Author: Gopi Krishna

The method of cooking idli, from soaking to preparing the batter to making the idli, is explained here. Idli is a major South Indian food made by steaming a batter of rice and urad dal in an idli mould. Learn how to make idli with step by step pictures, tips and tricks. Idli is a South Indian dish mostly made for breakfast, so we usually keep a stock of Idli Dosa batter which is very useful. I definitely wouldn’t have thought of making a post for Idli Dosa Batter, if I didn’t have a request from readers for it. I…

Aloo Gobi is a great combination dry vegetable, perfect as a side dish to a roti and rice meal! Aloo Gobi is a delicious, enjoyable dish the whole family will love. Learn how to make Aloo Gobhi with step by step pictures. Aloo Gobi is a dry curry that is perfect as a side dish for rotis! I have made it dry to eat with rice and dal along with roti. You can also make gravy as per your choice. Aloo Gobi is an easy side dish that goes well with roti and rice, do try it. jump to: About…

Puran Poli is a traditional sweet made using flour, chana dal, jaggery, coconut. Cardamom powder and ghee. Puran Poli is usually made during special occasions and can also be eaten as an evening snack. Learn how to make Poli recipe with step by step pictures. I have grown up watching Amma make this for me and have even helped her many times. But I never thought that years later I would be able to create it from scratch. This is one of those recipes that I love to make and eat. jump to: about polly Poli is a traditional sweet…

Mysore Pak is a traditional melt-in-the-mouth sweet dish usually made in homes during Diwali and special occasions. Mysore Pak is a divine tasting sweet made using gram flour, sugar and ghee. Learn how to make perfect Mysore Pak with step by step pictures. Mysore Pak – I love this any time and I never believed that I could make this at home. My daughter loves Sri Krishna Sweets Mysore Pak and that’s the main reason I wanted to try it, yes, she liked it and asked for more. This version is very soft, not exactly like SKS as the ghee…

Kesar Barfi is a delicious and aromatic Indian sweet made with milk powder, sugar syrup and saffron. The mixture is cooked until it thickens and then poured into a tray and cut into pieces. This sweet has a mild saffron flavor with a milky flavor which makes it very enjoyable. The color comes light golden and looks very attractive. It is usually prepared during festivals and other special occasions at home. Saffron gives beautiful color and mild aroma to the sweets. It is a simple recipe which is quick to prepare and the barfi tastes amazing and festive. You can…

When I started planning an outdoor kitchen, the first thing I learned was that layout matters more than anything else. It’s easy to focus on the grill, the counter materials, or fancy appliances, but if the layout is wrong the space never feels comfortable to cook in. A good outdoor kitchen layout should make cooking simple. You should be able to move between the grill, prep space, and serving area without feeling cramped or constantly walking back and forth. Over time, I’ve seen a few layouts work really well for outdoor spaces. Some are perfect for small patios, while others…

Okay all of you. Although we haven’t finished this bathroom floor plan yet, we’re getting very close. We’ve narrowed it down to option 1 (a shared outhouse with a partition) and option #2 (two smaller ones with a sink in the middle or a vanity in front of the window). I strongly believe #2 will win. Despite this, we think a decision can be made on stained glass, which will inform the colors/designs of our tile, which is next on our list. You all had lots of feedback that we loved and we’ve narrowed it down further.As a reminder, here’s…

जब मैंने पहली बार एक आउटडोर रसोईघर स्थापित करना शुरू किया, तो मुझे एहसास हुआ कि जगह के साथ गलतियाँ करना आसान है। आपके पास सभी बेहतरीन उपकरण हो सकते हैं, लेकिन यदि लेआउट बंद है, तो आप लगातार चीजों से टकरा रहे हैं या आगे-पीछे भाग रहे हैं। एक अच्छा लेआउट रुझानों का पालन करने के बारे में नहीं है, यह आपके पिछवाड़े को खुला महसूस कराने, हर चीज को पहुंच के भीतर रखने और खाना पकाने और मेजबानी को आसान बनाने के बारे में है। इन वर्षों में, मैंने स्वयं कुछ लेआउट आज़माए और परखे हैं और मित्रों…

These buttery Cinnamon Scones with their crumbly streusel topping are the kind of treat that makes your kitchen smell like a cozy bakery on a Sunday morning. I started making these when I wanted something quick and delicious for weekend breakfasts, and they’ve become a family favorite. The best part? They come together in about 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have, and they taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. If you’re looking for more easy breakfast ideas, try my Healthy vegan Banana Oatmeal Pancakes Recipe for a lighter option, or my Easy Crispy Hash Browns Recipe…

These creamy, fresh Chicken Avocado Wraps are loaded with tender chicken, ripe avocado, and just enough tangy Greek yogurt to bring everything together. I started making these on busy weekday mornings when I needed something quick but still satisfying, and they’ve become my go-to lunch ever since. They come together in about 15 minutes with no cooking required, which means you can have a restaurant-quality wrap ready faster than you could order takeout. If you’re looking for more easy dinner ideas, you might also love this Easy Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe or this Delicious BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe or…