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There is nothing quite like a spoonful of tangy, spicy lemon pickle to brighten a simple meal. This quick pressure-cooker lemon pickle is made with fresh lemons, green chilies, minimal oil, and a fragrant freshly ground spice mix. Traditional Cooking vs Cooking in pressure cooker: …
Homemade raw Mango pickle is a tangy, spicy and irresistible South Indian pickle made with fresh raw mangoes and flavorful spices. There is something truly special about homemade mango pickle made the old-fashioned way. Why is South Indian Pickle Special?: In South India Pickles are …
Puliyodarai – a tangy and spicy variety rice made by mixing Pulikaachal in hot rice. If you are from South India, you must savored this Puliyodarai dish – either in temple or a travel meal or lunch box. When I was a kid, if there …
Coconut Thuvaiyal/Thogayal (a thick coconut chutney made for mixing with rice) is a classic accompaniment for rice and rice based dishes, like Puliyodarai or Tamarind Rice. Puliyodarai (Tamil-style tamarind rice) is a traditional Tamil food made with tamarind extract. This thick chutney is found in …
Tomato chutney, which is a beloved staple in Tamil households, is popularly known as thakkali chutney. It is often prepared with onions, garlic, and dried red chilies, and used as a spicy, everyday accompaniment for idli or dosa. This chutney is incredibly versatile — commonly …
Mint Chutney is a quite adaptable recipe that works beautifully as a tandoori dip, appetizer accompaniment, or sandwich spread. Mint, also known as Pudina in Tamil, is a strong, fragrant herb, and when used in the right combination, it adds a bright, refreshing flavor that …