Mochaikottai kaara kuzhambu can be said to be unique to TN. This spicy gravy with an enticing aroma of ground masala and nutty flavor of mochaikottai (field beans) is a delightful accompaniment to rice and also idly, dosa, pongal even chapati etc., Belonging to the legume category these nutritious beans are great sources of protein…
Category: Pulusu/Kuzhambu
Gravy items served with main course
Sambar
There is no need for any introduction to this chakravarty dish from Tamilnadu, by which entire country is known. A concoction of dal, vegetables, tamarind juice and sambar masala, Sambar has countless customs and numerous versions of preparation even in Tamilnadu. Outside TN, close neighbours Andhra, Kerala and Karnataka have their own traditional styles and…
Usirikaya pappu
This simple and tasty preparation using chinna usirikaya (star gooseberry) and moong dal has a nice comforting tanginess that tastes delicious when mixed with hot rice and some ghee. In our childhood these were sold outside our school by roadside vendors who would spread a variety of items for school kids to buy during their…
Majjiga pulusu
Majjiga pulusu is a classic gravy that can transform a simple meal into a rich and special one, when teamed with mudda pappu or pappu kura and hot rice, with an appadam or odiyam and challa mirapakaya, with a drop of ghee. Ammamma’s majjiga pulusu used to be a very looked forward to dish, though…
Thotakura pulusu
Regular side dish for rice that is made at least once in 10 days. Tamarind and spices spike the earthy flavour of this leafy green and lend it a wonderful taste. Since leafy greens are among the super-foods with their vitamin, mineral and fiber richness we try to use them at least once a week…
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