This spinach pakoda is similar to kanda bhaji, where kanda means onion and bhaji means fritters. There are two methods to prepare this spinach corn pakora, one is a soft pakoda’s, and the other is a crispy version. Today I am sharing the crisper version, which is our family favorite. These spinach fritters can be deep-fried or air-fried. To make it crispy, ensure you are not adding any extra water....
Sep 15, 2013, Updated Jul 03, 2015 Super easy, super delicious! Strawberry Pancakes are an instant hit. We all love strawberries isn’t it? If you think about it, there are so many dessert which are made using this delicious fruit. I had lots of strawberries in my fridge and instead of making a dessert, I made a syrup using them. And after I made the syrup, I HAD to make these pancakes....
Even though the weather here in the UK is more blustery winds and rain than warm sunny days, I’m really excited to share this method for refreshing, summery tepache de piña. Having recently posted my top methods for how to cut a pineapple and how to juice a pineapple, I was left with a BIG pile of pineapple skin, core, and other cut-offs. While part of that went towards a soothing warm pineapple skin tea, the remainder was used instead for this Mexican fermented pineapple drink....
I do love air fryer tortilla chips and homemade pita chips, but there’s just something about a handful of salty, savory potato chips that will always capture my heart. For those times you’re craving truly crispy homemade potato chips, you have to try this fried potato chips recipe! These chips are the crispiest homemade chips you’ll ever try. They taste just as good, if not better than store-bought, but without preservatives, nearly always more cost-effective, and you can be 100% in control of any added sodium....
Red velvet cake has always really intrigued me; is it vanilla, is it chocolate? Why does it seem to look and taste so different no matter where you get it from? What makes the red color? And how can I make a moist, light, and fluffy homemade red velvet cake that is sure to impress? Well, I have the answers to those questions here and more. What makes the red color?...
Jan 24, 2019, Updated May 07, 2023 I never follow diets. I always believe in eating everything in moderation and then working out. But at the beginning of this year, I got into this idea of doing sugar free January. It had to do with the fact that I had way too many desserts in December and I wanted to cut down on the sugar overdose. Since it was a new year, it just seemed like the right time to do it....
Breakfast is the main meal I see people taking for granted, either loading up on sugary cereals, sticking to coffee, or skipping it entirely. However, starting your day off with a nourishing, wholesome meal can help to set the standard for the entire day (and your health). This is where healthy breakfast meal prep comes in! I share a list of plant-based make-ahead breakfast recipes that all take 30 minutes or less to prep....
Apr 25, 2024 In my opinion, roasting vegetables in the oven is one of the best ways to enjoy them (like roasted broccoli and carrots!). It truly brings out all the flavors of these delicious vegetables. Ever since I discovered oven roasted veggies, I never went back until I discovered the air fryer. I still love roasting my vegetables in the oven but the air fryer makes it so quick and easy....
In the past couple of weeks, I’ve shared recipes for strawberry juice, ABC juice, and kiwi juice. Now, let’s dive into how to make banana juice. Thick, creamy, and super easy to make, a 5-minute banana milkshake is perfect for a light breakfast or as a snack on a hot summer day. You will just need bananas, apples, milk, and sweeteners. Apple is optional but recommended. It is a great way to use over-ripened bananas on your kitchen countertop....
Cabbage is one of my favorite vegetables and a staple in my refrigerator. This cabbage pulao recipe, which I learnt from my mother, is a family favorite along with Karnataka Style vegetable pulao and methi pulao. It’s incredibly easy to prepare which gets ready in less than 30 minutes, making it a go-to dish for busy days. It is a great lunchbox recipe for both kids and adults. For more delicious Indian cabbage recipes from my blog, check out cabbage peas stir fry, cabbage potato peas curry, cabbage pakoda, and veg mayonnaise sandwich....
I first came across the idea of learning how to make candles at home a few years ago. Always making homemade coconut products (like virgin coconut oil, shredded coconut, coconut cream, etc.) leaves me with lots of coconut shells to spare. I turn a lot of them into coconut bowls. And rest are often transformed into homemade candles. They are the perfect handmade gift for birthdays, Holidays (DIY Mother’s Day gift, anyone?...
These chocolate-covered fruit and nut bars are wonderful pantry-friendly healthy snack bars that combine whole foods to make an appetizing gluten-free, vegan breakfast or snack. They are easy to prepare and customize, so you can use whatever you have in your pantry. The whole family will love these delicious energy bars, which are great for breakfast or a pick-me-up snack. I sure do make them all the time, along with these healthy granola bars....
It’s official, I am obsessed with the new blended baked oatmeal trend and the fact that it’s basically the perfect excuse to eat cake for breakfast! I’ve already shared recipes for a chocolate chip cookie-style baked oatmeal and chocolate-baked oatmeal. Now, this chocolate peanut butter baked oatmeal combines natural peanut butter, blended oats, and chocolate chips for a decadent yet healthy breakfast (or dessert!). Unlike traditional oatmeal and traditional baked oatmeal, this peanut butter banana baked oatmeal isn’t gooey or chewy....
Mar 29, 2015, Updated Aug 28, 2024 The fact that I’m a chocoholic is known to everyone who knows me. I mean I can live on chocolates forever and will probably not need anything else. Yes that is how much I love it, I think chocolate runs in my blood! No kidding! When I started baking I wanted to add chocolate in everything and I still do because there’s nothing quite like it in my opinion....
Feb 19, 2019, Updated Sep 02, 2022 This recipe uses burnt charcoal for that smokey flavor which makes the dal even more special! Whenever we would eat out in India (when I was little), we would always order 2 types of dal for the table – dal tadka and dal makhani. Most Indians I know prefer eating Dal Makhani when they are eating out, simply because it’s not something that you make everyday....
If this past year has taught me anything, it’s that you can practically pop a pin on a map on any country in the world and discover new ways to enjoy beloved ingredients – like eggs! Whether it’s creamy French baked eggs, fragrant tomatoey Italian eggs in purgatory, hearty Mexican Huevos rancheros, or this easy Turkish menemen (aka soft scrambled eggs with tomatoes and onions and peppers). This breakfast dish is light enough to enjoy as a simple breakfast/brunch, yet hearty enough to serve as a lunch or dinner....
Dec 14, 2023 I know people in the US have a love-hate relationship with biscotti. Some people love it and for some it’s just too hard and crunchy. I come from a country where I grew up eating crunch biscuits/cookies. For example, rusk has been a part of chai time ever since I can remember, so were the crispy jeera biscuits and atta cookies. Rusk especially resembles biscotti in so many ways....
It’s official – 2022 will be my year of chopped salad recipe appreciation. Towards the end of last year, I posted several, including a broccoli apple salad, carrot raisin salad, and green and red cabbage salad. Now, I’m starting this year off with a bang with this super (super!) versatile, healthy rainbow chopped salad (aka a mixed veggie and red cabbage salad). This vegan chopped salad is simple, versatile, and absolutely packed with nutrients and wholesome goodness for a detoxing, immune-boosting meal....
Frozen popsicles are one of my favorite go-to summer desserts, and with my 100% fruit popsicles being a hit, here are some yogurt popsicles that are still super healthy, but creamier and rich. All you need is some yogurt of your choice (dairy or vegan!) and your favorite fruit, and away you go. However, this post will also include ideas for additional ingredients and ways to pimp your homemade frozen yogurt popsicles- for endless options!...
It is made using soaked split yellow moong dal, grated carrot, and grated coconut. Lemon Juice is added and gives a slight tangy taste to the kosambari. A tempering of curry leaves, hing, and red chili lift this dish, giving it an excellent South Indian flavor. We South Indians, eat this salad as it is or with hot steamed rice and rasam or serve Hesaru Bele Carrot Kosambari with hot Masala Chai during your tea time break....
