Vaazhakkai Podimas/Vaazhakkai Puttu- Grated Raw Banana Stir Fry

Vaazhakkai Podimas or puttu is made by tossing cooked and grated raw bananas with basic Indian Tempering, onions , green chilli and grated coconut. The recipe was passed on to my mother by my grandmother and I learnt it from her.I have been meaning to get my hands on it for a while now and…

Baked Potato Wedges- Pizza Hut Style Potato Wedges

Potato Wedges is one of the most preferred starters of vegetarians after French fries. It is enjoyed by people of all age groups. If you are someone who keeps a tab on your calorie intake, but, still would like to indulge, this recipe is for you. Wedges of potatoes marinated in spices are baked to…

Easy to make Paneer Tikka on Tawa- Tawa Paneer Tikka

Paneer (Indian Cottage Cheese)Tikka is one of the most sought after starters when it comes to vegetarian food. Chunks of soft cottage cheese marinated in yogurt flavoured with Indian spices is grilled to perfection. It is usually accompanied by mint chutney , onion rings and lemon wedges. Traditionally, paneer tikka is prepared in tandoor(clay ovens).…

Crispy Potatoes

  I guess Potato is everyone's favourite when it comes to Vegetables. I don't think there is anyone who despises Potatoes. Come on, can you say no to French Fries? No right? The world's favourite root vegetable also known as Aloo in hindi is widely used in various preparations across India. From stuffed parathas to…

Sabudana/Sago Fritters/Javvarisi Vadai

I happened to visit this place called Amdavadi in T nagar, Chennai. Its basically a Gujarati snack house with a lovely ambiance and amazing food. Sabudana/Sago vada is a traditional deep fried snack from Maharashtra, India. The people at the restaurant suggested it as it happens to be one of their signature dishes and also…