Tamil Recipes

Tamil food considered to be the cradle of Dravidian culture with rich foods that are made from a variety of ingredients. The cuisine is indigenous to the Tamil Nadu region of India. Historical and ... More »
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Traditional Tamil-style Paal Kozhukattai

Learn how to make traditional Tamil style Paal kozhukattai is a healthy way. While most recipes use jaggery or raw sugar as a sweetener, this recipe uses agave which balances out the sweetness of the rich coconut milk. Watch the video and learn how to make... - 114.397

Tamil-style Ven Pongal

Ask any Tamilian what he would like to have for breakfast; Ven Pongal will be his answer. Indeed no true Tamilian can refuse a bowl of hot steaming pongal. This one-pot rice and lentil dish is a traditional breakfast meal. It’s hot, spicy, comforting and... - 81.3532

Tamil Curd Rice

Ask a South Indian what he would like to have on a hot and muggy day and the answer undoubtedly will be “Curd Rice.” This is a comfort food during the hot summer months when everyone craves for eat something cooling, light and nutritious. Serve it cold... - 81.7697

Delicious Lemony Rice

The video is in Tamil language. - 61.0772

Sakkarai Pongal Part 1 - Getting Ready

Want to try out some Indian delicacy, here is a traditional sweet dish popular in Southern India. Check out Kalyan getting ready to make Sakkari Pongal the traditional festive preparation of Tamil Nadu made during the harvest season. Watch the following video... - 89.7355

Sakkarai Pongal Part 2 - Heating The Fat

Once ready, it is time to get to cooking the dish. Check out Kalyan heating some vegetable fat on the stove to begin with the preparation. Watch the following video to know the following steps. - 96.5772

Sakkarai Pongal Part 3 - Roasting Rice And Lentils

Being ready to make the pongal it is time to prepare the other ingredients. Check out Kalyan roasting lentils and rice and grinding some spices to make the pongal. Watch the following video for the next steps. - 93.7272

Sakkarai Pongal Part 4 - Adding Water

With the ingredients ready to cook the pongal, it is time to begin cooking. Check out Kalyan cooking the lentils and rice in a stock pot with water. Check out the following video to know the following steps. - 92.3022

Sakkarai Pongal Part 6 - Seasoning

With the lentils and rice begun cooking it is time to get it seasoned. Check out chef Kalyan mixing ground spices with the rice and lentils boiling with sugar and jaggery . Watch the following video to know the finishing details. - 94.0272

Sakkarai Pongal Part 5 - Adding Flavor

With the lentils and rice boiling for a while it is time to check the doneness and proceed. Check out chef Kalyan adding sweetness using jaggery and sugar into the rice and lentil mixture. Watch the following video to know the finishing details. - 94.1772

Sakkarai Pongal Part 8 -finishing Suggestions

The pongal is ready in a typical vegan fashion eliminating the addition of milk unlike the conventional recipe. Check out Kalyan suggesting the inclusion of soy milk in the dish in place of the normal milk. - 90.7272

Sakkarai Pongal Part 7 - Finishing

With the lentils and rice cooking well with flavor is time to get it finished. Check out chef Kalyan garnishing the lentils and rice cooking with jaggery and sugar with roasted nuts. Watch the following video to know the finishing details. - 94.1772

Kovaikkai Badam Poriyal

Kovaikkai badam poriyal is a sauted preparation of kovaikkai or ivy gourd with spices and lentils. Flavored with asafoetida, curry leaves and mustard seeds, the kovaikkai badam poriyal can be served along with rice and daal. - 38.5802

Gobi Manchurian

The video is over two months old - recorded the day after I made 'vadas', gobi 65 and samosas (yet to be published). - 20.1971

Malabar Prawn Curry

My friend, who is a professional chef at Oberoi Hotel, gave me this Malabar Prawn Curry recipe. Malabar Prawn Curry is a delicious Indian seafood curry .It is very popular dish in Goa. It is included as a main dish in South Indian lunch and dinner menu .... - 49.5184

Mysore Pak

Are you looking for simple way to make Mysore Pak? This recipe is perfect for you. This recipe is especially suitable for kids. Mysore Pak is a delicious Indian sweet. It is a very popular sweet in Karnataka and usually served as dessert. It is made of... - 40.9224

Classic Lemon Rice

The aromatic lemon rice can be an ideal meal for your lunch or dinner. All of you, who have tasted this rice preparation, must be knowing, how fabulous it is. You can easily recreate the similar lemon rice with the perfect guidance of chef Sanjay. Go through... - 148.853

Chettynad Pepper Chicken

All of you, who love your chicken cooked to be hot and spicy, here is one great alternative. This hot and spicy chicken preparation comes from Chettinad, a place of South India. Watch the video to learn the step-by-step cooking procedure. You can control the... - 137.81

Tangy Rasam

If you have never tasted the Indian rasam, then you are definitely missing something. It is so tangy and so tasty that you will remember this forever. Watch this video to learn the easy technique of preparation. If you don't enjoy the tart taste, you may add... - 143.403

Chitranna

Chitranna is delicious South Indian style lemon rice, a dish that you can prepare in a jiffy especially after a busy day at work. It is a great way to use leftover rice. The video shows you the classic tempering for this tangy and spicy rice dish. Serve... - 87.6469

Traditional Purnam Burelu

If you are looking for a traditional Indian dessert recipe, then here is a nice option. Purnam burelu is a popular sweet treat in Southern part of India, which is served mostly as a sacred offering to God. This particular dessert brings a flavor of authentic... - 145.935

Indian Coconut Rice

Are you having a hard time to cook nice and fluffy coconut rice? In that case, this recipe will help you a lot. After watching the video, you will become completely skilled in preparing the coconut rice in its most authentic Indian flavor. Serve this... - 153.298

Adai Dosa

South Indians on a low-carb diet need not give up their favorite dosa. You can substitute with this protein and iron rich Adai dosa recipe. This crispy crepe made with a combination of lentils and brown rice is a popular breakfast and snack dish in Tamil Nadu... - 137.461

Phudina Thogayal

Mint leaves have a pleasant warm, fresh, aromatic, sweet flavor with a pungent aftertaste. This thick mint chutney is a commonly prepared in all Tamil homes during the summer. They say it is good for stomach aches and chest pains! Reap the wonderful health... - 144.918

Mughlai Chicken

Are you looking for simple way to make Mughlai Chicken? This recipe is perfect for you. This is a traditional recipe from Mughlai Cuisine. Mughlai Chicken is the most delicious non-vegetarian Indian dish . It is included as a main dish in Indian lunch and... - 51.8133

Pork Cutlet

My friends love this Pork Cutlet Recipe. Pork Cutlet is a crispy non-vegetarian snack. It is generally eaten during breakfast or evening snack time. Pork Cutlet goes well with mirchi ka salan, but it can also be eaten with tomato sause. It is a good option... - 38.187

Prawns Curry

My friends love this Prawns Curry Recipe. I try this Prawns Curry recipe whenever friends visit my home. Prawns Curry is a very delicious Indian curry. It is generally eaten during Christmas. It is included as a main dish in Indian lunch and dinner menu.... - 39.5709

Mochai Kottai Kaara Kulambu

This Field bean curry is one of my favourite curries. Healthy and flavourish dish loved by all. Try and enjoy! - 52.9799

Prawn Fried Rice

Are you looking for simple way to make Prawn Fried Rice? This Prawn Fried Rice recipe is perfect for you. Prawn Fried Rice is a delicious seafood dish. It is included as a main dish in Indian lunch and dinner menu. It goes well with any Indian Curry. You... - 47.1195

Classic Poran Poli

Want to try an exceptional dessert preparation from India? Watch this video to learn the cooking procedure for most authentic Indian puran poli, a delicious dessert preparation. It is quite easy and quick and your kids are going to love this. - 150.589

South Indian Curd Rice

Yummy, creamy curd rice - hasn't your mouth already started watering? This exotic rice preparation is a traditional dish from Southern part of India. It is very easy as well as very tasty. The most interesting thing about this recipe is that it takes only 5... - 153.98

Crispy Tindora

If you are the one who turn yourself away from tindora, then this is sure to make a top entry in your favorite recipe list. As shown, tindora fry with royal touch of crispy nuts is going to increase your appetite. The dish is very popular dish with added... - 142.683

Hyderabadi Egg Biryani

If you want to recreate the exotic flavor and taste of Indian biryani in your kitchen, then this video is a must watch. Famous chef Sanjay prepares the delicate Egg biryani in such an easy process, that you would also be able to prepare the same. Perhaps you... - 162.952

Classic Vegetable And Paneer Biryani

Why should the vegetarians be deprived of Biryani, the classic Indian rice dish? Watch chef Sanjay prepare the vegetarian version of the traditional festive dish. It is so rich, flavorful and aromatic, even the most hardcore non-vegetarians will want to eat... - 152.757

South Indian Masala Vada

How many of you crave for a spicy and crunchy snacks, particularly when it is raining or snowing outside? These lentil fritters are ultimate snacking items to enjoy these special moments with a fuming cup of coffee. Watch the video to learn the easy procedure... - 155.092

Tangy Mango Rice

If you love the sour and tangy taste of raw mango, then this rice preparation is ideal for you. It is going to be a nice break from your regular menu. Mango rice is hot favorite in Southern part of India. To reduce the sour taste of mango, you might sprinkle... - 152.252

Shahi Biryani

Are you looking for simple way to make Shahi Biryani? This recipe is perfect for you. This is a classic recipe. Shahi Biryani is a very popular Indian dish. It is a delicious main dish from Mughlai Cuisine. Shahi Biryani goes well with chicken korma, but it... - 55.718

Indian Eggplant Tomato Curry

This Indian eggplant tomato curry is an authentic eggplant preparation, which you should try to bring a variation in your regular menu. Eggplant is a versatile vegetable which can be used in various ways. The gravy is extremely delicious and can be served on... - 156.132

Spicy Shrimp Biryani

If you are a die hard fan of seafood, then you should not miss this special Indian cuisine. It is a variation of delicious Biryani recipe, where meat is substituted with shrimps. In this video, chef Sanjay takes special care to demonstrate the cooking... - 157.223

Sevai

This one gets done practically before you can say tomato salad. Roasted split chick peas are also known as puthana in Marathi, puttu kadalai in Tamil or dalia in Hindi. Dry grind the roasted split chick peas along with the green chillie coarsely. Mix this and... - 25.7262

Tomatoes With Roasted Split Chick Peas

This one gets done practically before you can say tomato salad. Roasted split chick peas are also known as puthana in Marathi, puttu kadalai in Tamil or dalia in Hindi. Dry grind the roasted split chick peas along with the green chillie coarsely. Mix this... - 26.2122

Chettinad Spinach Curry

Tasty and healthy spinach curry with garlic. - 47.7285

Grilled Prawns

Prawn is delicious dish from tamil nadu. Speicially great for chrismas holidya kids. - 33.0203

Thoodhuvalai Thuvaiyal

Thuviyal or Thogayal is the Tamil word for ‘chutney’ or spread. It ranges from any combination of greens, or vegetables or totally herbal. The below recipe is of a herb which is called Solanum trilobatum, a common plant in South India known for its... - 45.4203

Appam-south Indian Delight!

The Paniyaram/appam is made by steaming batter — traditionally made from pulses (specifically black lentils) and rice using a cast iron mold (Aebelskiver of India) . These can be made sweet or savoury but no matter which way they are so... - 47.9665

Carrot Curry

very quick and easy to make carrot curry - 38.2722

Mango Pachadi

Mango Pachadi is sweet, hot, has mango's light sour taste. Easy to make and irresistable to stop relishing..! Enjoy! - 38.4274

Green Spinach Saute Fry Or Thandu Keerai Poriyal

Green spinach saute fry or thandu keerai poriyal in tamil is a south indian dish. This is very healthy and very easy to make.. - 40.2349

Onam Special - Pesarattu

Pesarattu is like a dosa, but not a dosa!! It can be eaten both as a snack and at breakfast. Pesarattu is a crepe-like bread made with green grams, typically eaten with various chutneys, which south India has to offer. Pesarattu is not just a keralite delight... - 43.5259

Chettinad Kozhi Varuval - Chettinad Chicken Fry

An spicy chicken stir-fry with recipe from the land of Chettinad! - 51.4044

Paruppu Usili

This is a very famous south indian side dish. All vegans luv this dish for its taste & nutritional value..In Tamil "paruppu" means "dal/lentils" and "usili" means "Broken Crumbles". Hence named it as 'lentil crumbled veggie curry'.This can also be prepared... - 46.5264

Homemade Rice Sevai (rice Noodles)

A popular south indian rice noodle made using an extruder in a traditional way. Sevai is often flavoured with Lemon, Tamarind, Tomato, Coconut, etc. and tastes best when served warm. Popular accompaniments for plain sevai are sweetened coconut milk,... - 34.7636

Drumstick Leaves Fry (muringa Ila Thoran)

This is a healthy dish made out of drumstick leaves. Moringa oleifera, commonly referred to simply as Moringa, is the most widely cultivated variety of the genus Moringa. The leaves are highly nutritious, being a significant source of beta-carotene, Vitamin... - 44.712

Ariselu

The given time is just approximate since it needs to be soaked earlier that time is not counted.Also the serving depends on the size its done. - 39.6729

Puran Poli

Make a dough of All Purpose Flour/ Maida with water & oil. The dough should be supple & the batter should not stick to your palms. Cover & keep aside for 1 hour. Pressure Cook Channa Dal with water at least 3 inches above the level of Dal, until 4 whistles... - 34.6914

Mango Curry

Mangoes in a curry? Yes, that's what I bring for you in this delicious mango curry. A yummy dish that you could serve with any of the Indian breads or even rice. Try it!! I am sure you would fall in love with the flavors that go to make this truly... - 46.0015

Chettinad Muttai Kuzhambu (chettinad Egg Curry)

Different types of egg curry is made in chettinad. Mostly if it is for lunch poondu vengaya kuzhambu is made and egg is added in the end. In this curry egg will get the hot and sour taste of the gravy. - 49.3802

Yam & Potato Roast (senai/suran Roast)

Yam Roast is a spicy, crispy dish. Yam is called Senai kizhangu in tamil and suran in hindi. Its very healthy and tasty dish. Enjoy!!! - 44.1831

Tamarind Rice (easy)

Heat oil in a pan or kadhai. Add urad dal,chana dal and cook it till it turns light brown. Now add asafoetida ,mustard seeds,cumin seeds and let it crackle. Add curry leaves ,red chilies,split green chilies and saute it for a minute. Add groundnuts and cook... - 42.7232

Lamb Korma

Lamb Korma, a classic Indian Non-vegetarian Dish is tender pieces of lamb cooked in thick tomato gravy. The flavor of this dish is further enhanced by using Mint and Cilantro and squeezing a dash of lime just before serving. Lamb Korma is a great... - 48.9205

Dussehra And Diwali Ki Puran Poli - Sweet Stuffed Paratha

Puran Poli is a traditional and classical type of sweet flatbread made on as a sweet or dessert during auspicious occasions and festivals in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Goa, Andra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. There are many variations to the stuffing for... - 49.6573

Chicken 65

This is my Mom's recipe for Chicken 65 and is slightly indianized since she does not use Ajinomoto. Its truly delicious and serves as a great appetizer, also it makes a wonderful pairing with hard drinks like scotch or vodka. - 47.0202

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