south indian dish
Dry Neem Flower (Veppam Poo) Rasam
Neem flower is very good for our health. We get neem flowers in summer season. We can collect them and dry them and use it for the whole year. Neem flower is considered an antiseptic that can cleanse your system. Veppam poo is bitter in taste. It helps to remove worms in our stomach. If … [Read more…]
Senai Kizhangu Kola Urundai Kuzhambu / Elephant Foot Yam Ball Gravy
Elephant Yam is one vegetable which we can keep for long and use. Elephant yam is rich in protein and so it is very good for our health. Elephant yam also reduces bad cholesterol and helps to prevent cardiovascular disease, strokes, and cancer. Elephant Yams are full of great fiber which make one feel full … [Read more…]
Chow Chow/ Chayote Kurma
Chow chow kurma is one of the tasty side dish that goes well with chapathi or dosa. Chow chow is also called as Chayote is rich in water content. Chayote contains no cholesterol and unhealthy fats, and is usually recommended for controlling bad cholesterol levels and promoting healthy weight. Chayote is also rich in dietary … [Read more…]
Kopparai Thengai Idly Milagai Podi / Desiccated Coconut Idly Chilly Powder
We use Idly podi which is a combination of some spices. We usually mix idly podi with gingelly oil and have with idlies or dosa. In this recipe we make a simple variation by adding kopparai or desiccated coconut and make the idly podi. The aroma of dry coconut makes this dish yummy. As we … [Read more…]