Bisibelebath (Rice, Lentils & Vegetables Stew)

Bisibelebath (Rice, Lentils & Vegetables Stew)

Another perennial favorite of South Indians, Bisibelebath (prounounced as busy-bay-lay-baath) can be best described as a stew of vegetables, lentils and rice cooked in a broth made…

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Khichdi

Khichdi

When I’ve had a busy day and have no answers for “what’s for dinner?” I reach for lentils and rice. Khichdi—the ideal marriage of Split…

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Khara Pongal

Khara Pongal

The South Indian equivalent of Khichdi, Khara Pongal is a humble, flavorful dish. It doesn’t look dashing like Vegetable Pulav. But, it is one of the most…

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Poha (Flattened Rice)

Poha (Flattened Rice)

Poha is a dish made from Flattened or Beaten Rice, potatoes, peanuts, coconut and very mild spices. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or tea, Poha is…

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Chitranna (Lemon Rice)

Chitranna (Lemon Rice)

Chitranna or Lemon Rice with a dash of homemade yogurt or curds invokes nostalgia in most South Indians. Easy to prepare, mild flavored Chitranna is…

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Vegetable Pulav

Vegetable Pulav

Cooking a delicious meal is half the battle. Getting your family to eat said delicious meal is the rest. Pulav, fortunately, eliminates both parts of…

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