Capsicum Paddu

Capsicum Paddu or Appe or Paniyaram is a yummy recipe made from left over Dosa-Idli Batter using the Paddu tava. An easy and delicious, gluten-free breakfast or snack recipe.  

A perfect bite-sized burst of flavor that's both healthy and delicious.

Capsicum Paddu

Ingredients

Dosa Batter-2.5 cup
Salt as per taste
Few Coriander leaves 
Green chillies-2-4 chopped
Chopped Capsicum
Cumin seeds-1/2 tsp
Peanuts- few (optional ) 
Oil as required for making paddu

Method:  

Finely chopped capsicum. Add the above mentioned items except oil along with capsicum into the dosa batter and mix well. Next apply oil to the paddu tava and pour the batter in the holes of tava and keep it on low flame. Cover. Once done turn it over and cook the other side. 

Serve Capsicum Paddu hot with chutney or sauce or enjoy just like that.

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Shahi Aloo Matar

Shahi Aloo Matar is a delicious and flavorful side dish that goes perfectly well with Indian Breads or rice. A combination of soft potatoes and rich cashew and fresh green peas in spicy  tomato blend make this one tasty gravy.

 
Let’s dive into the  Shahi Aloo Matar

recipe  

Shahi Aloo Mutter

• Ingredients
• 1 tsp jeera
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp dhania-jeera pwd
• 1 tsp red chili powder 
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp sabzi masala
• 1 cup peeled potato cubes  
• 1 cup Fresh green peas-steamed
• coriander leaves, to garnish 
• Oil-3 tbsp
• 1 tbsp cream
• few roasted cashews

To Grind 
• Few cashews (soaked in water)
• 1-2 Green Chilies
• 1 small elachi
• 1/2 inch cinnamon
• 1 cup chopped tomato 

Method- Soak cashews for 1/2 hr. Next, In a kadai, add oil and roast the cubed potatoes well, keep it aside. Next in kadai, add the items mentioned under to Grind. Roast well. Let it cool. Next grind all the items into fine paste. Add oil in a pan, add the cumin seeds. Next add the chilly powder, garam masala, ground paste and keep stirring. Next add fried potato cubes. Add steamed peas. Add salt, and mix well. Top it up with cream and roasted cashews. Cook till the gravy thickens. Serve Shahi Aloo Matar hot with Indian Bread of your choice.

This gravy is a delightful and comforting dish that combines the goodness of potatoes, peas, and cashews in a rich and flavorful curry. It’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special meal for guests. Pair it with warm naan, parathas, roti, or steamed rice, and you’ve got yourself a satisfying meal that everyone will love. 

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Palak Peas Sevai Upma

Palak Peas Sevai Upma / Spinach Peas Vermicelli Upma is a quick and easy South Indian Breakfast recipe. Blending spinach gives a beautiful green sevai that’s wholesome, and with peas it is full of fresh flavors. This dish brings together everyday ingredients in an easy, nourishing way, perfect for busy mornings or when you want a healthy twist on classic vermicelli.

Palak Peas Sevai Upma 

Ingredients 

• 2 cups vermicelli
• 1 cup Spinach chopped
• 1 cup peas steamed
•  6-7 green chilies finely chopped
•  curry leaves-few
•  1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp peanuts
•  ½ tsp mustard
•  1 tsp urad dal
•  1 tsp chana dal
•  1/2 tsp jeera
•  Salt -for taste
•  Water-as needed
• 3 tbsp grated coconut
• Chopped Coriander Leaves
•  Hing-pinch
•  Turmeric-pinch

Method:   Blanch the spinach and grind it into a paste. Add oil in a pan, roast the vermicelli well and keep it aside. Next add oil, add peanuts and fry well, remove and set it aside, next mustard seeds, followed by urad dal, chana dal ,and jeera, hing, green chilies, curry leaves, turmeric and sauté well. Add spinach paste, steam peas, salt, and reduce the flame let it simmer for 2-3 mins. Next add the vermicelli and add boiled water. Cook till the water evaporates. Mix well. Add the peanuts and mix. Garnish with coconut and coriander leaves. Serve Palak Peas Sevai Upma hot.

Adjust salt and chilies as your taste and preferences.

Spinach or Palak provides healthy nutrients and is rich in iron, vitamins and minerals. It is   important for overall health including skin, hair etc. It is one of the immunity booster foods.

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Toor Dal Dosa

Toordal Dosa is a protein rich dosa. Made with soaked Togari bele or toor dal and rice with spices and coconut this dosa is tasty and delicious.

It’s healthy, crispy, and perfect for breakfast, dinner, or even a lazy weekend brunch. Pair Togaribele Dose with your favorite coconut chutney or spicy tomato chutney for a wholesome, satisfying South Indian meal.

Toor Dal Dosa

🥣 Ingredients

• ½ cup Chiroti rava (fine rava / sooji)
  
• 1/2 cup rice (soaked) 
• ½ cup toor dal (soaked)
• 1–2 tsp jeera (cumin seeds)
• Salt – to taste
• Red chilies-3-4
• coconut- 1/4 cup
• Pepper-1/2 tsp
• Water – as needed for batter

👩‍🍳 Method

1. Grind soaked toor dal, rice, jeera, coconut, pepper corn, red chilies.

2. In a mixing bowl, add the batter, add rava, and salt and mix well.

3. Gradually pour in water and mix well to form a smooth, dosa batter.

4. Let the batter rest for 15–20 minutes.

5. Heat a tava or skillet on medium flame. Grease lightly with oil.

6. Pour the batter and spread it evenly in a circular motion.

7. Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges and cook until crisp and golden brown.

8. Flip and cook the other side.

Serve Toor Dal Dosa hot with chutney, sambar, or enjoy it plain.

💡 Tips

• For extra crispiness, make the batter slightly thin.

• Adjust salt and spice levels to your preference.

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Crispy Beetroot Tikki

Crispy Beetroot Tikki is made from beetroot blended with Indian spices. It is a delicious, healthy and nutritious recipe. Kids will love this colorful snack. This is a fried version.

Packed with the goodness of beets, rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, these Tikkis not only tantalize your taste buds but also nourish your body. 

So, let’s dive into this colorful recipe and bring a healthy and delicious twist to your kitchen!

Ingredients:

1 big Cup boiled and shredded Beetroot
1/2 cup carrot grated

1/2 cup finely chopped onions

Crispy Beetroot Tikki

1 tbsp roasted Besan
1 tsp Jeera
2 tsp Garam masala pwd
1 tsp Chaat masala
1tsp Amchur pwd

1 tsp Sabzi Masala

few Cashews pieces

chopped coriander leaves

1-2 Green Chilies
Salt as per taste

Oil for frying

Shredded bread pieces

Binding

Semolina/ Rava

Bread Crumbs

Method:

 Pressure cook beetroot and carrot. Once cool, shred the same. Remove the excess water. Add the remaining items mentioned above. Mix it well. Make tikkis of any shape you like. 

I have made round ones.

  

Carefully layer it over rava so it gets coated well. 

Place it aside. Heat oil in a kadai. Slowly fry the tikkis till fully done on both sides. Serve the beetroot tikkis hot with chutney and sauce. Enjoy!

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Dahi Simla Mirch Masala

Dahi Simla Mirch Masala – A Quick & Delicious Side Dish

Dahi Simla Mirch Masala is a simple and flavorful dish prepared with capsicum, curds, and aromatic spices. It pairs wonderfully with chapati, phulka, or rice.

What is Dahi Simla Mirch Masala?

Capsicum (Bell Pepper / Simla Mirch) blends beautifully with curd and spices. This quick sautéed dish gives a creamy, tangy, and mildly spicy flavor profile.

Ingredients

• Capsicum (Bell Pepper) – 2, finely sliced

  

  Dahi Simla Mirch

• Onion – 2, finely sliced
• Besan (Chickpea Flour) – 2 tsp
• Roasted peanuts, crushed – 2 tsp
• Thick curds (Yogurt) – 3 tbsp
• Oil – 3 tbsp
• Salt – as needed

Seasoning

• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
• Cumin seeds (Jeera) – 1 tsp
• Hing – a pinch
• Urad dal – ½ tsp
• Chana dal – ½ tsp
• Turmeric – a pinch
• Curry leaves – few
• Green chilies – 1–2 finely chopped
• Dhaniya-Jeera powder – ½ tsp
• Rasam powder – ½ tsp
• Sabzi Masala – 1 tsp

Method

1. Heat oil in a pan on medium flame and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing, urad dal, chana dal, turmeric, curry leaves, and green chilies.

2. Once they splutter, add sliced capsicum and onion. Sauté until soft.

3. Add besan, roasted peanuts, dhaniya-jeera powder, rasam powder, and sabzi masala. Cook on low flame for 5 minutes.

4. Add salt and thick curds. Mix well and cook for just 1 minute. Do not overcook after adding curds.

5. Serve hot with chapati or rice.

Adjust spice levels as per your taste.

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TogariKayi Kurma

Togari Kayi Kurma is a flavorful South Indian curry made with fresh pigeon peas (togari kayi in Kannada), coconut, and a fragrant blend of spices. This traditional Karnataka-style kurma is especially popular during the winter season, when fresh togarikayi (tender pigeon peas) are in abundance.

In many Karnataka households, Togari Kayi Kurma is a cherished seasonal delicacy  a comforting reminder of the harvest months. Packed with protein, fiber, and traditional South Indian flavors, it’s both nutritious and delicious. 

Ingredients

• Togarikalu– 1 cup

• 

  TogariKayi Kurma

  (cooked )
• Tomatoes-1 cup (chopped)
• Boiled Potatoes-1 cup chopped
  
• Dhania Jeera pwd-1/2 tsp
• Bhath Pwd-2 tsp 
• Oil-1-2 tsp
• Salt-for taste
• Cumin seeds -1/2 tsp
• Coriander leaves-few

For grinding:

Half cup grated fresh coconut, 

5-6 cashews, 

1tbsp khus khus,  

1 tbsp fried gram

1 Green Chilly

1/2 tsp jeera

1 Onion chopped

1/2 inch cinnamon

1 clove

Grind these into fine paste adding very little water and keep aside.

Method-

In a pan, prepare the seasoning with oil , mustard, jeera, chana dal, Urad dal, Hing, curry leaves.. Add chopped onion, tomatoes and fry well. Next add the cooked Togarikayi. Stir well. Add little water, cover and let it cook for 10 mins. Next add the ground paste to the gravy and mix well.. Cover and let it cook for 5-10 mins. Keep stirring. Once done, add salt and mix well. Add the chopped coriander leaves, a spoon of thick creamy curd and mix. Let it simmer for 5 mins. Serve this TogariKayi Kurma hot with Chapati/ Paratha or enjoy with rice.

Whether served with rice, roti, or parotta, it offers a satisfying and wholesome meal. With its blend of aromatic spices and creamy texture, and goodness of freshly shelled pigeon peas this Kurma is a true delight!  Enjoy ! 

Adjust the spice and salt as per your taste and preferences.

 

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TogariKayi Idli

Togari Kayi Idli Recipe | Soft Vegetable Idli with Fresh Pigeon Peas

Give your regular idli a seasonal makeover with this Togari Kayi Idli recipe, a soft, fluffy, and flavorful variation made using fresh pigeon peas (togarikayi / tuvar beans). Similar to popular Avarekayi Idli or green peas idli, this version adds a gentle nuttiness and vibrant color from the tender beans. Rich in protein and fiber, Togari Kayi Idli makes a wholesome breakfast or snack that celebrates the essence of South Indian home cooking. Serve it hot with coconut chutney or spicy sambar for a comforting, nutritious meal. 🌿

TogariKayi Idli

Prep Time :10 mins
Cooking Time:  20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins

Category: Breakfast
Author: Smishri
Servings : 4

  
Ingredients : 

• Idli Batter -3 cups
• Green TogariKayi  steamed: 1/2 cup 
  
• Shredded Carrots-1/2 cup
  
• Green chilis : 1 or 2, chopped
• Coriander leaves : few chopped
• Mustard seeds : 1 tsp.
• Curry Leaves : 5-6 nos.
• chana dal:1/4 tsp
• Cashews nut-few
• urad dal:1/4 tsp
• Salt to taste
• oil:1/2 tsp

Method-   In a pan, heat oil. Prepare seasoning with curry leaves, mustard seeds, chana dal urad dal, green chilies once done pour it in the idli batter. Next add chopped coriander leaves, steamed TogariKayi  salt to the batter and mix well. Add chutney pwd and mix. Set for 5 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 TogariKayi Idlis hot with ghee, chutney or saagu.

Idlis are gluten free, rich in probiotics making it a great option for breakfast or as light meals!

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Capsicum Sandwich 3

Capsicum Sandwich 3 is simple and easy to make. Enjoy as a quick snack or mini dinner.  

           Capsicum Curd Sandwich

Ingredients

• Dahi Capsicum Sabzi
• a few chopped coriander leaves
  
• Sandwich masala 
• 8 Bread slices 
• Butter
• Salt
• Green Chutney
• Ketchup

Method:

Take bread, apply butter and  green chutney, add the capsicum mix ,add some sandwich masala, cover with another chutney-butter spread bread. Place it on the tava. Add butter and toast it well till it becomes golden  brown.

Serve Capsicum Sandwich hot with chutney or ketchup. 

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Masala Veggie Quesadilla

Give your weeknight dinner a flavorful twist with this Indo-Mex fusion favorite. Soft rotis instead of tortillas, folded around a spiced Indian stir-fry veggie mix, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of vibrant mint chutney. Each bite delivers warm masala aromas, crisp-golden edges, and a refreshing taste, comfort food with a delicious desi flair- Masala Veggie Quesadilla !!

Ingredients 

• Capsicum (Bell Pepper) – 2, finely sliced 

  

  Masala Veggie Quesadilla

• Onion – 2, finely sliced
• Tomato-1 chopped
• Roasted peanuts, crushed – 2 tsp
• Lemon Juice
• Oil – 3 tbsp
• Salt – as needed
• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
• Cumin seeds (Jeera) – 1 tsp
• Turmeric – a pinch
• Curry leaves – few
• Green chilies – 1–2 finely chopped
• Dhania-Jeera powder – ½ tsp
• Sabzi Masala – 1 tsp
• Cheese Shredded
• Tomato sauce
• Pudina Chutney
• Wheat Rotis fresh

Method

Heat oil for in a frying pan over moderate heat. Add mustard seeds, jeera. Once done add capsicum, onion, tomato and sauté well. Once done add the masala pwds to capsicum and stir-fry over low heat for 5 - 7 minutes till capsicums are tender. Add salt and mix well. Let it cool.  Make rotis.

How to Assemble the Masala Veggie Quesadilla

1. Heat a tawa or pan on medium. Place the roti on it for 10–15 seconds on each side so it becomes soft and pliable (not crispy yet). Place it aside. Next, Spread a thin layer of mint chutney over the roti. Sprinkle cheese over the chutney. Add the masala veggie filling and spread it evenly. Top with a bit more cheese. Fold the roti in half, pressing gently so the filling is sealed inside.

2. Cook the quesadilla by heating a pan with a few drops of oil or butter. Let it cook on medium heat for 2–3 minutes until it becomes golden and crisp, then flip and cook the other side until the cheese melts and the edges turn perfectly crispy. 

3. Once done, let it rest for about 30 seconds, then slice it into 2 wedges using a sharp knife. Serve the quesadilla hot with your favorite dips-mint chutney, ketchup.

Adjust spice levels as per your taste. 

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Southekayi Corn Palya

Southekayi Corn Palya is easy and quick side dish for chapati or rice, blended in South Indian style seasoning, with the flavor of coconut it tastes delicious. Adding sweet corn makes it more nutritious and healthy.

Ingredients:

Cucumber Corn Sabzi

• 1  Cucumber finely chopped
• 2-3 Tbsp shredded Coconut
• 2-3 green chilies chopped' 
• 1 cup steamed sweet corn
• Salt to taste

Seasoning 

• 1/2 tsp mustard
• 1/2 tsp jeera
• 1/2 tsp chana dal
• 1/2 tsp urad dal
• 1 Tbsp Oil
• Turmeric-pinch
• Hing-pinch
• Curry leaves-few

Method: Heat oil in a pan. Add the items in seasoning, once done, add the chopped vegetables, steamed sweet corn and fry for few mins.  Add salt. Cover and cook on low flame. Once done, add grated coconut . Mix well. Serve Southekayi Corn Palya  hot with rasam rice or chapati.

Adjust the spice and salt as per your taste and preferences.

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• Cucumber Paddu
• Cucumber Dosa
• Cucumber Thalipeeth

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Wheat Rava Dosa

Healthy Wheat Flour Rava Dosa | Instant Breakfast Recipe Without Fermentation

Craving a crispy dosa but don’t have time to soak and ferment the batter? This Instant Wheat Rava Dosa is your perfect quick fix! Made with simple ingredients like wheat flour, fine rava (sooji), and aromatic spices, this dosa comes together in minutes and tastes absolutely delicious.

It’s light, crispy, and perfect for breakfast, dinner, or even a lazy weekend brunch. Pair it with your favorite coconut chutney or spicy tomato chutney for a wholesome, satisfying South Indian meal.

🥣 Ingredients

• 

  Wheat Rava Dosa

  ½ cup Chiroti rava (fine rava / sooji)

• ¼ cup rice flour

• ½ cup wheat flour (atta)

• 1–2 tsp jeera (cumin seeds)

• Salt – to taste

• Coriander leaves – a few, finely chopped

• Green chilies – 2 to 3, finely chopped

• Water – as needed for batter

👩‍🍳 Method

1. In a mixing bowl, add rava, rice flour, wheat flour, and salt.

2. Gradually pour in water and mix well to form a smooth, pourable dosa batter.

3. Add jeera, green chilies, and chopped coriander leaves. Stir to combine.

4. Let the batter rest for 15–20 minutes.

5. Heat a tava or skillet on medium flame. Grease lightly with oil.

6. Pour the batter and spread it evenly in a circular motion.

7. Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges and cook until crisp and golden brown.

8. Flip and cook the other side lightly.

Serve Healthy Wheat Rava Dosa hot with chutney.

💡 Tips

• For extra crispiness, make the batter slightly thin.

• Adjust salt and spice levels to your preference.

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Achari Aloo Toast

Achari Aloo Toast or Pickled Potato Toast is a simple and easy snack recipe made from humble bread and potatoes. The butter and spices makes this very delicious and tasty.  It’s the kind of bread toast that is crispy on the outside, soft and spicy with that achari punch that wakes up your taste buds. 

Perfect with a cup of chai !!

Ingredients 

•     Bread slices - 4 

•     Potato - 1 cup (boiled and mashed)

  

  Achari Aloo Toast

  
  

•     Pickle - 2 tbsp
  

•    Salt to taste

•    Turmeric Powder - a pinch

•    Dhania-Jeera Powder - 1/2 tsp

•    Chat Masala - 1/2 tsp

•    Butter 

Method-In a bowl add the boil potato and mash it well, next add the pickle, masala powders, salt and mix well. Next heat a tava, meanwhile apply butter one side of the bread and on the other side apply the mashed potato spread. Put on the tava, toast the buttered side first until golden brown. Flip over and add butter and roast the potato side till golden brown. Serve potato toast hot with ketchup / pickle and hot cup of tea/coffee.

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Carrot Beetroot Palya

A quick and healthy Indian-style dry sabzi made with colorful carrots and beetroot. Perfect for lunchboxes or weekday dinners! 

Carrot with Beetroot s a vibrant, nutrient-rich that combines the natural sweetness of both carrots and beetroot with the  This unique pairing not only creates a flavorful side dish but also delivers a powerhouse of health benefits. Packed with essential vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, this sabzi supports immunity, digestion, skin health, and overall well-being. Ideal for daily meals, it’s a simple yet effective way to nourish the body while satisfying the palate. (source: Web)

Ingredients

• 

  Carrot Beetroot Palya

  1.5 cup Carrot (chopped)
• 1 cup beetroot (chopped)
• A pinch of hing (asafetida)
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp chana dal
• 1/2 tsp urad dal
• A few curry leaves
• 2 tsp Bhath Powder
• 1-2 green chilies
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp  oil
• Salt to taste
• 1-2 shredded amla
• 1/2 cup fresh coconut
• 
  

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a kadai (wok) over medium flame.
2. Add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add hing, cumin seeds, chana dal, urad dal and curry leaves.
3. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
4. Add chopped carrots and beetroots. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Mix well. Cover and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes. Add Bhath pwd, salt and mix well.
6. Garnish with coriander leaves, amla shreds and fresh coconut.

Serve Carrot Beetroot Palya hot with chapati, or rasam rice.

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