In my opinion, chutneys are an indispensable part of any Indian meal. Indian chutneys made with herbs, mangoes, coconut are probably the best way to enjoy any spicy appetizers. In fact, it’s the easiest way to make your meal totally awesome. Apart from adding a refreshing touch to your food, you can easily customize them to suit your taste. Since this pudina chutney is my favorite, I always wanted to share it with you....
Looking for a cozy breakfast or snack? Try these Morning Glory Muffins! This 1970’s muffin recipe is everything it’s cracked up to be. Each one is moist and warm-spiced, studded with carrots, pineapple, raisins and pecans. There’s a bit of whole wheat flour for nutty body and a hint of coconut sprinkles as a topping. It’s like a combination of carrot cake and applesauce cake, in muffin form! Here’s how to whip up a batch....
Mulled cider is great for entertaining (like Thanksgiving and Christmas), since it makes a big batch. It’s easy to make on the stove or a slow cooker. As two cookbook authors, here our tried and true method! Because dried and ground spices end up making the drink cloudy, you’ll use whole spices when simmering. Mulled cider spices include: Cinnamon sticks Cloves Allspice berries Whole nutmeg Star anise Star anise is the most unique of all these mulled cider spices....
Well, this is my first ever cookie recipe on the blog. I just can’t believe I haven’t shared a single cookie recipe with you all these years. Of course, I do love cookies. And I do bake them very often. So, one of my recipe goals this year is going to be sharing more cookie recipes. Let’s start with this Indian style shortbread cookies also called nankhatai. So tell me, what makes shortbread cookies so unique and delicious?...
Weekday mornings are obviously the busiest time of the day. Looking at the mayhem in my own home at 7 am in the morning, I just couldn’t agree more. So, clearly, for effective time management, I’m always on the look out for easy breakfast ideas that doesn’t skimp on nutrition and taste. Again, I always love the idea of bringing together humble ingredients to create amazing dishes that the whole family will enjoy....
Manjula, won’t mixing paneer with yogurt Make the filling wet ? Thx Aunty I made soymilk at home. I soaked the soybeans, put in blender and strained out the pulp. I used the soya pulp to make this paneer paratha recipe. I didn’t use any oil. It came out good! Amita, You are creative, sounds good Dear Manjula! I am your big fan. Thank you for the recipy, and for the video, it’s really heplful....
Whether enjoyed as a standalone meal or served alongside other Indian delicacies, such as dal or raita, paneer pulao stands out as a versatile and delicious addition to any dining table. Its aromatic essence and delightful blend of paneer and rice make it a quintessential choice for those seeking a comforting and flavorful dish, earning its place among cherished paneer and rice recipes in Indian cuisine. To commence the preparation of this enticing paneer pulao recipe, it is essential to start with the rice....
Have you heard of affogato? It’s an Italian word meaning “drowned” — usually referring to a dessert of ice cream drowned in hot espresso. It’s simplicity at its finest – and also one of my favorite ways to end a meal. So you can imagine my delight when I saw on one of my favorite local restaurant’s menus (R bistro) — hot cocoa peppermint ice cream affogato. Peppermint ice cream drowned in hot chocolate?...
Looking for more gluten-free holiday desserts? Try my sweet potato cake, gingerbread latte, candied pecans, and peanut brittle next. Come the holidays, I have plenty of desserts for gluten-free cookies and treats for my celiac friends. See, many of my friends and family are intolerant to gluten or have an allergy. I firmly believe that they should NOT miss out or have to sacrifice taste (hence I’ve also made low-carb Christmas cookies and vegan Christmas cookies)....
Here’s the peach smoothie of your dreams! Really. You’ll be blown away by the creamy texture and bright peach flavor, accented with vanilla and cinnamon. It tastes more like a milkshake! But it’s made with healthy ingredients like peaches, banana and Greek yogurt. This one is a huge hit in our house: after the first slurp we were singing its praises (including our 3 year old). It’s even good enough to serve as a healthy dessert....
Here’s a delicious frozen cocktail that’s beyond easy to make homemade: the Pineapple Daiquiri! The daiquiri is one of our favorite cocktails to make at home because it’s so simple. There’s no need to buy a store-bought mix: just a few ingredients come together to make magic! The flavor of this one blew us away: it’s fruity and intriguing, with a hint of lime and orange liqueur to accentuate the tropical pineapple....
This post was created in partnership with POM Wonderful. All opinions are our own.Here’s an impressive cocktail that’s pretty darn perfect, in our opinion: this Pomegranate Gin Fizz! The Gin Fizz is one of our favorite classic cocktails: sweet tart and refreshing, with a festive egg white foam. Take it over the top with this pomegranate spin: it elevates the sweet tart flavor and gives the drink a brilliant jewel-toned color!...
No matter whatever food trends come and go, my heart always drags me back to traditional food. My immense love for classic dishes inspires me to master them, so I can share the very best recipes with you. Apart from being a traditional favorite, there are are so many things I want to say about this poori recipe. First and foremost, it’s a very popular Indian breakfast that you can find in every corner of the country....
When it comes to versatility as a leafy green, romaine is king! Romaine lettuce is a type of lettuce with a tall, dark green leaves with a firm central rib. The inner leaves are light green and crunchy, known as the romaine heart. Romaine has a mild, sweet flavor and a hydrating crunch. Best known for the classic Caesar salad, romaine is ideal in salads but also works grilled. Here’s a bit more about this crunchy salad green and our top ways to use it in recipes....
Impressive desserts come in all shapes and sizes. For example, this delicate keto pavlova is smaller than this rich cheesecake stuffed chocolate cake, but two things are true of both: they’ll ‘wow’ anyone you serve them to and put a smile on their faces! That’s exactly what makes this rainbow layer cake so special. Sure, it may look like a regular vanilla cake on the outside, but once you remove that first slice, you’ll be amazed at its six vibrantly colored layers!...
Ready for waffles with a spin? Savory waffles. Yes, white cheddar and chive savory waffles! Alex and I can’t believe we’ve never tried this until now: because we’re not fans of sweet breakfasts. The idea of turning that typically sugar-ladden checkerboard into a savory one is totally up our alley! Topped with a poached egg and white cheddar cheese, it’s incredibly tasty and perfect for brunch. Or, serve it as a vegetarian version of chicken and waffles for dinner!...
Love cooking with lamb? Try air fryer lamb chops, lamb lollipops, roasted boneless leg of lamb, and lamb meatballs. When I want to impress family and friends, I love to whip up this impressive smoked boneless leg of lamb. Featuring beautifully seasoned meat that’s easy to cook on the smoker, the finished result is well caramelized on the outside and incredibly tender on the inside. Why I love this recipe Easy and hands-off....
We’re all about pie, and to us a savory pie is even more fun. Here’s one that’s become an instant favorite: this spinach mushroom quiche! The buttery, flaky crust is packed with savory mushrooms, wilted greens, onion, garlicky, and a creamy cheesy custard. Each tender bite is an explosion of flavor and textures, perfect as a savory brunch main dish or even as a light dinner! We’re already getting hungry....
Spinach. Yogurt. Do you hear the word “healthy”? Yes, yes, it’s everywhere. (Oh no, I’m not going to introduce you to another fad diet). In Kerala, curries made with yogurt are so popular, we tend to experiment all sorts of veggie yogurt combinations. The raw banana yogurt curry (kalan), and papaya and yogurt curry (pulissery) here on my blog are just a few examples. In this version of yogurt curry, I’ve paired it with spinach....
Among all of nature’s bounty, bell peppers or capsicums are one of my favorites. You can do so much with them. Chop and add to curries, soups and stews. Cut into sticks, and dip your way to the favorite starter. Or just stuff them to create delicious dinner. Now imagine a full-blown delicious Indian meal stuffed inside bell peppers. Rice and minced meat seasoned with ground spices like cumin, coriander, and a touch of red chili powder....
