Author: Gopi Krishna

Vendakkai Poriyal is a healthy and delicious stir fry made using ladyfinger, onion, coconut, herbs and spices. Vendakkai Poriyal is nutritious and can be made in minutes and serves as a great side dish to rice, roti etc. Learn how to make Vendakkai Poriyal with step by step pictures. I have been wanting to click and post this simple stir fry recipe for a long time, but most of the times I make this stir fry in a hurry, hence it gets delayed. Stir fries are always healthy and they make a good combination with both regular meals and different…

Dahi Papdi Chat is a popular Indian chat made using papdi, potatoes, chaat chutney, masala powder, curd, onion, coriander leaves, sev etc. This is one of the easiest chats that anyone can create. Learn how to make Dahi Papdi Chat with step by step pictures for your easy reference. Dahi Puri and dahi papdi chat are my favorite chat and Pav Bhaji Comes next. I love anything with curd and when it is accompanied with crispy papdi, spicy chutney, crunchy onions and sev, it is hard to say no to it. And this is the best chaat for summers as…

Strawberry juice is a refreshing and tart juice made from strawberries, sugar, lemon and ice cubes. Strawberry juice is easy to make, quick to prepare and a great option during strawberry and summer season. Learn how to make Strawberry Juice Recipe with step by step pictures. Since summers have started, juices and milkshakes are in my daily menu these days. I’ve been wanting to try a splash shot for a long time after seeing all those shimmering images and finally I tried it. I must admit that at least for me it was not easy, without a tripod and a…

Well. We scheduled it for Friday, and I have almost no plans this weekend (besides 4 kids’ games). As I’m writing this, I’m in bed, sniffling, begging not to latch on to this cold, rewatching Ransom ValleySeason 1, in preparation for Season 2. This is very good. But denim shorts can’t be worn by themselves, and there are plenty of bad shorts out there that should be avoided (y’all, I tried a lot and was amazed at the cut). Turns out that some of my favorites from the last two years are still going strong, possibly because they’re solid in…

Paratha is a popular Indian flat bread made from wheat flour, salt, oil, ghee, flavorings etc. Paratha is a North Indian specialty main dish made plain or with stuffing. Curd and pickle are most commonly served with paratha. Learn how to make paratha with step by step pictures. Paratha is a simple layered flat bread. I have given the triangle paratha recipe here – this is an easy version of layered paratha which is perfect to pack in kids’ lunch boxes as it remains soft for a long time. jump to: about paratha Paratha is the full form of ‘Parat’…

Bhel Puri is a popular street food loved by many people. Pori also known as puffed rice is one of the main ingredients in making Bhel Puri. Learn how to make Bhel Puri at home with step by step pictures. I am not really a big fan of Bhel Puri but just because of the crunchiness of the sev and the pori I like it. I like Bhel Puri served with egg shells which is popular here in Coimbatore. Bhel Puri is basically a mixture of several ingredients. jump to: About Bhel Puri Bhel Puri is a delicious snack made…

Cabbage curry is a spicy masala curry made by cooking cabbage with onion, garlic, coconut, spice powder, herbs and spices. Cabbage curry is very tasty and goes well with rice, roti etc. Learn how to make Cabbage Curry with step by step pictures. I don’t like cabbage poriyal but this cabbage curry is my favourite. I love this cabbage curry so I often make it with roti. Make this simple and easy cabbage curry and enjoy! jump to: About Cabbage Curry Cabbage curry is a delicious curry made using cabbage, onion, garlic, seasoning spices, coconut, spice powders, etc. This cabbage…

Thatta Payaru Kuzhambu is a healthy and tasty curry made by cooking cowpea with onion tomato coconut spices along with tempering spices. Learn to make Thatta Payaru Kulambu with step by step pictures. Thatta Payaru Kuzhambu is a staple dish of Kongunadu cuisine. That’s why I have been eating this curry since childhood and I like it very much. This is one of the most delicious curries which goes well with idli, dosa, rice, roti etc. jump to: About Thatta Payaru Kuzhambu ‘Thattayir’ in Tamil is red cowpea, so Thattapayer Kuzhambu is a curry made from cowpea. You can also…

Strawberry smoothie is a delicious drink made by blending strawberries with yogurt, milk and sugar. This strawberry smoothie takes only a few minutes of your time to prepare, but is delicious and filling. Learn how to make Strawberry Smoothie with step-by-step pictures and videos. Smoothies are perfect for breakfast because they are filling and guilt-free. You can add any seasonal fruit of your choice and blend it together for a delicious creamy smoothie. I made this smoothie when I bought a can of strawberries to make it Chesse Cake. jump to: About Strawberry Smoothie Strawberry smoothie is made using strawberries,…

Prawn curry is an aromatic and flavourful gravy made by cooking prawns with onions, tomatoes, coconut, herbs and spices. Prawn curry is an excellent alternative to seafood for lunch and a good accompaniment to rice, roti, paratha, idli and dosa. Learn how to make prawn curry with step by step pictures. Shrimp curry is a regular dish that we make whenever we get shrimp. But we don’t get prawns often so this time I made sure to click and post it. I realized that if someone cleans it and gives it to me, I can make it non-veg. This time…