Friday, February 28, 2025

Chikoo Milkshake / Sapota Milkshake

Chikoo or Sapota is a seasonal fruit which is harvested from August till March. Sapota is a very sweet and grainy texture fruit. It is always better to peel the skin and then consume the fruit. This filling and healthy sapota milk shake can be served during breakfast time. 
Chikoo Milkshake Recipe Video on Vidyascooking Youtube Channel

Ingredients:
1/2 Cup Ripe Chikoo / Sapota
1 1/2 Cups Chilled Milk
3 Tbsp Sugar
Prep:
Boil 1 1/2 cups milk and refrigerate until chilled
Wash and peel the sapota. Chop into half remove the seeds and reserve. 

Method:
In a mixerjar add the chopped sapota and sugar. Cover and grind to form a smooth puree.
Add chilled milk and grind to form a smooth milk shake. Serve the milkshake in a tall tumbler...Enjoy!

Hubby enjoying sapota milkshake 😍

Other Milkshake Recipes on Vidyascooking
Grapes Milkshake
Almond Avocado Banana MilkShake
Custard Apple Milkshake
Milo Banana Milkshake
Strawberry Milkshake
Kitkat Milkshake
Bengaluru Style Mango Milkshake
Banana Milkshake
Sharjah Shake
Ferrero Rocher Milkshake




















Sunday, February 23, 2025

Nachos Chips Recipe

Nachos chips prepared at home from scratch is so flavorful and tasty. 
Nachos Chips Recipe Video on Vidyascooking Youtube Channel

Ingredients:
1/2 Cup Maize Flour / Makka Atta / Yellow Corn Flour
1/2 Cup Maida / All Purpose Flour
1/4 Tsp Cumin Powder
1/4 Tsp Pepper Powder
1 Tsp Salt
1 Cup Luke Warm Water
Oil as required
Method:
In a mixing bowl add yellow corn flour, maida, cumin powder, pepper powder and salt mix well.

Add luke warm water in small batches and knead to form a smooth dough.

Let the dough be slightly sticky the corn flour will absorb the moisture.

Add 2 tsp oil and knead to form a smooth dough.

Cover and allow the dough to rest for 15 minutes.
Reserve excess maida/ all purpose flour in a bowl 

Knead the dough for 5 minutes. Form even roundels and dip in some flour and place on flat surface or rolling board and roll it with gentle hands.

Sprinkle excess flour on both sides and roll to form a thin roti. Using a bowl or cutter cut the dough into equal circles.
Place a tawa on medium flame and start to fry the rotis for few seconds on both sides till tiny bubbles form.

Fry all the rotis and reserve on a plate allow to cool down completely.

Using a sharp pair of scissors cut the roti in half and into quarters.  
Heat a wok with enough oil for frying.

Once the oil reaches smoking point. 

Gently drop a small batch of cut roti in hot oil. Place the flame on medium.

Flip the nachos on both sides and fry it for a minute till light golden in color.

Drain the nachos from oil and allow it to drain in a colander.

Once the nachos have cooled down. Plate the nachos with guacamole ...Enjoy!
More Indo Mexican Recipes on Vidyascooking Youtube Channel
Strawberry Salsa for Nachos
Mango Salsa for Nachos
Guacamole for Nachos
Chicken Tacos
Mexican Spiced Pineapple Salad

Grapes Lassi Recipe

When grapes are in season prepare this delightful lassi.  I loved the paneer / rose flavor grapes in this recipe.
Grapes Lassi Recipe on My Youtube Channel
Ingredients:
1/2 Cup Grapes (Seedless / Paneer / Rose Flavor Grapes)
We can use any seedless grapes but the paneer / rose flavor grapes is so good.
1/2 Cup Fresh Chilled Yogurt
3 Tbsp Sugar
1/4 Cup Chilled Water
Method:
Separate the grapes from stem and rinse in water thrice.
Add the grapes and sugar to a mixer jar and grind to form a smooth puree.
Add yogurt and grind to form a smooth lassi.
We can dilute with water and grind if the lassi is to thick.
Transfer the lassi to a serving glass and serve...Enjoy!

Grape and other lassi recipes on Vidyascooking Youtube Channel
Banana Lassi
Avocado Sweet Lassi
Dryfruit Lassi
Grapes Lassi
Cucumber Lassi
Strawberry Lassi 

Beetroot Lassi
Mint and Coriander Masala Lassi
Mango Lassi
Banana Stem Lassi


Avocado Spicy Lassi Recipe

This avocado lassi is a must try recipe. Thick and very filling lassi can be served as a drink with parathas, biryani and sandwiches. 
Avocado Lassi Recipe on my Youtube Channel

Ingredients:
1/2 Cup Avocado
1 Cup Chilled Fresh Yogurt
1/4 Tsp Cumin Powder
1/2 Tsp Pepper Powder
1/2 Tsp Salt
5 Sprigs Mint Leaves
5 Sprigs Coriander Leaves
2 Sprigs Curry Leaves
1/4 Tsp Grated Ginger
1 Green Chilly
1/2 Cup Water

This recipe serves 2. If the yogurt is sour we can add milk.

Prep:
Separate mint, coriander and curry leaves from stem.
Rinse the leaves thrice. Drain the leaves and leave it in a colander
Peel and wash the ginger.
Remove the stem from chilly, rinse well and reserve.
Wash the avocado and chop the fruit in half. Using a spoon scoop the avocado and reserve.

Method:
In a mixerjar add the ginger, mint, coriander, curry leaves, chilly, pepper powder, cumin powder, salt cover the lid and grind to form a coarse paste.
Next add the avocado and grind till the masala has blended well with the fruit.
Add yogurt and splash of water and grind. Taste test and add salt if needed. Grind to form a smooth lassi.
If needed add extra yogurt and water to dilute and grind till well combined.
Pour the lassi in a tall tumbler and garnish with a sprig of mint...Serve...Enjoy!

Other Avocado and Lassi Recipes on Videos on Vidyascooking Youtube Channel
Avocado Sweet Lassi
Dry Fruit Lassi
Grapes Lassi
Banana Lassi
Cucumber Lassi
Strawberry Lassi
Beetroot Lassi
Mint Coriander Lassi
Banana Mango Lassi

Banana Lassi Recipe

If your wondering what to do with over ripe bananas? Prepare this delicious and filling lassi.
Recipe Video on Youtube
Ingredients:
1 Over Ripe Banana
1 Cup Fresh Yogurt Chilled
1/4 Cup Chilled Milk
3 Tsp Sugar
2 Cardamoms
Method:
In a mixerjar peel, chop and add the banana.
Add sugar and cardamom, place the lid and grind the banana till smooth paste.
Add yogurt and milk cover the lid and grind to form a smooth lassi.
Transfer to a serving glass and serve...Enjoy!
Bananas have many health benefits, including improved digestion, heart health, and bone health. 
Digestion 

Bananas are high in fiber, which helps with digestion and prevents constipation.

They also replenish the body with soluble and insoluble fiber.

Heart health 
Bananas are high in potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and relax blood vessel walls.

This can help lower the risk of stroke, hypertension, and heart disease.

Bone health 
Bananas contain vitamin D and potassium, which support bone health.

When combined with milk, which is rich in calcium, bananas can further improve bone health.

Other health benefits 
Bananas can help with weight management.
They can improve insulin sensitivity and help with muscle recovery.
They can also help improve kidney health and lower cholesterol.
Bananas are a good source of energy before or after a workout.
Bananas are also a good source of vitamin C, folate, magnesium, iron, and sodium. 

Banana /Plantain Recipes on Vidyascooking Youtube Channel
Banana Milk Shake
Avocado Almond Banana MilkShake
Banana Fritters
Plantain Pepper Fry
Banana Halwa
Milo Banana MilkShake
Banana Sharjah MilkShake
Banana Nutella Springroll
Banana Mango Lassi
Banana Ragi Cake
Pazham Pori
Plantain 65

Sunday, February 16, 2025

Almond, Banana and Avocado Milkshake Recipe

Avocado, almonds and banana, this combination creates one of  the creamiest and delicious milkshake ever. It is a complete meal, very filling and keeps us energetic for hours. 
Almond, Banana and Avocado Milkshake Recipe Video on Youtube

Ingredients:
1 Whole Avocado
1 Ripe Banana
10 Almonds
1 Cup Milk
3 Tbsp Sugar
Garnish: Almonds, Walnuts, Raisins

Prep:
Boil the milk, bring the milk to room temperature. Place the milk in the fridge and allow to chill completely.

Chop the almonds, walnuts into tiny pieces for grinding and garnish.

Wash and Chop the avocado in half, scoop the avocado using a spoon then chop into chunks.

Peel and Chop the banana in to coins.

Method:
In a mixer jar add 10 chopped almonds, sugar, avocado and banana, grind to form a smooth puree.

Add milk and grind to form a smooth milkshake. 

In a tall tumbler pour the milkshake and garnish with chopped almonds, walnuts and raisins. Serve right away...Enjoy!

Other Avocado Recipes on my Blog and Youtube 
Avocado Guacamole Recipe

Avocado Toast Recipe

Avocado Papdi Chaat

Avocado Sweet Lassi Recipe

Avocado Papdi Chaat Recipe

Avocado Chaat is inspired and recreated Indian style streetfood. This chaat was so flavorful and delicious. 
Avocado Papdi Chaat Recipe Video
Avocado Chaat Recipe Ingredients:
1 Cup Chopped Avocado
1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Onions
1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Tomatoes
1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Coriander Leaves
2 Finely Chopped Green Chilies
1/4 Tsp Chaat Masala
1/4 Tsp Salt
1/4 Tsp Chilly Powder
1/2 Lime
Potato Biscuits, Papadi, or Salt Biscuits
Garnish: Nylone Sev, Finely Chopped Onion, Finely Chopped Tomato, Finely Chopped Coriander.
Prep:
Peel and wash onion, finely chop and reserve.
Wash and finely chop tomato.
Separate the coriander leaves and finely chop.
Remove the stem from chilly and finely chop.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the seed. Using a spoon scoop the avocado in a bowl and mash.
Method:
Reserve some chopped onions, tomato and coriander for garnish.

In a mixing bowl add the mashed avocado, finely chopped onion, tomato, chilly, coriander, lime juice, chilly powder, chaat masala, and salt. Mix all the ingredients till well combined.

In a serving platter place the potato biscuits. Top the biscuit with avocado mixture not more than a spoon.

Next garnish with finely chopped coriander, onion, tomato and nylon sev...Serve right away...Enjoy!
Avocado season starts from august till march. Consume this wonder fruit as mush as possible we alter and consume the fruit itself as a meal.  
Other Papdi Chaat and Avocado Recipes On  My Youtube
Avocado Lassi
Almond, Banana, Avocado Milkshake
Avocado Guacamole
Avocado Toast
Basic Papdi Recipe
Papdi Sev Puri
Papdi Pizza

Avocado Sweet Lassi Recipe

This avocado sweet lassi is perfect welcome drink , or can be served for barbeques and parathas. 
Avocado Sweet Lassi Recipe Video
Avocado Sweet Lassi Recipe Ingredients:
1 Avocado
1 Tbsp Chopped Nuts Almonds, Walnuts or Cashews
1 Tbsp Raisins 
1 Cup Yogurt
3 Tbsp Sugar
Garnish: 2 Tbsp Chopped Almonds, Walnuts, Cashews and Raisins
Prep:
Place the yogurt in the fridge and use only chilled yogurt for this recipe.

Chop all the nuts almonds, cashews and walnuts into tiny pieces for garnish and blending.

Wash and chop the avocado in half, remove the seed and scoop the avocado into a plate, chop into cubes for easy grinding.
Method:
Add the chopped avocado to a mixer jar along with 1 tbsp chopped nuts and raisins.

Add sugar and grind to form a smooth puree.

Next add yogurt and grind to form a smooth lassi.

Add water and blend once more.

In a tall tumbler pour the lassi and garnish with raisins, chopped walnuts and almonds. Serve right away...Enjoy!
Other Avocado and Lassi Recipes on My Blog and Youtube Channel
Avocado Guacamole
Avocado Papadi Chaat
Avocado, Almond, Banana Milkshake
Avocado Toast
Dryfruit Lassi Recipe
Cucumber Lassi
Strawberry Lassi
Mango Lassi
Beetroot Lassi
Mint and Coriander Masala Lassi

Grapes Milkshake Recipe

When grapes in season prepare this milkshake, we literally need three ingredients for this milkshake. Every year from december till march we get the best grapes in market. I like to use seedless and sweet grapes in my recipes. 
Grapes Milkshake Recipe Video is posted on Youtube.

Ingredients:
1 Cup Seedless Grapes
3 Tbsp Sugar
2 Cups Chilled Milk
Prep:
Boil the milk. Bring the milk to room temperature and place it in the fridge until chilled.
Separate the grapes from stem. Rinse in water twice and reserve.
Method:
In a mixerjar add grapes and sugar first, grind to form a smooth puree.
Add milk and blend once more till well combined.
Pour the milkshake in a tall tumbler and serve...Enjoy!

Other Grape Recipes on My Video and Blogs
Grapes Kesari Recipe
Grapes Soda
Grapes Shikanji
Grapes Salad
Arabian Pulpy Grapes Juice
Tropical Mocktail 

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Baby Potatoes Roast ( Chettinad Urulai Kizhangu Varuval)

Southindian version of baby potatoes roast is an excellent starter and can also be served as a side dish . This baby potatoes roast pairs well with curd rice, southindian meals or chapathi.
Baby Potatoes Roast Recipe Video on Youtube Channel
Baby Potatoes Roast Recipe Ingredients:
200 Grams Baby Potatoes
1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Onion
2 Finely Chopped Green Chilies
5 Sprigs Finely Chopped Coriander
2 Sprigs Curry Leaves
1/4 Tsp Asafetida
1 Tsp Chilly Powder
1/4 Tsp Turmeric Powder
1/2 Tsp Garam Masala
1 Tbsp Coriander Powder
1/2 Tsp Pepper Powder
1/4 Tsp Mustard Seeds
1/4 Tsp Cumin Seeds
1 Dry Red Chilly
1/4 Tsp Split Black Gram Dal 
1 Tbsp Ginger and Garlic Paste
3 Tbsp Oil
Salt as per taste.
Prep:
Wash the potatoes with skin twice or thrice until the water is clear.

In a heavy bottom large pot bring 8 cups water to boil. Add the cleaned potatoes to the boiling water and cook it until the potatoes are soft. It took 15 minutes for me to cook the potatoes.

Remove the potatoes from flame and rinse in cold water. Allow the potatoes to cool down a bit then peel. Larger potatoes can be chopped in half.

Peel, wash and finely chop onions.

Wash the coriander and finely chop.

Peel, wash and grind equal amount for ginger and garlic, add it to a mixer jar and grind to form a smooth paste.

Remove the stem from chilly, rinse and finely chop.

Separate the curryleaves from stem. Rinse twice and reserve.
Method:
Heat a wok on Medium flame. Add oil once the oil starts to smoke place on low flame.

Add mustard seeds allow it to splutter, next add black gram dal and allow it to fry for few seconds.

Add cumin seeds, break and add 1 dried red chilly allow it to fry for few seconds.

Add finely chopped onion, curry leaves and finely chopped chilly fry till the onion turns transparent.

Add the chilly powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder and pepper powder fry with onions for few seconds.

Next add the boiled potatoes and fry till the masala is well coated on the potatoes.

Add 1/4 cup of water stir, add 1 tsp salt stir well cover and cook till moisture has evaporated.

Stir and fry the potatoes in the masala till well coated and the edges of the potatoes turn crispy.

Remove from flame and dish out into a serving plate

Garnish with coriander and serve hot...Enjoy!

Other Potatoes and Roast Recipes on This Blog and Youtube Videos
Potato 65
Sambar Potato Roast
Honey Chilly Potato
Baby Potatoes, Peas and Prawn Roast
Plantain and Baby Potatoes Roast
Onion Garlic Masala Baby Potatoes Roast
Dill Leaves and Potato Stir Fry