Chithrannam: Chithra pournami falls in the month of may-Jun, we celebrate this as an auspicious day. The full moon in Chitra: A full moon is considered auspicious in many religions because of its effects on the attitude of people. The full moon is said to promote creativity and positive sentiments. Sentiments are said to ride…
Tag: Chettinad Skills
Mango sambar
Mango sambar: Numerous dishes can be prepared with raw mangoes, Mango sambar with plain cooked rice and papad is a fantastic finger licking combination,it has a wonderful aroma of pure Chettinad sambar, brinjal and drumstick also can be added to enrich the taste of sambar. Link for sambar masala powder: http://wp.me/p1o34t-5N Raw mango benefits: The…
Sura puttu
Sura puttu/Shark scramble: Are you a fish lover? Here is a wonderful recipe of sura puttu to experience the complete taste of fish. Mild spices added and very less oil is used to prepare this dish,moreover preparation method is very simple .This sura puttu recipe is on request of my followers, I referred to many…
Pattani perattal
Pattani perattal: Stock Legumes in your kitchen,it will help you in great deal at time to manage situation if there is any scarcity of vegetables.Dry peas can be used to make Masala,Kurma,gravy and perattal,this will make you to feel satisfied with the meal.Spicy pattani perattal cn be serve with chapathi,roti,rice and rasm .I love this…
Killu vathal
Killu vadam/kanji vathal: skill level-Easy Time to exploit the hot summer, sun-dried vegetables and vathal are popular in Chettinad, torrid climate of this region helps in a great deal for drying. Seasonal vegetables are processed and dried in the sun light and stored for approximately a year of usage. Vegetables like brinjal, cluster beans, flat…
Kuzh vadagam
Kuzh vadagam: 1 Time to exploit the hot summer,sun dried vegetables and vathal are popular in chettinad, torrid climate of this region helps in great deal.Seasonal vegetables are processed and dried in the sun light and stored for approximately a year of usage.Vegetables like,brinjal,cluster beans,flat beans,mango, even meat (uppukandam),vathal like Kuzhu vathal,Killu vathal,kanji vathal,vengaya vadagam,mithukka…
Sivaparisi pal kozhukkattai
Sivaparisi/Red rice pal kozhukkattai: Soft and Creamy pal kozhukkattai made out of red rice makes this sweet more delicious and natural health benefits added, without any doubt. Normally pal kozhukkattai is prepared with white rice flour, mini balls cooked in milk and added jaggery or sugar, here we use red rice flour for its health…
Mini Uthappam
Mini Uthappam: Uthappam is the easiest form of making Dosa, Uthappam toppings can be of our choice,Onion, Tomato, Cheese, Nuts and grated mixed vegetables.Mini Uthappam is to attract children,with colourful toppings, tasty and easy to eat.This healthy and soft and spongy uthappam can be packed in lunch boxes. Preparation method is also simple to follow….
Karuvttu kuzhambu/Dry fish curry
Karuvttu kuzhambu/Dry fish curry: Traditional dry fish curry for dry fish lovers. It has distinct flavour and spicy awesome taste with plain cooked rice. Pure dried fish is a completely natural product that retains the antioxidant and omega-3 benefits of fresh fish, while constituting a healthy and widely available food for people. It provides protein which is…
Thayir Vadai/Yoghurt vadai
Thayir Vadai/Yoghurt vadai/Dahi vada: Tasty Thayir vadai is an awesome appetizer loved by all. Often we are passionate towards hotel Thayir vadai , but some times it is sour and not up to the mark. This simple recipe can be done at home in minutes with the left over vadas, Sweet,mild spicy and sour with…
Chettinad Cookbook - Learn and Serve 