Eggless Mango Cake / Mango Loaf Cake / Eggless Mango Bread

 

I‘m not sure whether to call it a bread or a cake. While the texture is that of a bread the taste is like a cake. Last year I missed baking cake while the mangoes were in season but this time I did not want to miss it. So it was only fitting to bake a mango cake from the freshly picked ripe mangoes my SIL brought home when she visited me. As she hates travelling, she visits me very rarely and during those rare visits she loves to watch baking as she is very much fascinated with the science of it.  I decided to make this eggless as she does not eat eggs. In fact this one tasted so similar like the Carrot cake. I adapted this cake from the Choco chip nut cake.

 

Karuveppilai Poondu Kulambu (Spicy Curry Leaves & Garlic Gravy)

 

Whenever I lay my eyes upon curry leaves my Grandmom’s advice come to mind. She would ritually make this gravy every Friday as she had a curry leaves shrub in her backyard. As this kulambu tastes better the next day and continues to do so for another 2-3 days even after making it, she will make it before every week end. I used to hate it back then but then she would simply compel me to eat it with rice stating that curry leaves would prevent hair from pre mature greying. As I’m already seeing some grey hairs those words ring a bell now in my head. Hmmmm... too late I guess. The only thing I have to pray for now is to age beautifully. Wishful thinking... sigh....

 

Hot, Sweet & Sour Vegetables

 

Ok, This is the best name that I could come up with for this recipe which was a random experiment that became a huge hit with the boys at home. The first thing that Arun demanded once he returned from his holiday was to eat Chinese dishes. Though my SIL and MIL are so good in cooking traditional dishes they never ventured into cooking other cuisines. I just cannot expect them to because getting even the basic sauces at the native place is very difficult. So, Arun who happens to be a big fan of Indo-Chinese and loves to gorge on them at least once a week missed it very badly.

 

Soya Chukka / Soya Chunks Sukka

I have been trying out various recipes with soya chunks as they are rich in protein. Soya Chunks are not nothing but textured vegetable protein upon which I depend a lot since I do not eggs and also happen to be a vegetarian. Soya Chunks Kofta Curry and Soya & Peas Pulao are the 2 dishes that are mostly made at home as everyone loves it but still I become a tad too bored of doing the same old dishes out of an ingredient. Wanting to try out something different resulted in this delicious and easy side dish that turned out to be good which went very well with rice. Do give it a try and you will not be disappointed. I served this with Pulichchakeerai Thokku and it also tasted good with piping hot rasam.

Sweet Corn Vadai (With Urad Dal)

I tried the usual vada recipe with some left over sweet corn and it came out so well. I’m sure many of you may find making Medhu Vadai a bit tedious as the consistency of the batter has to just right not to mention the cleaning of the wet grinder after the grinding part is over. I especially hate that process. Also if you grind the batter in a mixer jar then the vadais will only turn out very hard. If you have faced all of the above difficulties, then try out this vada, as the grinding and shaping part is not only easy but also it will taste just like Medhu Vadai.

Ceylon Channa Parotta

 

This parotta is becoming a popular street food back home. I have seen this being made and served when ever I visit my MIL’s place. The aroma is so enticing and leaves you feeling hungry when ever we pass by the shops. I finally had a chance to taste them when my SIL’s hubby brought home a parcel. The taste was simply outstanding. I was left craving for more and I decided to re create the dish when I arrived back. But alas what a disappointment, I just could not compete with those stalls. Something big was missing out.

 

Mango Julius Recipe

It’s been more than 3 years since I stopped purchasing mangoes from the market. We wait for the season to peak and buy it straight from the mango farm itself where they let the mangoes to ripe in the tree itself. As they do not follow any artificial means to quicken the ripening process the mangoes not only taste out of the world but the color of the fruit speaks so much for itself. I’ve planned on making the most of this mango season and try out new recipes with the fruit and this drink is the first one in the line.

Jodhpuri Aloo

What a simple yet delicious side dish this one turned out to be. Simply unbelievable. I chose this dish from Vaishali’s space who also happens to be my partner for this month’s Blog Hop Wednesdays for its utter simplicity not to mention that it could be made in a jiffy. As Vaishali happens to be well travelled, she knows very well about food and I find all her posts very informative and do check out the thalis that she posted recently and you will be amazed at all the info that you read. A vivacious lady so full of life and zest that I really envy her and all I can do is hope and pray that I turn out to be just like her when I reach her age.

 

Blog Hop Wednesdays ~ Week 18

Another month passes by and I’m sure you all must be getting prepared to send your wards to school after being rejuvenated by the summer holidays. Welcome to yet another month of Blog Hopping! Another opportunity to gawk at some scrumptious good food prepared by our wonderful Blog Hoppers by unearthing from their partner’s virtual kitchen for the Blog Hop Wednesdays. These are tried and tested recipes by our foodie friends.

Please note that this linkies is only for the Blog Hoppers and any other entries will be deleted promptly.  If you are new and want to know more on this then register by submitting your blog here to participate from next month onwards.

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1. Soya Chunks and Cauliflower Curry

2. SEMIYA KESARI

3. Rajma & Carrot Makhani

4. Chikoo Shake

5. Jodhpuri Aloo

6. Poha Namkeen

7. Spinach Moong Dhal

8. Baked Cajun potatoes

9. Jhatpat Poha

10. eggless microwave peanuttbutter choclate cake

11. Vegetable Paniyaram

12. Special Chole

13. Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

14. Medhu Vadai

15. Quick Quesadilla

16. Pineapple Pacchadi

17. Curried Eggplant & Bell Pepper

18. Cucumber Rolls

19. Tomato and Olive Whole Wheat Focaccia

20. Garlic - Coriander Pull Apart Rolls

21. Kanda Aloo Bhajji / Onion Fritters

22. Poppy Seeds Parsley Muffins

23. Finnish Browned Butter Cookies-Gayathri

24. Poha Pulao

25. Corn Kebabs

26. Black forest trifle in a jar

27. Capsicum Zunka

28. Nankatai

29. Chocolate Coffee Cupcake

30. Aval Puliodhari

31. Fruit Batter Bread

32. On Being Random & Pineapple Kesaris

33. Garlic Peas Rice

34. Vegetable Noodles

35. Quinoa and Noodles Burger

36. Eggless Corinader Veg Savory Muffins

37. Eggless dates Cake

38. Microwave Paalkova

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I Love Baking #5

Every month keeps getting better and better... I keep receiving stunning entries and I just can’t help but to admire the passion the foodies have for baking..  Hey!! I’m not kidding do check for yourself what all we have had so far in the previous months. Though last month I did not go near the oven as the kids were not present at home, from this month on it is definitely going to be different. So, Are you all ready to share and spread the love of baking? This monthly venture, I Love Baking is started to do just that. Bake away and present your recipes to the linkies below. This is open to everyone and anyone who happens to love one thing and that is “Baking”.

Just a few notes before we go linking,
1. Your bake can either be sweet or savory. Just make a note not to link any bakes with meat here as this is a vegetarian blog.
2. Make sure that your post is linked to this announcement.
3. The linkies will be open till 25 of this month.

I would be happy if you could also  link your entries and discuss your experience in the Facebook Page or rather a community that has been specifically created, as it would be of help to many enthusiastic bakers, newbie or experienced and would also have a greater reach.

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1. Pineapple upside down cake(eggless)

2. Basic Vanilla sponge cake - Eggless

3. Baby Pizzas

4. eggless microwave peanutbutter choclate mug c

5. Poppy Seeds Parsley Muffins

6. Nankatai

7. Garlic Coriander Pull Apart Rolls

8. Herbed Garlic Pull Apart

9. Spinach & Feta Cheese Puffs

10. Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies

11. Tandoori Paneer Tikka

12. Roasted Chickpeas

13. Oven Roasted Chunky Tomato and Basil Sauce

14. Cornflakes cookies

15. Burger and fries its dessert time dad

16. Vegan Orange Cranberry Cake

17. Carrot Pineapple Cake

18. Chocolate Picnic Cake

19. Eggless Mango Cake with shrikand

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