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  • tomato rice
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    Tomato Rice

    MotherOfNOMS / February 18, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Simple to make, flavourful tomato rice with kidney beans added for a protein boost. Pair it with any vegetable raitha for a complete meal.

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  • Lime Rice
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    Lime Rice

    MotherOfNOMS / October 15, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Lime Rice - a traditional mixed rice variety from South India, super easy to make, with the sharp flavour and tanginess of fresh limes.

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  • Cure Rice & Cut Mango Pickle
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    Curd Rice & Cut Mango Pickle

    MotherOfNOMS / June 3, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Typical in South Indian households, curd rice is usually eaten at the end of a meal. Pair it with this tangy and spicy mango pickle!

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  • Neer Aagaaram
    Drinks

    Neer Aagaaram

    MotherOfNOMS / November 14, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Neer Aagaaram is a highly underrated, savoury breakfast dish in the super food category. Simple to make & extremely nutritious!

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  • Mango Rice
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    Mango Rice

    MotherOfNOMS / September 29, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Mango Rice is a fragrant, nutritious, South Indian mixed rice variety having all the six basic tastes. Great for a quick lunch box option!

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  • Moringa Pulao
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    Moringa Pulao

    MotherOfNOMS / April 24, 2021 / 0 Comments

    With the goodness of moringa flowers, leaves and moong dhal this wholesome Moringa Pulao is yummy and packed with nutrients.

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  • VeN Pongal
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    VeN Pongal

    MotherOfNOMS / January 9, 2021 / 0 Comments

    VeN Pongal is a savoury South Indian dish, usually eaten for breakfast. It's a nutritious and delicious way to kick start a busy day.

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  • Chickpea Pulao
    Mains

    Chickpea Pulao

    MotherOfNOMS / December 7, 2020 / 2 Comments

    This Chickpea Pulao is a complete, delicious one pot meal with all three macronutrients. Serve it with plain yoghurt/raitha/pappad.

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  • Puliyodharai
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    Puliyodharai (Tamarind Rice)

    MotherOfNOMS / September 26, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Puliyodharai, a tangy and spicy mixed rice recipe passed on from generation to generation. Best suited for picnics and short travels.

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  • Paruppu Usili Sevai
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    Paruppu Usili Sevai

    MotherOfNOMS / September 4, 2020 / 1 Comment

    Grandma's awesome recipe, this Paruppu Usili Sevai is an ideal lunch box dish. Simply mouthwatering with all the basic nutrients in one go!

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  • Coconut rice
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    Coconut Rice (South Indian style)

    MotherOfNOMS / August 5, 2020 / 8 Comments

    Coconut rice is a very subtly spiced, extremely flavourful rice preparation famous in South India. I absolutely love this recipe because I get a disproportionate amount of praise for very little work. Try…

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  • tawa pulao
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    Easy Tawa Pulao

    MotherOfNOMS / May 14, 2020 / 6 Comments

    Lazy weekend but still want to eat healthy? Check out this easy one pot recipe for a quick Tawa Pulao - rice, veggies and the taste of Mumbai street food!

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