Khichda or Khichra is a non- vegetarian variation of Khichdi, popular with Muslims of the Indian subcontinent. This is very famous delicacy in Hyderabad and mostly prepared during Eid.
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khichdi recipe has always been India’s super-food and perhaps the most common food in every Indian household. It is a nutritionally balanced stew of rice and pulses, fresh vegetables, exquisite spices, generous amount of ghee ideally served for lunch and dinner. The dish is widely prepared in many Indian states and being so common adds versatility and variation to this delicacy which changes with each region.
A famous variant of Khichdi from Karnataka. It is one of the most popular traditional dish from Karnataka cuisine.
Read MoreThe South Indian version of Mitha khichdi offered as prasad in temples.
Read MoreKhara or Ven Pongal is the South Indian version of plain dal khichdi which is offered to GOD or deity as naivedyam in homes and temples.
Read MoreAda hengu Khichdi or Ginger and Hing Khichdi is one of the delicious bhog item among 56 types Of Mahaprasad Item offered to Lord Jagannath.
Read MoreA delicious variation of khichdi recipe which is slightly spicy and includes mix vegetables.
Read MoreRICE RECIPE
As cereal grain, Rice is the most widely consumed staple food for a large part of the world's human population. It is the agricultural commodity with the third-highest worldwide production after sugarcane and maize. Rice may vary in genetics, grain length, color, thickness, stickiness, aroma, growing method, and other characteristics, leading to a vast variety. Rice is prepared in various ways and it can be served with various dishes which differ from culture to culture, from country to country.
A traditional, simple, spiced, sweet Odia Pulao recipe…A part of the Chhapan Bhog served to Lord Jagannath in the famous Puri Jagannath temple and a festive speciality.
Read MoreTomato rice is a simple, spicy, flavourful and delicious one pot South Indian recipe made with rice, tomatoes, herbs and spices.
Read MoreA healthy, light, mild South Indian rice recipe made with freshly grated coconut. It is super quick to make if you have some precooked rice, tempering spices & grated fresh coconut.
Read MoreA very flavorful, refreshing and fragrant South Indian style rice dish made with fresh pudina or mint leaves, rice and spices.
Read MoreCurry leaves rice / Karuveppilai sadam / Karibevu chitranna is an easy and tasty flavoured lunch box recipe made with bunch of curry leaves, spices, lentils and cooked rice.
Read MoreCurd rice or thayir sadam is a south Indian dish made with cooked rice, spices and curd. It is served plain or with pickle, podi or papad.
Read MoreCooking plain rice can be sometimes very tricky and daunting task especially for a beginner in cooking. Here is the recipe to make perfect white rice every time.
Read MoreBIRYANI RECIPE
Biryani, biriani, beryani or beriani is a set of rice-based foods made with spices, rice and meat, fish, eggs or vegetables. The name comes from the Persian word beryā(n) which means "fried" or "roasted". The cooking method of Biryani came from Iran. It was brought to the Indian subcontinent by Iranian travelers and merchants. In India, the recipe of biryani developed to different varieties in the muslim centers of Delhi, Lucknow, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Tamilnadu, Kerala & Karnataka.
Egg biryani is one of the easiest, delicious, flavourful one pot biryani recipe made with fragrant long grain basmati rice cooked in aromatic biryani spices and spicy fried boiled eggs.
Read MoreDAL RECIPE
Dal is a term used for dried, split pulses (legumes) (that is, lentils, peas, and beans). The term is also used for various soups prepared from these pulses. These pulses are among the most important staple foods in South Asian countries, and form an important part of the cuisines of the Indian subcontinent. Dal preparations are eaten with rice, roti, chapati, and naan. The manner in which it is cooked and presented varies from region to region.
Dalma is the most widely and frequently prepared recipe in every Odia household. With the combination of lentils and vegetables, dalma recipe is undoubtedly packed with proteins, vitamins and minerals making it a very healthy dish. I would say dalma is the king of all vegetarian recipes for Odias.
Read MoreSAMBAR is a flavorful and delicious South Indian recipe made with lentils and vegetables & is a fantastic accompaniment for soft and fluffy idlis, vadas and dosas. There are many varieties of sambar that are prepared using different vegetables and spices, and each one of it has a unique taste and flavor.
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Aloo Paratha is a North Indian stuffed flatbread made using whole wheat flour and a spicy potato filling. Serve it for breakfast, brunch, or any meal of the day along with achaar, curd or raita and loads of butter.
Read MoreA popular Maharashtrian flatbread recipe stuffed with a sweet lentil filling made from chana dal, jaggery and ghee, making it soft and melt in mouth from inside.
Read MorePesarattu are crispy crepes made from ground whole mung lentils batter. It is typically served with ginger or tamarind chutney. Green chilies, ginger and onions are used in variants.
Read MoreSNACKS
A snack is a small service of food and generally eaten between meals. Snacks come in a variety of forms including packaged snack foods and other processed foods, as well as items made from fresh ingredients at home. Traditionally, snacks are prepared from ingredients commonly available at home without a great deal of preparation. Often biscuits, chocolate, cold cuts, fruits, leftovers, nuts, popcorn, sandwiches, and sweets are used as snacks.
Onion Bajji is a great Indian tea-time snack, of onion roundels dipped in gram flour batter and deep fried- A great snack to have on a storm evening alongside a cup of steaming hot chai.
Read MoreA popular and most loved street food of western Odisha. These are crispy fritters made from par-boiled rice served in green leafy bowl with tomato chutneys and tamarind water.
Read MoreCrisp and crunchy fried fritters made mainly with onions, rice flour and gram flour and a popular street food snack variety from South India.
Read MoreMushroom / Kalan Masala is a popular street food snack in Coimbatore made with mushroom and spices and a great way to add some spice to a boring day.
Read MoreThe Samosa / Singada is one of most favorite street foods and one of the most luscious appetisers all over India. It is an ultra-popular deep fried snack recipe made with spiced potatoes and plain flour.
Read MoreAloo chop / bonda is a popular Indian snacks and a street food. These are served in almost all tiffin centers and resturants for evening time snacks.
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CHUDA KADALI CHAKATA: A sound amalgamation of solid starches, normal proteins and nutrients. It is basic and simple to make breakfast recipe.
Read MoreA simple and refreshing recipe of flattened rice / beaten rice with seasoned creamy yogurt.
Read MoreA special variety of rice pancake which is being offered to Lord Jagannath on the Chitalagi Amavasya day also known as Chitau Amavasya.
Read MoreAn western Indian breakfast or snacks recipe and a variation of the basic rava upma, made with flattened rice, vegetables and spices.
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A simple, light and refreshing yogurt-based drink blended with some fresh herbs and spices. The ideal drink to beat the summer heat and fight dehydration.
Read MoreA part of the antiquated exhibit of beverages that were created to heal the body while pleasuring the sense of taste, also at the same time reached the corridors of famous Lord Jagannath Temple: TANKA TORANI
Read MoreMaking tomato soup from scratch is surprisingly easy. It can be prepared in under an hour with just a few fresh ingredients, which makes it a perfect weeknight meal.
Read MoreVEGETARIAN
A traditional and authentic Odia recipe, where mixed desi vegetables are cooked in mustard paste. It is also one of the menus of Mahaprasad at Puri Shree Jagannath Temple.
Read MorePalak paneer is one of the most popular dishes in Indian restaurants. If you are in a mood to try something new, then do try this delicious restaurant style Palak Paneer recipe.
Read MoreA very famous Indo-Chinese dish, Chilli Paneer, is liked by everyone. Anyone starts drooling on hearing the name of Chilli Paneer. This dish is very easy to make and unlike the traditional Indian flavor of paneer, it can also be served as a snack or as a side dish.
Read MoreA typical delicious Odia recipe, made from the banana stem(Manja) and mustard paste (Rai).
Read MoreBeing a North Indian delicacy, Paneer bhurji or Paneer bhujia is a mishmash of onions, tomatoes, spices with scrambled Indian cottage cheese.
Read MorePoori Masala / Potato Masala for Puri is a popular South Indian restaurant style gravy and one of the easiest and flavorful side dish to make with Poori / Deep fried Indian flatbread.
Read MoreBHINDI ALOO MASALA ( NO ONION GARLIC) is a lightly spiced delicious curry made with Okra and Potato as a perfect suit for Indian Festivals.
Read MoreNON VEGETARIAN
Non Vegetarian is an Indian English word that is used to refer to a person who consumes meat as a major source of protein. In India, besides having their own unique culinary twist in each area and each community, non-vegetarian cuisine has been heavily influenced by the coastal, trading as well as immigrant cultures leading to various forms of non-vegetarian cuisine such as Mughlai, Hyderabadi, Awadhi, Kolhapuri, Malvani, Chettinad and Malabari.
Anda Dal Tadka is a rich, hot, spicy lentils preparation with scrambled eggs in it. It’s a very versatile recipe and it goes with pretty much anything, it can be served with like Jeera Rice, Plain Rice, and Roti etc.
Read MoreA typical and authentic Oriya fish dish where raw fish is cooked in mustard paste. It goes well with steamed rice.
Read MorePICKLE, CHUTNEYS & SAUCE
Mayonnaise is used all over the world as a condiment, a base for sauces and dressings, and as a dipping sauce. Mayonnaise come with different variations and flavours ranging from garlic, mustard and herbs.
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Summer is the season of Odisha's well known dish – Pakhala. This solid and scrumptious Pakhala, i.e., fermented rice, keeps you cool in summer as well as is extraordinary for your digestive system.
Read MoreKhichdi is India's most ancient & favorite one pot meal. It varies in taste and appearance as it moves from one region to other.
Read MoreMakar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious and multifaceted festival and represents multiculturalism in today's society where different states and cultures celebrate the new season of harvest in their own indigenous way.
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