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  Course: Lunch  Cuisine: Indian  Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh   Introduction about Tomato Rice: Tomato rice, also known as Thakkali Sadam, is a popular South Indian rice dish prepared using fresh tomatoes, aromatic spices, onions, and cooked rice. This delicious and flavourful dish is loved for its tangy taste, beautiful red colour, and simple preparation. Tomato rice is a perfect choice for lunch boxes, quick weekday meals, and family lunches. It can be served with potato fry, papad, curd, or pickle. This easy one-pot meal is a wonderful way to enjoy the goodness of tomatoes and spices in a traditional South Indian style. Tomatoes contain potassium and lycopene, which can support overall heart health as part of a balanced diet. It is good for health a simple and convenient meal that can be prepared with basic kitchen ingredients. It is easy to pack, delicious even after cooling, and suitable for school or office lunch boxes. Tomato Rice  Ingredients: Cooked ...

  Course: Chutney Recipe    Cuisine: Indian    Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  Introduction for Garlic Chutney: Garlic chutney, also known as Poondu Chutney, is a delicious and spicy South Indian chutney made with fresh garlic, red chillies, and a few simple ingredients. It has a rich flavour and a wonderful aroma that makes it a perfect accompaniment for idli, dosa, and other South Indian dishes. This easy-to-make chutney adds a spicy and tasty touch to everyday meals. It supports and contains compounds that may support the body's immune function.Garlic contains antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative damage. It may help support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.        Garlic/ poondu chutney    Ingredients: 15–20 garlic cloves 8–10 dried red chillies 1 small lemon-sized ball of tamarind 2 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp roasted gram (pottukadalai) Salt to taste Water as required     For tempering: 1 tsp se...

  Course: Dessert   Cuisine: South Indian/ Karnataka  Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  Introduction: Mysore Pak is a famous traditional Indian sweet that originated in Mysore, Karnataka. It is made using gram flour (besan), ghee, and sugar. It has a rich, buttery taste and a soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture. Mysore Pak is commonly prepared during festivals, weddings, and special occasions.  Sugar and ghee provide quick energy to the body. Ghee contains healthy fats that help the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins. Gram flour provides some plant-based protein. Mysore pak  Ingredients: Gram flour (Besan) – 1 cup Sugar – 2 cups Ghee – 1 cup Water – ½ cup Steps:    Sieve the gram flour to remove lumps and keep it aside. Heat the ghee until it becomes warm. In a pan, add sugar and water. Heat until the sugar syrup reaches a one-string consistency. Add the gram flour slowly while stirring continuously. Gradually pour in the warm ghee and keep stirring. Cook...

  Course: Dinner / Sidedish    Cuisine: Indian   Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh   Introduction: Hariyali Chicken Gravy is a delicious and flavourful Indian chicken dish made with fresh green herbs like mint, coriander leaves, green chillies and aromatic spices. The word “Hariyali” means green, which gives this gravy its beautiful natural green colour. It is rich, creamy, mildly spicy and perfect to enjoy with rice, chapati, dosa or naan Chicken is high in protein and helps build and repair muscles. Coriander and mint provide vitamins and antioxidants. Green herbs contain beneficial plant compounds and supports immunity. G inger, garlic and mint may help support digestion . Hariyali chicken    Ingredients: For marinating the chicken: Chicken – ½ kg Curd – 2 tbsp Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp Chilli powder – ½ tsp Salt – as needed Lemon juice – 1 tsp For green masala: Coriander leaves – 1 cup Mint leaves – ½ cup Green chillies – 3–...

  Course: Lunch Cuisine: Indian Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  Introduction about prawn Biriyani: Prawn biryani is a delicious and flavorful Indian rice dish made with fresh prawns, basmati rice, aromatic spices, herbs, and sometimes curd. The combination of juicy prawns and fragrant rice makes it a tasty and satisfying meal. It is especially popular among seafood lover. P rawns provide protein, which helps build and repair muscles. Prawns contain vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids that support normal brain and nerve function. Prawns contain nutrients such as zinc and selenium that help support the immune system. Rice supplies carbohydrates that give the body energy for daily activities. Prawns contain phosphorus, which contributes to healthy bones and teeth. Prawn Biriyani  Ingredients for making prawn Biriyani:   250 g prawns (cleaned and deveined) 1½ cups basmati rice 2 onions, thinly sliced 2 tomato, chopped 2 green chillies 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste ¼ cup curd ½ c...

  Course: Sidedish   Cuisine: Indian  Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  Introduction about Kovakkai poriyal/ Kovakkai Thoran: Kovakkai, also known as Ivy Gourd or Tindora, is a green vegetable commonly used in Indian cooking. It is widely prepared as poriyal, curry, and fry. Kovakkai is nutritious and contains dietary fibre, vitamins, and minerals. It is a healthy addition to a balanced diet. Benefits of Kovakkai Supports digestion: Its dietary fibre helps maintain healthy digestion. Helps control blood sugar: It may support blood sugar management as part of a balanced diet. Supports immunity: It provides vitamins and other nutrients that support normal immune function. Kovakkai poriyal Ingredients: Kovakkai – 250 g Onion – 1 (optional) Oil – 2 tbsp Mustard seeds – ½ tsp Urad dal – ½ tsp Curry leaves – a few Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp Chilli powder – ½ tsp Salt – as needed Grated coconut – 2 tbsp (optional) Instructions: Wash the kovakkai thoroughly and cut it into thin r...