Author: Shwetha

7 ingredient Coconut chutney | Kempu chutney

7 ingredient Coconut chutney | Kempu chutney

Coconut chutney can be made in a variety of different ways. This kempu chutney I am sharing, is a staple side for breakfast in Mangaluru, my hometown. Kempu translates to the colour red, this chutney gets a bright orange hue from dry red chillies. Kempu 

Vegan Panang curry using Red curry paste!

Vegan Panang curry using Red curry paste!

It’s true, Vegan Panang curry paste is not very easy to find but vegan Red curry paste? That tiny jar can be found anywhere! You don’t even need to go to an Asian store to get your hands on that thing. That got me thinking, 

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Kosambari/Healthy South Indian lentil salad

Kosambari/Healthy South Indian lentil salad

Kosambari is a healthy lentil salad from the state of Karnataka made using soaked Moong dal(split mung beans), choice of vegetables and fresh coconut. Kosambari is prepared across the state as a part of a meal. In some parts of Karnataka Kosambari is also shared 

Vegan Thai basil fried rice, #1 vegan fried rice.

Vegan Thai basil fried rice, #1 vegan fried rice.

This vegan Thai basil fried rice is happiness in a bowl. The freshness and flavour Thai basil brings to this dish is unmatched. It is unlike any other bowl of fried rice you have tasted! My family loves Thai basil, for us it was love 

Kale palya/Kale poriyal/Kale thoran

Kale palya/Kale poriyal/Kale thoran

Kale palya makes a nutritious, hearty side for rice and rotis. I love Kale! It is packed with nutrients and I love it’s texture as it holds it’s shape even after cooking. It does not turn into a mush. This South Indian style Kale palya(sauteed 

Mango sasive/Mango in coconut, mustard gravy

Mango sasive/Mango in coconut, mustard gravy

Mango sasive, maavina hannu sasive is yet another simple and quick side dish from Mangalore. With mangoes now in season, I really wanted to share this gem of a recipe, so those who haven’t tried it yet, have enough time to prepare saasive before mangoes 

Tondekai Huli menasina kodilu, Ivygourd curry

Tondekai Huli menasina kodilu, Ivygourd curry

Huli menasina kodilu is a Havyaka side dish served over rice. Havyaka cuisine is known for simple yet flavourful recipes. Huli menasina kodilu is one such curry recipe from the Havyaka community that is easy to make, needs only a few ingredients but Oh so 

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Tambuli/malabar spinach + basil tambli

Tambuli/malabar spinach + basil tambli

Tambuli/tambli is a simple side dish from the state of Karnataka in the south of India. In my opinion, tambuli is an epitome of comfort food, cannot get any more comforting than this. Especially in the summers, as the temperatures begin to spike, I wish 

Potato raita / Potato salad with yogurt!

Potato raita / Potato salad with yogurt!

Potato raita, aloogadde(batate) mosaru gojju is arguably one of the tastiest sides of all times. I learnt this aloo raita recipe from my mom and I must say it is stellar! This potato salad makes the perfect side for rice, I even eat it by 

Horsegram kulith rasam |Kudu huruli saaru

Horsegram kulith rasam |Kudu huruli saaru

Aromatic gravy prepared using Horsegram/kulith/huruli served warm with rice! Horsegram or kulith rasam is a humble dish from South Canara region of India. The rasam is both quick and easy to make and goes well with rice. It is a mix of spicy, sour flavor