Lacto vegetarian, vegan recipes and reviews!
Meet neeru dosa’s first cousin khara dosa/uppu huli dosa/uppu munchi dosa. This dosa shares many similar genes with cousin neer dosa, that’s where it gets it’s laciness and softness from, but is wilder! The added spices make it a delightful breakfast that both kids and …
Banana dosa is a gluten free banana pancake prepared using rice and bananas. This naturally sweetened dosa is soft, airy and delicious! My 5 year old says it’s her favourite dosa! Sure is kid approved 🙂 Banana dosa is a traditional breakfast dish from my …
Here is a delicious bitter melon recipe from my hometown of Mangaluru. Called Hagalakayi palya in Kannada, this vegetable side dish is sweet, sour and spicy and of course slightly bitter too 🙂 The caramelized flavours of jaggery and tamarind, together work wonders in this …
If I had to explain Thondekai Gojju in just a few words it is 1. Sweet 2. Spicy 3. Sour! When I hear all these three words together, signals shoot to my brain and make my mouth water! 🙂 Even the simplest of dishes can …
Cheenikai kalasu is a simple but delicious coconut curry prepared by the South Canara Havyaka community. It is quick, it is simple, requires only a handful of ingredients, 10 to be exact and is unlike any other ‘coconut curry’ you have tasted. Cheenikai – Sihi …
Basale soppu sambar, called Basale bendi in Havyaka language is one of my most favourite curries, especially when prepared using this awesome recipe from my mom. My mom’s basale soppu sambar recipe does require freshly toasted spices along with sauteed onions and garlic but it …
Mangalore style palya is a simple vegetable side dish, generally prepared using a single vegetable or sometimes a mix of vegetables. The vegetables are sauteed in a small amount of seasoned oil and cooked until tender and finished off with some freshly grated coconut. Doesn’t …
A unique modak recipe prepared using rice instead of rice flour. Turns softer than the ones made with rice flour. A jaggery free option is included. Modak, called Modaka in the state of Karnataka is a sweet rice dumpling stuffed with a coconut and jaggery …
Chutney powder, called chutney pudi in Karnataka is a staple in South Indian homes. This shelf stable condiment is a great thing to have in your pantry for an emergency when you need a super quick meal. It also makes a healthy accompaniment to everyday …
Sprouted mung bean salad or green gram salad is a nutritious and refreshing addition to any meal. It can also be a meal on its own. Sprouting mung beans increases its nutrition value. The sprouted beans are added into the salad raw, and they lend …