Cook Time :20 Min | Servings : 2 Persons
A simple fry which is commonly taken with white rice, Curd rice and Sambar. This recipe is a version without coconut, normally we add fresh grated coconut.
Onion / Vengayam
Spicy Fried Lentil Curry / Dal Fry
Cook Time :40 Min | Servings : 3 Persons
Dhal fry is a very famous north Indian dish. Normally called as, ‘Tadka dhal Fry’ meaning seasoned lentil fry, seasoning the cooked dhal. It is served in most of the Indian restaurants. Any dhal varieties can be used to cook this dish. In a typical south Indian family, dhal will be cooked at least once a week. Dhal is rich in nutrients. When I was a kid, I remember harvesting dhal from our farms. They will be mixed with red soil and kept covered in the floor ( not sure, why ) for 1 or 2 days, cleaned thoroughly and cooked. Dhal with shells on is rich in fiber, my grand mother never split them before cooking.
If the cooked dhal turns out too thick, add little hot water to get your required consistency. Season the cooked dhal 5 min before serving, for a better taste. Add a little ghee to give it that extra taste. I became a fan of dhal fry since I started working.
Ghee Lentil Rice / Nei Paruppu Sadam
Cook Time : 35 Min | Servings : 2 Persons
This is a simplified version of bisibelabath. Hang on, I didn’t mean the authentic one, it’s my version. When you feel lazy to cook, this would be an easier recipe with a quick cook time. Of course, dhal with ghee tastes heavenly and you can add any vegetables of your taste. Though it is sort of an instance recipe, it vanishes from the plate pretty fast.
Mutton Biryani / Aatu Kari Biryani
Cook Time : 50 Min | Servings : 2 Persons
Say Kongunadu style Mutton biryani. Well, not exactly but this is how all type of biriyani’s are cooked at my home since I remember. But the marination part has never been done, since I get tough meat here I started marinating. Meat tenderizer can also be added while marinating, but I skipped that step.
Hmm… Sunday with biriyani cooked at home for lunch, who would say no. I normally skip breakfast on Sundays and I start counting the minutes as soon as my mom starts preparing. The aroma spreads the house makes u to feel more hungry. When my mom says it’s done, yes that’s the moment I have been waiting for and I eat more than usual. I should say biryani with some non-veg gravy and raitha is the great combo I have ever had.
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Mutton Sukka Varuval
Cook Time : 60 Min | Servings : 2 Persons
One of my friends used to bring this for lunch when I was in college. My friends and I liked it a lot. We used to bug my friend to get it often for us. When I prepared, it was finished in no time. I bet kids would love it.
Dry Aloo Gobi Fry / Potato Cauliflower Fry
Cook Time : 30 Min | Servings : 2 Persons
Most of the people likes potato cooked in any form. This dry curry best matches with Chapathi and packed for lunch boxes.
Chinese Vegetable Fried Rice ( An Indian Version )
Cook Time : 20 Min | Servings : 2 Persons
When you have left over rice or want to prepare something really quick and healthy, here we go Vegetable Fried Rice. It’s very easy and a real comforting food.
