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  Course: Sidedish   Cuisine: Indian  Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  Introduction about vendakkai fry: Today, we are going to learn about a healthy and nutritious green vegetable called Lady’s Finger, also known as Okra or Bhindi. It is a popular vegetable used in many Indian dishes. Lady’s finger is rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It helps improve digestion, supports heart health, and contributes to overall well-being. It can be prepared in many delicious ways, such as curry, stir-fry, and sambar. Lady's finger contains nutrients that support normal body and brain functions and its dietary fiber may help to manage cholesterol levels and it is good for heart. Fiber helps to  prevent constipation and supports healthy digestion and may help to slow the rise in blood sugar levels. Let's get it into recipe. Lady's finger fry  Ingredients: Ladies finger (okra) – 250 g Oil – 2 tablespoons Onion – 1 medium (optional) Chilli powder – ½ teaspoon Turm...

  Course: Sidedish  Cuisine: Indian  Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  Introduction about pavakkai gravy: Pavakkai, also known as bitter gourd or bitter melon, is a nutritious vegetable packed with vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Here are its main health benefits.Pavakkai contains compounds being studied for their effects on blood glucose, but it is not a replacement for diabetes medicine and it's help to control blood sugar level. It's fibre helps support healthy bowel movements. Supports immunity: It contains vitamin C, which helps the immune system function normally. It is low in calories and can be part of a balanced diet. Supports healthy skin: Its nutrients, including vitamin C, contribute to normal skin health. Pavakkai thokku  Ingredients for making pavakkai thokku: 250 gm bitter gourd (pavakkai), finely chopped 2 onions, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 tbsp gingelly oil 1 tsp mustard seeds ½ tsp fenugreek seeds ¼ tsp turmeric powder 2 tsp red chilli powder...

  Course: Sidedish  Course: Indian  Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  Introduction about how to make vazhaikai varuval: Today, we are going to prepare a delicious and crispy South Indian-style Vazhaikkai Varuval. This raw banana fry is a simple, traditional side dish that goes perfectly with sambar rice, rasam rice, and curd rice. With its crispy texture and flavourful spices, this recipe is sure to make your meal extra special. Let's see how to prepare this tasty dish at home! Raw banana is rich in fibre and it Supports healthy digestion and  Contains carbohydrates that supply energy to the body. It helps to support normal muscle and nerve function and pro vides resistant starch: Raw banana contains resistant starch, which supports gut health. Vazhaikai varuval  Ingredients: 2   raw bananas 2 tbsp oil ½ tsp mustard seeds ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp chilli powder 1 tsp coriander powder ½ tsp cumin powder A pinch of asafoetida Salt to taste Curry leaves as nee...

  Course: Lunch  Cuisine: Indian Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  INTRODUCTION ABOUT PANEER BIRIYANI: Paneer Biryani is a delicious and aromatic Indian rice dish made with basmati rice, paneer (Indian cottage cheese), vegetables, and a variety of spices. It is known for its rich flavour, wonderful aroma, and colourful appearance. It can be served with onion raita, kurma, or gravy. Paneer biryani is a popular vegetarian dish enjoyed by people of all ages. P aneer provides protein, which helps build and repair muscles and c ontains calcium, which supports strong bones and teeth. Paneer supplies carbohydrates that give the body energy ,v egetables and spices can provide vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Paneer Biriyani      Ingredients: 1 cup of basmati rice Bayleaf-3 Cardamom-2 Cinnamon-2 Cloves-2 200 gm paneer, cut into cubes 2 onions, finely sliced 2 tomato, chopped 2 green chillies, slit 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste ½ teaspoon red chilli powder ¼ teaspoon ...

  Course: Sweet/ Dessert   Cuisine: Indian   Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  ABOUT PASTA PAYASAM: Hello everyone! Welcome back to my channel. Today, we are going to prepare a delicious and creamy dessert called Pasta Payasam. This is a unique twist on traditional Indian payasam, made with pasta, milk, sugar, and dry fruits. It is easy to prepare at home and perfect for festivals, special occasions, and family gatherings. Pa sta and sugar provides carbohydrates that give the body energy. Milk  provides calcium and protein, which help maintain healthy bones and teeth ,Nuts a nd raisins provide healthy fats, some protein, fibre, and minerals. Let's see how to make this tasty and mouth-watering Pasta Payasam! Pasta payasam  Ingredients for making pasta payasam/ sangu payasam: Pasta – ½ cup Milk – 500 ml Sugar – ¼ cup (adjust to taste) Ghee – 2 tsp Cashew nuts – 10 Raisins – 10 Cardamom powder – ¼ tsp Water – as needed Procedure for making pasta payasa...

  Course: Dessert   Cuisine: Indian  Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh  SOME INTRODUCTION ABOUT HOW TO MAKE BEETROOT HALWA? Beetroot Halwa is a delicious and colorful Indian dessert made with fresh beetroot, milk, sugar, and ghee. ❤️ This sweet treat is loved for its rich taste, beautiful red color, and soft, creamy texture. It is a perfect dessert for festivals, family gatherings, and special occasions. Beetroot is rich in essential nutrients and gives this halwa its natural color and unique flavor. With the wonderful aroma of ghee and the crunchiness of cashew nuts, Beetroot Halwa is a delightful dessert that everyone will love. If you are looking for a simple yet delicious homemade sweet, Beetroot Halwa is a perfect choice! Beetroot Halwa  Ingredients for making Beetroot Halwa: Beetroot -2 cups Milk – 1cup Sugar – 1 cup Cardamom powder – 1/4 tsp Ghee - 3 tbsp Almonds - few Cashews – few Steps for making Beetroot Halwa:   First peel the skin of beetroot an...