Meet the best 7-layer dip I’ve ever had. I’ve sampled my fair share of them, and wow, this recipe is the winner! Every layer is delicious on its own and builds on the last. The end result is creamy and cheese, of course, but it’s also perfectly balanced. Fresh avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, green onion and salsa offer fresh and bright flavors that cut through the cheddar cheese, sour cream and refried beans....
About This Aloo Palak There are several different types of fantastic palak-based dishes that I like to make. The word palak means “spinach” in Hindi, so these dishes always include some form of fresh green spinach. Therefore, palak recipes tend to be wonderfully flavorful and even healthy. The word ‘aloo’ refers to potatoes. I have shared many of my favorite spinach recipes, such as this dry Palak Sabzi and Palak Khichdi....
What is Aloo ki Tikki Aloo Tikki are crispy, spiced, savory patties made from mashed potatoes, ground spices, herbs, together with a binding ingredient like bread crumbs or cornstarch. They can be pan-fried, shallow fried or deep fried. An Aloo Tikki is usually popular in North India where it is sold on street carts and enjoyed by all as a scrumptious street food. The street style Aloo Tikki recipe usually has a savory stuffing of green peas or Paneer or chana dal, and is served with Chana Masala or a spicy chickpea curry or chole....
We’re going back to basics this summer, so let’s talk about avocado toast! Creamy avocado spread onto well-toasted bread is one of my favorite quick meals. Actually, it’s one of my favorite meals in general. It’s so delicious, I’d call it one of life’s simplest pleasures. As usual, I have some strong opinions on what makes the best avocado toast. So today, I thought I’d share my basic recipe, with my best tips and favorite variations....
About Bajra Roti Bajra roti (also known as bajra bhakri) is a gluten-free flatbread made with pearl millet flour. Bajra is the Hindi word for pearl millet. These gluten-free flatbreads are an excellent nutritious option for anyone with a gluten sensitivity, and for everyone else, too! There are many types of grains to choose from when making Roti, so I do my best to try them all. Some days I make multigrain flour rotis by mixing together different flours, other times I stick to just a single grain like for these bajra roti or my Jowar Roti (sorghum flour flatbread)....
It’s football season, and it’s about time for a proper jalapeño popper recipe on this food blog! These jalapeño poppers are lighter than most since they’re baked, not fried, and bacon-free (more on that in a minute). These jalapeño poppers are stuffed with a fresh, herbed cream cheese mixture and topped with just enough cheddar cheese to turn golden. They are beyond delicious, and they’re not greasy at all. If a popper could be gourmet, this one is!...
Like a banana smoothie on a stick, these Banana Popsicles are perfect as a snack or pool-side refresher! There’s nothing easier to make than a good popsicle with a handful of ingredients I bet you already have in your kitchen! Popsicle Madness I pulled this popsicle recipe out of my collection of Summer recipes we prepared during our hottest days and saved for this very moment. With most of our readers based on the other side of the world, it pays to be prepared!...
Summer is close. Can you feel it? I think it’s hiding just beyond the gray clouds that have been dampening my spirits for days. Go away, clouds! I’m ready for sunshine and long days by the pool. Margaritas and late walks with Cookie. Potlucks full of fresh salads. Since I often pull up my own salad archives to find a simple recipe and then kick myself for making my salads so involved, I thought I’d share a simple, summery dressing today....
Poriyal is a South Indian dry vegetable preparation where the veggies are sauteed or steamed with spices and later mixed with fresh grated coconut. You can make poriyal with veggies like cabbage, carrot, beetroot, okra, potato etc. I make poriyal recipes often as a side dish with sambar or rasam along with rice. Poriyals are easy and quick to make and are healthy vegan side dishes that comes together quickly....
Chimichurri is growing fast in popularity and is the most perfect condiment to serve with your chicken or steak! So easy to make and tastes incredible, your Chimichurri Chicken dinner is ready in minutes! With only a handful of ingredients and NO food processors or blenders! Authentic Chimichurri Chimichurri is a loose oil-based condiment used to accompany barbecued meats or churrasco. With so many variations in the world of Chimichurri, it’s difficult to say which is the closest to the most authentic recipe there is....
About Sundal A traditional dish, Sundal is a preparation of lentils, legumes or grains which is mildly spiced and sautéed. The dish is also sprinkled with a generous helping of freshly grated coconut which boosts the overall flavors. A classic recipe from the cuisine of Tamil Nadu, sundal is most of the times made with satvik ingredients and is without any onion or garlic in it. This is the reason it is also preferred as an apt snack or side dish during religious festivals....
About Cabbage Coleslaw Cabbage Coleslaw is an easy and simple salad made primarily from cabbage. This particular recipe for the well-known cabbage salad is dressed in a simple mayo dressing flavored with lemon juice and sugar, making it equal parts tangy, sweet, crunchy, and creamy. In short, it’s delicious! My recipe for this quintessential summer salad has many winning attributes, including that it is: Quick & easy! Made in just 15 minutes with just 6 ingredients, it’s the perfect recipe for even the most novice home cook....
So, if chocolate is healthy because it comes from a plant, then candy canes are a necessity because they come from the North Pole, and the North Pole rocks it out heaps better than any other peppermint crisp addition into a brownie I’ve ever tasted in my whole entire chocolate-filled lifetime! Making this brownie was a complete fluke of good luck. As usual, throwing stuff in a bowl comes natural to me, and this time was no exception....
Craving fresh, easy dinnertime recipes this summer? Me, too. This Caprese pasta salad recipe is just the ticket! This recipe has been one of my favorites for the past five years, and I’m re-sharing it today in case you have missed it. This pasta recipe really straddles the line between “pasta dish” and “pasta salad,” since it’s great whether you serve it warm or cold. It’s made simply with whole wheat pasta, lots of cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, fresh basil and olive oil....
I created a different iteration of this recipe early on in my food blog journey which has since been perfected thanks to the addition of LOTS of cheese. Serve them with poached eggs, bacon, or just on their own, they are so versatile, the whole family loves them! I mean….the cheese pull right here is just perfect! The only advice I have with these is be gentle. Mashed sweet potato cakes tend to be a lot more delicate than normal mashed potato cakes....
Serve it with homemade paratha or a crisp dosa and enjoy this comfort food from Chettinad cuisine. What is Chettinad? Chettinad is the cuisine of the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu, a state in South India. The star of the show is the freshly made Chettinad masala (spice paste), which provides phenomenal flavor. Note: An authentic chicken Chettinad recipe is made with gundu chilies, kalpasi (stone flower), and Indian shallots....
Succulent, juicy oven fried Chicken Tenders dipped in honey mustard sauce are popular with kids, adults, and make the perfect finger food. No mess… no fuss, with an irresistible golden crumb! CHICKEN TENDERS This crispy, baked chicken tenders recipe has been in our family for years. An adaption from YOUR favourite Lemon Parmesan Garlic Chicken Milanese recipe, our oven fried tenders are a favourite for everyone who tries them! They tick ALL the boxes:...
About Chinese Mushroom Recipe This Chinese Mushroom recipe is not that fiery as it may seem to you. The sauce in this has a medium heat level in it which can be relished by one and all. If you are someone who can’t tolerate spicy food at all, you can still go easy on the chili elements in this recipe. The main ingredients in this dish are obviously white button mushrooms and soy sauce....
And what seemed like an accident at first, became a really, really good mistake. I browned the butter…accidentally and maybe on purpose, while the pan was heating in the stove. Best.tasting.German.Pancake.ever. What beats standing next to a stove all morning flipping pancakes, while there are screaming hungry children hanging off you? Making a big ass pancake. In a blender. That takes less than 3 minutes to blend. Then pouring the batter in a steaming hot cast iron skillet sizzling with browned butter; placing it into the oven to see it puff in pancake glory....
In my defence…my children are on school break. And this is your cheat meal recipe of the week. And who doesn’t love dessert for breakfast recipes anyway? What about a breakfast version of a Churro Ice Cream Sandwich? What about those of us who are counting points or calories. Or those of us that can’t be bothered with donut dough, piping bags and deep frying? Yeah. This is for us....
