Maravalli kilangu is the Tamil name for tapioca (cassava root), a common South Indian root vegetable. It is a starchy vegetable widely grown in tropical regions. It looks like a long, thick root with brown rough skin and a white or slightly yellow flesh. Maravalli kilangu has a mild, slightly…
Vathal or vadaam is a sun-dried vegetables or berries used in a South Indian cooking, especially in Tamil Nadu cuisine. The vegetables are preserved by soaking in salted buttermilk or boiled along with salt and then dried under the sun until completely dehydrated. It is especially popular during monsoon season…
Seppankizhangu or taro root/colocasia is one of the commonly used starchy root vegetable in South Indian cooking. It is rich in fibre, and is mostly cultivated in the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is similar to yam and, also might give itchiness when touched raw. Seppankizhangu is…
Mor milagai, also known as sun-dried curd chillies is a traditional South Indian condiment. It is usually served with rice. Especially, with curd rice, paruppu sadam, keerai sadam. Traditionally, it is consumed along with pazhaya soru. Tanjore, a city in Tamilnadu is famous for mor milagai. Traditionally, mor milagai is…
Vathal or vadam is a South Indian delicacy, that is usually made in every South Indian home, during the month of April or May, and will be stored for years. It needs sunlight, for it to dry completely. Since, April and May are the summer seasons in South India, these…
Kothavarangai or cluster beans is a native crop of India. It is a summer crop, and is widely grown in the dry regions of India. It has several health benefits and is rich in vitamin C, iron and calcium. Cluster beans can be used to make various dishes like curries,…
Vathal or vadam is a South Indian delicacy, that is usually made in every South Indian home, during the month of April or May, and will be stored for an whole year. It needs sunlight, for it to dry completely. Since, April and May are the summer seasons in South…
