Sinful Curry

Every time I post a Tamil-Kannadiga Recipe, it is mostly, keeping my friend A in mind. She is from the Northern part of India, a lover of the South Indian cuisine and a big foodie like me. We are very alike in many aspects. Obsessive, over controlling mothers. Manipulative wives. And both of us, hyperventilate at the sight of food. Owing to our similar traits, we stick to each other like fleas on a dog, and are always on the phone, condoning, consoling, supporting, justifying and accepting our respective behaviors. So, when A asked me for a Rasam recipe, even though I knew it was futile to try convince her, that you simply don’t  go to a Mallu carnivore for a recipe like this, I tried. Until, she held me at gunpoint with her guilt trip fallacy (now, where have I seen that before?). So, I acquiesced, only with an evil plot at the back of my mind. I’m going to hold this against her, until she churns up some yummy Malpuas for me and I get to eat myself sick from it!!!  How’s t...

Every time I post a Tamil-Kannadiga Recipe, it is mostly, keeping my friend A in mind. She is from the Northern part of India, a lover of the South Indian cuisine and a big foodie like me. We are very alike in many aspects. Obsessive, over controlling mothers. Manipulative wives. And both of us, hyperventilate at the sight of food. Owing to our similar traits, we stick to each other like fleas on a dog, and are always on the phone, condoning, consoling, supporting, justifying and accepting our respective behaviors. So, when A asked me for a Rasam recipe, even though I knew it was futile to try convince her, that you simply don’t  go to a Mallu carnivore for a recipe like this, I tried. Until, she held me at gunpoint with her guilt trip fallacy (now, where have I seen that before?). So, I acquiesced, only with an evil plot at the back of my mind. I’m going to hold this against her, until she churns up some yummy Malpuas for me and I get to eat myself sick from it!!!  How’s t...

One of the non mallu  chutneys that I like most with my idlis or dosas is the tomato onion chutney. The tangy tomatoes cut through the delicate sweetness of the onions, creating a perfect symphony of sweet and sour.  The chutney is very easy to make and stays fresh for long, allowing you to make plenty to last for later :).   Ingredients: 3 med sized tomatoes chopped into chunks 1 med sized onion chopped 1/4 tsp [amazon-product type=”text” text=”tamarind”]B002EE40B0 [/amazon-product] paste or marble sized pitted [amazon-product type=”text” text=”tamarind”]B002EE40B0 [/amazon-product] . 5 – 6 dried whole red chilies 1 tbsp whole [amazon-product type=”text” text=”coriander seeds”]B000N4WWS6[/amazon-product] 2 sprigs of curry leaves big pinch of [amazon-product type=”text” text=”asafoetida”]B000JMAXOW[/amazon-product] 2 –3 cloves of garlic, chopped (optional) 1/2 a tsp of grated ginger (optiona...

One of the non mallu  chutneys that I like most with my idlis or dosas is the tomato onion chutney. The tangy tomatoes cut through the delicate sweetness of the onions, creating a perfect symphony of sweet and sour.  The chutney is very easy to make and stays fresh for long, allowing you to make plenty to last for later :).   Ingredients: 3 med sized tomatoes chopped into chunks 1 med sized onion chopped 1/4 tsp [amazon-product type="text" text="tamarind"]B002EE40B0 [/amazon-product] paste or marble sized pitted [amazon-product type="text" text="tamarind"]B002EE40B0 [/amazon-product] . 5 – 6 dried whole red chilies 1 tbsp whole [amazon-product type="text" text="coriander seeds"]B000N4WWS6[/amazon-product] 2 sprigs of curry leaves big pinch of [amazon-product type="text" text="asafoetida"]B000JMAXOW[/amazon-product] 2 –3 cloves of garlic, chopped (optional) 1/2 a tsp of grated ginger (optional) Salt to tast...

This delicately spicy dish, serves very well with all kinds of breads. The secret to getting  the gravy really thick and just right, is to use a lot of onions. I’ve also used jalapenos in this recipe instead of green chilies for a slight twist. But it really doesn’t matter though. You could use any kind of green chili and still be happy with the outcome. Ingredients 6 eggs, hard boiled and shelled 2 onions, finely sliced 4 tomatoes, finely chopped 2 – 3 jalapenos (base it on your tolerable spice levels) 1tbsp finely grated ginger 1 tbsp finely diced garlic 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp roasted cumin powder 1/2 tsp kerala garam masala salt to taste   Directions Slit the eggs length wise, just sufficient to cut through the white, still keeping it whole. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin, onions and sauté until golden brown. Add crushed ginger, garlic, jalapenos and sauté until oil separates. Add tomatoes, turmeric, kerala garam masala and sauté until oil separates. Add boiled eggs and mix in...

This delicately spicy dish, serves very well with all kinds of breads. The secret to getting  the gravy really thick and just right, is to use a lot of onions. I’ve also used jalapenos in this recipe instead of green chilies for a slight twist. But it really doesn’t matter though. You could use any kind of green chili and still be happy with the outcome. Ingredients 6 eggs, hard boiled and shelled 2 onions, finely sliced 4 tomatoes, finely chopped 2 – 3 jalapenos (base it on your tolerable spice levels) 1tbsp finely grated ginger 1 tbsp finely diced garlic 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp roasted cumin powder 1/2 tsp kerala garam masala salt to taste   Directions Slit the eggs length wise, just sufficient to cut through the white, still keeping it whole. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin, onions and sauté until golden brown. Add crushed ginger, garlic, jalapenos and sauté until oil separates. Add tomatoes, turmeric, kerala garam masala and sauté until oil separates. Add boiled eggs ...

This amazingly simple salad is refreshingly soothing on a hot summer day. My husband in a big lover of yogurt and this salad is something that he would pour on top of anything and everything if he had a choice. Though I don’t recommend that :), I think it tastes splendid plain by itself and goes very well with  with any spicy dish, like Biryanis, Pulaos, Indian breads etc. When paired with any dish, the slightly sour yogurt with luscious tomatoes and crunchy sweet onion chunks, though subdues the over effects of the spices, surprisingly forms a new intense flavor in the process. Ingredients 3 tomatoes, diced into small chunks 1 red onion, finely diced 1 green chilies, diced julienne style (optional) 3 tbsp finely chopped cilantro 2 cups yogurt salt to taste Directions Mix tomatoes, onions, cilantro, green chilies, yogurt together and add salt to taste. You have your raita in a jiffy. Now wasn’t that easy?!

This amazingly simple salad is refreshingly soothing on a hot summer day. My husband in a big lover of yogurt and this salad is something that he would pour on top of anything and everything if he had a choice. Though I don't recommend that :), I think it tastes splendid plain by itself and goes very well with  with any spicy dish, like Biryanis, Pulaos, Indian breads etc. When paired with any dish, the slightly sour yogurt with luscious tomatoes and crunchy sweet onion chunks, though subdues the over effects of the spices, surprisingly forms a new intense flavor in the process. Ingredients 3 tomatoes, diced into small chunks 1 red onion, finely diced 1 green chilies, diced julienne style (optional) 3 tbsp finely chopped cilantro 2 cups yogurt salt to taste Directions Mix tomatoes, onions, cilantro, green chilies, yogurt together and add salt to taste. You have your raita in a jiffy. Now wasn't that easy?!