Attending our local Onam celebration was one of the few events every year where I really felt like a Malayalee. It’s where I could connect with my culture. I loved seeing everyone in their white and gold sarees and seeing…
Dosa (a rice and lentil based recipe)
After going back and forth between different rice varieties, lentil variations, and fermentation methods I’ve finally come to a dosa recipe that creates a crispy and tangy flavor.
Sambar (a south indian vegetable stew)
Sambar is made many different ways. In fact, different districts within South India all seem to have their own variation. From the types of vegetable used to the spice blends, the combinations are vast.
Tandoori Pizza with Tamarind Mint Chutney
Here it is in all its glory! Behold! The Tandoori Pizza with Tamarind Mint Chutney! Let’s call it the “red crust pizza” for short? If you ask me how I came up with this recipe, honestly, it’s like that scene…
Pumpkin Erissery (Onam Sadhya Recipe)
Another classic Onam Sadhya recipe is Pumpkin Erissery. It’s so delicious and simple to make! To make it, all you do is pressure cook white pumpkin and red beans. Then it gets cooked down with a coconut paste. Finally, it…
Red Beet Pachadi (Onam Sadhya Recipe)
Red Beet Pachadi is another classic Onam recipe. When I sit down for a sadhya (feast), I always expect to see this beautiful, bright pink dish on my banana leaf. What I love most about this recipe is how simple…
Kerala-Style Aviyal (Onam Sadhya Recipe)
Onam Sadhya is a plant-based lover’s dream and this Kerala-Style Aviyal is no exception. Not familiar with what Onam is? It is a yearly harvest festival in Kerala that primarily Hindus celebrate, however, those of all religious backgrounds will recognize…
Cheesy Baked Mushroom Penne Pasta
I like to think about the recipes my mom taught me as a kid and credit her with a lot of what I’ve learned. I need to give some credit to my dad, too, though. Father’s aren’t always seen in…
Kerala Fried Rice
This Kerala Fried Rice is such a simple side dish to make when you need something to go with your curries. Honestly, though, I could eat of bowl of this on its own. Featuring ghee-fried onions, cashews, and raisins, and…
Jackfruit Seed Mango Curry (Chakkakuru Manga Curry)
Did you know you could use the seeds of a jackfruit to make delicious meals? That’s precisely what I used to make this Jackfruit Seed and Raw Green Mango Curry, otherwise known as Chakkakuru Manga Curry. Never had jackfruit seeds?…
Uppumav/Upma (Spiced Semolina)
You know, as a kid I wasn’t really crazy about uppumav. The sweet, salty, spicy crumbly and steamy plate my mom would serve with a banana had my tastebuds going wild. But the older I get, the more I find myself loving these old childhood dislikes.
Carrot Thoran
One of the simplest South Indian side dishes to make is a thoran, which is a vegetable-based side dish made with a few spices and fresh grated coconut.