Kootu is a one pot meal, made with vegetables such as chayote squash, green beans, ash gourd, and one of the dals (toor or moong), mildly spiced, and eaten with rice. It is a healthy wholesome dish, providing carbs, protein, and vitamins all in one shot.
Cranberry Rice
Tangy and spicy, this is a quick and satisfying substitute for the labor-intensive tamarind rice (puliyodarai/puliyogare). Brighten up your holiday table with this pretty dish!
Masala Peanuts (Baked)
Quick and easy, spicy peanuts are coated in chick pea flour flavored with chili powder and hing, and baked, instead of deep fried. A perfect pick me up, and a healthy snack for those afternoon cravings. Great with a cup of hot ginger chai!
Tomato Rasam
Made only with tomatoes, a few spices and cooked mashed lentils, this is a soup as well as an accompaniment to rice. Quick, tasty and flavorful!
Chilli Cheese Toast
A grilled cheese sandwich with some heat for those cold winter months. Add a tomato soup, and this sandwich will wake you up!




