A FOOD AND LIFESTYLE BLOG
Cauliflower is one of several vegetables in the family Brassicaceae . It is an annual plant that reproduces by seed. Typically, only the head is eaten – the edible white flesh sometimes called “curd” . The Brassicaceae also includes broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, collard greens and kale and are collectively called cole crops ( aka cool season crops )
“Kootu” is the traditional South Indian thick stew made with an amalgamation of varied vegetables in a spicy savory aromatic base made of lentils, coconut and black pepper. This Kootu/South Indian Stew is made with Cauliflowers, hence the name Cauliflower Kootu.
The root vegetable Radish is juicy and rich in fiber content. It comes in different shapes and colors.It can be sweet or pungent. Radish is an edible root crop which can be juicy, pungent or sweet in taste. Can come in different colors like red, white, purple or black. Can […]
Strawberry Glazed Mini Doughnuts The summer sale was on and I found these cute mini doughnut baking tray there, since then I had been wanting to try making mini doughnuts, not that I have ever made the regular ones before. Each time I watched someone grab a cup of coffee […]
Chettinad Cauliflower Masala Dosa : A thin and crispy Indian pancake prepared with fermented dosa/Idli batter which is topped with cauliflower stuffing/ bhaji and tucked in. It is usually served as a morning breakfast item in South India.
Kurma : A simple, creamy vegetable stew of India which is mildly spiced and prepared using coconut milk as a base is called a Kurma/Korma.This recipe of Cauliflower and green peas Kurma is a great vegetarian accompaniment to any Indian flat breads or piping hot rice.