In Mysuru, we do get Jackfruit and it is enjoyed as is and was not aware of the various dishes that can be prepared out of this fruit. When I heard about this dish, I wanted to taste it and … [Read more...]
Aati Ganji – Udupi style Dwadashi Ganji – Rice Gruel
Today is Prathama Ekadashi and tomorrow being Dwadashi, it is a practice in many households to break the Ekadashi fast by consuming Ganji (rice gruel). In Mysuru region, the Ganji is prepared a … [Read more...]
Kotte Kadabu Recipe – Gunda Recipe – Idli steamed in Jackfruit Leaves – Halasina Kotte Kadabu
When Idli or Dosa batter is in the refrigerator there is absolutely no worry over fixing a breakfast. This is the mantra in all South Indian households. To break the boredom of this … [Read more...]
Adangai Uppinkai – Mango Pickle Udupi Style
There is no end to the number of dishes that you can make with Mangoes. Preservation of Mangoes include dehydrating, and making pickles, jams, chutneys, and sauces. Adangai Uppinkai is a pickle … [Read more...]
Hurali Pudi – Hurali Chutney Powder Recipe – Horse Gram Chutney Powder Recipe
Hurali Pudi is spicy powder prepared using Horse Gram. Time required: 10 Minutes Cuisine: Karnataka Ingredients: 1 Cup Hurali / Horse Gram 10 - 12 Red Chilies 1 Bengal Gram size Hing / … [Read more...]
Gulla Sagle
Gulla Sagle is a dish prepared using Matti Gulla, a variety of brinjal grown in Udupi region. Cuisine: Konkani Time Required: 40 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Drumsticks cut into 2 inch pieces 1 … [Read more...]
Dasara Dose – Cucumber Dosa Recipe – Mullusauthekayi Dosa Recipe – Udupi Recipe
There is an excellent vegetable shop next to the Hanuman temple in Saligrama, Dakshni Kannada. As I was browsing, I saw giant Cucumbers and casually asked the vendor, whether he knew the … [Read more...]
Phodi – Grilled Spicy Eggplant – Grilled Spicy Brinjal Recipe
Last weekend I was in Mangalore and enjoyed Podi with my friends. Podi is a crispy and tasty snack, which is very popular in this coastal region. Time Required: 30 Minutes + Soaking … [Read more...]
Hannina Kayi Sasve
Fruits mixed in coconut and chilies sauce. This is a traditional Udupi dessert served just before the meal on the plantain leaf ends. Cuisine: Udupi, Karnataka Time Required: 20 … [Read more...]
Ganji – Red Rice Gruel
A simple and nutritious meal prepared using Steamed Red Rice (Unpolished Rice). Ganji is the staple diet of people from Coastal Karnataka and Kerala in India. Time Required: 30 … [Read more...]
Pathrode
Colocasia leaves also known as Taro leaves are rolled with spices and steamed. A delicacy from the kitchens of South Canara, Karnataka. Time Required: 45 Minutes + Soaking … [Read more...]
Jeegujje palya – Breadfruit Stir fry – Breadfruit Subzi – Breadfruit Recipe
Jeegujje is known as Bread fruit and is widely cultivated and consumed in Karnataka coastal regions. This stir-fry is prepared using this unusual vegetable. Time Required: 25 … [Read more...]
Vaththu Shavige – Idiyappam Recipe – Rice Vermicelli – Nool Puttu Recipe – String Hoppers Recipe
This is also known as Idiyappam in Tamil and Malayalam. It is known as Vaththu Shavige or Akki Shavige in Kannada and is prepared on Bheemana Amavasya festival. This Rice noodles is served in many … [Read more...]
Bayisida Mavinakayi Gojju – Mango Curry
Raw mango is cooked, mashed and mixed with spices and seasoning. This is a delicious and authentic dish straight from the kitchens of Udupi in Karnataka. Time Required: 25 … [Read more...]