C content helps in absorption and assimilation of iron.

It improves appetite and aids in digestion too.

It regulates the urinary system.

Avoid amla if you are hypoglcemic

 

 

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RED POHA UPMA|VEGETABLE AVAL UPMA|FLATTENED/BEATEN RICE UPMA

Red Poha Upma:

Red poha/flattened rice/aval/beaten rice is one of the quickest and healthiest ingredients which can be a part of your snack/breakfast/dinner. Mom and grandmother make many varieties out of poha. Red poha halwa/red poha sweet Pongal was one such recipe and now it is a 15 minute quick and healthy breakfast. This can be excellent finger food. This will just melt in the mouth as I have used thin variety. You can also use thick and white ones.

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Introducing Solids to babies-Do’s & Don’ts

How to Introduce Solids to Babies:

The journey of motherhood is always exciting and your baby keeps surprising you continuously. Each phase of this journey is important and the most confusing phase for most of the mothers is weaning/introducing solids/complementary feeding.Please relax dear parent!I am here to help you with this excellent and most important phase and make it as easy as possible.  Trust me as a friend and I am always here with you to assist and support you dear.Weaning is defined as introduction of any food(including formula) other than mother’s milk to babies.Weaning is also called as complementary feeding because it is mandatory that breastfeed/formula feed should be the primary source of food till one year and solids should be just add-ons.

 

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kaddu ka halwa

Pumpkin Halwa|Poosanikkai Halwa|Kaddu Ka Halwa

Hello everybody,Hope this post is finding each of you in good health and high spirits. I am extremely sorry about the unannounced long gap. Due to certain unavoidable circumstances I couldn’t access my space. Thanks for your continual support. I thought my come back recipe should be a sweet recipe and I have chosen this. One of my neighbours had a huge pumpkin at home and she was wondering on dishes to be made. I volunteered to help her with recipes of khicicdi/gothsu,halwa,kheer apart from usual stir fry,kootu and sambhar. One fine evening we started preparing this halwa and in no time it was ready and it melted in everybody’s tummy. The guests at my neighbours place were very happy having it. Hence a happy Kitchen Kathukutty too :). I remember promising few of the readers with this recipe long back,and here you go.

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