24/08/2026
These are a couple of plates from last week! 😊
I usually prepare two sets of meals for breakfast and lunch, and what ends up on the plate depends on a mix of dietary needs, personal preferences, and, of course, how easily I can mix and match ingredients to make cooking quicker and still get everything else done.
I genuinely enjoy cooking, though every day has its own flavour! Some days are smooth and effortless, some are a little hair-pulling, some turn into unexpected culinary adventures, and some are completely **sattvik** and simple.
Cooking for a family of six means there’s always variety, and I happily embrace it. Most days, I actually love the challenge of putting together different meals that work for everyone—and yes, somehow, getting it all done too! ❤️
Breakfast was chapati with dal and black chana curry, with the sides depending on everyone’s individual preference—some wanted dal, while others preferred the black chana curry.
For lunch, we had rice with a drizzle of ghee, along with the black chana curry from breakfast, since some of us love having it with rice too. The rest of the meal was pudalangai kootu, tomato rasam, avarakkai curry, a simple carrot salad, and curd.
I usually cook just enough of each dish for those who specifically want it, which helps keep leftovers to a minimum. And if there are any leftovers, I simply work them into the next meal along with whatever I’m cooking for dinner. It’s all about a little planning, mixing and matching, and making the most of what’s already in the kitchen!
