Drumstick and Yam cooked with lentils – oil free!
Drumsticks or moringa is a treasure trove of nutrients. It is now touted as a superfood. It is a regular addition to sambar. Here is a flavourful combination of vegetables, lentils and coconut in mild spices. In Palakkad Brahmin cuisine it is called Molagoothal. Usually served with steamed rice.
Kabuli Chana Navaratri Sundal- Satvik, oil-free!
Navaratri is celebrated across the country in various ways. Every state has different rituals, different styles and different foods. Essentially celebrating the power of Mother Goddess and acknowledging the triumph of good over evil. In Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, there is a tradition of arranging clay figurines and dolls on step like shelves and placing a Kalash. Pooja is performed every morning and evening and special offerings are made. This ritual of displaying dolls is known as Golu/Kolu. In the evenings, children and women are invited home and are felicitated by giving haldi kumkum , fruits, flowers, bangles and a serving of the day's offerings or Prasad. That's where Sundals make an appearance. Navaratri and Sundals are inseparable. They can be made with chana dal, green moong, white peas, chickpeas, Black chana, peanuts, Lobiya, or yellow moong dal and a generous amount of coconut. With slight variations in flavouring ingredients, each of
Cashew Methi Curry (Matar Methi Malai) - make it dairy-free!
Methi is a common winter vegetable, popularly combined with aloo to make aloo methi. This highly nutritious green, leafy vegetable is unfortunately often resisted for its slightly bitter taste. If you are familiar with the struggle of getting methi down your kids throat, we strongly recommend this tried and tested recipe. Matar Malai Methi is a rich, creamy, flavourful dish which often finds its place in the exotic list of restaurant menus. Unlike the conventional way, this recipe replaces dairy cream with cashew cream. A perfect blend of healthy green veggies and wholesome nuts! Why replace dairy in the recipe? Read here to know more.
Oil-free sambar powder (Karnataka style)
Sambar powder is a flavourful blend of lentils and Indian spices. It is an ingredient that adds spice and flavour to a thicker consistency sambar. Its one of the most delicious south Indian foods served as a side dish with idly, dosa,rice, millets and ragi balls.Sambar is thicker than a traditional rasambecause of the use of channa dal in the powder.
Arrowroot Halwa (Koovaiyan Pitti Halvo) - Sugar free
Arrowroot is a plant very often found in the coastal areas. The rhizome of the plant is used and this is very similar appearance to turmeric plant. People use starch taken from the root and rhizome (underground stem) to make medicine. Arrowroot has many medicinal properties. Arrowroot is often used as a nutritional food for infants and for people especially recovering from illness. Arrowroot is very useful in the treatment of intestinal and stomach ailments. This very effective in solidifying the stools and hence it is very effective in treating loose motions or diarrhoea. Direct application of rhizome gives a soothing effect on the gums. Cookies are made out of this rhizome and commonly available in the market. Otherwise, as in foods, arrowroot may be used as an ingredient in cooking. Arrowroot is often replaced with cheaper starches, including potato, corn, wheat, or rice starch.
Sweet & Sour Tamarind Lollipop – sugar-free delight for kids!
This recipe is especially to answer the concern of many parents who refrain from offering packaged foods to their children. Sweets & candies are an all-time favourite for the little ones. No birthday party is complete without them. But then we wouldn't really want our children to be consuming all the sugar, colours & other additives these candies are loaded with. Here is a simple recipe to make a lollipop in your own kitchen. Try it out to delight your kids!
Natural recipe for dandruff free scalp
Many of us are suffering from dandruff. Some might have itching also due to this. Here is one quick remedy for you. Instructions:- Apply this mixture for atleast 4 days consistently and you will see the good results. You can make this mixture and store it in a refrigerator.
Guilt free, raw vegan dark chocolate truffle balls
Dark chocolate truffle, an all-time favourite of most kids. But are you worried about your child's health and hence refrain from it? Here's an easy recipe by which you could make your child's favourite at home, using healthier ingredients. Happy moms, happy kids!
Dairy Free Sewiyaan - do your desserts with nut milks!
Most milk-based desserts can be easily made with Coconut milk or Almond milk. Each adding a different but healthful flavor to the dish. We have also replaced the refined white sugar with jaggery. The wheat vermicelli in the recipe is replaced by thin white rice noodles (this is upto you!). You may want to take baby steps towards health and simply focus on replacing milk & sugar.
Raw Mango Side Dish - homemade, additive-free!
Inspired by Assamese cuisine this side dish is a yummy pickle-like addition to meals. At the start of mango season when raw mangoes are in abundance in the market, add this amply to meals for taste and health both! Jaggery balances the sourness of mangoes. The pungent raw mustard oil zings up the chillies. Together they create the magic of flavours and show just how easy it is to add taste to meals naturally!
Avocado Guacamole - homemade, preservative-free!
A quick, no-cook recipe to prepare the much loved guacamole. All you need to do is put together some simple ingredients to get the incredibly delicious, homemade guacamole to be used as a dip or condiment or even as a salad dressing! Forget the store bought options, make guacamole in your kitchen!
Tomato Basil Salsa - homemade, preservative free!
The irresistible combo of basil, garlic, and fresh tomatoes come together in this flavorful salsa. It is a versatile preparation that goes well as a condiment with Indian and western cuisine alike. A wonderful way to add the goodness of raw tomatoes to your meals. It is also a good way to jazz up otherwise boring meals! Fresh salsa is so easy to make and it only takes a few minutes. If you have fresh tomatoes and basil on hand, this only adds another 10 minutes to your prep time.
Welcome Winter | Oil-Free Mix Veg Cashew Curry
This is one recipe we do regularly at home when faced with the question, Aaj kya khana banega. Simple, quick, and a wholesome recipe. It has the nuttiness and very high nutrition of cashews along with the variety of veggies. Must have in your weekly meals, for adults and kids alike In winters, add lots of chopped carrots, beans, even beet and spinach. In summers add your yellow pumpkin, and lauki.
Oilfree banana flower dal
This dish is a combination of banana/plantain flowers, moong dal and spices. Its a common dish in South India and coastal areas where banana is cultivated. This dal can be enjoyed as a side dish with unpolished rice or a gluten-free roti.
Red Rice Tapioca Dosa
Tapioca is a root vegetable. It consists of almost pure carbs and contains very little protein, fiber or nutrients. Tapioca has become popular recently as a gluten-free alternative to wheat and other grains. It is a popular root vegetable in Coastal Indian States, Africa, South America and some Pacific Islands. Tapioca botanically known as Manihot esculenta and has many names, including cassava, bitter-cassava, "Sagudana" (literally, Sagu drops)--with the local variation of "Sabudana"--and "kappa". TheTapioca Pearls are known as "Sabudana" in Marathi. Nutrutional Facts It contains only minor amounts of protein, fat and fiber. Other nutrients which are present in minor quantities. The health benefits of tapioca Enriches red blood cells. Tapioca is fortified with iron and copper, which are both essential for blood health. Helps and keeps digestion in check. Good digestive fibre is present in abundance in tapioca, which keeps sto
Traditional Rice flour lamps
Thambittu or ತಂಬಿಟ್ಟು as it is called in Kannada, is prepared for many festivals during the months of Shraavana or Bhaadrapada(August-September as per the English calendar)most importantly for doing Aarathi to God using the same.Tiru-Tambittu Deepa(‘Purattaasi Maavu Vilakku'in Tamil) is a special vrata(a religious practice) observed on Saturdays. Basically the young boys of the household after the daily rituals such as Sandhyavandana, proceed from one home to another home of sages and elders singing out aloud "Sri Venkateshaaya Mangalam," or "Sri Nrsimhaaya Mangalam," to seek bhiksha(alms) of rice.(The latter expression refers to Lord Srinivasa who stands, gently bent forward with compassion, atop the Tirumala hills to receive eagerly his tired devotees.) This alms-seeking is a spiritual practice and very different from begging for food. This bhiksha is called upaadaana and it refers to collecting offeri
Pazhaya Soru - easy probiotic made with left over rice!
Pazhaya soru literally means old rice, in Tamil. It's a very ancient method to use leftover rice a day later. It said to be loaded with pro-biotic properties and makes for a great breakfast option. Many versions of these are seen in various parts of our country. Boost your gut flora with this easy-to-do, homemade probiotic! Read full to get the pazhaya soru recipe.
Sugarcane juice black wheat muffins/cake
Sugar juice is a quick energy booster. Try this healthy version of baking, which is also easy on the gut.
Oilfree Chutney powder( Karnataka style)
Chutney powder made with lentils is a common accompaniment in Karnataka. Every home has this powder and used to make up for lack of taste in meals or as a chutney to be relished with idlies and dosas. It's very commonly served with upma and rotti.
Sweet and Sour Mango Sorbet - beat the heat naturally!
Sorbet is a frozen dessert made from sweetened water with flavoring contents. Let's make use of our raw mangoes and make this delectable frozen delight. Dairy-free, refined sugar- free, kid-friendly way to beat the scorching summer heat.
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