Dry Side Dishes

Two pieces of friend fish on a white tray, with a salad

Fish Fry

Fish fry is the one of the most popular ways of eating fish in the Southern part of India. The fresher the fish, the better the taste will be. It can be done in just minutes, and makes for a very striking dish on the table. People living near the […]

 
Cauliflower with eggs is served on the table and it is alos being eaten from a plate

Cauliflower with Egg

Cauliflower with eggs is a very quick recipe, ready in literally 20 minutes. I complete it with a generous sprinkling of spring onions and/or coriander leaves. Just five ingredients and a few spices make this a power-packed side to adorn your table! Steps to the Cauliflower with Eggs Buy white, […]

 
The prepared Bhindi Masala is placed in a oval dish

Spicy Bhindi Masala

Spicy Bhindi Masala is ladyfinger/okra in a dry form. It is a vegetarian side, slightly different from the usual bhindi preparations. It will remind you of pakoras. But without the oily feel. It is similar to the stuffed bhindi version. But without the hassle of it. Ready in 20 minutes! […]

 
potatoes being fried as they are stirred genty

Spicy Baby Potatoes

There is something alluring about this spicy side dish with baby potatoes that makes it a hit every time. There are recipes galore for potatoes, but this is the one that stands out in the menu of the day. You’ll need parboiled baby potatoes, oil/ghee and a lovely spice mixture […]

 
Crisp, freshly fried florets of caulflower are being eaten up with a fork

Golden Fried Cauliflower

Golden fried cauliflower is easy, quick and packs in great taste. Whenever we get hold of a fresh cauliflower, my family hopes I am going to turn it into the Golden Fried variety. Though we enjoy this versatile vegetable in many other forms, this one with its golden brown crunch […]