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Mar 16, 2024 I love making fusion truffles inspired by Indian desserts like burfi truffles, paan truffles for festivals like Diwali and Holi. The festival of colors, Holi, is incomplete without gujiya and if you don’t want to do the whole process of making gujiya from scratch and still want to enjoy the taste of gujiya, then try these Gujiya truffles. Making gujiya from scratch takes time, and while I love doing that (and have such fond memories of making it with mom), over the years I have also come up with fun versions of it which are quick, easy to make and ideal to serve at parties and potlucks....

I don’t know what it is about lentils and mushrooms, but they are amazing ingredients for making delicious meatless meatballs that don’t taste like vegan meatballs. The texture and flavor are out of this world and, honestly, I prefer them to their meaty counterpart. More and more mushroom and pea-based vegan products have been entering our supermarkets in the past few years – from shroomdogs, mushroom “mince” and, of course, shroomballs....

Jul 07, 2022 Which ice cream immediately takes you to your childhood days? For me it is Choco bar and Feast! For those who grew up in India during the 90s would totally get what I am talking about. That ice cream cart vendor selling choco bar, mango twist, cornetto and feast would be my favorite person during summers. We would get money from mom once in a while to enjoy those summer treats and he would relish them so much....

This post has been a long time in the making; you wouldn’t believe how happy I am that it’s ready. This simple homemade almond milk yogurt is a great dairy-free yogurt recipe for any of you who are lactose intolerant, soy-free, and/or aren’t keen on homemade coconut yogurt yet want to make homemade yogurt easily at home. Just like my coconut yogurt though, this recipe took countless tried-and-failed attempts at getting it ‘just right’ to be able to make the perfect consistency of dairy-free yogurt....

Ranch dressing is a classic American salad dressing usually made from buttermilk, sour cream, sometimes mayonnaise, seasonings, herbs such as parsley, dill, and chives. It is one of the best-selling salad dressings in the United States. This buttermilk ranch dressing tastes fresh, creamy, herby, and tangy. The tang slightly comes from the sour cream and lemon juice. The herb flavors come from chives, dill, and parsley. You can use it as dressing for salads or dip for veggies, fries, or chips....

During tomato season I rush to make as many tomato-based dishes as possible while they’re at their ripest and juciest (like Caprese salad, Panzanella, tomato bruschetta, and Heirloom tomato salad). However, recipes like this stovetop/roasted tomato sauce from scratch are extra special. Because, you can make them during summer and freeze (or can) to enjoy for months to come! I’ve really enjoyed sharing my recent pasta-making pursuits, like this Potato Gnocchi, Vegan Pasta, Oat pasta, and Homemade Ricotta And Spinach Ravioli (among several other pasta recipes)....

Don’t be intimidated by eating an artichoke. If you’ve got the know-how, it’ll take pride of place on your next charcuterie board, crudité platter, or just as your appetizer of choice. When you enjoy artichokes, the main edible part is the “petals”. The heart of the artichoke can also be used, but the petals are best for dipping. Before you can eat them, of course, you need to rinse the artichokes, prep, and cook them....

Over the years, I’ve shared all sorts of simple almond DIYs on the blog, including almond butter, almond flour, almond yogurt, and almond milk (recently including a ‘2-minute’ hack!). Now it’s the turn of homemade almond paste – perfect for using in desserts and for almond croissants – delish! Using just three base ingredients, you can pull together this almond paste recipe in as little as 5 minutes (when using almond meal) and a maximum of 30 minutes if you’re blanching and processing whole almonds from scratch!...

If you’re looking for an all-purpose homemade dumpling dough ready to use for all sorts of stuffed creations, then these dumpling wrappers are for you and your dumplings, potstickers, wontons, gyoza. You certainly won’t run out of ideas any time soon. I love to make things from scratch, and DIYs have become my go-to for a couple of years now. From homemade butter, cream cheese, lentil or chickpea flour, to avocado oil, and now to these dumpling/gyoza wrappers....

After spending several days testing all the methods and hacks for how to peel garlic, not only does my entire apartment smell like garlic, but it doesn’t look like that’s set to abate with all the garlic recipes and DIYs I have coming up either. I’ve already posted my recipe for Lebanese garlic sauce (Toum), and I have a garlic aioli on the way. Now, however, it’s time to explore how to make garlic paste....

With how popular garlic is as an aromatic seasoning, it’s no surprise that there are plenty of ways to add it to your meals that save you the time and effort of having to peel garlic cloves. Since I love to make everything from scratch, I’ve already shared recipes for garlic paste, garlic powder, and even garlic-infused olive oil. Now, though, it’s time for this super simple and delicious homemade garlic salt recipe....

So if you are looking for “What to make with Cabbage”, I’ve got you covered with my favorite Indian style vegetarian Cabbage recipes from soups to sandwiches, to curries to the rice dish. What is Cabbage? Cabbage (also known as Patta Gobi in India), is a member of the cruciferous vegetable family which includes broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy, and brussels sprouts. There are many varieties of cabbage, from light green cabbage or red cabbage, to napa cabbage and savoy cabbage....

Mar 10, 2021 You won’t believe how easy it is! Perfect to enjoy with your favorite curries or stir-fry! Is rice good for you? This is like a never ending debate! I grew up in a family where rice was eaten every day. A meal would just not be complete until there was rice on the table. That’s because we belong to a region in India where rice was grown in abundance and my grand-father was a farmer, so we had rice farms!...

Nov 08, 2019, Updated May 28, 2023 If you love all the Instant Pot vegetarian/vegan recipes that I share on the blog, please join me on this Facebook Group – Instant Pot Vegetarian Recipes. The group would feature vegetarian instant pot recipes from all around the web! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. For more information on my Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please click here. Ever since I started making pasta in my Instant Pot, I haven’t made it any other way....

What is Matar Paneer? Matar means Green Peas, and Paneer is the Cottage cheese in Hindi. Matar Paneer is a North Indian dish loaded with fresh paneer and peas in onion tomato base gravy, and Indian spices. I have used store-bought paneer for this recipe, but homemade paneer tastes best. But if you don’t want to make paneer at home, then you can find paneer (cottage cheese) at your local grocery stores like Costco, or from Indian grocery stores....

One of the most cherished chilies in every Indian home is Kashmiri Mirch or Kashmiri chili powder. It differs from other red chili varieties in India with its vibrant red hue and somewhat mild heat. However, what makes this chili so special, and where did it originate? The Kashmir Valley is where the Kashmiri mirch first appeared. Kashmiri red chili powder has become a culinary staple due to its variety, which includes adding a deep color to curries and stews and being an essential component in tandoori chicken and biryanis....

Oct 23, 2024 Kesar (saffron) and pista (pistachios) is such a classic combination. It’s used in numerous desserts worldwide and particularly in Indian and Middle eastern desserts. When I was little, kesar pista kulfi was one of my favorites and I love using this flavor combination in my dessert recipes. For this year’s festive recipe, I combined the 2 flavors in this Kesar Pista Tiramisu. It has layers of saffron soaked ladyfingers at the base followed by saffron flavored mascarpone cheese and topped with pistachios....

Dosa is a South Indian, fermented crepe made from rice and black lentils. Since the regular version of Dosa is prepared using rice lentil batter high in carbohydrates, regular dosa cannot be a part of the keto diet. This Indian Style Keto Dosa recipe was inspired by headbangers kitchen (i just modified the measurements). After many tries, I was finally able to nail to make the perfect crispy almond flour dosa recipe....

It’s hard to imagine Indian cuisine without chutneys! Today, I’m sharing a versatile chutney called Yogurt Mint Chutney, made with fresh coriander, mint leaves, creamy yogurt and spices. It adds a refreshing, tangy flavor to a wide range of dishes. This chutney is a restaurant favorite, often served as a side dish alongside tandoori dishes like paneer tikka, tandoori broccoli, tandoori aloo, and various kebabs. It’s also perfect with samosas, pakoras, khaman dhokla, or any Indian appetizer....

Dec 22, 2016, Updated May 07, 2023 We are just 2 days away from Christmas! Hard to believe that in just few days 2016 will be over. This time of the year is always very exciting. There’s a festive atmosphere and also everyone is looking forward to a better tomorrow. There’s hope that the next year will be better than the one we are leaving behind. And I always believe that hope is what keeps you going....