Kootu is a lentil and vegetable stew that is quintessential to a south Indian cuisines. The word “kootu” literally means “add” i.e. usually vegetable added with lentils with a coconut masala that makes the dish semi-solid in consistency and a perfect side for rice and dosas. It is a complete meal in itself because of the […]| A Moms Cookbook
Pitlai is a Veggie and lentil stew that is flavored with the aromatic coconut gravy and tempered with coconut oil. This can be meal in itself. Pitlai ( I believe) Tamilnadu/Palakad delicacy. Filled with flavors of coconut, veggies and some kind of lentil its a hearty dish. The most popular, widely made and relished pitlai is […]| A Moms Cookbook
Ennai kathirikai is a very popular dish in Tamilnadu. It is prepared in different ways in different regions but the the basics are the same. It’s a melt in your mouth baby brinjals stuffed with the freshly ground masala and cooked in tangy tamarind gravy. It pairs well with plain rice or also paired with […]| A Moms Cookbook
Mor Kootu is a buttermilk based kootu variety that can be made with ash gourd. It makes a perfect side to many south Indian dishes.| A Moms Cookbook
Vegetable Kurma is a mixed vegetable dish that is flavored with garlicky coconut gravy.| A Moms Cookbook
Poricha Kootu is a traditional dish made with mixed vegetables, toor dal, coconut paste and Kootu podi.| A Moms Cookbook
Amritsari Chole Masala is an authentic style dark chole curry that is usually paired with Indian breads. It's a hearty, vegan, gluten free one pot meal.| A Moms Cookbook
