Recipes by mahimaa (Page 7)

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	Atukula Pulihora(Aval Puliyodharai) by mahimaa Even though the recipe may sound very simple, it is very easy to mess up. For a great tasting dish, soak aval/poha with the right amount of tamarind extract so that the flakes are fluffy and separate and not soggy. My mom makes the best Aval upma! We make it frequently at home. Aval puliyodharai is slightly different from Aval upma. I…	1 vote 465 views
	Cakes & Cookies-easy recipes by mahimaa You're about to be redirectedThe blog that used to be here is now at http://www.indianvegetariankitchen.com/2010/02/cakes-cookies-easy-recipes.html.Do you wish to be redirected?	2 votes 1214 views
	Samosas-Quick and Easy Recipe by mahimaa Samosas-Quick and Easy RecipeI bought wonton wrappers from an american store and filled each of them with spicy potato mixture and deep fried till golden brown. Making Samosas can't be any easier than this.Makes about 25 samosasIngredients:For filling:Peas-a handfulCoriander leaves-a handfulFor outer cover:Store bought wonton…	1 vote 329 views
	Chakkarai Pongal by mahimaa Chakkarai PongalDear Friends,Wish you and your family a very Happy Pongal!Chakkarai Pongal(Rice and mung dal cooked together and sweetened with jaggery) is every South Indian's favorite! I am sharing my family recipe with you all.Serves 3Ingredients:Method:Pressure cook rice and mung dal together with milk and 1.5 cups of water for…	2 votes 976 views
	Vegetable Pulao(without onions and garlic) by mahimaa Vegetable Pulao(without onions and garlic)The addition of onions and garlic will make any dish flavorful and delicious. Some don't include them on auspicious days and festivals. You can try this vegetable pulao on one of those days. It can be made in less than 20 minutes if you have cooked rice.Ingredients:Method:Rinse the rice. Add…	2 votes 955 views
	Dhokla by mahimaa DhoklaPicture courtesy: My husbandMother's day is not yet over. So here's wishing all moms happy mother's day!I was wondering what my mom's favorite dish was? I could hardly recollect 2-3 dishes. Because mom always made sure she cooked food that my Appa and I liked the most. So today, I thought why not make her favorite dhokla. I came…	1 vote 592 views
	Carrot & Mango Milkshake by mahimaa Carrot & Mango MilkshakeThis recipe is adapted from Sharmi's blog. I added mango pieces to make the shake even more delicious.Ingredients:Grated Carrots-3Ripe Mango(peeled and chopped)-1/4 cup(can add more)Method:Saute carrots for about 8 minutes. Add 1 or 2 tbsp of milk while sauteing to prevent the carrots from sticking to the…	1 vote 594 views
	15 Minute Recipes - Drinks(Part 1) by mahimaa Dear friends,Thank you all for participating in this event and making it a grand success! Can you believe that I received over 290 recipes? I seriously did not expect such a huge response. I really appreciate your enthusiasm in sending multiple entries. I hope you will find the round up very useful. I have split the recipes into…	1 vote 572 views
	Tomato Kurma- Very simple and tasty by mahimaa Tomato Kurma- Very simple and tastyIngredients:Method:Heat oil in a pan. Add star anise. Fry for 10 seconds. Add onions. Sprinkle salt. Fry till it turns soft.Add tomatoes. Cook till tomatoes turn soft.Add the ground paste and some more salt. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water if the gravy is very thick. Bring the mixture to boil. Simmer for 15…	1 vote 542 views
	15 Minute Recipes-Soups and Salads(Part 2) by mahimaa Easy, quick and healthy vegetarian recipes	1 vote 459 views