2019 ~ Tamalapaku

Apple Blueberry Smoothie

BM #107 Week 3 Day 3 -

For the final entry to this month's kid's delight event, here is the breakfast smoothie I rely on when I don't have bananas on hand.

My little one and I have this for breakfast on almost every weekday.

Ingredients -

Apple peeled, cored and chopped 1 nos
Blueberries 2 handfuls
Almonds 2 Tbsp (soaked and peeled)
Greek Yogurt 1/2 cup
Milk 2 cups

Method Of Preparation -

Blend all the ingredients in a high power blender and serve immediately.

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#107 .

Sending this to Srivalli's Kid's Delight event, guest hosted by PJ themed on "Easy Breakfast Ideas".

Preparation Time 5 minutes
Serves 2

Posted by Harini R on Thursday, December 19, 2019

3 comments

categories: Almonds, Apple, Blogging Marathon, Blueberry, Dairy Products, Dry Fruits and Nuts, Fruits, Greek Yogurt, Milk, Shakes | |

Peri Peri Poha

BM #107 Week 3 Day 2 -

Here is another quick breakfast which can be fixed in a few minutes. The Peri Peri Spice mix can be pre-made at home like I did here.

With just some vegetables and flattened rice (Poha), this is a breeze to prepare and is perfect for the morning rush hour.

Recipe Source social media feed
Ingredients -

Poha / Atukulu (thick variety) 1 cup
Salt, Sugar Lemon juice as needed
Mixed Vegetables (Corn, carrots, peas, green beans, potatoes) 1 1/2 cups
Onions, finely chopped 1/2 cup (Optional)
Peanuts, roasted and coarsely crushed 1/4 cup
Coriander leaves, chopped 2 Tbsp
Peri Peri Masala 1 1/2 tsp (adjust as per need)
Seasoning (Oil 1 Tbsp, Mustard Seeds 1/2 tsp, Chana Dal 2 tsp, Urad Dal 1 tsp, Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp, Curry leaves few)

Method Of Preparation -

Wash and drain the poha in a colander and set aside for a few minutes.

In a heated pan, add oil and the rest of the seasoning ingredients. After the mustard seeds pop and the dals are brown, add the onions and saute until translucent.

Add in the mixed vegetables and saute until they are cooked. (It is a good idea to pre cook the vegetables to make the process faster.)

Sprinkle salt, sugar and peri peri masala and mix well. Transfer the drained poha into the mixture, reduce the heat and toss gently until the spices are evenly mixed.

Remove from heat, sprinkle lemon/lime juice and mix well. Garnish with coarsely crushed roasted peanuts and finely chopped coriander leaves.

Serve immediately.

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#107.

Sending this to Srivalli's Kid's Delight event, guest hosted by PJ themed on "Easy Breakfast Ideas".

Preparation Time 15-20 minutes
Serves 3-4

Posted by Harini R on Wednesday, December 18, 2019

3 comments

categories: Atukulu(Poha), Blogging Marathon, Breakfast, Carrots, Dry Fruits and Nuts, Grains and its Products, Green Beans, Kid Friendly Recipes, Peanuts, Peas, Potatoes (Alu), Upma, Vegetables | |

Eggless Bread Omelette

BM #107 Week 3 Day 1 -

This week I have opted to showcase some easy kid friendly breakfast recipes.

The first one is this Eggless Bread Omelette which can be made in a few minutes and is nutritious and filling.

This can be made as a snack as well.

Recipe Source Pooja
Ingredients -

Bread Slices 3-4
Besan / Gram Flour / Senagapindi 1/4 cup
Buttermilk 1/2 cup (or as needed)
Onions finely chopped 1/4 cup
Coriander leaves, finely chopped 1-2 Tbsp
Ginger-Green chili paste 1 tsp or as needed
Salt, Turmeric, Red Chili Powder as needed
Garam Masala, Chaat Masala, Asafotida as needed
Cumin Seeds, coarsely crushed 1/4 tsp
Ajwain / Vaamu, coarsely crushed 1/4 tsp
Butter/Oil to shallow fry

Method Of Preparation -

In a mixing bowl, add Besan, finely chopped onions, finely chopped coriander leaves, ginger-green chili paste, salt, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, chaat masala, asafotida, coarsely crushed cumin and ajwain seeds.

Mix well and make a thin batter adding as much buttermilk as needed. It should be slightly thinner than bajji batter.

Heat a griddle and spread some oil/butter.

Slice each bread into two triangles, dip each triangle into the besan batter making sure both sides are soaked, transfer the soaked slices onto the heated griddle.

Cook on both sides and remove. Continue with the rest of the slices.

Serve warm with Ketchup or any spicy sauce.

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#107.

Sending this to Srivalli's Kid's Delight event, guest hosted by PJ themed on "Easy Breakfast Ideas".

Preparation Time 15 minutes
Makes 6-8

Posted by Harini R on Tuesday, December 17, 2019

6 comments

categories: Blogging Marathon, Bread, Breakfast, Butter Milk (Majjiga), Chick Pea Flour (Besan), Dairy Products, Flours, Onions, Other Breakfast, Vegetables | |

Aloo Bhaat - 2

BM #107 Week 2 Day 3 -

During my growing up years, Aloo Bhaat was the go-to lunch box option. That trend has been picked up by my kids now and I try different variations for them and this is one of their favorites.

In fact, my Aloo loving husband prefers this version too. The addition of sesame seed powder elevates the flavor which we seem to like. This is definitely a boon for Aloo lovers.

Ingredients -

Rice 1 1/2 cups
Potatoes cubed 1 cup
Salt, Turmeric as needed
Vangibath Powder 1-2 Tbsp (or as needed)
Seasoning (Cooking Oil 2 Tbsp, Peanuts handful, Chana Dal 1 Tbsp, Urad Dal 1 tsp, Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp, Curry Leaves few)
To Grind -
Tomato 1 medium
Green chilies 1-2 (or as needed)
Coriander leaves handful
To Grind -
Sesame Seeds 2 tsp
Coriander Seeds 1 tsp
Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp

Method Of Preparation -

Cook rice in any preferred method. Spread the rice in a wide platter to let it cool.

Parboil the cubed potatoes and set aside.

Grind the tomato, green chilies and coriander leaves adding as little water as possible.

Grind the sesame seeds, coriander seeds and cumin seeds into a fine powder and set aside.

In a heated pan, add oil and the rest of the seasoning ingredients. After the peanuts are golden brown the mustard seeds pop, add the parboiled potatoes.

Saute the potatoes for a few minutes. Pour in the tomato-chili-coriander leaves paste, mix well and let it cook.

Sprinkle salt, turmeric, sesame seed powder, vangibath powder and mix well.

Reduce the heat and add in the cooked and cooled rice. Mix gently so that the rice is mixed well into the spice mixture.

Cover set aside for a few minutes for the flavors to blend in.

Serve warm as part of a meal or as is.

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#107.

Preparation Time 30 minutes (including the cooking time for rice)
Serves 4-5

Posted by Harini R on Thursday, December 12, 2019

4 comments

categories: Blogging Marathon, Dry Fruits and Nuts, NONG, Peanuts, Potatoes (Alu), Rice Recipes, Sona Masoori Rice, Tomatoes, Vegetables | |

Usirikaya Pachadi - Version 2

BM #107 Week 2 Day 2 -

For day 2, I have this nutritious chutney which is a staple in many families, specially during the season. If I am not wrong, they are available fresh around the winter months in many parts of India. Please correct me on this, if needed.

I have made this chutney before using different spices. The depth of flavor is so different in both of these variations.

Recipe Source a friend

Ingredients -
*Usirikaya / Gooseberry 8-10 big ones
Salt, Turmeric and Sugar as needed
Roasted Methi Powder 1/8 tsp
Seasoning (Oil 2 tsp, Chana Dal 2 tsp, Urad Dal 2 tsp, Mustard Seeds 1 tsp, Asafotida 1/8 tsp, Curry leaves few, Green Chilies 2-3)

*I used frozen gooseberries

Method Of Preparation -

Chop the thawed gooseberries and remove the seeds.

In a heated pan, add oil and the rest of the seasoning ingredients. Saute until the mustard seeds pop and the dals are golden brown.

Add in the green chilies and saute for a few seconds. Add the salt, roasted methi powder, turmeric and sugar.

Saute for a couple minutes. Remove from heat. allow it to cool for a few minutes. Mix in the chopped gooseberries.

Pulse it in a blender and serve with hot steamed rice.

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Preparation Time 15 minutes
Makes 1 cup approx

Posted by Harini R on Wednesday, December 11, 2019

5 comments

categories: Blogging Marathon, Chutneys And Powders, Usirikaya(Amla) | |

Tomato Pappu

BM #107 Week 2 Day 1 -

This week I shall highlight some everyday dishes from my home state of Andhra Pradesh. This version of tomato pappu is a no-onion no-garlic recipe and this is how my mom makes this even today. I am surprised that I have not posted it so far.

My mom freshly grinds coriander and Cumin seeds and adds it to the dal. Also she grinds curry leaves, coriander leaves and green chilies and mixes into the dal to avoid those nutritious leaves to be discarded while eating :). I have also adopted the same procedure but sometimes I change it based on my mood.

Recipe Source amma
Ingredients -

Tomato chopped 1 cups or more
Toor Dal (Kandi Pappu) 1 cup
Salt as per taste
Turmeric 1/4 tsp
Green Chillies 3-4 (or as per taste)
Red Chili Powder 2 pinches
Dhania Jeera Powder 1 tsp
Fenugreek Powder a pinch or Kasuri Methi 2 pinches
Tamarind Extract 1 Tbsp
Seasoning (Oil 2 tsp, Mustard seeds 1 tsp, Urad dal 1 tsp, Jeera (Cumin seeds) 1 tsp, Hing couple pinches, Curry leaves few)
Coriander leaves chopped for garnish

Method Of Preparation -

Wash the toor dal and pressure cook the dal for about 10-12 minutes adding salt, turmeric, green chilies and about 3 cups of water.

After the pressure is released, heat a pan to prepare the seasoning.

After the mustard seeds pop, add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy.

Transfer the cooked dal into the simmering tomato mixture. Add in the tamarind extract, kasuri methi, dhania jeera powder and red chili powder. Mix well and let the dal simmer for a couple minutes.

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#107.

Preparation Time 30 minutes
Serves 6-7

Posted by Harini R on Tuesday, December 10, 2019

5 comments

categories: Beans And Dals, Blogging Marathon, Dals, NONG, Tomatoes, Toor Dal (Kandi Pappu), Vegetables | |

Instant Apple Pickle - Noogaya

BM #107 Week 1 Day 3 -

The third instant dish I chose is this Instant pickle called Noogaya where I have used apples. Traditionally it is made with raw mango during the summer months.

I came to know from Usha, our fellow blogger, that Noogaya (Sesame seed pickle) is very popular in certain parts of our home state. Over the previous summer when we met in Hyderabad, India for our BM #100 meet, Usha packed us this super spicy and flavorful pickle masala.

I finally found time and opportunity to make the pickle using the masala and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Recipe Source Usha
Ingredients -

*Apple cored and chopped 1 3/4 cups
Lime Juice 2 tsp or as needed
Garlic sliced 1 tsp (Optional - I didn't use it)
Pickle Masala 1/2 cup + 2 tsp
Oil 1/4 cup (Adjust per preference)
Mustard Seeds 1 tsp
Asafotida 1/4 tsp
Pickle Masala -
Sesame Seeds 2/3 cup
Mustard Seeds 1/2 tsp
Fenugreek Seeds 1/2 tsp
Red Chili Powder 1/3 cup (more if needed)
Salt 3 Tbsp

*Preferably Granny Smith or Tart apples are used but I use any apple

Method Of Preparation -

To Prepare the Pickle Masala -
Wash and drain the sesame seeds. Roast in a heated pan until they slightly change color.

Remove and roast fenugreek seeds and mustard seeds separately.

Powder the roasted sesame seeds, roasted fenugreek seeds, roasted mustard seeds separately.

In a mixing bowl, add the above powders, salt and red chili powder and whisk well.

This is a make ahead spice powder and can be stored in a refrigerator in an airtight container for a few months.

To Make the pickle -
Wash and wipe the apples. Remove the core and seeds. Chop into 1 centimeter sized pieces and squeeze in lime juice so they don't discolor. (I used 3 small sized Fuji apples. I had about 1 3/4 cup of chopped apple).

Sprinkle about 1/2 cup of the pickle masala. Mix well and check for the spiciness and adjust the masala.

Heat the oil and add mustard seeds. After they pop, add asafotida and remove from heat. Allow the oil to cool down .

After the oil has cooled down, mix into the pickle and rest the pickle for a few minutes.

Serve with steamed rice and ghee for a heavenly experience.

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Preparation Time 15 minutes + Resting time 30 minutes
Makes 2 cups approx

Posted by Harini R on Thursday, December 5, 2019

6 comments

categories: Apple, Blogging Marathon, Fruits, Herbs and Spices, Pickles, Sesame Seeds | |

Instant Ragi-Oats Idli

BM #107 Week 1 Day 2 -

For today, check out this healthy instant idli made with Ragi, Oats and Semolina.

The idli turned out slightly dense so I felt I could increase the amount of ENO fruit salt (I have changed the quantity in the recipe accordingly).

Recipe Inspiration here
Ingredients -

Ragi flour 1/2 cup
Oats Coarsely crushed 1/2 cup
Bombay Rava (Sooji/Semolina) 1/2 cup
Carrots and Peas coarsely crushed 1 cup (Use more vegetables finely chopped)
Green Chillies + Coriander leaves + Curry leaves coarsely crushed 2 Tbsp
Almonds or Peanuts or Cashews crushed 2 Tbsp
Water 1 cup + more if needed
Yogurt/Curds 1/2 cup
ENO Fruit salt 1 tsp (Or baking soda 1/2 tsp)
Seasoning (Oil 1 Tbsp, Chana Dal 1 Tbsp, Urad Dal 1 tsp, Jeera 1/2 tsp, Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp)

Method Of Preparation -

In a heated wok/kadai add oil and the seasoning. After the mustard seeds splutter, saute the crushed vegetables.

Add the green chilli mixture, and coarsely crushed nuts to the vegetables. Also add the sooji, oats and ragi flour.

Roast the mixture for about 5 min. Add salt to taste, remove from fire. This mixture can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to a month.

After the mixture cools a little, add yogurt and water, cover to make a thick batter and set aside for 10 min.

After the water is almost absorbed, if needed add a little yogurt or more water to make the mixture come together. Sprinkle ENO fruit salt and mix gently.

Grease the idli plates and pour ladle full of the mixture in each slot and steam for 10-15 min.

Unmould and serve with your favorite chutney.

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#107

Preparation Time 40 minutes
Makes 18 idlis

Posted by Harini R on Wednesday, December 4, 2019

7 comments

categories: Blogging Marathon, Breakfast, Flours, Grains and its Products, Idlis, Oats, Ragi Flour, Semolina(Sooji/Bombay Rava) | |

Instant Dhaniyala Sambar

BM #107 Week 1 Day 1 -

It is unbelievable that 2019 is coming to an end already. This month I have chosen some interesting themes to post. It is all about Instant dishes this week. In our fast paced routine, many instant dishes come to the rescue to save the day. One such is this Dhaniyala Sambar.

This version of sambar is made by my sister-in-law and recently discovered by my mom. My mom was surprised that after so many decades of making sambar at home, she has never tasted something so delicious. The added bonus is there is no roasting of spices to make this instant sambar.

The above picture shows our simple weekend meal with Karivepaku Annam, Mango Pickle, Alu Fry, Dhaniyala Sambar, Rice, Yogurt, Papad and Vadiyams.

Recipe Source amma
Ingredients -

Toor Dal 3/4 cup
Tamarind Extract 2-3 Tbsp (Depending on the sourness)
Salt, Sugar/Jaggery, Turmeric as needed
Mixed Vegetables 2-3 cups
(Carrot, Bottle Gourd, Drumstick, Chayote Squash, Green Beans, Radish, Okra, Tomato, Onion etc)
Water 4-5 cups
Seasoning (Oil 2 tsp, Urad Dal 1 tsp, Mustard Seeds 1/2 tsp, Red Chili, Curry Leaves, Asafotida 2 generous pinches)
To Grind -
Coriander Seeds 1 Tbsp
Coconut Powder 1 Tbsp (or more if preferred)
Fenugreek Seeds a pinch (Optional)
Peppercorns 4-5 (Optional)
3 Dry Red Chilies

Method Of Preparation -

Wash and cook Toor Dal and set aside. [Leftover cooked toor dal/moong dal can be used.]

In a heated thick bottomed pan, add all the vegetables using, pour about 2 cups of water and allow the vegetables to cook.

While the vegetables are cooking, grind the raw spices listed under 'To Grind'. Set aside.

Add the tamarind extract and the spice powder to the cooked vegetables.

Make a paste of tomato and 1/4 cup of cooked toor dal and mix it into the simmering vegetables. [This step is optional but I like to do it].

Add salt, sugar, turmeric and the remaining cooked toor dal into the vegetable mixture. Adjust the consistency by adding water if needed.

Check the seasoning and allow it to come to a rolling boil.

In a separate pan, heat oil, add the seasoning ingredients and after the mustard seeds pop, remove from heat and transfer into the simmering sambar.

Cover and remove from heat.

Serve hot with rice and papad.

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Preparation Time 30 minutes
Makes 6-7 cups

Posted by Harini R on Tuesday, December 3, 2019

7 comments

categories: Anapakaya (Bottle Gourd), Beans And Dals, Blogging Marathon, Carrots, Drumsticks, Sambar, Thali, Toor Dal (Kandi Pappu), Vegetables | |

Spinach Corn Quesadilla

BM #106 Week 4 Day 3 -

Today's bookmarked recipe is a contribution from Jaya, my sister. Apparently it is a favorite with her kids and so in a casual conversation, she shared this recipe with me and it has since become my little one's go-to lunch.

It is very flexible with the spices too. My kids like the added crunch of tortilla chips in these but it is totally optional.

Recipe Source Jaya
Ingredients -

Tortillas 3 (I used the ready made spinach-herb variety)
Spinach 1 cup
Corn 1 cup
Salt, Pepper, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder as needed
Tortilla chips as needed
Shredded Cheese as needed

Method Of Preparation -

Blanch the spinach and steam the corn. Mix them together with the spices. Set aside.

Heat a griddle, warm the tortilla, arrange the filling on one half (Semi circle) of the tortilla, arrange some tortilla chips, sprinkle cheese as needed.

Fold the tortilla into a semi circle. Cook on both sides of the semi circle and remove onto a cooling rack.

Continue with the rest of the tortillas.

I usually slice them and serve them warm. Or allow them to cool and pack in the lunch box.

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#106.

Preparation Time 15 minutes
Makes 3

Posted by Harini R on Tuesday, November 26, 2019

4 comments

categories: Blogging Marathon, Cheese, Corn, Dairy Products, Flatbread, International Recipes, Kid Friendly Recipes, Palak (Spinach), Tortillas, Vegetables | |

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Apple Blueberry Smoothie

Peri Peri Poha

Eggless Bread Omelette

Aloo Bhaat - 2

Usirikaya Pachadi - Version 2

Tomato Pappu

Instant Apple Pickle - Noogaya

Instant Ragi-Oats Idli

Instant Dhaniyala Sambar

Spinach Corn Quesadilla

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