It is known as Sambaru or huli in Karnataka, Kuzhambu in Tamilnadu, and Sambhar in North India due to different dialects, but its preparation is the same. What is Sambar? Sambar is a South Indian lentil, and vegetable stew made with lentils, tamarind, and a unique blend of spices called sambar powder. This is a must-have accompaniment for popular South Indian breakfast and lunch recipes like Idli, Dosa, Medu Vada, Steamed Rice, etc....

If you’ve spent any time at all on TikTok (or even Instagram, now) recently, then you’ll probably have come across the #tortillatrend/#tortillahack/#wraphack that’s doing the rounds at the moment. As I spent most of December in a TikTok-fuelled haze of obsession – I had no idea that a video I shared on the 29th of December for a twist on a healthy wrap/vegan quesadilla was about to become part of a viral ‘tortilla hack’ trend....

Apr 14, 2024 Vrat means fast so these vrat wale aloo is a potato dish which is made especially during religious fasts like Navratri, Ekadashi etc. There are some rules which need to be followed when it comes to food if you keep these fasts like you can’t eat salt, usually no grains, onion or garlic is allowed either. I personally never kept these fasts growing up but my parents always did....

This Garlic & Dill Yogurt Dip is high in protein, uses simple ingredients in the refrigerator and pantry, and takes just 5 minutes to make. You can call this yogurt garlic sauce, herbed greek yogurt dip, or lemon yogurt sauce. You can use it as a dip, sauce, or dressing. Try this dip with some chips, french fries, or raw veggies for your next Superbowl party, and let me know what your guests think....

Apr 05, 2018, Updated Apr 20, 2018 Do you guys like to have your Indian meal with some chutney or pickle on the side? Ever since I can remember, we always had some or the other chutney on our table for lunch. And yes there was always pickle on the table too. My nani (grandmother) made the best red chili pickle and I was so obsessed with it as a child....

Sep 04, 2014, Updated May 07, 2023 How was your long weekend? Mine was great, we went to Yellowstone National Park! The place is stunningly beautiful, I had never seen something so scenic in my life. It was so fascinating and exciting to spot bisons, deer, elks on roads. The weather played spoilsport on the day we arrived but it was bright and beautiful for the rest of our stay....

Do you worry that your forthcoming dinner will include brinjal? Many individuals either like baingan (brinjal) or absolutely avoid eating it. And if you belong to the latter group, let me convince you otherwise about this delectable vegetable. Brinjal dishes abound in Indian cuisine. You may enjoy this vegetable however you choose, from appetizers to main courses. You must be familiar with Achari Baingan, Hyderabadi Bagara Baingan, Yenegai, Vangi Bhath, and Baingan Ka Bharta, but have you ever heard of aloo baingan?...

Jan 18, 2020 This simple potato stir-fry is made in mustard oil and uses minimal spices. One of my goals this year for the blog is to share more recipes that I grew up eating. I tend to ignore them, thinking who would want to read about them. But last year I shared making aloo bhujia on my Instagram stories and so many reached out to me to share the recipe....

Today I have prepared this dish in my electric pressure cooker, Instant Pot DUO60 6 QT. Ingredients Potato: I recommend using baby potatoes for Bombay aloo recipe, in case you can’t find them, then you can cut the medium-sized potatoes into 1 - 1.5 inch cubes. Spices: I have used ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, red chili powder, chaat masala, garam masala, amchur powder, cumin seeds, and salt. Oil: I use olive oil for cooking....

If you’re an avocado lover, you’ll know that the hundreds of memes and jokes about how a fresh avocado can turn from under-ripe to ruined in the blink of an eye are sadly quite accurate. And, as someone who tries to reduce food waste but also loves avocado toast and often buys them in bulk, I thought it was time I learned how to freeze avocados! Can you freeze avocados?...

Dec 20, 2015, Updated Jan 02, 2018 Christmas is this Friday! Eeeks, how did that happen? I just keep telling myself everyday that 2015 is almost over, it’s really hard to believe! This year went by in a blink of an eye. I still remember that we thought of buying a house in February this year and then next 3 month were completely crazy with the whole house hunting thing....

Trying to figure out what to make for everyday breakfast or lunch can be tricky. You want something easy to whip up with healthy ingredients that will give you energy all day. Sandwich is always a good choice, especially with chickpeas and avocados for vegans and vegetarians. Use your favorite bread, either whole-grain or sourdough, to make the sandwich, cut it in half, and enjoy! I would not suggest storing leftover chickpea avocado mixture overnight in the refrigerator....

Feb 19, 2015, Updated May 07, 2023 On every special occasion like hubby’s birthday, our wedding anniversary or Valentine’s Day I spend a considerable amount of time thinking what to buy for him but ultimately I end up giving him a simple sweater or a shirt with a card. You know why it’s so difficult because he is not fond of anything! I mean nothing! He isn’t fond of clothes, shoes, watches, perfumes, electronics, games etc etc....

Aug 29, 2023 I don’t know about you but I absolutely love besan ladoo. It is definitely one of my favorite Indian sweets (along with rasmalai and motichoor ladoo). My nani used to make it at home when we were kids and so I also have a lot of nostalgia associated with it. It is one mithai which I make every Diwali, without fail. You must check out my complete guide on besan ladoo which will make you an expert in making them at home!...

These stuffed chana parathas are protein-rich and nutritious, making them a healthy option for kids’ lunch boxes. Serve them with homemade yogurt and pickles for a complete meal. I often make Chole Paratha when I have excess cooked chole left over from making chana masala curry. If you like chickpeas, then check out more Chickpea Recipes Chickpea Coconut Curry Beetroot Chickpea Stir Fry Chickpeas Biryani Chickpea Cucumber Salad Chana Paratha Ingredients Wheat flour: I used whole wheat flour....

I love roasted cauliflower (and any veg); it’s just a cut above the usual steamed/boiled options – crispy, crunchy, with a little ‘bite’ and packed with flavor from seasonings (which are super easily adjustable!). This air fryer cauliflower is no different – it’s crispy, ready in just 20 minutes in the Air Fryer (total of 25 minutes with the prep). I’ve already shared Easy Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Wings; now it’s the turn for this lighter air-fried cauliflower....

If you want to ditch the fast-food restaurants but still enjoy super crispy fried chicken breast at home (aka comfort food at its best), it’s the perfect time to learn how to fry chicken breast. This buttermilk chicken breast is super tender and juicy in the middle with a perfectly crispy coating for finger-licking good chicken the entire family will love. My method relies on all the top tips I’ve learned to make delicious Southern-style buttermilk fried chicken in a flavorful, smoky, spicy batter....

This healthy rainbow cucumber sushi is the perfect way to eat more vegetables. It’s delicious, nutritious, and extremely customizable. Below, I share my favorite veggie combo, but you can use your preferred ones or whatever you have to hand. I love to serve it with an avocado dip or sriracha mayo, but again, you can opt for your favorite dipping sauce. These cucumber slices can be enjoyed year-round, but their fresh and crunchy taste is a great addition to any summer potlucks and BBQ cookouts....

I could write an ode to tomato ketchup – it’s the condiment that we all need in our lives, even if it doesn’t appear in most food photos (it’s just not super glamorous is it?). It’s a guilty pleasure that I like to add to so many dishes, though! And this simple homemade ketchup recipe is one of my favorite DIYs for allowing you to be 100% in control of the ingredients....

This easy chicken piccata recipe will give you a taste of Italy from the comfort of your home. Smothering sauce over chicken with capers and lemon, this briny, slightly sweet dish makes an impressive weekday dinner or the star attraction at a dinner party. How to make it Prepare the chicken: To start the lemon chicken piccata, you need to prepare the chicken breast (butterfly it). Begin by slicing the chicken breasts through the middle to be a similar thickness – about ½ inch....