Jun 19, 2013

Karibevu Chutney/Curry Leaves Chutney

Karibevu chutney or Curry leaves Chutney is chutney made from simple curry leaves (kadipatta). Blended with spices it has a unique taste.

Curry leaves is abundant with iron, carbohydrates, energy and vitamins Nutritious, healthy and delicious, you must try making this !!
Ingredients:


  • Curry leaves( Karibevu ) -1/2 cup
  • (cleaned)
  • Grated dry coconut 3-4 tbsp
  • Chana dal 3-4 tbsp
  • Tamarind lemon size
  • Red Chillies-6-7
  • Jaggery-1/2 tsp (opt)
  • Seasoning
  • Mustard-1/2 tsp
  • Hing-pinch
  • Salt-taste

Method:

In a kadai, add tsp of oil fry chana dal and red chillies well on low heat. Next add dry coconut and curry leaves and fry Add tamarind and fry. Set it aside to cool. Grind the above mixture in a smooth paste in a blender. 

Next add seasoning, heat oil in a pan, add mustard, hing once done add it to the chutney.
Enjoy the chutney with dosa or idli.




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Oct 17, 2013

Raw Mango Chutney

Mavinkayi/Raw Mango chutney is appealing and tangy flavored. This south Indian flavoured mavinakayi chutney makes a great combination for any fried snack, Chapati or Dosa. 

There are other interesting recipes made from Raw mango in this website, check out for Mavinakayi Chitranna, Raw Mango Dal, 


Below is the details for Raw Mango chutney

Raw Mango Chutney
Raw Mango Chutney
Ingredients

  • 1 cup Grated Raw Mango 
  • 6-7 green chilies
  • Coconut-1-2 tbsp
  • Salt as per taste
  • Chopped Coriander leaves-1/2 cup

Seasoning


  • 1/2 tsp Mustard
  • 1/2 tsp chana dal
  • 1/2 tsp urad dal
  • 1/4 tsp menthya
  • Hing pinch
  • Curry leaves few


Method - 
Blend together the grated mango,chilies,salt ,coconut,coriander leaves into fine paste. Heat oil in a pan add mustard, chana dal,urad dal add hing and curry leaves once done add to the chutney. Fry the chutney for 2-3 mins. Enjoy it with hot chapati or dosa.




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Mar 19, 2013

Raw Mango Chutney/Mavinkayi chutney


Mavinkayi/Raw mango chutney is appealing and tangy flavored.Makes a great combination for any fried snack or enjoy with chapati.

Raw Mango Chutney/Mavinkayi chutney
Mavinkayi Chutney
Ingredients
1 cup Grated Raw Mango 
4-5 green chilies/red chilies
1 tsp Mustard Seeds 
1/4 tsp Menthya/Fenugreekseeds
2 tsp Jaggery/Gud
Salt as per taste

Seasoning

1/2 tsp Mustard
1/2 tsp chana dal
1/2 tsp urad dal
Hing pinch
Curry leaves few

Method
Fry dry red chillies, mustard and fenugreek in little oil.Blend it together with grated mango,jaggery,salt into fine paste.Heat oil in a pan add mustard, chana dal,urad dal add hing and curry leaves once done add to the chutney.Fry the chutney for 2-3 mins.Enjoy it with hot chapati or rice or any hot snacks.



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May 19, 2013

Togari bele Chutney / Toor Dal Chutney

Togari bele Chutney / Toor Dal (lentils) Chutney is simple and tasty chutney that can be enjoyed with Chapati or Dosa. It is made from roasted Tur dal with spices.


Ingredients :
Toor dal - 3/4 cup
Grated coconut -1/4 cup (optional)
Red chillies - 7-8
Tamarind - little
Salt as required

Seasoning
Mustard seeds 1 tsp
Hing pinch
Curry leaves few
Oil-2 tsp



Method:

Roast the toor dal till becomes slightly red in color ,then add red chillies in little oil.Grind the dal, coconut, red chillies, tamarind and salt keep adding water to blend it well. Season with mustard seeds,hing,curry leaves. Enjoy Togari bele Chutney / Toor Dal Chutney with Dosa, Idli or mix with white rice.




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Feb 2, 2015

Chutney Sandwich

Chutney Sandwich

Chutney Sandwich : eat it as snack or at picnics.Everyone loves it.Simple and easy.Simple lunch box recipe for kids.

Prep Time: 10mins

Cook Time:10 Mins
Total time:20 mins
Servings: 4
Author: Smita

Ingredients:
  • Bread
  • Butter 
Green Chutney:
  • 4-5 green chillies, chopped 
  • Coriander leaves,Mint
  • Fresh grated coconut -1/2 cup
  • Roasted gram dal-hurikadle
  • 1 tsp. tamarind paste
  • Salt to taste

Method: Grind all the chutney ingredients to a smooth paste with little water.Keep aside.
Remove the edges of the bread slices,apply butter,green chutney .Apply butter,chutney and on another bread slice ,place this on top layer.Toast it .Cut it in triangle shape and serve.


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Mar 13, 2014

Heerekai Chutney

Heerekayi Chutney  is easy to prepare. One more combination for your chapatis. Heerekayi is the Kannada word for Ridge Gourd / Turai. You can use the peels as well.

Heerekai Chutney,Turai, Ridge gourd chutney
Heerekai Chutney

Ingredients:
  • Heerekai pieces/peels -1/2 cup
  • (cleaned)
  • Grated dry coconut 1-2 tbsp
  • Chana dal 1-2 tbsp
  • Tamarind paste 1 tsp
  • Red Chillies-5-6
  • Jaggery-1/2 tsp (opt)
  • Seasoning
  • Mustard-1/2 tsp
  • Hing-pinch
  • Salt-taste
  • Curry leaves-few

Method:

In a kadai,add tsp of oil fry chana dal and red chillies well on low heat. 

Next add dry coconut and fry. Add tamarind and fry. Set it aside to cool. 
Fry the heerekayi shreds /pieces.  Grind the above mixture in a coarse paste in a blender. Next add seasoning,
heat oil in a pan, add mustard,hing once done add it to the chutney. Enjoy this Heerekai Chutney
with dosa or chapati.




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Jun 3, 2013

Coconut chutney with onion

Coconut Onion Chutney blend of coconut with onion and spices, another version of chutney for your Dosas, Idlis or Chapati.


Ingredients :

  •                Coconut Onion Chutney

    2 tbsp grated coconut
  • 1 big onion
  • 4-5 red chilies
  • 1 tbsp Puttani (roasted gram)
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp urad dal 
  •  1/2 Chana dal
  •  Curry leaves
  •  Tamarind


Method

Roast red chilies and onions in a kadai.

Grind coconut, red chilies,tamarind, puttani , chopped onions and grind it again to smooth paste adding little water.
Heat oil in a kadai , add mustard,  add urad dal, chana dal, curry leaves and fry for a while.
Add to chutney. Enjoy the chutney with Dosa.



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Apr 2, 2014

Capsicum Chutney

Capsicum Chutney is yet another vegetable based chutney that can be enjoyed with Dosa/Idli or Chapati.This is easy and spicy -a non coconut based chutney.



Capsicum Chutney
Ingredients:
  • 1 cup Green Capsicums chopped
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • Few Peanuts roasted
  • 1 tbsp. Oil
  • 4-5 Green chillies
  • 1 tsp tamarind paste
  • Salt to taste
Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Mustard
  • 1 tsp Chana dal
  • 1 tsp Urad dal
  • Few Curry leaves
  • Hing-pinch
  • 1 tbsp Oil

Method: Roast the peanuts and keep it aside. Next add oil in kadai, fry capscium, chilies, onions. Grind these with tamarind paste into chutney with very less water. Season with mustard seeds, hing, chana dal, urad dal and curry leaves. Enjoy with dosa, idlis or Indian Breads.






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Feb 1, 2019

Weekly Planner

Cooking food needs lots of planning - As much as cooking at home is fun, it also needs meticulous planning. Having said that, we need to plan ahead and have stuff in the fridge which will assist in cooking.


Lets look at how can we make life easy with these tips.




Roti Dough

Chapati is a daily requirement in almost all homes, hence have the roti dough well in advance and refrigerate it. The dough remains fresh if kept in fridge for 2-3 days. You can take the required quantity and store the rest. This dough can be used for making parathas, puris, chapatis. Always cover and store the leftover dough in the fridge properly.


Ready Chutney's

Most of our breakfast require a side dish to complete the recipe like  idli, dosa paratha etc. When time is a constraint a ready made chutney is a boon. We can prepare thokku, chutney ,pickles and chutney powder, and use it. These chutney's can also be used to make sandwiches and parathas. These chutneys can be stored for 3-5 days in the fridge. The chutney powder can be stored in air tight container for almost a month. Ketchups and sauces can be made and stored accordingly.



Easy breakfast ideas

Rava can be roasted with seasoning and stored for 15 days, you need to add only hot water and enjoy the Upma. Similarly Sevai can also be done. The ready mix like MTR that is available in the stores is a easy fix too. Always have packet of bread handy for making sandwich or simple toast
.

Menu Planner

Always make a weekly menu timetable depending on your family's tastes and preferences. Once decided get the required vegetables from the market and stock up the fridge. You can order groceries once a month from the grocery list and store accordingly. You can choose various recipe ideas from Recipe Index

Vegetables

Once you bring the vegetables for your weekly requirement, sort and clean it. Certain vegetables can be diced or chopped and used. The chillies can be stored without the stem. The coriander, pudina and curry leaves can be neatly plucked and stored in Ziploc bags or fridge boxes. Beans can also be removed from its stem and kept ready for chopping. Peas, corn etc are available as frozen which can be brought and stored in fridge, its a great help. If you get fresh peas, lima beans, deseed them and store these in fridge. Coconut can also be grated and kept frozen.


Fruits

Don't forget to stack up fruits which comes as great help as a healthy tiffen box ideas.







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Apr 2, 2013

Kadalebele Chutney

Kadlebele chutney (ಕಡಲ ಬೆಲೆ ಚಟ್ನಿ) made from Chana dal and spices-a South Indian chutney variety. Another great combination for DOSA/Idli or Chapati. It is spicy and tasty.


Ingredients :
Chana dal - 3/4 cup
Kadlebele Chutney
Grated coconut -little
Red chillies - 6-8
Tamarind - little
Salt as required

Seasoning

Mustard seeds 1 tsp
Hing pinch
Curry leaves few
Oil-2 tsp



Method:
Roast the chana dal till beomes slightly red in colour ,then add red chillies in little oil.Grind chana dal, coconut, red chillies, tamarind and salt keep adding water to blend it well.
Season with mustard seeds,hing,curry leaves.
Enjoy Kadalebele Chutney with Dosa, Idli or mix with plain white rice.



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Feb 9, 2014

Onion Chutney Ver II

Onion Chutney is spicy and makes a good combination with DOSA,IDLI OR CHAPATI.This one is the South Indian taste with ground red chillies and dry coconut.It is delicious.

Onion Chutney
Onion Chutney Ver II

Ingredients:
2-3  onions, chopped
6-7 dry red chillies 
Tamarind paste -2 tsp
Dry coconut grated-1/2 cup
Salt as per taste

Seasoning
Mustard seeds 1 tsp
Chana dal-1tsp
Urad Dal-1 tsp
Curry leaves few
Menthya seeds-few
Hing-pinch
Oil-2 tsp


Method: Heat the oil,fry onions well .Keep it aside.Next fry red chillies,dry coconut .Grind these with tamarind paste into chutney with very less water Season with the items given.Serve it with hot dosa or idli.


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Feb 3, 2014

Tomato Chutney Ver II

Tomato Chutney Ver II is quick and easy to prepare.One more variety of tangy chutney for the dosas,idlis or chapatis.

Tomato Chutney
Tomato Chutney Ver II

Ingredients :
Tomatoes-2-3 chopped
Mustard+Menthya pwd-1/2 tsp
Red chillies - 6-8
Tamarind paste  - 1/2 tsp
Salt as required

Seasoning

Mustard seeds 1 tsp
Hing pinch
Curry leaves few
Oil-2 tsp



Method:
Fry menthya,mustard well ,next add red chillies and fry well.Once done , grind it into fine powder.Next heat oil in kadai, add the chopped tomatoes and fry well ,once done add tamarind paste ,add the ground pwd ,salt and mix well.Fry well.Season with mustard seeds,hing,curry leaves.Enjoy with dosa , idlis or Indian Breads.



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Nov 4, 2013

Tomato Chutney

Tomato Chutney,tomato,chana dal
Tomato Chutney

Tomato chutney is quick and easy to prepare.One more variety of chutney for the dosas,idlis or chapatis.


Ingredients :
Tomatoes-2 chopped
Chana dal -2-3 tbsp
Red chillies - 6-8
Tamarind - little
Salt as required

Seasoning

Mustard seeds 1 tsp
Hing pinch
Curry leaves few
Oil-2 tsp



Method:
Roast the chana dal till beomes slightly red in colour ,then add red chillies in little oil.Grind chana dal, tomatoes, red chillies, tamarind and salt keep adding water little by little  to blend it well.Season with mustard seeds,hing,curry leaves.

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May 21, 2019

Ragi Masala Idli

Ragi Masala Idli is interesting twist to the normal idlis. Soft with a blend of spices and seasonings gives it a great taste. Enjoy hot with chutney.

This recipe is a healthy combination of ragi flour with the normal idli batter. It is quick to make, easy to serve, just dunk a hot fluffy piece of Idli in freshly prepared chutney and you are off for a great start of your day! A small change in the typical Idli recipe but loaded with nutrients and fiber just by adding the humble Ragi. 

You must be knowing Ragi has immense health benefits! Give this recipe a try!

Recipe Details

Prep Time- 7 mins
Cook Time-10 mins
Total Time- 17 mins
Servings-16
Author- Smitha
ragi, masala , idli, masala idli, ragi masala idli
Ragi Masala Idli

Ingredients : 

  • Idli Batter 
  • Ragi flour 
  • Onion : 1finely chopped
  • Green chillies : 1 or 2, chopped
  • Coriander leaves : few chopped
  • Mustard seeds : 1 tsp.
  • Curry Leaves : 5-6 nos.
  • chana dal:1/4 tsp
  • urad dal:1/4 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • oil:1/2 tsp
  • Chutney pwd:2 tsp (opt)


Method -  Mix the idli batter with ragi flour and keep it aside for 1/2 hour. In a pan, heat oil. Prepare seasoning with curry leaves, mustard seeds, chana dal urad dal, green chillies once done pour it in the ragi-idli batter. Next add chopped coriander leaves,onions ,salt to the batter and mix well. Add chutney pwd and mix. Set for 10 mins.

Apply oil onto the idli plates and pour the batter in a spoon. Steam it in pressure cooker for 15-20 mins on medium flame. 

Serve Ragi Masala Idli hot with ghee, chutney or saagu.




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Jan 24, 2013

Coriander Chutney

Coconut Coriander Chutney is a blend of fresh coconut with Coriander leaves and chilies , a typical South Indian Chutney recipe which can be enjoyed with Chapati/Poori,Dosa and Idli.

Coriander Chutney
Coriander Chutney



Ingredients 
  • 1 cup fresh/frozen coconut
  • 6-8 green chillies
  • Coriander leaves-1 bunch
  • Tamrind paste 1/4 tsp
  • Salt

Seasoning
  • Mustard-1 tsp
  • Chana dal-1/2 tsp
  • Urad Dal-1/2 tsp
  • Hing-Pinch
  • Menthya-few seeds
  • Curry leaves-few


Method: Grind all with minimum amount of water needed.
Season with mustard seeds,chanadal ,urad dal,Hing,menthya (fenugreek seeds),curry leaves.



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Apr 6, 2020

Coconut Chutney Ver II


Coconut chutney with Red chilies and Hurikadle(dahlia) is yet another chutney variety that can be enjoyed with Idli, Dosas, Poori and Chapati.  It is an easy and simple chutney recipe.



Ingredients 
Coconut chutney with Red chilies
  • 1cup fresh/frozen coconut
  • 8-10 Red Chilies (guntur /Byadgi)
  • White dal-2 tbsp (puttani/hurigadle)
  • Tamarind paste 1/4 tsp
  • Salt
Seasoning
  • Oil-1 tsp
  • Mustard seeds-1/2 tsp
  • Chana dal-1/2 tsp
  • Urad dal-1/2 tsp
  • Hing-pinch
  • Curry Leaves- few

Method:

Grind all above items with minimum amount of water.

Season with mustard seeds, chanadal , urad dal, hing, menthya seeds, curry leaves.

Serve with chapatis, dosa, idli or parathas. Just spread on toasted bread too!





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Feb 3, 2020

Heerekayi Chutney

Heerekayi Chutney is Chutney is an interesting spicy accompaniment that is made across India. Each region has its own version and taste. It is made from

Heerekayi Chutney
Ingredients
  • Heerekayi/Ridge gourd -chopped in pieces
  • Green chillies 4-5
  • Ginger-small piece
  • Kobbari /coconut- 1/4 cup
  • Hunse hannu / tamarind paste - 1 tsp
  • Salt for taste


Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Mustard
  • 1 tsp Chana dal
  • 1 tsp Urad dal
  • Few Curry leaves
  • Hing-pinch
  • 1 tbsp Oil

Method- In a pan, fry the chopped ridge gourd well, next add the red chilies,coconut, tamarind and fry well. Once cool grind it well with little water.  Season it with mustard and curry leaves.

Enjoy this Chutney with hot rice, idli , dosa or chapati.






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Apr 20, 2013

Potato Sandwich

Potato Sandwich is simple and easy to make.Enjoy as a quick snack or mini dinner.

Prep Time: 20mins

Cook Time:15 Mins
Total time:35 mins
Servings: 4
Author: Smita


Ingredients
Potato Sandwich
  • 2 cups boiled grated potatoes
  • ½ onion – chopped finely
  • 3-4  green chilies–chopped finely
  • ½ tsp jeera
  • ¼ tsp mustard
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • Pinch Hing
  • Lemon juice
  • a few chopped coriander leaves
  • Sandwich masala or Chaat masala
  • 8 Bread slices 
  • Butter
  • Salt
  • Green Chutney
  • Ketchup
  • Tomato,onion,capsicum slices
Method:In a kadai,heat oil,add mustard seeds,cumin seeds,green chilies,curry leaves,hing, tumeric ,add mashed potatoes,salt,masala powders,lemon juice and coriander leaves mix well.Take bread,apply butter and  green chutney,smear the potato stuffing,top it up with the slices of vegetables,add some chaat masala,cover with another chutney-butter spread bread.Grill in toaster.Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.


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Jan 10, 2024

Papdi Chaat

Papdi Chaat or पापड़ी चाट is a popular Indian street food snack that combines various flavors and textures in a delightful way. Enjoy as evening snack.

Ingredients:

For Papdi:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)

    Papdi Chaat, पापड़ी चाट
    Papdi Chaat

  • 1/4 cup semolina (sooji)

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • Water (to knead the dough)

  • Oil (for frying)

For Assembling:

  • 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes

  • 1/2 cup boiled chickpeas

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onions

  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes

  • 1/4 cup finely chopped coriander leaves

  • 2 tbsp mint chutney

  • 2 tbsp  sweet tamarind chutney

  • 1/2 tsp Chaat masala

  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder

  • 1/2 tsp Red chili powder 

  • Salt to taste

  • Sev for garnish

  • Pomegranate seeds for garnish

Method:

For Papdi:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, and salt.

  • Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a stiff dough.

  • Cover the dough and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes.

  • Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a small disc (papdi). Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the papdis until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove the papdis from the oil and let it cool.

Assembling Papdi Chaat:

  • Crush the papdis on a serving bowl. Next add the boiled and mashed potatoes, chickpeas, chopped onions, and tomatoes. Drizzle mint chutney and sweet tamarind chutney over the  papdis.

  • Sprinkle chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste. Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves, pomegranate seeds  and sev.

  • Serve homemade Papdi Chaat immediately.

Feel free to adjust the quantities of ingredients and chutneys based on your taste preferences.

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