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Chukku Kappi (Herbal "Coffee" With Coriander & Ginger)

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  Chukku Kappi Chukku Kappi is a delicious and refreshing herbal beverage - in spite of the word Kappi (coffee), there is no coffee nor caffeine in the ancient recipe! I was reminded of this beverage when Keeshu found a jar at the Indian market and wanted to try it; it listed coffee as one of the ingredients - you are welcome to add ground coffee or tea leaves to this recipe if you like. I love the caffeine-less original recipe suitable for all ages, all times, and diets; so here it is :). Chukku Kappi is quite similar to Ginger Tea using fresh ginger; it is quite easy and simple to make. It is served as a home remedy for cold/cough or indigestion. I keep a jar of it in my cupboard and quickly make some as needed. Some recipes include cardamom, cumin, cloves, fennel seeds and the holy basil; add them to your "coffee" if you wish. Chukku Kappi ingredients   Ground Chukku Kappi   About 6 cups Ingredients: 2 T Coriander Seeds 1" Knob wh...

Thai Style Chili-Garlic Sauce (Nam Prik)

Isn't it amazing to see chili sauces in every cuisine? Since Paji gallantly rises to the occasion to test (taste) them all, I experiment with them to my heart's content :}! Thai Style Chili-Garlic Sauce is wonderful to have on hand to spice up Chinese, Thai and other dishes besides being a fabulous table condiment. Apparently some people enjoy spreading this chili sauce on toasts! Although one can easily buy Nam Prik at stores, I like to make my own since I can make sure it has healthy ingredients. Also, the salt, sugar, and tamarind can be adjusted to your taste. It lasts a long time if kept in sterilized jars in the fridge. Tamarind paste and palm sugar are available at Indian and Asian markets. Ingredients: 8 - 12 Fresh or Dry hot Red Chilies, stemmed 5 cloves Fresh Garlic, peeled 5 Fresh Shallots, peeled 2 tsp instant Tamarind Paste 2 tsp Palm or Brown sugar 2 tsp Sea Salt 4 Tbsp Vegetable Oil Method: Finely mince the garlic, shallots, (and chilies if fresh); a food ...