Side Dish

Meen Peera Pattichathu

Mathi Peera Pattichathu (മത്തി പീര പറ്റിച്ചത്), is an authentic preparation of sardine fish (mathi) on which a generous proportion of flavor and taste is added by the grated coconut masala. Though sardine typically cut to 3-4 pieces is used for this dish, similar preparation with smelt (Netholi) is also very […]

Jackfruit Stem Thoran

The jackfruit is a fruit variety commonly seen in the south west costal states of India and is well known as the largest tree-born fruit. As a fruit, jackfruit is very popular is most of the Indian states and even in western word (as a frozen fruit). Multiple raw-jackfruit dishes are […]

Salmon with Spinach and Mushrooms

A combination of super healthy food ingredients, prepared in a super healthy way!!!. Salmon and spinach paired with mushroom, to form a delicious side-dish  bowl. Serve it with a French bread, baked potatoes even a bowl of steamed rice to complete the weekend dinner balanced and complete.

Methi Chicken

Another North-Indian curry recipe with methi (fenugreek) leaves, that goes well with chapathi/naan or rice. I have shared a few methi leaf recipes previously and have listed the health benefit of it already. Methi chicken is another common preparation to integrate the benefits of methi with chicken to get a […]

Mushroom Thoran

In Kerala traditional Mushroom (കുമിൾ/ കൂണ്‍) season is immediately after the rain, as we see the white buds comes out in groups in wet soil.  Now-a-days mushrooms are available in all the seasons from farms and became an easily available healthy vegetable option. Mushrooms are very low in carbohydrates and are […]

Senai Masiyal

Masiyal in Tamil- means Cooked and Smashed. This recipe here of a traditional Tamil cuisine preparation with Senai (Yam/ Karanai Kizhangu/ ചേന), a common root vegetable.  Yams in general are a good source of minerals and fiber and known to be a balanced nutrient with multiple health benefits. It can […]