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(616)Makai no Chhino

Grated white corn.

Ingredients

  • 6 White Corn, select with  tender seeds. ( Desi makai)( 1cup coarsely ground corn ) Or American Yellow Corn.
  • 500 ml. Milk Or 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp Sugar.(Optional)
  • Tempering ingredients:-
  • ¼ cup Ghee.
  • ½ tsp Cumin seeds.
  • ¼ tsp Asafoetida
  • ½ tsp Green chilli paste ( 3-4 whole green chilies)
  • ½ tsp Ginger paste.
  • 8-10 Curry leaves.
  • 1 tsp Salt.
  • 3-5 black pepper or ¼ tsp. Black pepper powder.
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped Coriander leaves for garnishing.
  • 2 tbsp. Lemon juice.

Method

  1. Remove the husk and silk of white corn.
  2. Wash and keep aside.
  3. With the help of a medium size steel grater , grate corn and keep aside.
  4. Heat ghee in a nonstick pan and add Cumin seeds. Wait for the crackling sound.
  5. Now add Ginger and chilli paste. Give a quick stir and add Asafoetida powder and curry leaves.
  6. Now add grated corn and mix well.
  7. Add milk and stir continuously. If you are lactose intolerant or you don’t like to add milk in salty food then you can skip and instead of milk add water.
  8. Stir continuously  otherwise milk will stick to the pan.
  9. When grated corn leaves the pan, it means it is cooked. This will take 15 to 20 minutes on low flame.
  10. Switch off the flame. Add lemon juice and mix well. Garnish with finely chopped Coriander leaves. Serve hot with love and smile.
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By Rajeshree Gandhi

Life is a journey of evolving roles, each with its own beauty and wisdom. From the structured world of academia to the ever-evolving realm of homemaking, I have embraced each phase with passion and grace. When my children settled into their own lives, I found myself with a renewed sense of purpose—to document and share the wealth of knowledge I have gathered over the years.

During the lockdown, I realized that my experiences in cooking, home remedies, and life’s simple yet profound lessons could serve as a source of inspiration for others. Meticulously and with great concern for the palate, gut health, overall well-being, and the emotional gratification of savoring each preparation, I began crafting a collection of love-filled, cherished recipes, time-tested remedies, and stories woven with warmth and wisdom.

I write under the name "Rajeshree's Kitchen", where I share detailed recipes—the kind that provide exact measurements for ingredients like salt and water, which are often left to personal interpretation in most other kitchen blogs. Additionally, I include practical tips with clear reasons behind them, ensuring that every piece of advice is rooted in understanding and experience. My aim is to make cooking approachable yet precise, helping readers not just recreate dishes but truly connect with the joy of cooking.

This endeavor is my way of preserving traditions, sharing insights, and connecting with those who seek both knowledge and comfort in life's everyday moments.

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