Paruppu Podi

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Paruppu Podi

Paruppu Podi

Paruppu podi

Absolutely essential in any kitchen, Dhall powder, also known as Paruppu Podi, is a must-have among spice blends. It’s our go-to lifesaver for busy days when making rasam or sambar isn’t an option. Nutritious, flavorful, and incredibly convenient, this powder pairs perfectly with plain white rice and a drizzle of sesame oil. Enjoy it with a roasted or fried papad for a simple yet satisfying meal. Ideal for travel, it ensures a wholesome homemade meal anywhere and is perfect for sending to kids abroad. With many variations available, this is one delicious version you’ll love!

Paruppu podi

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Beetroot rice /pulao
Beetroot rice /pulao

Beetroot Rice or Beetroot Pulao is a colorful, one-pot South Indian dish made with rice, beetroot, and mild spices. Quick to make, healthy, and perfect for lunchboxes or weekday meals.

Capsicum rice
Capsicum rice

Easy lunch box recipe , capsicum rice that can be prepared under 15 minutes if you have cooked rice and the masala ingredients powdered and kept ready for lunch box variety rice dishes .befroe hand . It makes it simpler and hassle free if we can prepare the basic masala powder in advance that can be used to make other variety rice dishes .

One pot Rasam sadham
One pot Rasam sadham

A comforting South Indian classic — Rasam Sadham made the easy one-pot way! Tangy, aromatic, and ready in minutes, this quick rasam rice is the perfect weekday meal or cozy comfort bowl when you crave homely flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.

Brinjal Gothsu
Brinjal Gothsu

A comforting South Indian side dish made with roasted brinjal, tamarind, and a blend of spices, Brinjal Gothsu is the perfect traditional accompaniment to Pongal, idli, or dosa. This easy, homestyle recipe brings together smoky flavors, tangy notes, and a touch of spice — a nostalgic taste of Tamil Nadu cuisine in every bite.

Arisi upma
Arisi upma

A timeless South Indian tiffin from our grandmothers’ kitchens — Arisi Upma or Rice Rava Upma — made with coarsely ground rice, simple spices, and plenty of nostalgia. Traditional in taste yet easy to make with today’s ready rice rava — comfort in every bite

Thai Green curry
Thai Green curry

A flavorful, aromatic Thai Green Curry that brings together creamy coconut milk, fresh herbs, and delicate spices — the perfect blend of heat and harmony for a cozy, flavorful meal.

Melukote Puliyogare Temple style recipe
Melukote Puliyogare Temple style recipe

Bring the divine flavor of Melukote Iyengar Puliyogare to your table — the temple-style tamarind rice from Karnataka that’s sweet, tangy, spicy, and utterly soulful. Simple to make, yet packed with that sacred prasadam magic.

Diwali snacks /savories with links
Diwali snacks /savories with links

Get ready to celebrate Diwali with a tempting collection of traditional Indian snacks and savouries! From crispy murukku, crunchy thattai, and flavorful mixture to festive sweets and bites, this gallery makes it easy to find your favorites. Each image below links directly to a detailed recipe so you can plan your Diwali snack platter with ease. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or enjoying at home with family.

Diwali sweets recipes with links
Diwali sweets recipes with links
Mullu Thengoyal
Mullu Thengoyal

A classic South Indian snack, Mullu Thengoyal is crunchy, flavorful, and perfect for festive snacking. Step-by-step recipe to make this traditional murukku at home.

Gulab Jamun
Gulab Jamun

Learn how to make soft, melt-in-the-mouth Gulab Jamuns at home. This classic Indian dessert features golden fried dumplings soaked in fragrant rose syrup, perfect for Diwali, weddings, or festive celebrations.

Thenkuzhal
Thenkuzhal

Crispy and light, Thenkuzhal Murukku is a classic South Indian Diwali snack made with rice flour and urad dal flour. This traditional recipe delivers that perfect golden crunch and melt-in-the-mouth texture that makes every festive celebration special

Milk powder Ras Malai
Milk powder Ras Malai

Soft Ras Malai discs soaked in creamy saffron milk and garnished with pistachios and saffron strands – traditional Indian dessert

Ras Malai & Rasgollas
Ras Malai & Rasgollas

Soft, spongy Ras Malai soaked in creamy saffron milk — a royal Indian dessert perfect for Diwali and celebrations.

Cham Cham
Cham Cham

Deliciuous Bengal sweet Cham cham that can be prepared easily at home .Soft, spongy Bengali Cham Cham sweets made with chenna, filled with mawa, and coated in coconut — a beautiful festive dessert for Diwali and celebrations.

Kalakand(longer version)
Kalakand(longer version)

Soft and grainy Kalakand made with milk and paneer — a rich, creamy Indian milk cake perfect for Diwali and festive celebrations.

Badusha
Badusha

Learn how to make perfect Badusha at home — a traditional South Indian sweet that’s crisp outside, soft inside, and glazed with sugar syrup. This easy Badusha recipe is ideal for Diwali and festive occasions.

Seven cup cake
Seven cup cake

Make delicious Seven Cup Burfi at home with this easy recipe using milk, sugar, ghee, coconut, and gram flour. This traditional South Indian sweet is rich, melt-in-the-mouth, and perfect for Diwali or festive occasions.

Coconut 🥥 milk Thengoyal
Coconut 🥥 milk Thengoyal

Coconut Milk Thengoyal is a crispy and flavorful South Indian snack from Chettinad cuisine, made with rice flour and coconut milk. Perfect for Diwali, this light and aromatic murukku is a delicious festive treat to enjoy with tea or sweets.

Kumbakonam Kadapa a delicious side dish believed to have evolved as a regional specialty in Kumbakonam due to the influence of the Thanjavur Maratha cuisine, which combines dal and coconut. While traditionally a breakfast side dish, its versatility
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