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Bhagar – Learn how to prepare this traditional Maharashtrian Samo Rice Khichadi. I normally prefer to prepare Bhagar at any time of the year but traditionally we prepare it always during the days when we fast. Vari Tandul /Kodri/ Moriyo/ Samo Rice/ Indian Banyard Millet grows …
Learn how to prepare Upwas Idli for upwas related breakfast or snacks. Vari Tandul /Kodri/ Moriyo/ Samo Rice/ Indian Banyard Millet grows among rice paddy and is a grass wild seed. Just like rice it requires damp climate to grow and has a unique flavor …
Learn how to prepare Upwas Dhokla for upwas related breakfast or snacks. Vari Tandul /Kodri/ Moriyo/ Samo Rice/ Indian Banyard Millet grows among rice paddy and is a grass wild seed. Just like rice it requires damp climate to grow and has a unique flavor …
Rajgira Dosa – Learn how to prepare Rajgira Dosa for both regular and upwas related breakfast or snacks. Rajgira or Amarnath seeds are rich in protein content and easily available in Indian markets. Traditionally we prepare ladoo, chikki, kheer and dosa using this. My favorite …
Ratalyacha Kees – Learn how to make this simple yet healthy and filling Upwas Recipe. Ratala i.e. रताळ in Marathi, रतालु in Gujarati and Sweet Potato in English is a root vegetable frequently used in Maharashtrian cuisine. Traditionally we prepare both sweet and savory dishes …
Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney is a traditional Maharashtrian dish which is prepared regularly in our home. The first time I tasted this Chutney I was in love with it. It was prepared by my mother. The Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney while preparing sometimes gives a …
Green Tomato Chutney is a side dish prepared regularly in our home. Normally I prepare the Green Tomato chutney in winters and monsoon season. The green tomatoes are unripe, bit sour and firm in nature. Guess the cold climate makes it hard for the tomatoes to …
Nivagrya – A spicy accompaniment to the sweet Ukadiche Modak During Ganpati Festival, we always prepare the traditional Maharahstrian dish from Konkan region – Ukadiche Modak. Invariably, whenever we prepare Modaks, some extra Ukad always remains. To utilize this leftover, traditionally we prepare Nivagrya. My …
Banana Coconut Halwa is a traditional Maharashtrian dish cooked mainly whenever there is any pooja in our house. It’s an easy to cook dessert ready within 30 min. Whenever we have a pooja in house, there are lots of coconuts and bananas which are offered …
Aliv Ladoo is a traditional Maharashtrian dish cooked mainly in winters. It is best suited for new lactating mothers, growing kids , working professionals who want to snack on healthy food and folks who lack vitamins. They are gluten free too so those with Gluten …