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Medu Vadai

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Basundi

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Festival recipes | Tamil new year

Tamil New Year, also known as "Puthandu," is celebrated with much enthusiasm and joy among Tamil-speaking people worldwide. It marks the first day of the Tamil calendar year and usually falls on April 14th. This day is filled with rich traditions, cultural festivities, and a sense of new beginnings.

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Ven Pongal

Ven Pongal is a popular South Indian dish made with rice and lentils, seasoned with black pepper, cumin, ginger, and ghee. It is a savory and comforting dish commonly served for breakfast but can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

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Pasi Paruppu Payasam Moong dal kheer

Pasi Paruppu Payasam, also known as Moong Dal Kheer, is a delicious South Indian dessert made with moong dal (split yellow lentils), jaggery, coconut milk, and flavored with cardamom. It's often prepared during festivals and special occasions.

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Basic Pulikaachal for tamrind rice

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Paruppu Vadai | Dal vada

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Pongal Kuzhambu

Pongal Kuzhambu is a flavorful and tangy curry that is typically served with Pongal, a popular South Indian dish made with rice and lentils. Pongal Kuzhambu complements the mild and savory taste of Pongal, creating a well-balanced meal.

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Avial

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Puli Inji | Inji Puli

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Olan

Olan is a traditional Kerala dish that holds a special place in the state's cuisine. It's a simple yet flavorful preparation made with ash gourd (also known as winter melon or white pumpkin), cowpeas, coconut milk, and a hint of spices. Olan is often served as part of the Onam Sadya, a grand feast served during the Onam festival, and it's enjoyed year-round as well. Here's how you can make Olan at home:

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Mathanga Eriseri | Pumpkin Eriseri | Sadya recipe

A delicious dish from Kerala, Pumpkin Eriseri | Mathanga Eriseri , a festival recipe for Vishu sadya particularly and one can find this on the menu unfailingly , with rich flavors .