I’m already obsessed with the health benefits of turmeric and now here is a healthy, budget-friendly turmeric black pepper tincture. Within this blog post, I’ll show you how to make a tincture and explain how to use it and what the benefits are. You probably already know that I am obsessed with turmeric, and it’s multiple health benefits. Not only is it an excellent anti-inflammatory, but it also aids digestion and helps in staving off a cold....
The French know how to do bread. Who isn’t tempted by baguettes, pain de champagne, or buttery, flaky croissants at the supermarket or, if you’re lucky, at a proper boulangerie? For a long time, I looked at these classics and assumed they were too tricky to make at home. Not anymore. With a little effort and some know-how, you can create fluffy, pillowy soft homemade brioche bread in your own kitchen....
Homemade pita bread is a staple flatbread for me. This versatile, pillowy-soft bread has so many uses and is so easy to bake. With just a handful of ingredients and a little bit of oven magic, you’ll get chewy, simple-to-make pita bread better than anything you might buy. It’s also the perfect recipe for beginners to try out their bread skills. Watch the pita bread tutorial video How to make easy homemade pita bread Prepare the Yeast Mixture: In a small bowl, add the yeast, sugar, and warm water, then let it rest for a few minutes....
I love this 10-minute mixed-berry compote—it’s quick, simple, uses just three ingredients, and can top dozens of dishes. While I’ve loved making and sharing delicious recipes like this easy strawberry topping, homemade blueberry syrup, or spicy ginger marmalade, nothing beats the simplicity of a quick mixed-berry compote. Use this recipe if you want a quick berry sauce for pancakes, waffles, French toast, and more. You will be amazed at what you can do with just three ingredients and a few minutes of your time....
Spinach and artichoke dip (using canned artichoke hearts) has been a staple at gatherings my whole life, but until recently, I’d never attempted to cook fresh artichoke at home. Luckily, I took it upon myself to learn how to properly prepare and cook artichokes in several ways, and I couldn’t believe what I was missing. My favorite method, though? To make roasted artichokes! These oven-roasted artichokes are perfectly tender and lightly caramelized flavor bombs that are so much more flavorful than regular steamed artichokes....
When a quick tartar sauce is this easy to make, you’ll never need to buy it from the store again. Made with less than 10 pantry staples, it’s the perfect dipping sauce for fish and has the perfect amount of acidity to bring out the natural flavor of your food. Tangy and rich, it’s so quick to make and easily stored in your refrigerator so you can include it not just on fish night, but on a variety of different dishes throughout the week....
May 11, 2017, Updated May 07, 2023 Moms are special. I think they are god’s most wonderful creation and mine is in the ICU for the nth time in the last 6 months as I write this sitting in the hospital. It feels like she’s here every 10 days. I have faced a lot of difficult times in my life but to see your mom like this – unable to talk, unable to walk, so weak, it’s probably the worst....
May 14, 2014, Updated Jan 02, 2018 Mornings in India are incomplete without chai, a drink which is now very popular in the western world as well. Chai is a blend of milk, loose black tea leaves, water and lots of other spices. There’s a lot on spices that can go into the chai like cloves, cinnamon, fennel seeds etc. however this one has only 2 – ginger and green cardamom....
Nov 11, 2014, Updated Jan 02, 2018 There are two kinds of people in the world. One who love broccoli and others who hate it. I belong to the former category and I fail to understand why so many people especially kids do not like this vegetable. When I was little, broccoli was not readily available in India so I discovered this vegetable pretty late in life. I remember my brothers and other kids making weird faces whenever they were asked to eat broccoli....
If you love peanut butter and chocolate, there’s no easier sweet treat than these simple peanut butter bars. They take just 10 minutes to put together (excluding chill time) and make a delicious snack for an on-the-go pick-me-up. No need to turn on your oven, these chewy squares are easy to make ahead or freeze for whenever you need something sweet. Why you’ll love this recipe Quick and Easy: These peanut butter bars take just 10 minutes to prep and a handful of steps to put together....
If there’s one easy way to upgrade the flavor of any dish with peppers, it’s to roast them. Roast peppers blend sweetness and smokiness and these three techniques can be used on almost any variety – from bell pepper to chili. This might be one of the few times I encourage you to burn your food as the results are just that tasty! How to roast peppers Oven roast Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then place your peppers on top in a single layer....
If there’s one flavoring ingredient I like the most in Indian cuisine, it has to be curry leaves. Being raised in South India, this ingredient fascinated me. I love how instantly these leaves provide us with an unmatchable aroma and taste to the food. Curry leaves, sometimes referred to as kadhi patta, are an essential component of Indian cuisine. This fragrant herb is commonly utilized in a range of cuisines from around the nation, including sambar, chaas, and kadhi....
Dec 09, 2020 One pot, vegan and gluten-free, this gets done in 30 minutes or less. Lauki (bottle gourd) is not a very known or popular vegetable around here in the US. But growing up in India, it was one of the most common vegetables. It was made often in my house but no one was really fond of it, my brothers especially disliked it. I liked it, I mean it wasn’t my favorite vegetable but I would happily eat it....
Jan 28, 2020, Updated May 23, 2023 These burrito bowls are so easy to make, packed with flavors and all made in one-pot. Serve with guacamole (or avocado slices) and chips for a hearty meal! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. For more information on my Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please click here. Do you have those days when you want a nice meal but have no patience to cook?...
How to Make Kala Chana Chaat (Black Chickpeas Salad) Soaking Black Chickpeas Wash and soak black chickpeas overnight or for at least 6 hours in 3 cups of water. The chickpeas will double in size when they are soaked. Cook Black Chickpeas In Traditional Stovetop Pressure Cooker: Pressure cook the rinsed and soaked black chickpeas, and salt with 2.5 cups water for 8 whistles on medium-low heat. Let the pressure release naturally....
This Korean vegetable pancake (Buchimgae ‘pancake’ or Pajeon for ‘scallion pancake’) is packed with veggies then combined with a simple 3-ingredient pancake batter for veggie pancakes crispy on the outside with a soft, moist middle – perfect for serving as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. I love pancakes. I’ve shared recipes for an American pancake cake, fluffy Japanese pancakes, mini pancake cereal, Danish pancakes (aebleskiver), and even oatmeal spinach pancakes....
Masala fries are a delicious, flavorful, and spicy variation of the classic potato french fries. They are popular in Indian cuisine and are often available in cafes, restaurants, or fast-food chains. Also check out air fryer sweet potato fries recipe. To make masala fries, you can use freshly cut or frozen French fries. Toss them in a blend of spices and herbs such as garlic powder, chili powder, and chaat masala....
Microwaves are a vastly underrated kitchen tool. But if you know how to use them, you can get tasty dishes in a fraction of the time it would take to boil, grill or pressure cook them. For so long, I only used mine for reheating food or for making popcorn, but discovering how good corn in microwave can be, I gained a whole new appreciation for this little gadget. Cooking corn on the cob in the microwave needs no shucking and (the best part) has no washing up to do afterward!...
Millets are high in nutrients and offer several health advantages. There are many ways to consume millet. For instance, dosa, burger patty, salads, desserts, and more. However, all these recipes are pretty consuming. If you are pressed for time, we have got you one amazing recipe. It is called Millet curd rice. If you are someone who loves South Indian-style curd rice recipes, this recipe would surely be your next favorite....
Jan 27, 2017, Updated May 07, 2023 A classic cupcake for all occasions! How gorgeous are these cupcakes? Seriously there’s something so amazing about baking cupcakes and decorating them, it just makes me super happy! I think I am just plain biased when it comes to cupcakes. I mean I like cakes, but cupcakes are so much better for me in every way. They are cuter, more fun to decorate and perfect to feed a crowd....
