Jun 09, 2021, Updated Jun 12, 2024 It gets really hot in summers in Delhi. I am talking about temperatures like 115 F degrees and back in the 90s, we also used to have frequent power cuts in that crazy heat. It’s amazing how we adapt to life situations. Now, I can’t imagine being able to withstand that heat but back then, it was just fine. We were fine even when we didn’t get electricity for days....
Biryani is a favorite for many. If you have tried my vegetable biryani, paneer biryani, I am sure you will love this mushroom biryani. The addition of mushrooms elevates it to another level. I have used white button mushrooms for this recipe, but you can also use any variety. This spicy mushroom biryani is delicious and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special celebration. You can also check out other mushroom recipes like mushroom fried rice, mushroom masala, and cream of mushroom soup....
North Indians and their love for paratha is no secret to the world. North India is widely renowned for its obsession with parathas. This Indian bread is rich with butter (or ghee) and nothing short of fantastic. The highlight, though? It offers space for experimentation. What is a Paratha? Paratha (also known as parantha, parauntha, prontha, parontay, or parotta) is a type of Indian flatbread native to South Asia, particularly in India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh....
When I perfected stove-top boiled eggs, check here for the top tips to make easy peel hard-boiled eggs, I thought that was it for me. Then I discovered air fryer boiled eggs, which require even less “babysitting,” no water, and take less time. But, for those without an air fryer, Instant Pot hard-boiled eggs are the best and most consistent method so far – especially when it comes to being the easiest peel ever!...
May 07, 2016, Updated Jan 02, 2018 India has a very rich culture, that is of course well known all over the world. However I think how rich and diverse our food is not really known. Indian food in the west is synonyms with curry and naan. And that actually is just a fraction of our food. Each state in India has it’s own cuisine, which is totally different from one another....
Feb 10, 2016, Updated May 07, 2023 It’s the week of all things red and pink and of course chocolates! You guys know the first dessert I ever baked was a brownie. And this was when I was in school, so way way back. And we didn’t have an oven, it was unusual for anyone to own an oven those days in India. So I baked in the microwave, using a recipe on the back of a box of cocoa powder....
If you’re looking for a dish that’s sophisticated enough for a dinner party, impressive enough for date night, and super quick and simple to prepare, this quick pan seared Chilean sea bass recipe is a must-try. It’s so tender, juicy, and flavorful that it practically melts in the mouth. Plus, you can have it from the kitchen to the table in just 15 minutes, and there’s minimal prep or clean-up, making this the best seared Chilean sea bass ever....
Nov 30, 2016, Updated Jan 02, 2018 When I used to live in India, my idea of a pizza was pretty much limited to a pizza topped with onion, tomato and green pepper. You see that was what we used to get as far as vegetarian pizza was concerned. Actually there were mushrooms and corn too but on an average that’s what everyone ate for a vegetarian pizza. Other than that there were paneer pizzas which I was never a fan of....
Oct 10, 2013, Updated Jul 03, 2015 What do you do if you have a lot of milk bottles lying in your fridge. Make kheer! Yes, that’s what I do usually. I think kheer is the easiest dessert you can make in a jiffy. So if you have some guests over for dinner and you are running short of ideas on what to make for dessert, opt for kheer. You can hardly go wrong with it....
May 05, 2024 During my childhood, we didn’t eat out much. But whenever we did, we only ate Indian food (how ironic!). And most Indian restaurants would always serve mint chutney and a bowl of sirke wale pyaaz along with the meal. I remember we would sometimes finish the onions with chutney even before the food was served! I always loved eating those round pink onions dipped in vinegar. And now I love making them at home too....
Today, I am sharing a simple sprout salad with mung bean sprouts, carrots, cucumber, onions, tomatoes, and roasted peanuts, to make a colorful, crunchy, and nutritious salad. To make it South Indian kosambari style, you can add freshly grated coconut and a tempering of mustard seeds, cumin, curry leaves, and asafoetida to the salad. It is served as a side dish at most weddings and festive occasions. Growing up, my mom made this salad at least once a week at our home, along with other favorites, hesarubele southekayi kosambari, and hesarubele carrot kosambari....
I’m no stranger to hearty, savory breakfast dishes – savory oatmeal, Mexican huevos rancheros, Trinidad salted cod Buljol, and Korean vegetable pancakes are just a few of the hearty breakfast recipes I’ve already shared. Now it’s the turn of this sweet potato breakfast hash. This vegetarian hash combines sweet potatoes, mixed vegetables, and optionally eggs for a breakfast packed with flavor, fiber, and nutrients, and what is a perfect addition to any brunch table....
A basic chicken salad recipe is a must-have for anyone who loves quick, easy, super versatile dishes. This salad combines simple, inexpensive ingredients (like leftover cooked chicken, mayo, mustard, red onion, and celery) to prepare a creamy, filling, high-protein salad that can be thrown together in minutes and is perfect during summer and all year at picnics, potlucks, BBQs, and for at-home or on-the-go lunches. Even better, this easy chicken salad recipe is meal-prep friendly and almost endlessly versatile – both with what you choose to add to it and how you serve it....
Dont have an Instant Pot? Dont worry I have shared the recipe for the stovetop pressure cooker below. What is Pav Bhaji? Pav Bhaji is a Maharashtrian-style classic Indian dish. Bhaji, a curry composed of various vegetables, onions, chilies, potatoes, and pav used to soak up the flavorful curry, makes up its two key components. Add some butter on the top, and you’re ready to go. Which is the Best Pav Bhaji Masala?...
This delicious oven-roasted salmon is my basic, tried-and-tested recipe. It is simple to prepare, requires just a handful of pantry basics, and is ready, kitchen to table, in just 25 minutes! I am sharing a practically effortless method—no long marinating period is required—just brush fillets with the lemon and garlic mix and bake to perfection. Serve alongside your favorite veggies and grain for a simple, delicious, and nutritious meal any time!...
Stuffed dates are a must-try for anyone searching for a new appetizer or snack for almost any occasion. They look fancy while being so easy to prepare, and with almost endless flavor varieties, they’re practically a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. And let’s not forget the many benefits of dates, either. Between dinner parties, potlucks, Christmas, Ramadan, game days, and more – these stuffed Medjool dates will fit right in and disappear in moments....
Not only is it delicious, but this fresh and zesty tuna noodle salad is also super quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Plus, it’s economical, meal prep friendly, customizable (to diet and flavor preferences), versatile, and travels fairly well too. It’s a must-have at any picnic or BBQ alongside corn ribs, grilled peach burrata salad, and more. Ingredients You only need simple and inexpensive kitchen and pantry staples to pull together this recipe....
This mango smoothie proves time and time again that simplicity is sometimes the best route for flavor. Why overcomplicate this mango pineapple smoothie recipe if you really don’t have to? With its tropical flavors and thick texture, you can almost mistake it for mango lassi. What is most addictive about this summertime smoothie recipe is the natural sweetness of the pineapple and mango. Because of those two additions, this dairy-free and vegan smoothie recipe needs no extra added sugar at all....
May 20, 2014, Updated Jan 02, 2018 After making these flourless almond cookies, my mind has been churning out new ideas to make more flourless and vegan stuff. The thing with flourless is that it makes me feel less guilty of eating desserts. Baking is something I am addicted to and CANNOT do without and so to cut down on the guilt of eating these goodies regularly, I am constantly thinking of healthier options....
Feb 02, 2014, Updated May 07, 2023 Pancakes are tasty but not always healthy. The ones we get to eat in restaurants are made from all purpose flour but you can make them healthier by making pancakes from whole wheat flour. I have grown to love the taste of whole wheat so much, I think it’s a taste that you acquire over time and then you get so used to it that you don’t like anything else....
