by Admin | Jul 10, 2025 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
Saffron—the dried stigmas of the saffron crocus—has been widely used in Vedic cooking for more than fifty centuries, despite being the world’s most costly seasoning. It is very potent: a good-sized pinch of high-quality saffron threads, with their brilliant...
by Admin | Jul 6, 2025 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
If you have a piece of fresh coconut in your refrigerator, try this recipe. It is quick, easy and delightful. The rice is cooked with whole sweet spices, and golden-fried coconut strips are folded in along with the chaunk (spices cooked in ghee or coconut oil), which...
by Admin | Jun 26, 2025 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
Rice and potatoes? A unique and surprisingly delicious pilaf. In this recipe, julienned strips of potatoes are marinated in yogurt and grated coconut and sautéed with seasonings until they are richly browned. Next, rice and peas are added, then cooked with the...
by Admin | Jun 23, 2025 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
This moist, pleasantly seasoned rice and yogurt dish in the South Indian tradition takes only a short time to prepare. Whenever rice is combined with yogurt, the result is refreshing, nutritious and easy to digest. The combination may be served either chilled or at...
by Admin | Jun 20, 2025 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
This dish is centuries old and is mentioned in the ancient Vedic texts. It is nutritious and easy to digest. It is served at room temperature or slightly chilled and is a good selection on a light summer luncheon menu with any vegetable or salad. It is also good on a...
