Vegetable Tortilla Soup

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 5/17/2013 5:43:00 PM

'Tortilla soup is a Mexican staple. Homemade tortilla soup is easy to make healthy ,and high fiber kidney beans for protein. Tortilla soup can be very spicy or rather mild, depending upon what chilies are included.  If you want extra heat, try a chipotle or ancho chili.The tortilla strips should be added at the last minute to preserve their crisp texture. A squirt of lime juice brings all the flavors together.Ingredients: Corn Tortillas      &n(...)'

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Methi Thepla Roti

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 5/10/2013 5:07:00 PM

'Methi Theplas is a very good type of Indian bread which keeps good for a week and especially a healthy travel food. Methi Theplas is one of my favorite Gujarat dishes .It is very easy to cook and nice to eat. This theplas are very good for Diabetic patients.Ingredients:Wheat Flour                              &(...)'

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Restaurant Type Gulab Jamun/Kala Jamun – Version 2/

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 5/1/2013 5:40:00 PM

'I already posted my version of gulab jamun with khoyarecipe in my blog. This jamun are made with milk powder only. This recipe is used in many Indian Restaurants around the world.Ingredients:Dry Milk powder                       - 2 cupsSelf-rising flour                        - ¾ cupMilk      &n(...)'

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Shahi Tukda- 300 th Post

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 4/16/2013 9:21:00 PM

'This Valentine’s week, I had a craving for some dessert. It reminded me of Shahi Tukda, which I decided to make for dessert. Shahi Tukda includes fried sweet syrupy soaked triangular breads topped with rabdi (rabdi is nothing but milk having sugar and saffron reduced to ¾) and few dry fruits. The dish is similar to “Double ka meetha”,which has its roots in Pakistani cuisine and is a famous dessert in Mughlai cuisineIngredientsFor shahi tukda  White Bread slices   &nbs(...)'

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Happy Vishu 2013

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 4/13/2013 5:12:00 PM

'Dear  Friends & ReadersWishing You Good-luck and prosperity on this auspicious occasion of VishuHappy Vishu 2013 I posted the vishu recipes . Please see the link http://sadhanakitchen.blogspot.com/2011/04/happy-vishu.htmlwww.Sadhanakitchen.blogspot.com'

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Tamil New Year /Chithirai Varuda Pirrappu

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 4/12/2013 5:48:00 PM

'Dear Readers:May we all have the divine shower of Perumal, Thayar and Acharyas in this Vijay  Varusha Pirappu!"Iniya Tamizh Puthandu Nalvazhthukkal" (இனிய தமிழ் புத்தாண்டு நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்). Varhusha Pirrappu Thalighai”RiceGheeParuppuMor KuzhambhuSathuamuthuKarameethuKootuThaiyir PachadiManga Pachadi/Mango PachadiKoosumaliVadaiThirukana amuthu/PayasamAppalamPicklePlain Thayirwww.Sadhanakitchen.blogspot.com'

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Mambazha Pachadi/Mango Pachadi

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 4/11/2013 11:43:00 PM

'Pachadi refers to a traditional South Indian side-dish. This Manga Pachadi is prepared on Tamil New Year (April 14th) day at every tamilian’s house. This is typically made with boiled mangoes with ginger, green or red chilies and tempered in oil with mustard seeds, ginger, cocounut, neem leaves .Ayurveda teaches that all six tastes should be eaten at every meal for us to feel satisfied and to ensure that all major food groups and nutrients are represented. If you want more info plea(...)'

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Easy Basil Pesto

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 4/8/2013 8:41:00 PM

'Pesto (Italian pronunciation: [ˈpesto], Genoese: [ˈpesto]) is a sauce originating in Genoa in the Liguria region of northern Italy (pesto Genovese)[1] , and traditionally consists of crushed garlic, basil and European pine nuts blended with olive oil and Parmigiano Reggiano and Fiore Sardo (pecorino sardo. This same Latin root through Old French also gave rise to the English word pestle. Pesto is traditionally prepared in a marble mortar with a wooden pestle.Pesto in the US is commo(...)'

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Quinoa Uppuma

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 4/5/2013 8:07:00 PM

'Quinoa is a fantastic grain—high in protein, gluten-free, and a great source of fiber. Quinoa has become very popular these days due to its health benefits. Originating in South America, its popularity has steadily grown and competes for super grain supremacy with its Mediterranean neighbor, couscous. I am a huge fan of quinoa.Rich in proteins, iron, calcium and potassium, copper, and potassium, it helps prevent type2 diabetes, childhood asthma, heart diseases, gallstones and migra(...)'

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Gatte ki Kadhi / Steamed gram flour dumplings in yogurt gravy

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 4/1/2013 6:34:00 PM

'  Rajasthan is not only famous for its art and crafts but also famous for its rich tasty dishes and exotic flavors. This Kadhi is one of the famous dishes from rajasthani cuisine. This dish involves steamed gram flour dumplings dunked into a yogurt based curry. This mouth-watering recipe that will complement both rice and parathas. Make delicious Rajasthani Gatte Ki Kadhi using this simple recipe from my Madappalli. IngredientsFor Gatte:Besan (gram flour) &n(...)'

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Dosa Batter

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 3/31/2013 10:41:00 PM

'Ingredients: Idli Rice (Boiled Rice)                   4 cupsUrud Dal                                      1 cupFenugreek seeds                         (...)'

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Happy Holi 2013

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 3/25/2013 11:51:00 PM

'Dear FriendsThis Holi I wish that Every step of your life gets painted with  happiness.Jai KrishnaSadhanawww.Sadhanakitchen.blogspot.com'

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Allam Pachadi (Ginger Pickle)

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 3/21/2013 4:16:00 AM

'Allam pachadi is a authentic Andhra recipe, simple and quick to prepare. "Allam" in Telugu Stands for Ginger.  Ginger is good for health and aids in proper digestion. Ginger has been used as a natural remedy for many ailments for centuries. Now, science is catching up and researchers around the world are finding that ginger works wonders in the treatment of everything from cancer to migraines..This pachadi made with ginger, red chilies, red chili powder, curry leaves, tamarind.(...)'

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Karadaiyan Nombu Adais

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 3/14/2013 3:48:00 AM

'Karadayan Nonbu is a major Tamil festival which is celebrated at the time on Meena Sankranti or Sankramana. It is celebrated at the moment when Tamil month Maasi ends and month Panguni starts.. This nombhu is observed by all married women for the wellbeing of their husband and that the couples should remain together always. Unmarried women also observe Karadaiyan Nonbu and pray to Goddess Lakshmi to get good men as their husbandKaradai is the name of a unique Nivedyam prepared on th(...)'

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Vazhaipoo Vadai/ Banana flower Vadai

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 3/7/2013 9:08:00 PM

' This yummy & crispy Vadai is Tamilnadu`s Authentic starter. Vazhaipoo is a very healthy veggie. It is an is an excellent source of crude fiber in the human diet. It is used to control excessive pain and bleeding during menstrual cycles. It’s good for pregnant women also.Read more: http://www.penmai.com/forums/healthy-nutritive-foods/11779-vazhaipoo-health-benefits.html#ixzz2JAwsb6CjIngredients:Bengal gram Dhal                 &n(...)'

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Cilantro Pulao/Coriander Rice

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 3/1/2013 6:32:00 PM

'Coriander rice is spiced rice prepared with lots of freshcoriander. Cilantro is always my favorite herb. Coriander seed and cilantroleaves have many known health benefits and researchers are finding more everyday. It is one super-herb rich in anti-oxidants and is anti-bacterial. To learnmore about the benefits of cilantro please see this link http://www.healthdiaries.com/eatthis/13-health-benefits-of-coriander-seeds-and-cilantro-leaves.We usually use coriander for garnish but in thi(...)'

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Idli Batter

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 2/22/2013 10:26:00 PM

'Idli is one of the most popular south Indian recipes all over the country. Idli is an ideal breakfast item. Making Idli is not difficult at all; however its preparation takes a little time as the batter for Idli requires fermentation.In my experience, the key to making soft idli is:Using handful of rice/Poha while making the Urdu Daal batter.Let the dal soak in water overnight inside a fridge. When grinding dhal and rice use only cold water. Not running the blender continu(...)'

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Applesauce Carrot Cake- Celebrating the 100K milestone

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 2/22/2013 5:57:00 PM

'I used to dream about it. Yes!! finally I touched the 100,000 page views and 25,000 viewers. For this achievement my buddy husband gifted me the Kitchen-aid stand mixer.  To celebrate , I made this Applesauce Carrot cake.This egg less cake is excellent with the cream cheese frosting or by itself. I adapted this recipe from “Bakin’ without Eggs” by RoseMarie Emro’s. I made small changes, it turned out very well. Applesauce adds moisture to this carr(...)'

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Rumali Roti

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 2/18/2013 6:24:00 AM

'A chef preparing Rumali roti.Rumali Roti is a thin bread popular in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern part of India.. A large thin roti folded like a handkerchief or roomal, from which it get its name.  The roti is extremely thin. The roti is usually made with a combination of whole and white wheat flours and best cooked on top of an inverted Indian griddle (kadai).IngredientsAll-purpose flour (Maida)            1 cupWhole wheat fl(...)'

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Punjabi mango pickle

Author : Sadhana Padmanabhan      Blog : Madappalli      Date : 2/13/2013 7:01:00 AM

'Punjabi mango pickle is a spiced mango pickle. Popular in the Punjab region of India. The combination of fennel seeds, nigella seeds (Karu Jeera) with mustard and other pickling spices used in this pickle This is a very simple recipe to follow. . If you are a pickle lover like me, you are going to love this pickle. Just keep in mind the basics of pickle making - use a clean sterilized jar, see that there is no moisture and ensure that oil forms a covering layer over the ingredients(...)'

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