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Milaga Podi (Dry Chutney Powder)

There are two items that you will definitely find in every South Indian household – curd and milaga podi (dry chutney powder or gun powder as non-Southies call it). Podi IS potent gun powder that can make any food item … Continue reading

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Coconut Chutney

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A simple coconut chutney to accompany dosa, sevai, or idlis. Ingredients: Coconut (scraped/cut) – 1/2 of a medium sized coconut Shallots* – 2 nos Dry red chilies* – 3 Water – 1/2 cup Curry leaves – 1 stalk Mustard seeds … Continue reading

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Ada Dosa

Instant, crispy, filling, spicy, hot and healthy! Ada dosai has very little oil, and curry leaves and shallots add to the health quotient.  Just keep the batter ready in plenty coz you may get the urge for snacking too often. … Continue reading

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Methi Leaf Dosa

Soft, instant, healthy, and appetizing dosa. Ingredients: To Soak Raw rice – 2 cups At the time of grinding the batter: Shallots* (peeled) – 1/2 cup Dry red chillies – 6-8 Salt After grinding the batter: Methi/fenugreek/uluva leaves– 2 cups … Continue reading

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Onion & Coconut Chutney

Chutney to add spice to crisp dosa or soft fluffy idlis. Ingredients: Shallots* (chopped) – 15-20 Garlic* (finely chopped) – 1 pod Red chilies – 3 Curry leaves – 1-2 stalks Coriander leaves – 1-2 stalks Coconut (scraped/cut) – 1 … Continue reading

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