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Gojjavalakki / Tamarind Poha

  Tamarind Poha: A Tangy Twist on a Classic Breakfast Poha, a beloved breakfast dish in India, typically features flattened rice sautéed with spices, vegetables, and sometimes nuts. One delightful variation is Tamarind Poha from Karnataka , which adds a tangy twist that elevates the traditional flavors. It is no onion no garlic breakfast recipe.This dish is not only quick to prepare but also a fantastic way to kickstart your day. Here’s how to make this delicious Tamarind Poha at home. Ingredients Flattened rice (poha) : 2 cups (thick variety) Tamarind pulp : 2 tablespoons Oil 2 tbsp Red chilies : 1-2,  (adjust to taste) Mustard seeds : 1 teaspoon Curry leaves : 8-10 Hing 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder : ½ teaspoon Salt : to taste Peanuts : ¼ cup (optional) Jaggery 1-2 tbsp Methi powder 1/2 tsp Sarina pudi / Rasam Powder 1 tsp Fresh coriander leaves : for garnishing Oil : 2 tablespoons Instructions Prepare the Poha : Rinse the flattened rice in cold water until it softens. Dr

Creamy Cucumber Salad

This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a deliciously refreshing salad recipe with a combination of thinly sliced cucumbers and sour cream. I must say cucumbers are one of the most satisfying and thirst-quenching vegetables, especially in the summer. These are super hydrating with a good amount of water in them and also high in Vitamins K, B, C, and minerals like copper, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium. One easiest yet delicious way of getting the nutrition from cucumbers is this creamy salad which you will not able to resist eating after eating it once. This recipe is healthy, low carb, oil-free, gluten-free yet creamy and flavourful. This recipe requires just a few ingredients and can be made and stored in the Refridgerator a day before. This creamy marinated cucumber salad can be served as a side dish with any elaborate Party meal or just with every day cooked meals. The dressing made for marinating cucumbers can be used for any other salads. You can store it in t

Bokchoy Salad with Toasted Sesame Dressing

  One of the simple, nutritious, and the best bokchoy salads that you will love as much as I do.....Trust me.! This salad consists of blanched bokchoy along with creamy toasted sesame dressing and finished with a drizzle of coconut aminos. Bokchoy is a Chinese cabbage which means "white vegetables".They have white stems and green leaves. Usually, they are stir-fried with some chopped garlic. But if you want something refreshing then this salad is for you. Toasted Sesame dressing is perfect for this salad as it is creamy, sweet, and slightly tangy. Every bite is bursting with lovely flavors. I have used Coconut aminos in place of Soya Sauce as it is a healthier alternative. You can buy it here.  This easy Asian side dish is comforting for every day and gorgeous looking for family gatherings. So let's get started with the ingredients. Serves: 4 people Total time:15 mins INGREDIENTS : For the Toasted Sesame Dressing: White Sesame seeds 1 tbsp Black se