Cakes & Curries

Welcome to Cakes & Curries. I’m thrilled you’re here—because I have so much I want to share with you. I am passionate about cooking and baking. All my recipes are quite simple and easy to follow.Explore my site, and all that I have to offer; perhaps Cakes & Curries will ignite your own passions too.

Mambazha Pulissery ..Mango Curry

Mango is the most celebrated fruit in the country. People love both raw mango and ripe mango. Ripened Mango is eaten as is or used in...

Preeti Shridhar

Jun 23, 20232 min read

Puliodharai Podi

Nothing can beat the aroma of freshly ground spices. These enhance the taste level of any dish by a few notches. Secondly, you are aware...

Preeti Shridhar

May 4, 20222 min read

Ragi Dates Ladoo

Ragi or Finger Millet is gluten-free and rich in protein. It contains more potassium and calcium than any other variety of millets as...

Preeti Shridhar

Aug 22, 20211 min read

Thayir Sadam...Curd Rice

Thayir Sadam or curd rice is the last item served in South Indian meals. It's simply mashed rice mixed with curd or buttermilk and...

Preeti Shridhar

Aug 21, 20212 min read

Mango Thokku

Mango Thokku is a pickle made from raw grated mangoes. This is very popular in the Southern States of India. This lip smacking fiery...

Preeti Shridhar

Jun 10, 20212 min read

Adai

Adai , is a pancake made with rice and a combination of lentils. It's slightly thicker than dosa. Many families like to keep the batter...

Preeti Shridhar

Jun 5, 20211 min read

Raw Banana Roast

Who doesn't like something crisp with rice. Be it dal rice or Sambhar rice or khichadi. But when you think crisp its generally deep...

Preeti Shridhar

May 15, 20211 min read

Ash Gourd Kootu

Kootu is a lentil and vegetable gravy made in South Indian homes. Lentils used are generally Tur Dal or Moong Dal, although my sister in...

Preeti Shridhar

May 11, 20212 min read

Rava Idli

Looking for a quick and easy breakfast option? Try out these Rawa Idli. These can also be packed in kids' tiffin box. To avoid morning...

Preeti Shridhar

Apr 17, 20212 min read

Avial

Avial is one of the most popular dish from South India. It is said to have originated in Kerala. It is made either in semi solid form or...

Preeti Shridhar

Oct 3, 20201 min read

Lauki Peels ki chutney

These days I am on a spree of trying out new chutneys. I managed to get organic Lauki so tried it's peels chutney. Served it with dosa...

Preeti Shridhar

Sep 27, 20201 min read

Sponge Gourd Peels Chutney

Another gem from Tam Bram Cuisine. It's a flavouful chutney or Thogayal. Pairs well with idli , dosa . I like it with hot rice and a...

Preeti Shridhar

Sep 2, 20201 min read

Puliyodharai

When you don't want to make fried rice or masala Bhat with left over rice ,please try this crowd pleaser. Puliogare aka tamarind rice. If...

Preeti Shridhar

Aug 27, 20201 min read

Lemon Rice

Another gem from South Indian Cuisine. Perfect travel companion. It's great for tiffin too. Also a great make over for left over rice....

Preeti Shridhar

Jun 21, 20201 min read

Onion Chutney

This chutney pairs well with dosa / idli/ uttapam. You can make it fiery by adding more red chili, I have made it very mild as I cannot...

Preeti Shridhar

Jun 11, 20201 min read

Beetroot Raita

With the temperatures soaring ,yogurt in any form is welcome at meal times. This pink beauty is a great accompaniment with any Indian...

Preeti Shridhar

Jun 9, 20201 min read

Ven Pongal

Ven Pongal or Khara Bhaat is a great breakfast option. Somehow we enjoy it at dinner . It's pretty light on the stomach and can be...

Preeti Shridhar

Jun 3, 20201 min read

Upma

The famous South Indian breakfast. It's quick to make, light on the stomach and relished by all. There are various recipes for making...

Preeti Shridhar

May 14, 20202 min read

Ragi Idli

I always end up buying a lot of ragi flour. I am really fascinated with ragi. I have been using ragi flour for cookies and rotis...

Preeti Shridhar

May 4, 20202 min read

Microwave Tomato Thokku

Tomato Thokku, is a perfect accompaniment for dosa and idli. In the current scenario, when most families don't have domestic help, this...

Preeti Shridhar

May 2, 20201 min read

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