Making adhirasam? Read this first. Hello, Adhirasam is one of those sweets that can humble even a confident home cook. I know because I spent four Diwalis trying to get mine right! My mom and mother-in-law made it look so easy. It took me a few failed attempts, paying closer attention to their instructions, and learning from my mistakes before I could confidently make it myself. So, if you’ve ever ended up with hard adhirasam, or watched your carefully shaped dough dissolve in hot oil, here...
16 days ago • 1 min read
A little Onam from my kitchen Some old favourites, some recipes I’ve been meaning to share and a few that are especially good this time of year. I’ve put together a few Onam recipes from the blog below, the kind I’d make for a sadya, or simply when I’m craving that very specific combination of coconut, spice, sourness and a little something sweet at the end. And honestly, you don’t need a 26-dish sadya to enjoy Onam. A banana leaf, hot rice and a handful of favourites will do just fine....
3 months ago • 1 min read
How to Freeze Coconut & Use Every Last Bit Without Wasting 🥥 Last week we talked about keeping curry leaves fresh, this week let's tackle another kitchen staple that so many of you use: coconut storage. If you've ever bought a whole coconut and had half of it go bad in the fridge, or wondered how to take out frozen grated coconut turns rubbery, this one's for you. My Go-To Coconut Storage Tips Freezing grated coconut (long term) Spread grated coconut on a plate and flash-freeze for 1 hour...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Don't let Fresh Curry leaves go to waste 🌿 Have you ever bought a bunch of curry leaves and wanted to use every single one of it? Or felt bad for picking it and throwing away even after knowing it's Health benefits? Here's how to use it all, ACTUALLY consume it Pick out any yellow/ blackish curry leaves. Dark green mature leaves works best for this rather than the young tender ones. Keep the tender ones for tempering. Wash, air dry the curry leaves completely. Heat your Air fryer to 177 C /...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Subscribers, I hope you’re doing well! If you’ve been with Rak’s Kitchen for a while, thank you for inviting me into your kitchen. My goal with these emails is simple, to share recipes, tips and little ideas that make everyday cooking easier and more enjoyable. Kitchen Tip of the Week When buying drumsticks, choose ones that are slender and bright green. When you gently wring it, it tends to be soft, doesn't break. They tend to be more tender and have softer flesh inside. If you end up...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Rajgira Paratha Rajgira paratha is a gluten-free flatbread made with amaranth flour and potato as main ingredients. Read post -> Dahi Bhindi Recipe Dahi Bhindi is a North Indian style okra curry where shallow fried ladies finger is simmered in a mildly spiced yogurt based masala. Read post -> Dal Dhokli Recipe Dal Dhokli is a traditional Gujarati dish where dal is simmered with spiced wheat flour dumplings (dhokli) until they cook through and absorb the flavors of the dal. Recipe link -> How...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Subscribers, Here are some recipe posts that will come handy for the upcoming Tamil New Year Festival! As Tamil New Year approaches, it’s time to welcome prosperity and joy with a festive spread that reflects our rich heritage. Tamil households celebrate this auspicious day with a special feast, featuring traditional dishes like Mango Pachadi, Paruppu Payasam, Vepampoo Rasam etc. Each recipe carries a deep cultural significance, symbolizing the balance of sweet, sour, bitter, and spice,...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Sarson Ka Saag A popular North Indian dish that I had been meaning to post for a very long time. I finally got around to making and sharing it before the season passes, because some recipes simply feel right only at a certain time of the year. Sarson Ka Saag Idichakka Thoran A Kerala-style preparation using tender jackfruit, a vegetable I look forward to whenever it appears in the market. It’s one of those seasonal ingredients that brings a very distinct taste and reminds me how enjoyable...
8 months ago • 1 min read
This Weekend, Cook with Intention Hello dear friends, This weekend feels special. Valentine’s Day on one side. Maha Shivratri on the other. And a perfect excuse to cook something meaningful, without making it complicated. If you’re staying in for Valentine’s Day, here are some Simple and Easy recipes you can make: Valentine’s Easy Recipes You can mix and match from my 25+ Valentine’s collection here: Browse all Valentine's Day Recipes All recipes use pantry-friendly ingredients and clear...
9 months ago • 1 min read
