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Creamy Healthy Cucumber Raita
on Jan 28, 2007 in indian side dish vegetarian I just finished preparing my cucumber raita for tomorrow's dinner. I plan to accompany this with a special dish which I will feature tomorrow if time permits. This creamy dish is best served chilled and for me it goes very well with lamb kebabs or ta...
Tangy Garlic Chutney
on Mar 20, 2007 in indian sauce side dish dip A quick delicious chutney to go with Biryani Rice or indian snacks.Ingredients5 Garlic ClovesGarlic Cloves1 medium TomatoTomato5 Red ChiliesRed ChiliesSalt to tasteOilDirections1] Fry the 1st 3 ingredients in little oil.2] Add salt and grind into a s...
The Absolute Best Cole Slaw Recipe Ever
on May 9, 2007 in salad dish towel side dish cole slaw picnic With the summer fast approaching, our minds turn to fun-filled picnics and barbeques where we can enjoy friends, beverages and some great tasting dishes. This Asian Cole Slaw recipe is a year-round winner and goes great with just about any meat dish.
KOTTIMEERA- MAMIDI PACHCHADI & MENTHI MUKKALU
on May 15, 2007 in condiments Pickle chutney side dish I have been very busy lately,but not so busy not to notice the advent of summer.Mango is the fruit of Indian summers.I remember the countless days we spent as vacations with my Ammamma and Tatayyagaru(we call them Amma and nannagaru anyway(that is te...
Basmati Rice Pilaf
on May 19, 2007 in basmati pilaf rice Side Dish side-dish I have mentioned that I prefer to use the rice cooker for most dishes, however one that I still do on the stove top is rice pilaf. For this dish, I like to use Basmati rice. It fluffs nice, has a nice nutty flavor, and is simply superior to the lon...