Mid-week blues.đŁđ„ Baking is a definite stress buster. It lifts the spirits. †A few stems of fresh vine cherry tomatoes and basil were looking for my attention, so I thought of baking focaccia for lunch. đ Back from his trip, the man of the house wanted to take me out for lunch. He even promised to keep his phone on mute for sometime. đđ So the foccacia had to wait....
A comforting one-pot/instant pot soup with soothing flavors. It comes together in less than 20 minutes. It is kid-approved and can be easily transformed into a delicious vegan soup. It is a perfect savior for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. This creamy vegetable gnocchi soup is our family favorite. My family loves gnocchi, and I do not leave a chance to make this perfect pillowy potato dumpling/pasta. What is Gnocchi?...
These are super easy to assemble and have full-on flavors. In addition, these easy tofu lettuce wraps are vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free. They are healthy and low-carb, which makes them perfect for weight-loss meals. My family loves this recipe. I often make it for lunch on super busy weekdays. It doesnât take more than 20 minutes to put lunch on the table when we struggle with mid-week blues. However, school is starting soon, and I am sure this will soon be in my teenagerâs lunch box....
Different types of Maalpua, Ripe banana was an ingredient in that pua and it was not soaked in sugar syrup at all. It was always soft and fluffy. My mom used to make another type of pua which she called Ras Pua. In this variety of Pua, deep-fried Pua was soaked in sugar syrup that was infused with green cardamom powder and Saffron. Family traditions are the most amazing things- you remember them when you are all grown up and these things make you nostalgic all the time....
I was not always a tofu lover, yes itâs true. A few years back my family used to go to this particular restaurant, and the food was awesome there. They were particularly crazy for a dish made of tofu, but believe me, they never got me to taste it because I did not like tofu. When I started making tofu for my family, I thought about what I donât like about tofu....
Looks like this winter weather is not going to change soon. Chilly cold mornings, wet afternoons, and gloomy evenings make everything unbearable. The only thing I crave every now or then is good comforting food after a long day. If you are like me by any chance, you must be looking for lovely ideas for a comforting one-pot meal idea. Slaving around the kitchen is not my idea of cooking food....
People chit chat with friends over cups of tea and several veg and non- veg snacks. Most of the get togethers revolve around snacks and drinks; Veg Chop is one of the snacks that makes these Addas(traditionally, these are places where intellectual discussion between people happen regularly)more lively. So, when we are talking about Veg Bengali snacks, how can we forget Veg Chop or cutlet? Cutlets are Croquettes made of beetroots, potatoes, and carrots....
Have you ever tried garlic bread in an air fryer? And, that too with French baguette? Folks, if not, you are missing out on something. I have loved it since I tried it. This recipe is so good that itâs a total air fryer revolution. Itâs fun, takes little time, and has quite a few ingredients. Gone are the days when we bought frozen garlic bread. It was good, but this semi-homemade garlic bread is super duper tasty and easy to make....
Rich, creamy, and finger-licking delicious. This Badami Paneer Curry or Paneer in a creamy almond curry has a beautiful, robust flavor from the almonds. Rich and delicate enough to suit even the most sophisticated palate and shine on important occasions, this paneer curry is really a breeze to make. Health-wise I am not doing well nowadays, so Diwali this time was a low-key affair as I couldnât do much. Thankfully, the man of the house took charge, and we had a delicious meal on the day of Diwali (of course with my help)....
Do you love sandwiches? I do and like most of the folks, I always love to make them. Simple sandwiches made with the most staple vegetables available in our fridge and pantry turn out delicious all the time. At my home we prefer simple sandwiches made of cucumber, tomato, and onion. They taste so fresh that on a summer morning for breakfast, itâs a treat. Sometimes I make the most delicious Spinach Corn Sandwich , which are just so fun to eat....
Loaded with black beans, sweet corn, colored peppers, fragrant ripe tomatoes and power packed quinoa, this one meal will satisfy your taste buds as well your nourish your body. This can be great lunch to take to work or school. Believe me, kids love this colorful bowl. Serve with a side of guacamole or slices of avocado and lime wedges. This is a vegeterian version of a one pot quinoa bowl, but if you want to add more protein, feel free to add fried eggs or baked chicken on top....
There are two types of people in this world. One loves eggplant and will eat any dish passionately; the other does not like it. I fall in the previous category and thoroughly enjoy it in any form. How can we serve this Spicy, Crispy Basil Thai Eggplant? They are just lovely paired with noodles or rice. You will love them anyway. I like them like an appetizerâcrispy, spicy, and fragrant with basil and garlic....
Speaking of memories, cooking this parwal sabzi took me back to memory lane where I saw myself standing in my grandmotherâs kitchen. Both sets of my grandmothers were great cooks, but here I will take you on a journey in my maternal grandmotherâs kitchen. She is a phenomenal cook, a well read intellectual, and has a sweet personality. My siblings and I grew up eating her delicacies. However, because of her age, she doesnât go much in the kitchen- we still crave her food....
Kids love this mango relish or pickle, which can be prepared for at least six months to a year. Chundo is quite versatile and can be eaten with many things. What is Chundo? Chundo is a sweet-and-sour relish or pickle prepared after grating raw mangoes. It is deliciously tangy with a little hint of spice, and the cooking process is super easy. Serving suggestion, Gujarati Flatbread thepla tastes excellent with Chundo....
It is the perfect umami flavor. Served over rice or just like that, this dish is the ultimate delicious stir fry. If you like to create high protein and fiber-rich food, then this recipe is for you. In addition, this dish is vegan and gluten-free. Green beans are loved by all of us in the family. So I always think of creating new easy dishes with beans as the main ingredient....
New Recipes
Arenât you guys bored of eating the same paneer gravies again and again? Here at my home, repeating the same curries seem like a sin. Everyone is looking for something new and interesting. So for them, my husband and I are creating new recipes. This dum paneer masala is one such recipe. Why Is This Recipe Called Dum Paneer? We are using the ancient method of cooking the paneer curry on dum just like biryani....
It is an amazing way to infuse the goodness of avocado and spinach in your diet. It also serves as a great base for any type of wrap or a sandwich. Why Avocado Spinach Roti? Avocados are a superfood. They have low saturated fat and are a good source of fiber. They contain 250 mg of potassium per serving. Spinach has lots of iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium. Combining both of them to make a whole wheat roti is the best way to get all the nutrition....
A simple 20-minute recipe for the perfect restaurant-quality side dish on any day of the week. A must-try recipe for greens and Asian food lovers. In addition, this dish is vegan and gluten-free. Do you love simple Asian recipes? If yes, then this bok choy recipe is for you. Simplicity is the second name of any Asian recipe. They are perfectly homely and need a few very common simple ingredients....
These Broccoli Paneer Kebabs are a wonderful appetizer, snack, or even part of a kofta curry if you want. They are delicious, easy to make, and quite filling. I am sharing the air fried recipe as well as the conventional deep fried method. Do try this recipe and let me know how it turned out for you. How to Make Broccoli Paneer Kebabs Mix broccoli (grated/minced), paneer (grated/crumbled), ginger (grated), green chilli (chopped/minced), cornflour, Panko breadcrumbs, and chopped cilantro together....
