Sep 12, 2016, Updated Mar 24, 2019 [Thanks all for your good wishes for my mom, I really appreciate it.] Are you a tofu fan? I have already told you guys that I am definitely not one. I mean it’s fine, I don’t mind it but I don’t love it. I think this is the problem with most Indians. We are so used to the taste and flavor of paneer and tofu is similar to it and when there comes a choice, we obviously always pick paneer....

May 15, 2020, Updated May 22, 2023 The best of both worlds and one of my favorite fusion recipes! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. For more information on my Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please click here. It has been on my mind for quite a while to make a vegetable lasagna inspired by Indian flavors. This recipe is of course not for the purists, this is just my fun Indian take on the Italian lasagna....

Jul 01, 2015, Updated May 07, 2023 I have mentioned this before that I prefer no-bake and mini cheesecakes over the huge ones because the regular sized cheesecakes are so heavy that I am never able to finish a slice. And also it’s difficult for the 2 of us to finish a 9 or 10 inch cheesecake! I mean that stuff is heavy. We went to The Cheesecake Factory a lot of times in the past few weeks, the reason was my brothers who just fell in love with their cheesecakes....

This zucchini soup is one of my go-tos when I want something warm and comforting. It’s super healthy loaded with fresh zucchinis and has a hint of cheddar cheese to give it that extra bit of flavor. And best of all, this recipe never fails to satisfy. It’s incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few staple ingredients and a bit of time to simmer to perfection. Serve it with your favorite crusty bread or croutons, or freeze it for later....

Nov 04, 2022, Updated May 07, 2023 Chai time is probably the best time of the day for everyone in India. All our talks, meetings, discussions everything always revolves around chai. Everyone in India drinks at least 2 cups of chai everyday, one in the morning and the other in evening. And of course if anyone comes to your place, you have to serve them chai. It doesn’t matter if it’s 12 in noon or 11 at night, chai is a must....

May 08, 2020, Updated May 22, 2023 This stir-fry comes together quickly and pairs well with rice. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. For more information on my Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please click here. I love mushrooms but the problem is that more often than not I have to eat it all by myself. Sarvesh isn’t a fan and it’s very hard for him to eat mushrooms, except when they are very finely minced ....

Beetroot is a superfood that has several health advantages. It is rich in minerals, has a high antioxidant content, and can aid in weight loss, blood purification, and heart health improvement. Given these advantages, you should include beetroot paratha in your diet. This Indian Beetroot paratha is made from vegetable puree similar to palak paratha, avocado paratha. The best part? You can also make it protein-rich by adding tofu, paneer, soya, and more....

Soup is one of the easiest ways to pack a lot of nutrition into your diet. You can easily customize the produce and seasonings according to the region and availability. This Lentil Vegetable Soup needs significantly less prep and is easy to make in an Instant Pot in under 30 minutes. Enjoy it with a side of crusty bread, or serve it over basmati rice and salad on the side....

If you see the word caviar and feel immediately put off, I don’t blame you. Raw fish eggs have never sounded very tasty to me. I much prefer my Texas cowboy caviar recipe – or Texas Caviar, as some call it. It is packed with the authentic flavors and spices of the South and its Latin American neighbors. This naturally vegan recipe for cowboy caviar uses plenty of fresh vegetables....

Nov 12, 2020, Updated May 07, 2023 They are lightly sweetened and filled with a sweet aroma from the rose water. We all love cookies, don’t we? I never need a reason to bake them but the festive season gives that extra nudge to bake some. Nankhatai is my favorite Indian cookie, the flavors of ghee, cardamom and that crumbly texture, it is just a delight to the taste buds....

Mushrooms are an amazingly versatile ingredient. Whether you’re sauteing them to crispy perfection, adding as a filling to dumplings, cooking up into hearty mushroom ragu, adding to coffee, or using them to make a vegan fried chicken – like these air fried oyster mushrooms or this mushroom shawarma – you’ll never run out of ideas! This crispy oyster mushrooms recipe yields wonderfully “fried” oyster mushrooms with a breaded coating and tender, juicy middle....

Sep 17, 2021, Updated Oct 17, 2021 Dosas of all kinds have a special place in my heart. They are filling, easy to make and taste so good. Give me some chutney on the side with my dosa and I can eat it pretty much every day of the week. While traditional dosas made with rice and lentils like this masala dosa are my favorite, I also love some quick dosa fixes like this rava dosa and this moong dal dosa that I am sharing with you today....

Recently I’ve become mildly obsessed with simple, homemade chopped salads like this chopped Greek salad, rainbow veggie salad, and now this easy Asian salad recipe (aka Asian slaw). It combines crisp, crunchy veggies, roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, and a simple but super aromatic, slightly sweet, and tangy Asian sesame dressing. The resulting dish lies somewhere between an Asian chopped salad recipe and an Asian slaw recipe – and I’m 100% on board!...

The traditional dal makhani recipe has pressure-cooked whole urad and a handful of cooked red kidney beans added to a gravy of onion, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, and Indian spices. The dal is then simmered for hours or slow-cooked and topped with either cream and/or butter. This Punjabi-style dal makhani is usually served in Indian Restaurants as part of a buffet or can be ordered separately. It is traditionally served with jeera rice, or Indian bread....

Date seed coffee is THE caffeine-free coffee alternative to try this year! It’s simple to make and is a great way to reduce food waste, one pit at a time! After making a large batch of date syrup last week, I was left with two ‘waste products’; a date paste and date seeds… But there was no way I was about to waste them at all. Instead, I discovered a way to turn those date pits into date seed powder which, as it turns out, makes an excellent date seed coffee substitute that is gluten-free, caffeine-free, non-acidic, yet contains a natural energy boost....

It’s taken me a while to get this homemade chocolate hazelnut butter to the point that I can now, officially, consider it a ‘homemade vegan Nutella’. After lots of recipe testing, I think I’ve finally hit the nail on the head! This spread is chocolatey, rich, and super-duper addictive- Not to mention that it uses all-natural ingredients and is 100% refined sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten-free – Bonus! As much as I have loved to eat Nutella as a child and growing up, the sugar content alone is pretty crazy....

Perfectly seasoned and cooked to juicy perfection, air fryer chicken thighs have minimal prep time. With the air fryer’s convenience, they will also be ready in no time. Plus, this is a versatile dish – ideal for quick weeknight meals or a delicious addition to salads, wraps, or sandwiches! Watch how to air fry chicken thighs Ingredients Here is what you need for chicken thighs in the air fryer....

Simple, old-fashioned chicken and rice soup recipes are comfort food at its finest, prepared using inexpensive kitchen and pantry ingredients. This recipe combines flavorful chicken broth with juicy, tender chicken, hearty rice, and flavorful veggies. Plus, this soup comes together really quickly! If you’re craving a flavorful chicken soup with fewer carbs, I think you might enjoy my simple chicken soup. How to make chicken and rice soup Prepare the vegetables: First, finely dice the onion, carrot, and celery, and mince the garlic....

I had never tasted this dessert made using canned pineapple earlier. But, thanks to my friend Gouri, who introduced this dessert a few years back. At Dhwani’s 3rd birthday party, I made this easy four ingredients creamy pineapple dessert, and it was a big hit with kids and adults. I served this up in mini parfait cups and added some whipped cream and a piece of pineapple on top. Yum!...

Apr 27, 2015, Updated May 07, 2023 As much as I love baking, I have a different kind of addiction to french pastry. I adore it, I find it magical and can never have enough of it. Whenever I get free time, I try to read about it and absorb as much as I can. Few months back, I did a class in French Pastry at Sur La Table. It was 3 hour class and I had such a great time....