Lemon Rice ( Nimmakaya pulihara) :

Lemon rice, Light and fresh lemon-flavored and beautifully colored rice which is quick to prepare yet tummy satisfying recipe. A pinch of Turmeric gives the vibrant color to lemon rice. This is usually made on a festive day , the simple flavors brighten up the day. Ingredients: cooked white rice: 1 cup turmeric powder :…

Kobbari annam (Coconut milk rice) :

In South India particularly, coconut is largely used in multiple culinary in the kitchen. From chutneys, to creating lip-smacking dosa, idli, curries and a lot more. Coconut milk, An ingredient which is loved for its creaminess and typical flavor has many spectacular dishes to its credit. Coconut milk rice has a subtle and mildly sweet flavor….

Karvepaku Pulusu ( curry leaves stew):

Curry leaves , The aromatic leaves used in our daily culinary. It’s widely used in India. They have a very strong aroma and different flavor, which enhances the taste of any recipe. Curry leaves are mostly used as seasoning ingredient for many curries and rasam, sambhar chutney etc. Apart from this, curry leaves are packed…

Bellam Gummadikaya kura (pumpkin and Jaggery curry):

The earthiness of pumpkin teamed with jaggery makes it divine, this recipe just proves it. Bellam gummadikaya kura is a simple yet a tummy satisfying food πŸ˜‰. People who have sweet tooth like me must try this recipe. So let’s get started: Tips for perfect pumpkin jaggery curry: Pumpkin should be cooked 3/4th before adding…

Allam chutney (Ginger chutney):

Allam chutney ( Ginger chutney) is made with fresh ginger and few more ingredients. Pesarattu( green moong dal dosa) and ginger chutney is the famous combination from Andhra cuisine. This recipe is a beautiful blend of different flavors. This chutney can also be paired with idli, dosa, Uthappam.  Ingredients 1 1/2″ to 2″ ginger root,…

Andhra Chicken curry:

I am one of those people who feel chicken curry with rice is the best comfort food. I just go crazy listening the word chicken πŸ˜‹πŸ˜‹. Listing the chicken delicacies, there is no end to it, Starting from Andhra chicken curry to butter chicken to tandoori chicken and a lot lot more. Succulent chunks of…

Cabbage batani kura (cabbage yellow peas stir fry):

Cabbage, a humble vegetable which helps experimenting to any extent. I have seen it been cooked with dal, chicken , beans and peas, and also a simple stir fry. The process of cooking differs but not the taste of cabbage. From cabbage coleslaw to kimchi, cabbage can be appropriated to create a perfect food that…

Kobbari Nuvvulu boorelu ( Sesame and coconut sweet balls):

Boorelu is one such recipe which every Andhrite can relate to. It might be a festival or a function or even a happy occasion, without boorelu its just incomplete. Its a small ball with lots a happiness and yumminess. Boorelu is a sweet dish which definitely is an art to master. The filling is made…

Sambhar with lemon ( Lentil vegetable stew):

Sambhar is a simple lentil based vegetable stew which is tangy. It is an authentic Andhra dish which is served with rice, and can also be paired with idli , dosa ,vada, pongal. It is usually made with lentils, vegetables, tamarind and few more spices. Every home has its own version of making sambhar, as…

Fish pulusu: (Fish curry)

Fish curry made with tamarind extract is popularly known as chapala pulusu(fish pulusu).In Andhra Pradesh, Godavari districts are known for their non vegetarian delicacies. I stole this fish pulusu procedure from my atha(aunt) whose recipes are my family favorites. This fish pulusu is easy to make but it needs to have balance of flavors. So…