A few points to remember while making the perfect pasta- 2. Use salt in boiling water. Most people make the mistake of adding salt later. It’s not the right way of making pasta. 3. Try to use homemade sauce with the freshest of tomatoes available. 4. Always use good quality olive oil and cheese for making the pasta. I mostly use a good quality parmesan cheese block and sometimes fresh mozzarella too....
The weather has been quite weird this year, and most of the time, the days are quite cold and gloomy. These days, I am craving for some sunlight and the need for some sunshine is urgent. When we moved to Charlotte a few years back, the man of the house was very happy to live in a warmer climate as he was excited that he wouldn’t have to shovel snow....
For a long time, I’ve wanted to make this dal. It is quite simple and having read that it was the most loved dal of the Nawabs of Awadh, making this was always on my agenda. Who doesn’t love dal? My husband and I both love to try different lentil recipes. Lentils are the most convenient protein source for vegetarians. I try to incorporate at least 4 types of lentils every week....
Growing up, we had this dahi aloo so much. It was one of our favorite potato curries. Simple dahi aloo tasted best with the ghee-laden roti. My mom used to make this in ghee, and I still love the aroma which filled our home. When I started cooking this curry in my kitchen, the frequency got less, but the love for this tangy curry was the same intensity. I love how the simple flavors create a party inside your mouth....
Easy hot & sour dumpling. 15 Minutes recipe for a comforting, quick, and delicious vegetarian meal.Very simple to put together and tastes just incredible. Vegan. What we love about this easy hot & sour dumpling, Relatively easy to put together. It uses store-bought dumplings too. It is comforting to the core. It takes only a few ingredients. Delicious and looks appetizing as well. When to have this spicy dumpling? You want something comforting to soothe your soul and mind any time, any day....
If you are like me, you most definitely have a habit of buying canned beans, corn and tomatoes during each visit to the grocery store. My pantry is always overfilled with these cans and all the Mexican dishes I prepare come out of that excessiveness as well. Well, it’s wonderful that my family loves all types of Mexican food and they do not try to hesitate the new ones. Man, I am not bragging about it, but recently I have been watching my grocery shopping and can say that it has a lot of improvement from where I was....
What is Soya Keema? It is a veg keema that tastes delicious. It’s extremely easy, and you can prepare it in under 20 minutes. You can get this in any Indian store under the name of Soya Granules. How to Make Bread Discs- They are small disc rotis prepared with Bakhari flour. You can use a flour of your choice if you want, though. I rolled a big roti, then with the help of a cookie cutter, I made same sized discs and roasted them on a big griddle on both sides....
Vegan Mushroom Fried Rice. Asian flavors inspired this Indo-Chinese Mushroom Fried Rice, combining mushroom, garlic, ginger, chilies, soy sauce, and scallions. This is the perfect umami-flavored rice for any time or occasion. Vegan and plant-based. Vegan Mushroom fried rice is one of the easiest and most flavorful Asian-inspired rice dishes. It tastes delicious and can be prepared in a few minutes. Its flavor profile is fantastic, and it looks pretty tasty....
This bread toast pizza is crispy, crunchy, cheesy, and delicious. I have made this toast pizza in the air fryer but you can definitely bake it in the oven or toaster griller. What is Toast Pizza? I would say this is a no-fuss shortcut for pizza. If you are having an instant carving for pizza and you have any type of bread slice at home, you can prepare it in no time....
This Potato and Peas curry/Aloo Matar is one of my favorites. It is super simple to prepare and really delicious. Nowadays, when the evenings are getting cooler, sometimes I need a warm bowl of this comforting curry with rice. Then, after adding a dollop of ghee, this bowl is absolute heaven. What is Potato Peas Curry? It’s a simple vegetarian aloo matar curry that does not involve many ingredients and spices....
It’s a one-pot, vegan, protein-rich curry. In addition, this dish goes well with any grain or bread. Winters are for comfort food, and I don’t leave any chance to make a big pot of curry. I think this dish is really convenient; if you have some black-eyed Peas curry in the fridge or freezer, warm it. Dunk a crispy piece of bread and taste the deliciousness. You can have this with any grain or anything you fancy....
It’s spicy, tangy, and delicious. Paired with rice or roti, this chickpea curry is a staple in most homes. It is vegan and gluten-free as well. Chickpeas are quite popular in India, and there are so many dishes that you can prepare with them. In North India, we make Pindi Chole with it. It is an advanced version of chickpea curry, and a different blend of spices is used for this type of chole....
This vegetarian Kebab is loaded with the goodness of greens and the deliciousness of other herbs and spices. It can be made in under 30 minutes and is a perfect crowd-pleaser. What is Hara bhara Kebab? Hara Bhara is a Hindi word that translates to anything beautifully green. The color of this kebab is the highlight. It’s so pretty, and the taste is so good. It’s relatively healthy as well....
Do you love fresh basil pesto? I love it so much. Every summer, we make it a point to grow lots of fresh herbs in our backyard. Basil is one of those aromatic herbs which makes our kitchen garden look vibrant and aromatic. I make basil pesto in soup, curries, sandwiches, and whatnot. I love the fragrance of this insanely appealing herb. My kids love basil pesto pasta and prefer that over any other pasta sauce....
Sometimes you crave the simplest of foods. The food that makes your inner soul happy, the food that your mom made for you. There are always 30 minutes in the morning that are mine. I sit there in my favourite chair sipping my coffee and looking at nothing in particular. I think about all sorts of things at that time, and make my plan for the day ahead- my mind is calm, my heart doesn’t race....
I don’t know about you all, but nowadays, I am so bored of making the usual paneer gravies. Hence, for Sunday’s special lunch, I thought of making something different. You can check my popular Paneer recipes, Dum Paneer Masala Paneer Korma Lasooni Palak Paneer Lasooni Methi Paneer What type of gravy is in the kesaria paneer kali mirch/Saffron infused flavored black pepper paneer? Paneer Kali Mirch is a white, cream-based paneer gravy that uses freshly grounded black pepper....
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A stuffing of coarsely ground dry fruits, spices, and grated paneer gives this kebab a wonderful and delicious makeover. It tastes fantastic and is an excellent dish for an upcoming Diwali party or function. What is Dahi Ke Kabab? Dahi ke kebab is a traditional North Indian kebab. It is vegetarian, easy, and quite delicious. Dahi means Yogurt in Hindi. We hang the yogurt overnight to get thick, creamy yogurt without water....
