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Cucumber Fruit known as "vellari palam" in Tamil is available abundantly during summer. This fruit is very nutritious and has many...

Wondering if one can make tuvaiyal from ridge gourd skin. My grandmother used to make this tuvaiyal/thogayal. Not only it is tasty but it is...

Avocado is known as "Butter Fruit" in India. Avocados are extremely delicious, versatile and nutritious. You can make variety of d...

Those who are following Padhuskitchen regularly will be knowing very well about Quinoa (pronounced as "KEEN-wah"). Quinoa is glute...

Kothavarangai Kulambu (puli kulambu) is a spicy, hot and delicious South Indian Kulambu made with cluster beans. We also call it kothavarang...

Sesame seeds are a good source of calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, Vitamin B1,Vitamin E, zinc and dietary fiber. Since it has vitamin E...

Egg Bhurji sandwich is easy to make, delicious and is perfect for breakfast, light lunch or as a snack. Egg bhurji is not only a great side ...

Papaya as we all know, is loaded with health benefits. Raw/green papaya is even more beneficial. It contains papain, a powerful enzyme that ...

Chopping board/cutting board is used on a regular basis in our kitchens. It is necessary to keep the board clean and free of germs. Find som...

 I have posted many sambar recipes for both tiffin and rice, this idli sambar is another addition to it. This delicious hotel sambar goes we...