I knew I couldn’t stay away from how to make pasta recipes for too long. When I posted my recent recipe for homemade potato gnocchi, it was only a matter of time before I fell down the pasta rabbit hole (one day, to be exact). Now it’s the turn of this delicious homemade spinach ravioli. Like most pasta dough, making homemade ravioli is actually surprisingly simple. In fact, easy, fresh, and delicious pasta is one of my new favorite homemade ventures....
Along with my usual fun kitchen DIYs, I’m finally enjoying sharing some delicious festive treats in the run-up to the Holidays. I’ve already shared ideas for party food like this Christmas tree pull-apart cheesy bread, a guide on how to roast chestnuts, and a delicious Simple Hot Cocoa Recipe (Including Hot Chocolate Bar/ party Ideas). Now it’s the turn of delicious homemade spiced apple cider (aka mulled apple juice or “Wassail”)....
If you’re looking for a delicious dairy-free whipped ream that works in the same way and has a wonderfully light and airy texture, then look no further than coconut whipped cream. All you need is a can of coconut milk (or homemade coconut cream), a little vanilla extract, and some sweetener of your choice. Plus it takes just minutes to whip up! Although you do need to chill the coconut milk first, so make sure to pop your cans in the fridge a day in advance....
Have you tried replacing rice with Quinoa yet? asked my friend. After our conversation, I got so motivated that, I went ahead and got a huge pack of Quinoa. Now I don’t know what to do with it 😢 Does this situation sound very familiar? I am sure many of you would have gone through this. Don’t get stressed or worry about it. Here, you can find a variety of healthy Quinoa Recipes Vegetarian, and hey, listen to the best part - you will surely not miss the Indian flavor....
Dec 07, 2023 I love having soups for dinner when it gets cold. And it has been so cold in the pacific northwest lately. More than cold, it has just been grey and rainy, which is so typical during this time of the year. You would think that I would have gotten used to it after living here for 12 years but this weather still gets to me. And it’s always during this time that I seek comfort in cozy meals like tomato gnocchi soup, broccoli cheddar soup and this beetroot tomato soup....
May 28, 2020, Updated May 22, 2023 Makes a comforting and hearty one-pot meal. Serve with a side of raita or yogurt. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. For more information on my Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please click here. We obviously eat a lot of rice. Have I told you guys my nana ji (maternal grandfather) was a farmer and had rice farms. Growing up, we never purchased rice from the market....
It is also known as Sihi kumbalakayi Sambaru or huli in Karnataka and kaddu Sambhar in North India. What is Sambar ? Sambar is a South Indian lentil, and vegetable stew made with lentils, tamarind, and a unique blend spice blend together called sambar powder. Homemade Sambar Powder Dry roast the following spices in a pan on medium-low heat until fragrant, around 3 to 4 minutes. 1 tablespoon coriander seeds (dhaniya) 1 tablespoon chana dal (skinned split bengal gram) ½ teaspoon cumin(jeera) seeds 1 teaspoon urad dal (skinned split black gram) 4-5 dried red chilies (or more to taste) ½ teaspoon methi seeds (fenugreek seeds)...
Kibbeh is one of my favorite comfort foods from my childhood (along with sfiha and fatayer). I especially like the stuffed and baked versions! Kibbeh balls combine a soft, crispy meat shell with a super juicy meat filling. And the baked kibbeh sandwiches the filling between shell layers. Both of these taste amazing as an appetizer, side, or mezze with dips! If you’re a big fan of Lebanese cuisine, you can check out this and over 100+ other Lebanese recipes in my cookbook, Lebanese Cuisine: The Authentic Cookbook!...
If you try this Molokia recipe, let me know how it goes in the comments below. I’d appreciate a recipe card rating and would love to see your recipe recreations – tag me on Instagram @Alphafoodie! Generous amounts of garlic and cilantro, key ingredients, are added to boost the dish’s unique and robust flavor. Whether you’re using fresh, dried, or frozen leaves – since fresh ones aren’t always handy – this stew mixes these crucial bits with chicken and chicken broth....
What is Lassi? Lassi is a popular, traditional, yogurt-based drink that originates from the Indian subcontinent. Indian Lassi is a blend of yogurt, water or milk, spices, and/or fruit. Plain sweet lassi and salt lassi (without fruits) are the most popular in India. On the other hand, Mango lassi is one of the most popular drinks served in restaurants in the USA. What is Mango Lassi? Mango lassi is a yogurt-based drink, made from yogurt, milk, mango pulp (fresh, frozen, or canned mango pulp), sugar, and flavored with cardamom....
Jun 28, 2024 I love a good tiramisu and whenever I get an opportunity, I end up creating an Indian spin on it. Few years back, I shared this gulab jamun tiramisu during Diwali which you guys absolutely loved. I have also made biscoff tiramisu (but never got around sharing the recipe) and so this year during the mango season, I gave tiramisu a mango spin and made mango tiramisu....
If you’re as obsessed with matcha tea and drinks like this Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte, then it’s officially time to transfer that matcha obsession over to your food too, with these matcha high-protein waffles.With just a few ingredients and a simple process, you can whip up a batch of these matcha waffles in no time. If the beautiful green flavor isn’t enough to catch your eye, then you’ll love the earthy, slightly sweet flavor of the matcha powder combined with high-protein quinoa flour and unrefined coconut sugar....
If you’ve been following me on my Insta stories (or my blog), then you’ll know that I’ve been busy trying and sharing breakfast recipes from across the globe, and somehow I had yet to post the British classic that is a Full English breakfast (or, in this case, a vegetarian full English breakfast!). Now, I’m not about to claim that everyone in the UK is eating this daily, but I would be surprised to find out that any brit hadn’t had a traditional English breakfast at least once (or a dozen) times in their life!...
Today I am sharing an easy, and one of my favorite chutney recipes after coconut chutney, and onion chutney. Its called Tomato Onion Chutney. This chutney is a popular recipe from South Indian states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. Each household has its own unique version, and it can be prepared in various ways. It can be served with idli, dosa, uttapam, or any other South Indian breakfast....
Mar 06, 2020, Updated May 23, 2023 The cardamom, fennel, peppercorn, rose, saffron gives these cookies a distinct flavor, so good with coffee. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. For more information on my Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please click here. Hope you guys have been enjoying my holi recipes. For Indian festivals, I always try to come up with recipes that are not only easy to make but also look and taste good....
If you’ve never candied fruit before, you’re in for a treat. Forget about those hard lemon drops that you used to buy at the store, and make your own delicious lemon flavor to savor and enjoy. It’s a simple process that offers amazing flavors and tastes. My Candied Orange Slices recipe is proof! The candied lemon flavor pairs perfectly with cakes, cupcakes, or even a serving of Greek yogurt. If you’re a citrus addict like I am, these dried lemon slices with sugar are divine....
It is back to school time, and an ideal breakfast or school lunch recipe that comes to my mind is this Smashed chickpea sandwich along with Potato sandwich and Spinach corn sandwich. Creamy, flavorful, packed with fiber and plant-based protein. A great way to start the day. It is made with just a handful of simple ingredients, most of which are you already have in your pantry and can be whipped up in 10 minutes....
Stir-fries are already one of my favorite meals to throw together in no time and enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal. But when they double up as a healthy, cost-effective, yet restaurant-quality fakeout… even better! If you’re a fan of Chinese beef and broccoli, you’ll love this pepper steak, which is really similar, but swaps out the broccoli for bell peppers and onion. Delicious! For this quick and easy pepper steak recipe, thinly sliced steak is lightly marinated and cooked until tender and juicy....
Simple pasta dishes like pasta Aglio e olio (garlic and olive oil), baked feta tomato pasta, and spaghetti Bolognese are a low-fuss family staple for busy evenings – I’m sure everyone will love this recipe. Especially if you, like me, prepare massive batches of this homemade spaghetti sauce to refrigerate or freeze for later. Did I mention it even tastes better on day two!? With just 9 base ingredients, a simple method, and a long simmer (with just the occasional stir), this recipe for spaghetti sauce is ready to impress in all kinds of hearty meals like spaghetti Bolognese, lasagna, and more....
Sep 28, 2015, Updated May 07, 2023 I love how everything is so seasonal in US. Like the blogging world is full of peaches and berries in summer and then everyone goes crazy with apples and pumpkins in fall and then with mint during the holidays. It’s like you are supposed to bake and cook with certain things during specific months. I find it really fun and interesting. Ever since I have been in US, I really look forward to the season change....
