Oct 28, 2021 Now that I showed you guys how easy it is to make badam halwa in Instant pot, let’s take it a notch up and make halwa jars! When I had the halwa, I thought sure it tastes great but lacks in presentation. And to make up for simple presentation, I thought of making halwa jars with it. Just a little effort and halwa transforms into a fancy looking dessert....
Feb 03, 2015, Updated May 07, 2023 If you have been following my blog for a while, you would know that I love French Macarons. To be honest I am extremely fascinated by French Pastry and can never have enough of it. Even though I don’t have any formal training, I try to learn about it as much as I can through books and internet. In my opinion, there isn’t possibly a better cookie than French Macarons!...
As much as I love a sweet treat, I’m not much of a cookie baker. I’ve shared a few of my tippy-top options, like ooey-gooey vegan chocolate chip cookies and these orange Christmas sugar cookies. But generally, you’ll see me digging into quick breads and cakes. So when I tell you that anyone can make and enjoy these chocolate pinwheel cookies, I’m not overstating it! Not only do these swirl sugar cookies look and taste great, but the process is actually surprisingly simple!...
Jul 20, 2017, Updated Jan 02, 2018 Cool off during hot days with these refreshing Coconut Honey Basil Popsicles. Made with only 4 ingredients! We are more than half way through summer, honestly I don’t even know where the last 1.5 years went by. I was so busy shuttling between India and USA and taking care of mom that I never realized how days and weeks were passing by. This year from January till July, I was in both Delhi and Seattle each month, yeah can you guys believe it?...
If you are trying to lose weight, there’s one ingredient that most people swear by. Yes, it is Oats. From oats chilla, oats upma, masala oats, oats kheer, and whatnot, this ingredient is versatile and healthy to the core. Today I am sharing curd oats recipe, which is quite similar to the classic South Indian style of curd rice. The only replacement is oats in it. All you need to prepare this are a few ingredients like curd, oats, mustard seeds, oil, and curry leaves for tadka (tempering)....
I love enjoying delicious creamy drinks any time of the year and a banana milkshake can be enjoyed any time of the year (lucky me!). This wonderfully smooth and creamy recipe is perfect for all your banana shake desires! Plus, all you need is a few ingredients, a blender, and about three minutes to whip up the ultimate simple banana milkshake. Watch the video How to make a banana milkshake This recipe couldn’t be simpler....
With a combination of tart green apple, crunchy broccoli, fresh bell pepper, crisp cucumber, and a sweet and tangy honey-mustard dressing (easily veganized), this simple broccoli apple salad (aka broccoli crunch salad) is packed with flavor and texture! It’s the perfect addition to your lunch/dinner table, potlucks, picnics, dinner parties, and Thanksgiving… really, almost anywhere you can imagine wanting to serve this easy broccoli salad! Sweet, tangy, crunchy broccoli apple salad While I usually eat my broccoli cooked in recipes, there’s something absolutely wonderful about the fresh, crisp crunch of raw broccoli in a salad like this (or Asian broccoli salad)....
Just when you think that homemade French fries and potato wedges couldn’t get better, you discover this French fry seasoning recipe and realize just how wrong you truly were. As much as salted fries are delicious, this fry seasoning really makes you never want to eat fries another way again. This Cajun fries seasoning is salty, savory, a little spicy, and all delicious – perfect for making restaurant-quality fries! All you need for this homemade French fry seasoning is just 10 ingredients....
There is nothing quite like caramel fudge! This homemade caramel fudge has only 4 ingredients: sweetened condensed milk, milk, demerara sugar and butter. It’s really easy to make and it would also be a perfect edible gift! Caramel fudge is not only incredibly simple to make, but it tastes amazing! It has a gorgeous smooth melt-in-the-mouth texture that will have you coming back for more. Most importantly, though, this old-fashioned homemade caramel fudge can be enjoyed with so many things!...
Feb 25, 2014, Updated Jun 17, 2024 I am not an expert in making french macarons but there are few things that I have learned over time. Each step is critical in making perfect french macarons and your whole recipe can go for a toss if you miss out on any one of these. So here are few basic points which will help you in baking perfect french macarons....
As delicious as other berry vinaigrette and salad dressing recipes are, there really is something special about the deep color and fresh, fruity flavor of this blackberry salad dressing. Plus, it’s the perfect recipe for blackberry picking season. I’m not sure how it is in the US and other countries, but here in the UK, blackberry picking is an absolute must at-least once in your life. The blackberry bushes grow quite freely on the sides of roads, and at pick-your-own farms....
This omega seed mix combines some of the healthiest seeds in the world – for a delicious, versatile snack option and omega boost. More than that, though, this combination of healthy seeds is also packed with fiber, protein, and several vitamins and minerals (including Vitamin E, iron, and zinc). Thus, this blend has become my ultimate ‘nutrition’ booster to add to meals. Also, this mix can be eaten alone as a tasty treat....
Aug 13, 2013, Updated May 07, 2023 These healthy oat and raisin bars can be made quickly and taste delicious. You only need few basic ingredients for making these oatmeal bars at home. There are no tricks required here, just mix everything together, bake it and let it cool before you cut them into bars. Howe er there are few things which you should be aware of while making them....
Okra is a staple in recipes across several countries and the Southern states of the US, yet it is surprisingly underrated. This may, in part, be due to its “slimy” reputation. Luckily, with the right cooking method and top tips, learning how to cook fresh okra is sure to be the start of many easy okra recipes in your future. With options including roasting, frying, air frying, boiling, sautéing, and deep-frying, there’s no lack of ways to cook okra....
Over two years ago, I first shared my method for homemade butter (just ONE ingredient needed), and shortly after that, I delved into making homemade garlic herb compound butter (aka flavored butter). I’ve fiddled with various flavor combinations over the years, but when I tried this avocado butter, I knew I had to share it. Avocado butter is creamy, rich, and packed with nutrients and healthy fats. Thanks to the avocado, you can adapt the herby green compound butter to your liking and use it in tons of ways—just check out the ingredients list below for several optional add-ins....
I’ve always prescribed an 80/20 approach to my diet, trying to consume a primarily healthy 80%, with 20% treats along the way. One way I love to provide my body with a concentrated dose of nutrients and benefits is through juicing! And, while I’ve shared recipes for healthful immunity and ginger turmeric immune boosting energy shots, plain celery juice has taken the health world by storm. Why? Well, it’ll take you probably less than 10 seconds of Googling to come across some of the many testimonials by people worldwide turning to celery juice as practically a cure-all – including claiming it can boost energy levels, clear skin, reduce inflammation, and even improve symptoms of several chronic illnesses....
It’s no secret that lentils are incredibly popular in plant-based cuisine, particularly within Indian dishes like daal, soups, and curry dishes. In fact, there are several varieties of lentils including Puy, green, and red lentil – which each taste and cook up slightly differently. However, this little legume is also excellent for a simple gluten-free flour option – perfect as a gluten-free pasta flour or for baked goods. So, what is lentil flour, you ask?...
I don’t remember the last time my apartment was without fresh ginger in my fridge or freezer. I use it to add flavor, spice, and depth to recipes. It’s great in smoothies, tea, stir-fries, noodles, sauces, dressings, desserts, and even candying. I use fresh ginger multiple times a week, so learning how to prepare ginger root became a must! What Is Ginger Root Good for Along with tasting great, this robust and zingy ingredient packs a powerful medicinal punch, with benefits perfect for ginger immune-boosting energy shots, ginger tea, and honey-fermented ginger & lemon....
I’ve recently been obsessed with all things cacao – so much so that I’ve taken you through the precise method of making chocolate from bean to bar. I also have recipes on the blog for homemade dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white chocolate. I’ve received repeated questions about tempering chocolate. Is it possible to do with these homemade recipes? Why would you want to? So I thought I’d finally answer everyone’s questions in a single post....
We must admit that a hot plate of chaat captures our hearts instantaneously. Chaat is an indulgence of flavorful tikki, papdi, bhalla, etc, served with aloo, chutney, masala, and sev. Indeed, it would not be an exaggeration to claim that chaat characterizes India’s street food culture. And if you look closely, you might discover different kinds of chaat all around India. The list of delectables includes classic favorites like papdi chaat, dahi bhalla, basket chaat, samosa chaat, raj kachori, gol gappe, and more to innovative fusion twists like avocado pani puri, sweet corn chaat....
