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Kuthirayan Thurankam ||Kuthirayan Tunnel ||Ep No : 154

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 Kuthirayan tunnel is a twin highway tunnel which is in the southern part of India .This tunnel is owned by National Highway Authority Of India .This tunnel is Kerala's first ever tunnel for road transport .This tunnel is considered as South India's longest six lane road tunnel.Construction of the work started on 2016.   The tunnel is in NH 544 between vadakkancherry and Mannuthi,Kerala,India. The length is 920 meters as per the plan. But it is one kilometer which including the tunnel entrance. The height is 10 meters. The gap between two tunnels is 20 meter. The tunnel is near to a wild sanitary heritage area. The tunnel helps to reduce the traffic. Moreover tunnel reduces the distance of three kilometers , that is 1.86 miles from Kochi to Coimbatore. It took a decade to finish it's work. It is a mind blowing experience to pass through the tunnel.   Thank you Follow us: Instagram :orchidcafe4u Twitter :orchidCafe Facebook :orchidCafe Gmail :orchidcafe4u@gmail.com #orchid  

Rava Roasting || Semolina / Suji Roasting || In Uruli || Traditional Cooking || Ep No : 153

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 Semolina is one type of coarse flour which is made from wheat.When the wheat is milled , the most nourishing parts turn into semolina.Mostly wheat grains are golden color and hence the milled semolina is pale yellow in color. One cup of semolina consists of  Calories - 601 Kilo calories Proteins - 21.2 Grams Fat - 1.75 Gram Dietary Fiber - 6.51 Grams Iron - 7.28 Milli grams Folate - 306 Micrograms The word semolina is derived from an Italian word Semolino. Usually semolina is pale yellow in color and this is mainly used in sweet ans savory dishes including pasta.Some of the semolina is beige in color , and these semolina contains more gluten and thus it is less sandy texture than the normal form of semolina. Method Of Preparation Roasting semolina in a uruli , a traditional vessel and in fire wood. Take four kilograms of unroasted semolina. Transfer them to the uruli on firewood. Stir well continuously. Semolina can be roasted on stove top too. Do not use non stick pans for roasting s

Kotha Chakka Puzhukku || Mashed Jackfruit || Tasty, Healthy ,Oil Free Food ||Ep No :152

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   Jackfruit is mostly known as Jack tree, which belongs to the species of mulberry and breadfruit family. It's origin is in rainforests of Malasiya and western Ghats of South India. Scientific Name :Artocarpus Heterophyllus Family :Moraceae Higher Classification :Bread Fruit Kingdom :Plantae Rank :Species Jackfruit is the Kerala's official fruit. Which is the largest tree borne fruit known for it's distinct taste and aroma. The state Government of Kerala made an official announcement in this regard on 2018March 21,based on a proposal of the Agricultural department. The announcement made by Agricultural Minister, VS Sunil Kumar in the State Assembly in the same day. Moreover, the Kerala Government also have plans to promote the 'Kerala Jack fruit' as a brand in markets across the county and abroad, highlighting it's organic and nutritious qualities. Method Of Preparation Take raw jackfruit, chop into small pieces Can use jackfruit seeds as well as per your choic

Chammandhi Podi || Dry Cococnut Chutney Powder || Traditional Preparation ||In Uruli &Firewoody chili and three fistful of kashmiri dry chiliy chili and three fistful of kashmiri dry chili|y chili and three fistful of kashmiri dry chili Ep No: 151

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 Chammandhi Podi is a dry chutney which has the base of dry coconut with some of the spices originates from the south Indian state of Kerala.Mostly , usual chutneys get spoil with in a day , where as this special dish has long shelf life period , which even doesn't requires refrigeration. Method Of Preparation  Take five coconut and grate them. The dish is usually prepared in traditional way with firewood and uruli. Take generous amount of fresh curry leaves , ten shallots and ten garlic . Take four fistful of pepper corns. When uruli is hot, add grated coconut , stir well. When coconut gets heat up, add pepper corns and stir them for five minutes. Now add fresh curry leaves , shallots and garlic , mix well. Then take one fistful of dry chili and three fistful of kashmiri dry chili, add to the coconut and mix. Now add rock salt and two medium ball size tamarind. Add rock salt and mix well, then add tamarind into small pieces and stir well. Stir continuously until it turns golden br

Palappam || Ajmi Palappam Review || Easy Breakfast ||Ep No : 150

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 Palappam ia one type of pancake , which originates from Kerala cuisine. This is prepared from fermented batter either by adding toddy or yeast to the rice batter along with some coconut milk or grinded coconut paste .These yummy palappam's are served with vegetable stew or meat based curry's or even with egg roast and black gram curry.This is a delicious breakfast that can be served even in special occasions .Moreover these are served as a starter in non vegetarian feast during special ceremonies.Here using Ajmi Instant Palappam Podi for making easy, soft and tasty palappams . Please Note : This is not a paid/ sponsored blog. Method Of Preparation Take 500 grams of Ajmi Instant Palappam. For 500 grams packet the price is Indian Rupees 56.50/- as on May 2022. Take 750 ml luke warm water. Open the package and transfer the content to a bowl. Add water, grind it in the mixi for one minute. Prepare smooth dough , cover , allow to rest for one hour. After one hour , add half tablesp

Gothambu Ada || Wheat Ada || Perfect Recipe || Ideal Breakfast || Ep No :149

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 Gothambu ada is a traditional south Indian dish .It is the most commonly prepared simple dish.This required only two  main ingredients.Here used a few drops of coconut oil, which is purely optional.Everyone can relish this dish with fish curry, beef or chicken curry,or even with egg roast.This is a healthy dish with the basic combination of goodness of wheat and  freshly grated coconut.Making this dish is so simple .I wish to try this simple and delicious dish to treat your taste buds .This wheat flat bread is a wholesome and complete breakfast that will make you stay fit for long time with out appetite . Method Of Preparation Take two cups of wheat flour. Add four tablespoon of grated coconut and quarter teaspoon of salt. Mix well .Then add water and make the dough a semi thick consistency. Switch on the flame and keep a pan. When pan gets hot,spread coconut oil. Dip palm in cold water and then take the dough , so that the dough won't stick in the hand. Spread evenly. Dip palm to

Thairu Mulaku || Curd Chili || Mulaku Kondattam|| Perfect Recipe || Ep No : 148

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 Curd Chilies are ready to be fried ones which is a south Indian delicacy.Most of the time it is  side dish for the sadya too.These chilies have super hot spiciness along with salted curd flavor.These chilies appears light golden brown color after sun dried with spongy appearance. Once they are fried in hot coconut oil , these sun dried green chilies turns dark brown color and become crunchy.These fried chilies goes well with hot rice and porridge.It can be prepared well during the summer time and can be stored for longer time. One fried curd chili is enough for having a bowl full of porridge during rainy season and also on winter time.These chilies are also known as Kondattam Mulagu .These salted chilies has bags of flavors and taste amazing with hot steamed rice. Method Of Preparation Take one kilograms of fresh green chilies. Remove over ripped and damaged green chilies. For one kilograms of green chilies the price is Indian Rupees 100/- as of May 2022. Wash thoroughly and drain wel

Soft Gothambu Puttu|| Wheat Funnel Cake|| With Tips || Ep No :147

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  Here's the recipe of puttu or steamed Funnel Cake in an traditional way. It's a healthy breakfast that can be taken by all age groups. As it's prepared in steam, it is the best choice for people with health issues. The best combination is banana or black chickpeas curry /Bengal Gram curry made in Kerala Style. It should be served hot to enjoy its softness and taste. Even for kids it can be given along with sugar.The wheat flour prepared freshly will give you an authentic taste of Kerala Puttu. Method Of Preparation Take one glass wheat flour , which is the whole wheat washed , drained, sun dried and made as flour in the mill. In a bowl , take 4 tablespoon of roasted rice flour which is using for steamed rice funnel cake. Take one glass water, add quarter teaspoon of salt, mix well. Pour generously to the rice flour , and make it as a paste. Now add one glass of wheat flour to the rice flour. Mix gently, sprinkle water if required. Then bring flour altogether and keep for

Pineapple Thoran/Pineapple Stir Fry/ Oil Free , Weight Loss Recipe|| Ep No:146

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  Pineapple is a tropical plant which is an edible fruit belongs to the family Bromeliaceae.This is a popular fruit which is filled with nutrients, anti - oxidents .Pineapple helps in aiding digestion process, boosts immunity level and helps for the speedy recovery from those under go surgery.Pineapple  ( Ananas Comosus ) is an delicious fruit. Method Of Preparation Take three fresh and tender pineapple, remove outer skin After peeling the skin , make sure to remove its inner stem , as it cause irritation to the tongue. Make into small pieces and chop in a chopper. In a mixi jar , take four tablespoon of freshly grated coconut , five small onions , four bird's eye chilies, a pinch of turmeric powder and coriander powder , crush it. Then add a stick of fresh curry leaves and whip once again. Donot over grind the mix. Switch on the flame , keep an earthen pot, transfer the chopped pineapple along with the mix. Add required salt , cover and cook on high flame. Once steam is out, mix w