IruPuli Kuzhambu

A recipe which I learnt from a neighbor some years back which she often use to do. I remember tasting it during my childhood days when my grandma used to make but never had a chance to get her version. As it tasted similar to my grandmom's version, I ensured I save this to my diary. Many of the authentic recipes I learnt from my neighbor aunty who is a skilled cook.Her Pongal Kuzhambu and Poricha Kuzhambu are my favourites.

This Irupuli Kuzhambu is made in different ways, a combination of two sour agents among Tamarind, Sour Curd and Mango. Any two will be combined to make this, as it has two souring agents it got this name. The Methi Seeds gives a unique aroma to this Kuzhambu. Its paired with Kali Kindina Dosa which is another favourite dish of mine, which also I happened to revive after going through the post of the cooking legend Chithra Viswanathan amma (Chitvish).

Goes well with Hot Rice and Spicy Potato Curry too :) 

Pachaipayaru Kuzhambu / Green Gram Gravy

Grandmom's recipes are anytime relish items for me..Really after a long gap did this delicious gravy with whole green gram. Its loaded with nutrients and a comfort food for all age groups. Yet another treasured recipe from my grandma. Goes well with hot rice and some spicy tuber roast. With the garlic and the cumin it gives a great flavour. I made Khatta Meetha Mango as accompaniment which is an extremely great combo.

Love to hear your feed backs :) 

Mochai Thengaipaal Kuzhambu / Field Beans Coconut Milk Gravy

Mochai or Field Beans is one of the tasty legumes and it has loaded nutritional benefits which many of us are not aware. It has a unique flavour and add a great taste to any recipe cooked with that. It is rich in soluble fibre and hence very good for diabetic persons. It is also a rich source of Iron and aids in healthy hair growth. It is also a store house of important minerals like manganese,calcium and magnesium which is essential for good bone development. Being a rich source of potassium it aids in digestion as well.

Even though we can make a lot of recipes with this tasty legume, this flavorful gravy is my favorite as it has the unique blend of coconut milk and spices. I never miss doing this recipe during the season of Field Beans every year.

Green Peppercorn Spring Onion Kuzhambu

Green Peppercorns are the unripe berries of the tropical vine Pepper (Black Pepper which is the processed form of ripe berries). Green Pepper has an exotic pungent taste and flavor, besides which it offers a lot of health benefits. They aid in better digestion by increasing the level of HCL in our stomach. They help to destroy the bacterial growth in the intestinal tract. Also they have abundance of Iron, Vitamin K and above all it is a rich source of antioxidants. It also has active components that will burn out fat cells and thus aids in weight loss. It shows anti cancerous properties too.

We have the lushy Pepper Vines in our garden at my native and we get Pepper for the entire year from the four to five vines that we have. Got a chance to get some fresh green pepper corns when I visited my place two days back for Pongal Celebrations. Thought of trying this Kuzhambu which was long pending in my list. I made a twist by adding Spring Onions which really enhanced the taste and flavor. A must try recipe I would say. :)

Mixed Veggies Kuruma Kuzhambu

This is one recipe which is my Mom's signature recipe I would say and for the flavor and aroma that will appetize everyone at home whenever she makes this...The best part is we get the nutritive value of all the veggies in a more tastier way..Goes well with hot rice and even Idly, Dosa, Chapathi and Pooris. And its the best recipe to make when you have one or two of all veggies where we always end up in Avial,Kootu or even Kadhamba Sambar.

Thanks to Mom for such a great recipe which is most liked by all at home..

Try it and you will sure enjoy it :) I personally love this as side dish for creamy curd rice :)

Ellu Kuzhambu / Sesame Gravy

Sesame seeds..a wonder seed with innumerable health benefits. Its known to be a low glyceimic food and it reduces the bad cholesterol ie., LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein)and at the same time adds HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) in our body. Not only that it adds unique flavor to any recipe when added. Here's an interesting recipe to go well with hot rice or a great accompaniment for curd rice, Ellu Kuzhambu/ Sesame Gravy. This recipe I learnt from my neighbor some years back and I love the taste and flavor of this gravy.