by Meena Meenattoor | Jan 9, 2016
Vazhakoombu Cherupayar Thoran / Vazhapoovu thoran Vazhakoombu Cherupayar thoran (Banana Flower with Lentils) is a super delicious, highly nutritious thoran. In Kerala, most of the houses will have Banana trees in their backyard. Bananas, ripened or raw, the flower... 
by Meena Meenattoor | Dec 4, 2015
Beans Carrot Thoran / Carrot and Beans Thoran Beans Carrot Thoran is a great vegetable side dish for rice. My mother used to make this often at home, I think she started making it with leftover beans and carrot. During my childhood, I was a poor eater, and hated beans... 
by Meena Meenattoor | Nov 26, 2015
Sprouts Thoran / Mulappicha Payar Thoran Sprouts Thoran or Mulappicha Cherupayar thoran is a nutri rich thoran; a great side dish for rice.My love for sprouts started only a few years back. I had tasted sprouts in salads and was not much fascinated by the health... 
by Meena Meenattoor | Nov 20, 2015
Kovakka Thoran/ Ivy Gourd Thoran Kovakka Thoran is a healthy and tasty thoran/ Side dish to have with rice. This special ‘Kovakka Thoran’ preparation has no turmeric and is easy to prepare. Kovakka or Ivy gourd is a favourite vegetable in my family. When... 
by Meena Meenattoor | Nov 11, 2015
Papaya ThoranPapaya Thoran is a great vegetable side dish for rice in Kerala. Kerala is blessed with Papaya trees, with almost all houses in village areas having one or two in their backyard. Papaya is a wonder fruit and whether unripe, semi ripe or ripe it has many...
