Upma is one of the most loved and popular Indian breakfasts. It can be made with rava, semiya, broken wheat, millets and oats. Today I am sharing upma recipe made from semiya/vermicelli. Vermicelli is known by various local names in India. It is known as Shavige in Kannada, Semiya, or Sevalu In Telugu, and Seviyan in North India. Another popular dish that is often made using vermicelli is vermicelli kheer....

If you’re looking for a simple, crowd-pleasing salad, you’ve found it in this healthy cucumber onion salad. This cucumber red onion salad is fresh, tangy, and perfect for summer with just 6 ingredients (plus salt and pepper) and a few minutes of hands-on prep. Enjoy it with marinated proteins at a BBQ or as a simple side to a plant-based spread! This definitely isn’t the first time that cucumbers have appeared in a simple summer salad on my blog....

Similar to my previously posted simple vegetable lo mein (chili garlic noodles with veggies), this easy vegetable stir-fry is a super versatile dish, perfect for clearing out your pantry/crisper drawer. While I’ve used a combination of mushrooms, bell pepper, bok choy, and carrot, there’s practically no end to the vegetables you can add to this veggie stir fry recipe. More so, serve the vegetable stir fry with noodles and the protein of your choice for a flavorful, nutrient-dense meal in under 20 minutes!...

For anyone looking to add that little extra spice to their food, chili is the way to go. Whether you’re using chili oil, chili flakes, chili paste, or this simple homemade chili sauce (aka red chilli sauce), there are tons of ways to embrace the heat! While many store-bought hot chili sauce options are packed with tons of ingredients and preservatives, this simple homemade chili sauce recipe is the ultimate base with just four simple ingredients and tons of ways to adapt it, if preferred....

Feb 27, 2023 Individual desserts which are pretty to look at and delicious to eat are my favorite to serve at festive parties. Whether it’s my Rasmalai Cake Jars, or Badam Halwa Jars, they are guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. Adding to that list are these Thandai Cake Jars. They are delicious, festive and so pretty to look at. These have a layer of eggless thandai cake, which I flavored with my homemade thandai powder....

Sometimes known as shrimp sauce, Yum Yum Sauce is a staple condiment of the Japanese steakhouse. Its thick creamy texture and distinctive tang not only make it a delicious addition to your sauce rotation, but it’s quick and easy to put together. Whether you’re drizzling or dipping, this homemade sauce is about to be your new favorite secret ingredient. Ingredients Mayonnaise: For a richer flavor, consider using full-fat mayonnaise – whether store-bought or homemade mayonnaise – when preparing the recipe....

For the longest time, my favorite year-round method for cooking asparagus was to roast asparagus in the oven. The dry heat caramelizes the sugars within and enhances the flavor while crisping up the outside for crispy, nutty, savory, slightly sweet veggie perfection. Now, you can achieve the same results in less than half the time, sometimes as low as just 3 minutes (!!), with this air fryer asparagus recipe! Plus, when you cook asparagus in an air fryer, it requires just a few minutes of prep, minimal fat, low clean up, and even less effort than sautéed asparagus....

When it comes to smoothies, and drinks in general, sweet and creamy is my ultimate go-to, which is probably why I love this guava drink. This tropical mocktail (or tropical cocktail, if you care to make it so) is fresh, fruity, and deliciously sweet. I already love guava juice, so why not introduce this special fruit to new drinks recipes. What is guava? This exotic (native to Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean) green-skinned fruit has a rich pink/red flesh and looks vaguely tomato-ish....

Feb 02, 2016, Updated May 07, 2023 Easy Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bark with layers of dark and white chocolate and topped with M&M’s® Strawberry. The perfect little gift for your loved one! I am all about personalized gifts and even better when they are homemade. My husband isn’t fond of anything, like nothing and I have mentioned this before on the blog. So it’s quite a challenge to gift him something on his birthday, our anniversary or valentine’s day....

Mar 05, 2021 Disclaimer: this is in no way an authentic recipe for Mapo Tofu. This dish is inspired by few vegan versions of mapo tofu that I have tried in restaurants and also from this recipe . I have also made it in a way which is more suitable to my palate (less heat) so this is far from an authentic Sichuan version. One of the main reasons I loved eating out was because you get to try so many new things when you eat out....

All of us love sandwiches. They are the most popular breakfast option for both young and elderly, especially with a cup of coffee or juice. A sandwich is your savior when you must leave for work or your kids run late for school. It just takes a few minutes to prepare and is really satisfying. Also, you have a variety of filling options to pick from, including cheese, a variety of spices and sauces, and a pool of veggies....

Feb 25, 2022 Ok I am sharing an easy recipe of Kadai Paneer here which uses a shortcut and gets done in 15 minutes. If you have been following me for a while, you know I love cooking from scratch and the classic recipe of Kadai Paneer is one of my absolute favorites. But there are days when I don’t want to do all those extra steps and want dinner quickly on the table....

Feb 04, 2016 When it comes to Valentine’s Day recipes I can’t think beyond chocolate! The fact that I am a chocoholic may or may not have to do anything with this! ? Actually this day gives me a reason to bake and eat as much as chocolate I can. Not that I ever need a reason to do either of them but when it’s Valentine’s Day I eat all the more!...

I often enjoy it as a refreshing snack. However, traditionally, it is a popular “banchan” (small shared side dish) and can be served alongside BBQ meats like Korean fried chicken and other summery picnic/cookout dishes. Preprate the garlic—you can grate it directly over the cucumber. Chop the green onions and add to the bowl. Then, add the rest of the ingredients and mix well until thoroughly combined. If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days....

Ashta is a popular “staple” ingredient when it comes to Middle Eastern desserts and is perfect for topping and filling your favorite pastries. So learning how to make this Lebanese clotted cream will ensure you have it when you need it. The process is simple and quick, resulting in a delicious rich ashta cream, just like I remember from my childhood. What is ashta This popular Arabic ingredient (aka qishta, kashta, and ghista) is a type of Middle Eastern clotted cream (similar to British clotted cream) made by heating and coagulating milk....

Jul 25, 2014, Updated Jan 02, 2018 I had no idea what an avocado looked like till I moved to US and now it’s one my favorite things to eat. Avocados are very rich in fats but at the same time super healthy. Confused? Well that’s because they are rich in monounsaturated fat – the good fat which keeps your heart healthy. Other than being rich in good fat, they also have plenty of magnesium and potassium in them and are also a good source of fiber....

Aug 17, 2016, Updated Jan 02, 2018 When you eat out mostly on weekends (like me!), you obviously try a lot of new stuff. I mean when you are eating out every Saturday and Sunday, you can’t be going to the same restaurants over and over again. Of course we do have our favorites and we go there often but we also regularly try new restaurants and cuisines. You might think that being a vegetarian we don’t have too many options but actually most of the cuisines have great vegetarian dishes, of course it takes a vegetarian to discover them!...

Mar 24, 2015, Updated Jan 02, 2018 Hello guys, sorry for missing in action for the last few days. I went on a mini vacation and I had planned to schedule my posts while I was away but you know sometimes there are just too many things on your platter especially at the last minute and so I was not able to do that. I carried my laptop along with me thinking that I would update from there but unfortunately the house I stayed in had no internet....

Apr 29, 2016, Updated May 07, 2023 What do you guys think about sheet cakes? They aren’t as popular as the round cakes but if you ask me to feed a crowd of 20 people, I would always make a sheet cake. First of all, they are so easy to make and then it’s so easy to slice and serve them. Whether it’s a birthday party or potluck or any get together, sheet cakes are the way to go....

Kurma is commonly known by various names such as khorma, korma, or qorma and is a popular dish that originated in South or Central Asia. This Beetroot kurma recipe is a delicious, spicy curry that you can use as a side dish for flatbreads, pooris, roti, chapati, or plain rice. I have used my mom’s recipe here. I have made this recipe in an Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. Check out my other favorite korma recipes like Mix Veg Kurma and Restaurant Style Navratan Korma made in Instant Pot....