Maintaining a robust immune system is crucial for overall health, especially during cold and flu seasons. While a well-rounded diet rich in various food groups is essential, specific nutrients play a pivotal role in enhancing immune function. In this article, we’ll explore key immune-boosting nutrients and some delicious beverages that pack them in. Key Nutrients … Continue reading Beverages for Optimal Health | The Power of Immune-Boosting Nutrition to Guard You
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Rani Joseph Cherian Creative Professional| Author | Blogger | Video Editor | Graphic Designer |Social Media and Web Content Creator | Certified Health & Nutrition Life Coach | D. P Counseling September 25, 2024 Nutrition is a cornerstone of overall health and well-being, influencing everything from energy levels to immune function and mental clarity. In … Continue reading The Importance of Nutrition for Health
Kale is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the Brassica family, which includes cabbage, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts. It is known for its nutritional value and is considered a superfood due to its high levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Here are some key points about kale: Nutritional Benefits: Kale is rich in vitamins … Continue reading Superfood Kale
Ayala Mango Fill is a vibrant and flavourful Kerala fish dish that brings together mackerel (ayala) and sour raw mango in a delicious, tangy spice mix. With a bold red colour, rich spice balance, and satisfying texture, this recipe is a perfect blend of sweet, sour, and spicy — ideal with rice or enjoyed on … Continue reading Ayala Manga Fill – Mackerel with Raw Mango (Kerala Style)
A simple, smoky Kerala-style chutney made with fire-roasted egg fruit (Brinjal), raw mango, coconut, and spices. This rustic chutney is prepared without a mixer, keeping the authentic flavour and texture intact. Perfect as a touching for rice meals. 🥬 Ingredients Egg Fruit (Brinjal) – 1 Mango (small pieces) – 3 pieces(If mango is not sour, … Continue reading 🍆 Egg Fruit–Mango Chutney
A bold and flavourful chutney made with small Indian anchovies, raw mango, coconut, and gentle spices—simple, nourishing, and deeply rooted in coastal home cooking. About This Chutney Anchovy chutney was a practical and flavour-packed preparation in many coastal homes, especially when larger fish were unavailable. Known as Kozhuva in Malayalam and by many other names … Continue reading Fried Anchovy (Kozhuva) Chutney
During the jackfruit season in Kerala, we enjoy a variety of dishes made from both raw and ripe jackfruit. This Instant Eggless Jackfruit Pudding is a unique and delightful creation using ripe, soft jackfruit. Naturally sweet, aromatic, and melt-in-the-mouth, it tastes almost like ice cream — yet is completely traditional and comforting. You may also … Continue reading 🍮 Delicious Instant Eggless Jackfruit Pudding – A Must-Try Kerala Dessert 🌴
Chacka kuru, or jackfruit seeds, are an often-overlooked part of Kerala’s traditional cooking. In earlier households, nothing from the jackfruit tree was wasted. The seeds were cleaned, cooked, and turned into nourishing side dishes that were filling, flavourful, and economical. This chacka kuru olath is a simple stir-fry made with cooked jackfruit seeds, onions, spices, … Continue reading Chakka Kuru Olath – Jackfruit Seed Stir-Fry (Kerala Style)
Watch on You Tube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi-VARUaEgw A scientifically proven mantra to obtain physical, mental and spiritual health (Holistic health). Dear Readers, please note all that is written here are the outcome of my research and understanding of a Universal Prayer, the “Gayathri Mantra”. Thanks to all the YouTube contributors and writers. References are all at the … Continue reading Heal Mind, Body and Spirit with ‘Gayathri Mantra’
Today I am presenting to you a rare fruit which has earned name and fame lately for its benefit in preventing or curing cancer. In some parts of Kerala it is called Mullatha, it is also known as Piruthi Chacka/Plathi Chacka. In English it is called Sour soup. Mostly people use its ripe fruit for … Continue reading Mullatha Thoran
Multigrain bread pudding is a simple home-style dessert made with everyday kitchen ingredients. This steamed pudding is soft, mildly sweet, and nourishing, making it suitable for all age groups. Prepared without baking, it reflects the traditional practice of steaming desserts and using natural sweeteners like jaggery or honey. Why This Dessert Fits a Traditional Kitchen … Continue reading Easy and Delicious Multigrain Bread Pudding
Idinchakka or tender jackfruit for making Idinchakka cutlet – a traditional tender jackfruit snack from Kerala
Multigrain bread sandwich is a wholesome everyday recipe that brings together simple ingredients for a light yet satisfying meal. Using multigrain bread with seeds like flax, pumpkin, and sesame adds natural fibre and minerals to your plate. Combined with fresh vegetables, egg, and a little cheese, this sandwich makes a balanced, easy meal without heaviness. … Continue reading Multigrain Bread Sandwich Recipe
Fish pickle has long been a treasured preparation in traditional Kerala kitchens, especially in coastal homes. Made to preserve fish for longer periods, it was prepared with care using generous spices, oil, and vinegar. What began as a practical method of preservation is today enjoyed as a rich delicacy, valued for its deep flavour and … Continue reading Traditional Spicy Fish Pickle
Crispy Spiced Banana Fingers is a simple homemade snack inspired by traditional Kerala kitchens. Prepared with unripe bananas and mild aromatic spices, this dish is a healthier alternative to deep-fried snacks and is often enjoyed as an evening treat with tea. Using fresh ingredients and home-style methods, this recipe balances taste, crunch, and nourishment. Scroll … Continue reading Crispy Spiced Banana Fingers Kerala recipe – A Healthy Delight
Raw mango chutney is one of the most common and beloved preparations from traditional Kerala homes. In earlier days, this chutney was made in almost every household—rich or poor—during mango season. The ingredients were simple, affordable, and easily available, making it an everyday side dish rather than a special treat. What was once daily food … Continue reading Traditional Raw Mango Chutney
Instant Onion and Lemon Pickle is a quick, no-cook accompaniment made with raw onion, lemon juice, spice, and oil. It is prepared in minutes and pairs well with simple meals, adding freshness and mild heat without the need for cooking or long resting time. Why This Pickle Works for Quick Meals No Cooking Required All … Continue reading Instant Onion and Lemon Pickle (No-Cook Recipe)
Crispy Fish Fry is a much-loved home-style preparation where fresh fish is marinated with spices and shallow fried until the outside turns crisp while the inside remains juicy. Sardines are commonly used for this dish due to their rich flavour and natural fat content, though other fish varieties can also be used. This recipe focuses … Continue reading Simple Crispy Sardine Fry at Home
Oil-free chicken lollipops cooked with spices served with rice and chapati
Vegetable & Mutton Kuruma is a rich and aromatic curry that brings together tender mutton, wholesome vegetables, and traditional Kerala spices in a flavorful masala gravy. This delicious combination makes it a perfect main course for family meals, special occasions, or festive lunches. The dish blends the goodness of protein-rich mutton with a medley of … Continue reading Vegetable & Mutton Kuruma – A Hearty Kerala-Style Dish
Grandma’s Holistic Wellness 