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Jun 06, 2024, Updated Jun 17, 2024 Salads are my go to for easy lunches during summer with the Mediterranean Chickpea Salad being my absolute favorite. I make a variation of it almost every week for lunch. But when I need some change, I make this masoor dal salad. It’s refreshing, easy to make and protein packed! Let’s Make This Masoor Dal Salad! It’s only later in life that I was introduced to salads that were packed with textures, flavors and so much more!...

You may have noticed that I’ve been on a bit of a dairy-free milk kick at the moment – with recipes for a wide variety of nut milks, oat milk, rice milk, soy milk, etc. So how could I not add this homemade tiger nut milk recipe to my collection? Now, you may be wondering what are tiger nuts and what are the benefits of tiger nut milk in comparison to your usual dairy-free milks....

Learn how to boil potatoes in the Instant pot. Cooking time mainly depends on the size and the variety of potatoes. Potatoes are one of our favorite vegetables at home, and we can make many recipes out of them. I used to use a Traditional Stovetop Pressure Cooker to boil the potatoes earlier, I had to track the number of whistles, if you forgot to count, which happened most of the time, either the potato would be undercooked or overcooked....

It won’t surprise anyone to know that my pantry is packed full of ingredients I’ve made myself. With grocery store prices what they are, you’d be amazed to see the price difference from buying dehydrated chives at the store to drying them yourself at home. Dry chives have a delicious garlic flavor that is frequently used to add flavor to dishes. Plus they are packed full of antioxidants and Vitamin K....

Tofu has been used in Eastern Asian cooking for more than 2,000 years. But it is still a relatively new ingredient to the wider Western palate and home cooks. Recipes with tofu tend to confuse rather than delight – despite this soy delicacy being packed with goodness. When the tofu is served on its own, firm tofu recipes can be pretty bland. But thankfully, crispy tofu recipes are here to save the day....

A few years ago, I turned to infused water recipes and lemon chia fresca to encourage myself to drink more water as part of my push to learn more healthy habits. With the addition of fruits and herbs, plain ol’ boring water takes on a subtle taste that is perfect for increasing water intake with a boost of nutrients. As a bonus, many options, like this lemon water recipe, also come boasting plenty of health benefits....

If you’ve spent much time (or any at all) dealing with turmeric (fresh or powdered), then you’ve likely dealt with yellow fingers (at the very least). However, with golden milk, turmeric tea, and plenty of curries/Indian food (among many other turmeric recipes) to enjoy, at some point, you’re likely to run into a problem, because as healthful as this ingredient is…. turmeric stains everything! Countertops, linens, tableware, and fingers alike will become yellow when left in contact with turmeric for too long (uh-oh)....

Let’s agree, it’s challenging to picture much-loved Indian cuisine without the versatile Paneer (Indian cottage cheese). Paneer is a popular ingredient in vegetarian dishes in North Indian and South Indian cuisines. It is known for its mild, creamy flavor and firm texture that holds its shape well when cooked. Vegetarians have long taken pleasure in their most cherished food, “paneer,” which can be used in any dry or gravy meal, much as non-vegetarians have their incredibly adaptable chicken....

Black Chickpeas (Kala Chana) Black Chickpeas are quite similar to traditional garbanzo beans, except they are smaller and can range in color from dark brown to black. It goes by several names, including Bengal gram, kala chana, and desi chana. They have a nutty taste and a firm texture, making them adaptable. You may sprout these as well. How to Boil Black Chickpeas in Instant Pot Soak Method: Rinse 1 cup of dried black chickpeas and soak them in 2 cups of water in a large bowl for at least 6-8 hours or overnight....

Jul 12, 2018, Updated Aug 08, 2019 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 shares/features vegetarian instant pot recipes and ideas from all around the web! Mexican food is quite a favorite around here. In fact the first food that I warmed up to besides Indian was Mexican and it continues to be my favorite....

Oct 22, 2024 Over the last few months, I saw the viral Dubai chocolate all over my social media. I wanted to try making it myself, but didn’t get the time to experiment in my kitchen until I started working on festive recipes. And then I thought why not add an Indian touch and make pista burfi truffles with the same flavor just like by badam halwa truffles. This is super easy to make, and the crunchy kataifi works beautifully with the pistachio and mawa....

Apr 21, 2015, Updated Jan 02, 2018 Time has been flying at some super sonic jet speed and we are almost into the last weeks of April. Which reminds me didn’t we just celebrate New Year?! But I am not complaining because my parents and brothers are visiting us from India in May end and I just can’t wait! So yeah end of April means closer to May means mom and dad will be here soon, yay!...

Back when I’d barely had any experience of bread-making (okay, I admit it, I had none!), I suddenly became inspired to make a leopard print pattern and so had the crazy decision to jump right in and make this sweet brioche recipe with a chocolate orange leopard print pattern. If there’s any ringing endorsement that anyone can do this – it should be that. What may take some time to perfect ends up becoming this gorgeous loaf that, when cut into, displays a wonderful leopard print bread pattern....

When it comes to quick lunches, I love low-effort healthy salad recipes. I’ve already shared several, including this Heirloom Burrata Caprese Salad (Burrata Salad) and Simple Lebanese Pita Salad (Fattoush), and now this massaged kale salad. While kale has been seen everywhere for a while, some maintain that this ingredient is bitter and inedible. That isn’t the case, though; massage a simple kale salad with a lemon dressing and add your extras of choice, and you’ll have a simple, flavorful salad you’ll want to have time and time again....

Mar 20, 2023 Of all the dals that I grew up eating at home on a regular basis like chana dal, toor dal; moong dal was probably everyone’s least favorite. Most people consider it bland and in fact we used to eat it when we were sick or needed to eat something light. My brothers would always stay away from it. The only way they ate it was in moong dal khichdi and that too with a very sad face!...

What is Quinoa? Quinoa, pronounced ‘keen-wa’ is a gluten-free, whole-grain carbohydrate, as well as a whole protein (meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids). There are two types of quinoa available: red and creamy white. They open up to release little white curls (like a tail) as they soften. Technically, the quinoa is actually a seed, not a whole grain. How to Cook Perfect Quinoa in Instant Pot Rinse the Quinoa to remove the natural coating, called saponin, which can make it taste bitter or soapy....

Oct 12, 2019, Updated Oct 20, 2019 These nachos with Indian twist will be your new favorite way to enjoy nachos! You guys! I am so so excited for today’s recipe. I am always excited to share recipes with you guys but this one has me very excited. Just because it’s so good! You know the feeling when something is in your head and it turns out even better in reality?...

Mar 14, 2019, Updated Sep 10, 2019 Cubes of paneer, onion and bell peppers are marinated with spices and yogurt and then roasted in the oven to perfection. Traditionally paneer tikka is grilled in a tandoor but you get the same amazing taste by broiling in the oven too! Paneer Tikka was one appetizer which we always ordered when we ate out in India. It is also one of those things which is universally loved....

Got the grill fired up and a large group of hungry guests to feed? Grilled chicken leg quarters are one of the least expensive yet super simple and delicious ways to feed a crowd. While I’ve already shared recipes for super juicy grilled bone-in chicken thighs and grilled chicken drumsticks, chicken leg quarters combine both pieces of dark meat, which means double the deliciousness at a lower cost. Best of all, cooking chicken quarters on the grill is so simple to do and get on your plate in under an hour, following just a few top tips for perfect results every time....

Oct 23, 2020, Updated Nov 07, 2020 Topped with rasmalai, these make a pretty festive treat and also a fun way to serve rasmalai. Fusion dessert recipes in a jar are my thing. Whenever I have a dinner party at home, I always end up making Indian fusion desserts and serve them in jars. There are few reasons for it- one, they are so much fun to eat and serve than the traditional mithai....