14 Search Results for "dosa"

• Bhindi Raitha (Okra) Bhindi Raitha (Okra)

  • From: anitasn82
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    Hi
    
    My name is Anita. Here's a recipe for preparing Bhindi Raitha. It is a very famous South Indian accompaniment for Dosa, Idli. Kids will love Okra this way. I got this recipe from my grandmother.
    
    
    
    Ingredients:   
    • 2 Cups thinly sliced okra (needs to be dried for atleast a couple of hours). If using frozen okra, thaw and dry so as to reduce the stickiness. 
    • • 1 tsp Mustard seeds
    • A pinch of asafoetida
    • Curry leaves
    • 1/2 Cup oil
    • 2 finely chopped Green chilies
    • 2 Cups unsweetened plain yogurt, lightly beaten - if there is a slight sour taste it adds more flavor to the raitha.
    • Salt
    
    
    
    Preparation
    
     
    
    1. Heat 1/2 cup oil in a frying pan to more than medium heat
    2. Fry the okra slices to a light brown colour. Adjust heat so as to not burn the okra.
    3. After the okra is taken out of the oil immediately dab it with a kitchen paper towel to remove the excess oil.
    4. Fry okra in small batches so as to evenly fry them.
    5. Allow to cool for a 3-5 minutes
    6. Meanwhile mix Green chillies and 2 curry leaves with the yogurt (can use cilantro for extra taste).

    7. Add the fried okra to the yogurt and salt to taste. Mix delicately so as to not lose the crunchiness of the fried okra/
    8. Temper few mustard seeds and ther remaining Curry leaves in 1 tbsp oil and when the seeds start crackling, add a pinch of Asafoetida
    9. Mix the tempered mustard seeds to the yogurt.
    10. Garnish with fresh Curry leaves or cilantro
    11. Let the raitha set down for 5 mins before serving

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• Instant powder is available in Instant powder is available in India - Bangalore

  • From: Uma
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    Hi,

    I stay in Delhi but my sister is in Bangalore. there in a shop called Namdhari in Bangalore where instant organic dosa and idli powder is available. It is combination of rice and uraddhal.Just open the packet and mix luke warm water and allow it to ferment and then the traditional idli can be made.

    It is excellent.

    Uma

  • 1 year ago
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• Instant powder is available in Instant powder is available in

  • From: Uma
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  • 1 year ago
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• Tomato and Mint chutney Tomato and Mint chutney

  • From: Sri
  • Description:

    This is one of my fav chutneys  for two reasons:

    1. great taste

    2. doest require coconut.

     

     

    Ingredients:

    tomatoes : 2 (big size)

    garlic : 3 big cloves

    Mint leaves : 1/2 bunch

    cumin seeds or jeera : 2 tspns

    white or yellow  sesame seeds : 2 tspns

    green chillies  to taste : usually i add 5 to 6

     

    Fry all the above ingredients with 3 spoons of oil. Fry till the tomatoes are cooked.

    Grind  the above cooked masala with little tamarind, salt and turmeric.

     

    tomato mint chutney is ready.

    Tastes best with Idli, Dosa or chapathis.

     

    Tips: To make it more rich, add 1/2 cup of coconut.

     

    Thanks

     

     

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  • 1 year ago
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• Rice Variety in USA Rice Variety in USA

  • From: jkpriyadarshini1984
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    Hi everyone,

    I guess by now every one must be aware of the rice stortage in USA. First i was using Ponni Raw rice and then had to switch over to sona masoori. Till last month,here in portland(OR),we were getting sona masoori rice. But,now..no supply...accept for basmati rice.

    This weekend i got some long grain rice frm walmart. I wasnt sure of the quality. Just picked a small packet since i had heard indian frnds here saying tat long grain rice is nice.

    I cooked it like the usual way i make rice...1 rice : 2 water.  :-( it became kichadi. :-( . I always make rice in cooker. My husband likes it that way.

    Luckly that day...we had rasam , so some how managed to eat it.

    Guys pl tell me were i can get rice ? I mean, pl suggest which american rice may suit our needs.

    I make idli and dosa very often. So,pl suggest the rice that may help in making these!

    Pl do tell the brands and shops. I have come to US this yr only...so don know that much abt rice brands here.

    Pl guys help me...

     

    cheers,

    -Priya-

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  • 2 years ago
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• Re: Idli and Dosa instant mix Re: Idli and Dosa instant mix

  • From: appi
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    This is not exactly "instant" ,(as in just mix a couple of ingredients & boom ,its ready) but is easier than the traditional  batter making method.

    Soak 1 cup skinless urad daal overnite, grind it the next day & to that add 3 cups of ready made "Idli rawa" which is easily available in desi groc stores.Mix well using about a cup to  cup and a half of warm water (speeds fermentation) Allow this batter to ferment overnite & its ready the next day. It freezes well too. hope this

  • 2 years ago
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• Tomato Kurma Tomato Kurma

  • From: jkpriyadarshini1984
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    Hi,

    Thought of sharing this reciepe with you. It is called Tomato Kurma (As told by my Mother in law). This is a traditional south indian ( Tamilian ) dish specially made during breakfast as a side dish for Idli and Dosa. It goes best with steaming hot Idlis ! :-)  Many tamilians will be aware of this dish.

    
    Tomato Kurma
    
     Ingredients:
    
    1. Tomato  -  2 Ripe Medium sized tomatoes. (Roma Tomatoes preferred)
    2. Coconut -  1/4 th of the whole medíum sized fresh coconut,cut into small pieces.
    3. Garlic  -  4 small cloves
    4. Dalia(Roasted channa dal)  -  1 teaspoon
    5. Cloves  -  1
    6. Cinnamon stick - 1 small stick
    7. Fennel seeds - 1/4 teaspoon
    8. Oil - 2 teaspoons
    9. Mustard - 1/2 teaspoon
    9. Onion  - 1 Chopped (half quantity of tomato)
    10.Green Chilly -  To taste ( I put 3 of them, purchased from the indian store)
    11.Chopped Coriander - for garnishing
    12.Curry leaves - few
    13.Salt - To taste
    14.Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon
    15.Water - 1/2 glass (100ml, Depending on desired consistency)
    
    
    Method :
    
    1. Grind 1 to 7 ingredients nicely with 1/2 glass water and keep aside.
    2. In a Kadai,heat oil and add in the mustard seeds and wait untill they splutter.
    3. Add in the chopped onion, green chillies and wait untill they are translucent.
    4. Once done,Pour the grinded mixture into the kadai and mix well.
    5. Add salt and turmeric powder at this stage and allow this mixture to come to a boil in low flame. This may takes around ten minutes since it is on low flame. Stir occasionally. At this stage,this mixture starts to thicken since we have added roasted channa.The consistency can be altered by adding water. Usually it shouldn be watery like sambar. It    should look thick.
    6. Once done,check for salt. Add in the chopped coriander,curry leaves and remove from flame.
    7. This is best had with Idli and Dosa and can be in fridge for 2 - 3 days. But,its best had fresh.
    
    
    Tip:
    
    1. Be careful on the dalia quantity. It is the thickening agent in this dish.
    2. Pl use fresh coconut (best preferred) or atleast shredded frozen coconut. Do not use dried coconut. The fresh coconut bought from american grocery store also is good. I have used it.
    3. Cut the coconut as small as possible so that the mixer is safe.
    4. The green chilly can be grinded along with the coconut mixture. This dish need not be spicy...but then the green chilly flavour has to be there.

     

    Pl let me how it turned out.

     

    Regards,

    Priya

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  • 2 years ago
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• Rawa Roti Rawa Roti

  • From: Ifra5
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    Try this awesome recipe as a tea time snacks.

    Ingrediants:

    • Rawa (suji) - 250grms or 2 cups approx.
    • Onions        - 2 large ( copped )
    • Tomatos    - 2-3  ( chopped )
    • Green chilles - 7-8
    • Cumin seeds - 2 teaspoon
    • Salt to taste.
    • Oil to fry.
    • Coriander leaves for garnish.
    • Water approx. 2 cups

    Method:

    1. Grind green chilles n cumin seeds to paste.
    2. In a bowl mix suji, chopped onins, tomatos, salt, coriander leaves and green chille paste.
    3. Add water to make a medium thick batter. *(consistency should b alike dosa batter or sooji dhokla batter).
    4. Allow the batter to set for 20-30mins.

    For the Rotis:

    1. Heat a nonstick spread top pan. ( Tawa or skillet )
    2. At medium heat add 1 teaspoon oil n let it heat well.
    3. Mix the batter each time and with a deep spoon spread it on tawa. *1 or 2 spoon depending upon the desire size of the roti.
    4. Cover it with a heaped lid for 5-6 seconds. *optional, just to speed up cooking.
    5. Turn occationally and add oil if desired.
    6. Repeat the process each time.
    7. Serve immediatly with tomato sauce.

    Tips:

    • Add a bit of salt to chilles while grinding to avoid the change in taste.
    • Peel a banana, smash it n mix to the batter for added flavor or more smoother batter.
    • Use cooking spray for a healthier cooking.
    • Batter can be stored in fridge for later use. (approx. 2days)
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  • 2 years ago
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• Idli and Dosa instant mix Idli and Dosa instant mix

  • From: pridar
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    Hi Guys,

    I love your show. Especially the way u guys cook ur dishes with very little oil and makes it very healthy. Could u guys give me recipe for instant idli and dosa mix. I have two kids who love idli and dosa very much. Some times I don't have time to go through the process of making the batter. If U guys could give me a recipe it will be a great help for me.

    Thank you.

  • 2 years ago
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• Re: Kitchen Appliances Re: Kitchen Appliances

  • From: anuja
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    Hi Sakina,

    Sorry about the delayed response. Here are some of our suggestions...

    1. Blender

    2. Food Processor

    3. Hand Blender (great when you don't want to do too much cleaning)

    The Blender that I have is a very good one and a little on the pricey side but it does wonderful when I have to grind dosa and vada or idli, so I invested in a good one. The brand I have is a Cusine Art and it is about $100, but I love it and have had it for about 5-7 years now.

  • 2 years ago
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• My birthday cake (thx Hetal) My birthday cake (thx Hetal)

  • From: anuja
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  • 2 years ago
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• Birthday Cake! Birthday Cake!

  • From: anuja
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  • 2 years ago
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• Family Dosa @ Sagar Family Dosa @ Sagar

  • From: anuja
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  • 2 years ago
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• Birthday Cake (thx Sejal) Birthday Cake (thx Sejal)

  • From: anuja
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  • 2 years ago
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