Category: Dips/Chutneys/Raitha

Allam Chutney | Ginger Chutney | Chutney Recipes

Spicy, tangy, a perfect accompaniment -allam chutney with pesarettu, mung beans dosa
04/07/2018 6:11:20 PM vindhyadesai

Chutneys are the heartbeat of any kind of dosa or idli. They bring the whole dish alive and gets your taste buds going. Chutneys should have the correct balance neither too spicy nor too bland, just the right amount. That is the reason why chutneys hold a dish together. Mouth-watering, lip-smacking and finger-licking, those are the exact phrases you will remember after eating a good chutney. One such chutney is this allam chutney or ginger chutney.
Allam chutney is the perfect chutney to go with pesarettu, spicy and tasty. Pesarettu are mung beans dosas and they taste best with this chutney. It is infact a classic combination, tasty and delicious. Allam chutney has some simple spices like methi seeds and black pepper. Ginger itself has a strong and unique flavour it makes this allam chutney fresh and tasty. ... “Allam Chutney | Ginger Chutney | Chutney Recipes”

Sweet Potato Chutney | Genasina Chutney | Chutney Recipes

Mildly spicy and sweet, easy side dish, sweet potato chutney
03/07/2018 10:09:09 PM vindhyadesai

Making chutney always seems like a daunting task. Especially if you have to grate loads of coconut. Sometimes it’s best to make chutneys with any available ingredient like any kind of vegetable, vegetable peels, dals, spices etc. Sweet potato chutney is one such chutney, easy and very flavourful, it has the right balance of flavours.
If you have a pile of sweet potatoes lying at home, pick up 1 or 2 of them and make this easy sweet potato chutney. It makes a great combination for dosa, idli or rotis. Sweet potato chutney does not involve a lot of ingredients, it can get ready in a jiffy and then you can savour your dosas and idlis with this chutney. The sweetness of sweet potatoes makes the chutney have rounder and full flavours. ... “Sweet Potato Chutney | Genasina Chutney | Chutney Recipes”

Pudina Chutney | Mint Chutney | Chutney Recipes

Tangy, spicy, perfect side dish for many snacks – easy pudina chutney
02/06/2018 9:40:25 PM vindhyadesai

Some dishes like tangy chutneys are ignored and not given much importance. They are kept in small containers but without getting highlighted they impart all the taste. It is these side dishes which make the main dishes stand out. One such side dish is this tangy and spicy pudina chutney.
After glorifying this pudina chutney one has to mention its umpteen uses. Pudina chutney is used for sandwiches such as this Bombay Sandwich, chaats, as a dip or to smear onto tasty kathi rolls (which is the recipe coming up next). ... “Pudina Chutney | Mint Chutney | Chutney Recipes”

Pizza Dip | Snack Recipes | Dip Recipes

Warm, creamy with all the flavours a pizza would have, pizza dip for breads
12/17/2017 5:13:50 PM vindhyadesai

Is it pizza, is it a dip, how about flavours of pizza in a dip? If you are planning to make pizza and you find it very daunting to make the dough, let it rise and then prepare all the toppings. Then you also would have to wait for the pizza to bake. But how about you get the flavours of a pizza in a quick pizza dip.
Pizza dip can then be eaten with garlic bread, breadsticks or plain ol’ toasted bread. It’s fun to share too. Children will like the mild flavours and they can dip how much ever they want to. Adults don’t have to be left behind, try this for a fondue party if you are up for it. ... “Pizza Dip | Snack Recipes | Dip Recipes”

Chilli Tomato Momo Dipping Sauce | Momo Sauce

Spicy, tangy, hits the right taste buds – chilli tomato momo dipping sauce
10/03/2017 5:44:54 PM vindhyadesai

A homemade condiment is always better. You exactly know how much salt and seasonings you have added. Most importantly it is free of preservatives and any taste enhancers/additives. This palate cleansing, spicy, refreshing chilli tomato momo dipping sauce is one of those condiments.
Store bought Indo-Chinese foods generally have added MSG which should not be consumed. Homemade chilli tomato momo dipping sauce is spicy and is exactly the sort of condiment you want with hot steamed momos.
This chilli tomato momo dipping sauce as the name suggests, has chilli and tomatoes. ... “Chilli Tomato Momo Dipping Sauce | Momo Sauce”

Pudina Raitha | Mint Raitha | Raitha Recipes

Refreshing, cool, pudina raitha – an easy accompaniment for pulao/bhaat
08/09/2017 9:39:06 PM vindhyadesai

Mint or pudina is a very refreshing herb. It has a strong flavour and aroma. Pudina is an essential part of Indian cuisine. But more often than not it is added to enhance flavour and is a just a ‘herb’! In this pudina raitha it is the star, a simple accompaniment for pulao/bhaat.
This pudina raitha gets ready in a jiffy and is very tasty. It provides a refreshing and cooling effect when having a large meal. ... “Pudina Raitha | Mint Raitha | Raitha Recipes”

Moolangi Chutney | Radish Chutney | Chutney Recipes

Spicy radish chutney, a different kind of chutney as side dish for dosa/idli or steamed rice
07/22/2017 1:01:28 PM vindhyadesai

Chutneys are a a very important side dish in South Indian cuisine. Any kind of chutney cleanses the palate and activates the taste buds. Radish is an under-appreciated vegetable. They are very good for health and are loaded with nutrients. This radish chutney hides radish from you and you will not know there’s radish in it.
This is a very flavourful and spicy chutney and makes a very good side dish for steamed rice or chapathis.I have learnt a version of this chutney from my MIL. She sautes the ground chutney again after grinding before adding the tadka. ... “Moolangi Chutney | Radish Chutney | Chutney Recipes”

Mango Saasme | Maavinahannina Saasme | Raitha Recipes

Sweet, sour, spicy all-in-one flavour burst, a surprise in store – mango saasme
05/07/2017 7:45:40 PM vindhyadesai

Saasme relate to mosaru raitha (curd raitha) in many ways. But the unique and fragrant blend of a light coconut masala makes saasme a stand-out dish. Just as in this unique flavour combo with mango pulp mixed with simple coconut masala which is then mixed into whisked yogurt. It makes a wonderfully tasty side dish, mango saasme.
Saasme are wonderful dishes to cool things of a bit. It aids in digestion and are very very tasty. They can be eaten just on their own or best eaten mixed with rice towards the end of a meal. Mango saasme is heavenly with a bowl of rice. ... “Mango Saasme | Maavinahannina Saasme | Raitha Recipes”

Methi Stems Chutney | Menthe Detina Chutney | Chutney Recipes

Mildly spicy, an easy alternative to coconut chutney, tender methi stems chutney
03/06/2017 8:46:01 PM vindhyadesai

Any edible part of a vegetable or greens should not be wasted. They have a whole lot of nutrients. It is appalling to see many vegetables simple being thrown away. Try and use as many parts of a vegetable provided those parts are edible. Tender methi stems chutney is one such dish which can easily be made.
Obviously with tender methi stems chutney, you have to make sure they are clean, washed and really tender and not bitter. And there you have an easy side dish for idli/dosa. And there you have it, a nice and flavourful chutney! ... “Methi Stems Chutney | Menthe Detina Chutney | Chutney Recipes”

Homemade Apple Sauce | How to make apple sauce?

Homemade Apple Sauce for baking cakes, desserts and more
02/26/2017 5:59:45 PM vindhyadesai

Did you know apple sauce is a substitute for eggs in baking? Several cakes and desserts can be baked with homemade apple sauce. It is super easy to make.
Homemade apple sauce can be used as a dip just as a little snack with some cut fruits. It can also be used to pour over ice cream just like caramel or fudge sauce. A healthier alternative!
I used this batch of homemade apple sauce to make apple pancakes. I have adapted this apple sauce from The Pioneer Woman recipe.  Homemade apple sauce is scrumptious and can be eaten by the spoonful. Delicious! ... “Homemade Apple Sauce | How to make apple sauce?”