Showing posts with label Kitchen Basics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kitchen Basics. Show all posts

Pan Fried Papad



BM #125 Week 3 Day 3 - 

This post doesn't have a recipe per se but a technique to fry papads without deep frying. I understand that this method is very popular in some communities but I found this totally new and have been hooked on to this method for a while now.

My intention was to post a chaat recipe with these papads but that will have to wait for another time.

 Ingredients - 

Papad 5 or as needed (I used the Lijjat brand masala papad)


 Method Of Preparation -

Heat a griddle. Break the papad into 2-3 pieces as needed. Place them on the hot griddle. [I broke them into 4 pieces as my pan was smaller].

With a clean kitchen towel or rolled up paper towel, gently put pressure on the papad pieces allowing the whole surface of the papad to get cooked.

Flip and cook the same way until they change color and look done.

Remove onto a serving platter and continue with the rest of them.


BMLogo


Preparation Time 10 minutes
Serves 3-4

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Thursday, August 19, 2021
2 comments
categories: , , | | edit post

Teekha Thecha ~ Green Chili Thecha



BM #125 Week 3 Day 2 - 

Here is another accompaniment perfect with any kind of Roti or Dhapate or Thalipeeth.

Ever since this was introduced to my husband he fell in love with it and he eats with rice as well. I sometimes don't add peanuts to it and he loves that version too. I just stay away from all that spice :)

 Ingredients - 

 Green Chilies 5-6 
Peanuts, roasted handful
Garlic 2-3 nos
Coriander leaves 2 Tbsp
Salt as needed
Oil 1 tsp


Method Of Preparation -

In a heated pan, add oil and add the chopped green chilies. Cover and allow them to cook. Be careful when removing the lid as the fumes will be very pungent.

 Remove from heat, quickly add garlic slices and cover.

 After about 5 minutes, pulse the cooked green chilies, garlic, roasted peanuts, coriander leaves and salt.

 Serve it with any Thalipeeth or Dhapate.


BMLogo


Preparation Time 10 minutes
Makes 1/2 cup

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Wednesday, August 18, 2021
2 comments
categories: , , , , , , , | | edit post

Chili Garlic Oil



BM #125 Week 3 Day 1 - 

This week I shall highlight some simple accompaniments which can enhance the flavor of the main dish.

This Chili Garlic Oil has become very popular at home and the kids like to top their Garlic Noodles, use like a dipping sauce for Burgers or Baguette slices, use the oil for stir fried veggies, as a topping for salads and so on.

 Ingredients - 

Olive Oil 1 cup
Garlic, grated 2-3 Tbsp (adjust as needed)
Red Chili Flakes 2 Tbsp (adjust as needed)



Method Of Preparation -

In a small sauce pan, pour Olive oil, add in the garlic and red chili flakes and heat the oil for 10 minutes on low heat.

The oil should not get to the smoking point. The oil should just be heated so that the oil is infused with the flavors of garlic and red chilies.

Remove from heat. Let the oil cool down. Transfer into an oil can and use as needed. 

The oil can be filtered optionally. We chose not to filter it.

BMLogo


Preparation Time 15 minutes + Cooling time 1 hour
Makes 1 cup

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Tuesday, August 17, 2021
2 comments
categories: , , , , , | | edit post

Garlic Chutney For Vada Pav



BM #111 Week 2 Day 3 - 

 Today I have this spicy garlic chutney famously used in assembling Vada Pav.

 If readymade boondi is on hand it is very quick and easy to prepare. I had prepared the boondi when I was making Vada Pav a few weeks back. I made the irregular shaped boondi with the leftover batter of the vada :)

 My older one loves this chutney in any kind of sandwiches and so this one has become a pantry staple for us.

Ingredients - 

 Peanuts, roasted 1/2 cup
Garlic Cloves 3-4
Boondi 1/2 cup
Salt and Red Chili Powder as needed

Method Of Preparation -
Blend all the ingredients in a mixer and store it in an airtight container.


BMLogo



Preparation Time 5 minutes
Makes 3/4 cup

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Monday, April 13, 2020
7 comments
categories: , , , , , , | | edit post

Peri Peri Masala



BM #106 Week 4 Day 1 - 

 This week I shall showcase some of the bookmarked recipes which have become our favorites over time.

 After ogling at some of the Peri Peri Masala based fusion dishes in my social media feed, I decided to give it a try and found it very flavorful.

 I believe in using homemade spice blends and this one is a no brainer. Keep an eye out to see what I have made using this spice blend.

 Recipe Adapted from here
Ingredients - 

 Red Chili Powder (Kashmiri) 2 tsp
Black Salt 1/2 tsp
Oregano, dried 1 tsp
Garlic Powder 1/2 tsp
Ginger Powder 1/4 tsp
Cinnamon Powder 1/8 tsp
Cardamom Powder a pinch
Powdered Sugar 1 tsp

Method Of Preparation -
 Mix all the ingredients well and store in an airtight container.


BMLogo

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#105.

Preparation Time 5 minutes
Makes 2 Tbsp

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Sunday, November 24, 2019
5 comments
categories: , | | edit post

Sweet Potato Hummus



BM #106 Week 1 Day 3 - 

 Hummus is our family favorite and sometime back, I saw a recipe for Sweet Potato Hummus in my social media feed and loved the idea. I could not locate the feed but I vaguely remembered that seasoned sweet potato mash was mixed with Hummus. So that is what I did.

 We loved it with pita chips for an afternoon snack. Today I used store bought Hummus and made it in a jiffy. 

Ingredients - 

 Sweet Potato 1 medium 
Hummus 1/2 cup
Olive Oil 1 Tbsp
Salt, Pepper, Paprika as needed
Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Red Chili Powder as needed
Lime Juice 1-2 tsp

Method Of Preparation -
Wash, peel and chop the sweet potato. Boil until tender. {I microwaved the sweet potato for 4 minutes}.

 Mash the boiled sweet potato, sprinkle salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, red chili powder.

 Mix well by adding the Olive oi and lime juice. Adjust seasonings as needed.

 Serve it with Pita Chips.


BMLogo

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

Preparation Time 15 minutes
Makes 1 cup

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Tuesday, November 5, 2019
7 comments
categories: , , , , , | | edit post

Eggless Mayonnaise



BM #106 Week 1 Day 2 - 

 My family loves Mayonnaise but off late have discontinued its usage as they got a little sensitive to the egg flavor/smell.

 So when I was looking at what other condiments my family would love, it struck me that I could try out this eggless Mayo.
They instantly fell in love with the vegetable sandwiches made using the Mayo 

 It is so simple and quick to make that my older one was asking me if she can make it at 2 am in her college dorm next year :).

 Recipe adapted from various sites on the web
Ingredients - 

 Olive Oil 1/2 cup
Whole Milk / Half n Half Milk 1/4 cup
Lemon Juice / Vinegar 1 tsp
Salt and Pepper as needed

Method Of Preparation -
In a tall glass/container add oil and milk. Using a hand blender, pulse it a few times.

 Slowly add the lime juice, salt and pepper.

 Pulse a few more times until the mixture is emulsified and a thick mixture is formed.

 Gently, scoop out the mayo into a container.

 Refrigerate until needed. It is supposed to stay good for 5-6 days in the refrigerator.


BMLogo

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

Preparation Time 5 minutes
Makes 1/2 cup

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Monday, November 4, 2019
7 comments
categories: , , , , | | edit post

Alfredo Sauce With Cream Cheese



BM #106 Week 1 Day 1 - 

 The theme I chose for the first week of November is to showcase some condiments.

 This version of Alfredo Sauce has become a favorite with my kids these days. It is simple and quick to make so it makes my life easy as well.

 In a casual conversation, my sister, Jaya mentioned that she makes this easy Alfredo Sauce and shared the recipe and from then on my kids demand this version of Alfredo Sauce and so it makes it way here for this week.

 Recipe Source Jaya
Ingredients - 

 Cream Cheese, Whipped 4 Tbsp
Milk 1 cup
Butter 1 Tbsp (or more if preferred)
Salt, Pepper, Italian Seasoning as needed
Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Paprika as needed
Cheese, Shredded 1/4 cup or as needed 

Method Of Preparation -
In a heated pan, melt butter and add the whipped cream cheese. Keep mixing while all the seasoning spices are added.

 Reduce the heat and keep whisking while adding milk little by little. Once the sauce starts thickening, remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese.

 The Alfredo Sauce is ready. Toss in pasta or use as a pizza topping or refrigerate upon cooling for later use.

BMLogo

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

Preparation Time 10 minutes
Makes 1 cup approximately

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Sunday, November 3, 2019
7 comments
categories: , , , , , , | | edit post

Mixed Fruits Chutney



BM #101 Week 2 Day 3 - 

 To conclude this series of condiments here is a lip smacking chutney recipe from the state of Bengal. I understand that there are many variations of this chutney and is unique for each family.

 A few months back, my good friend, Seema, shared the chutney and the recipe too. She gave me about 4 versions of this chutney and I intend to explore all the varieties in due course.

 I loved the sweet-sour-spicy chutney as a spread on toast.

 Recipe Source Seema
Ingredients - 

 Apple peeled, seeded and finely chopped 1 cup
Prunes/Plums peeled, pitted and finely chopped 1/4 cup
Raisins 2 Tbsp
Pear peeled, seeded and finely chopped 1/2 cup
Peach peeled, pitted and finely chopped 1/4 cup
Salt, Turmeric, Red Chili Powder as needed
Vinegar 1 tsp
Seasoning (Oil 2 tsp, Panch Phoran coarsely crushed 1 tsp)

 Note - Pineapple, kiwi, mango or other seasonal fruits can be used. There is no limit to the number and variety of fruits that can be used. I just used what I had on hand.

 I shall take a short break from blogging for the summer and hopefully come back in a few weeks with loads of new recipes and experiences. 

Method Of Preparation -

 Heat the oil in a pan for 1/2 minute. Add the crushed panch phoran and saute for a few seconds.

 Add the chopped fruits and salt, turmeric, red chili powder  and vinegar. Mix well and cover the pan. 

 Lower the flame, add little water and cover the pan. Cook for more 5-7 mins.

 Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the chutney comes together as a single mass.


 Cool it for sometime and refrigerate it. 

 Serve it with rice or as a spread on toast.


BMLogo

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#101.

Preparation Time 20 minutes
Makes 1 1/2 cups

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Wednesday, June 12, 2019
9 comments
categories: , , , , , , , , | | edit post

Sour Cream Avocado Dip



BM #101 Week 2 Day 2 - 

 For today, here is a simple yet a very flavorful dip which can be used in innumerable combinations.

 I served this dip with Almond Crusted Tofu Fingers along with salad. There is no measurement for the ingredients and the recipe is straightforward as well.

 Ingredients - 

 Sour Cream 2-3 Tbsp
Avocado Pulp from 1 Avocado
Salt, Red Chili Powder and Lime Juice as needed

Method Of Preparation -
Blend all the ingredients in a processor until the mixture is fluffy. Adjust the spices as needed and serve as a dip for vegetables or as in this case Almond Crusted Tofu Fingers.



BMLogo

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#101.

Preparation Time 5 minutes
Makes 1/2 cup (approximately)

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Tuesday, June 11, 2019
10 comments
categories: , , , , , | | edit post

Sweet And Sour Sauce



BM #101 Week 2 Day 1 - 

 This week I shall post some condiments which enhance the main dish. I have been trying to make this Asian all purpose sweet and sour sauce for a while and it never happened until the other day.

 It was simple and flavorful and went well with spring rolls. I used the leftover sauce to make noodles for the kids which they loved as well. The noodles recipe is for another day.  

 I have never used Rice Wine Vinegar and I am not sure if the taste of the sauce will vary but I would love to try that as well in the future.

Ingredients - 

 *Apple Cider Vinegar 1/4 cup
Honey 1/4 cup
Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp
Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
Lime juice 2 tsp
Chili Garlic Sauce 1 tsp
Ginger, grated 1/2 tsp

 *In almost all the recipes which I found online, rice wine vinegar has been used. Since I had Apple cider vinegar, I went ahead and used it.

Method Of Preparation -
In a mixing bowl, add the vinegar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, chili-garlic sauce, ginger and whisk to combine.

 Set the sauce aside and serve as an accompaniment to momos, spring rolls or use it to make noodles.


BMLogo

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#101.

Preparation Time 5 minutes
Makes 1/2 cup (approximately)

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Monday, June 10, 2019
10 comments
categories: , , , , , , | | edit post

Uluva Charu Podi ~ Horse Gram Rasam Powder



BM #97 Week 4 Day 1 -

 Horse Gram or Uluvalu is one of the very few legumes with medicinal properties. Rasam prepared using this Rasam powder is supposed to be helpful for people with kidney stones. 

 The rasam made using this rasam powder is the first in the bookmarked recipes series this week. 

 A few days ago, we had been to a friend's place for dinner where they served this Uluvala Charu. I had earlier made Uluvala Charu at home but that was a different version. We loved the rasam very much and upon getting the recipe from my friend's mom, I was planning to make this at home. But my friend's mom affectionately packed a box full of this rasam powder. Such return gifts are very precious, right?

 Recipe Source Friend's mom
Ingredients -

Horse Gram / Uluvalu 1 1/2 cups
Toor Dal 1/2 cup
Moong Dal 1/2 cup
Cumin Seeds 1 cup
Pepper 1/2 cup
Coriander Seeds 3-4 Tbsp
Red Chilies 2-3
Curry Leaves handful

Method Of Preparation -
Dry roast each of the ingredients separately until they are aromatic.

 Allow them to cool and grind into a fine powder adding a little salt.

 Transfer into an airtight container.


BMLogo

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#97.

Preparation Time 15 minutes
Makes 3 cups approx

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Sunday, February 24, 2019
7 comments
categories: , , , , , , , | | edit post

Kiwi Apple Jam - No Pectin



BM #96 Week 4 Day 3 - 

 For the last post of this month, here is a jam recipe after a long time in this space. A few weeks back, we got a huge batch of kiwis which turned out too sour for our taste and they were making a sorry appearance in the fruit basket.

 I had to make use of those kiwis in some way. My first choice was to try out a hot and sweet chutney but my little one wanted me to make a jam. So I went with her choice. It has become so popular at home that I have made this jam about 4-5 times already.

 This Kiwi jam with bread has become a staple breakfast for my older one (who, by the way, cannot stand jams in general). 

 Recipe Source here
Ingredients - 

 Kiwis 4-5
Apples 2
Lime/Lemon Juice 2 Tbsp
Sugar 1/2 cup

Method Of Preparation -
Wash the kiwis and scoop out the pulp. Wash peel and core the apples and blend both the fruits into a coarse pulp.

 I got about 1.5 cups of pulp.

 On a medium heat, cook the pulp adding about 2 tablespoons of lime juice for about 15 minutes or until the fruit has cooked through.

 Then pour the sugar and continue cooking for another 15-20 minutes until the jam comes together and it thickens.

 Allow it cool before storing in a clean glass jar. Since the quantity is little, I didn't go through the canning process. I am sure this jam won't last for more than a couple of days.


BMLogo

Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing this BM#96.

Preparation Time 30 minutes
Makes 3/4 cup

Read More
Posted by Harini R on Sunday, January 27, 2019
12 comments
categories: , , , , , , | | edit post
Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...

Search Tamalapaku


Follow me

Follow Me on Pinterest

Tamalapaku on Facebook

Subscribe via Email


Enter your email address:

Delivered by FeedBurner


On Our Menu

Recipes by Ingredients









Archives

Followers

Member Of

Member Of
All recipes are on Petitchef
Top Food Blogs
Blog Directory