Homemade yogurt is so easy to make. With just two ingredients and a little time, you will have yourself a bowl of fresh yogurt, free from any additives. Sometimes, I forget just how simple some recipes are. When my…
Beans Mezhukkupuratti (Stir Fry)
Beans Mezhukkupuratti (kind of like saying meh-roo-koo-poo-rah-tee) is an everyday, simple Kerala recipe and one of the only ways I was able to eat so many veggies as a kid. Somewhat similar to a thoran, a mezhukkupuratti is another popular…
Sumac Roasted Chicken Noodle Soup
In frigid months, there is something especially comforting about a steaming bowl of Sumac Roasted Chicken Noodle Soup. Ladled straight from my dutch oven into a bowl big enough for a double-serving, this tangy soup offers a few moments of…
Shredded Turkey Masala (Thanksgiving Leftovers)
Hands down, one of my favorite ways to repurpose Thanksgiving leftovers is this Shredded Turkey Masala. Every year, at the end of our very American feast, mom and I sit at our kitchen table shredding up the bits. It’s a…
“Spill The Chai” Cookies
I am dubbing these my “Spill The Chai” Cookies. Why? Well, growing up, “chaya” as we say in Malayalam was one of those treasured things to make that meant conversations were about to flow. In fact, to this day, one…
Kerala Egg Puffs
Egg Puffs, or any flavor variation of it, are a magical chaya-time snack for me. It’s savory, hearty, and has the best, buttery, crunchy bite. Beyond its flavor, though, I love how it transports me to the simplest of memories….
