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Gojjavalakki / Tamarind Poha

  Tamarind Poha: A Tangy Twist on a Classic Breakfast Poha, a beloved breakfast dish in India, typically features flattened rice sautéed with spices, vegetables, and sometimes nuts. One delightful variation is Tamarind Poha from Karnataka , which adds a tangy twist that elevates the traditional flavors. It is no onion no garlic breakfast recipe.This dish is not only quick to prepare but also a fantastic way to kickstart your day. Here’s how to make this delicious Tamarind Poha at home. Ingredients Flattened rice (poha) : 2 cups (thick variety) Tamarind pulp : 2 tablespoons Oil 2 tbsp Red chilies : 1-2,  (adjust to taste) Mustard seeds : 1 teaspoon Curry leaves : 8-10 Hing 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder : ½ teaspoon Salt : to taste Peanuts : ¼ cup (optional) Jaggery 1-2 tbsp Methi powder 1/2 tsp Sarina pudi / Rasam Powder 1 tsp Fresh coriander leaves : for garnishing Oil : 2 tablespoons Instructions Prepare the Poha : Rinse the flattened rice in cold water until it so...
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Grilled Pesto Tofu Veggie Skewers 🍢




 What else can be more perfect than grilling some of our fav ingredients like Tofu , Brussel sprouts, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers & Zucchini all marinated in a simple pesto sauce.  Believe me this vegan marination tastes heavenly 😀 Super easy if you have some pesto in hand.

INGREDIENTS:
Tofu 1 block cut in cubes
Red bell pepper 1 cut in small squares 
Brussel sprouts 5-8 
Cherry tomatoes 10-12
Green Bell peppers 1 cut in small squares
Zucchini 1 sliced 
Pesto (homemade / storebought) 1 cup
Oil for grilling

INSTRUCTION: 
1.If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent them from burning.

2.Wash and prepare your vegetables by cutting them into chunks or slices, making sure they're all roughly the same size for even cooking.

3.Dice Tofu into cubes.

4.In a big bowl, take 1 cup of pesto, add in all the veggies and tofu. 

5.Stir gently to coat them with the marinade.

6.Keep aside in the Fridge for 1/2 an hour. 

7.Thread the vegetables and tofu onto the skewers, alternating the types to create colorful skewers.

8.Brush the skewers with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and any other desired herbs or spices.

 9.Place the skewers on a tava / Grilling pan.Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.

10.Serve hot as a side dish or main course. Enjoy your veggie skewers!

If you are making pesto at home:

For a quick pesto recipe, combine 2 cups of fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil, 1/3 cup of pine nuts or walnuts, and 3 minced garlic cloves in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is smooth, adding more olive oil if needed for consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for later use, or use immediately to make these yummy vehgie skewers .


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