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About Bhendi Chi Bhaji Picture tender okra, known locally as bhindi, gently sautéed in a fragrant mix of spices that capture the essence of Goan cuisine. Onions, green chilies, turmeric powder and a hint of sourness from the kokum come together to create a base that’s both aromatic and robust. This Bhendi chi Bhaji is simplicity as well as deliciousness at its best. Besides Bhindi Do Pyaza and Bhindi Masala, this Goan-style Bhindi Bhaji with fresh grated coconut in it is another way I cook okra at home....

This mango black bean salad is inspired by my friend Ron, who advocates eating 30 plant-based foods a week. It’s his mom’s recipe (thank you!) packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. Here’s my take on this colorful and delicious salad. There’s another reason I wanted to make this salad. Mango is my hubby’s favorite fruit and the only fruit that can make him forget his low-carb diet. :)But mangoes are high in carbs....

What is Chaas Traditional Indian chaas is made by blending cold, rich yogurt with a bit of water and nearly any spices you like. Today I’m sharing with you two recipes for making chaas. The buttermilk is made by churning or blending yogurt and water with some spices and/or herbs. A bit of butter comes on the surface while churning. If you prefer you can remove the butter fat aside and only serve the buttermilk or serve chaas with the butter fat....

Chana chaat can be compared to a Chickpea Salad. However, the taste of any chaat snack is nowhere to a salad. So the comparison does not do much justice to the recipe. While a salad is simple and sober, a chaat is full of bursting flavors and taste. So is this chana chaat. It has salty, sour and spicy taste with melt in the mouth chickpeas, crunchy onions, tangy tomatoes, earthy potatoes and bold spices....

Enjoy it over a greek salad or pile it high on pita with yogurt sauce for a spectacular street-style chicken shawarma wrap. Is there anything more show-stopping than chicken shawarma? It features heavily spiced, juicy pieces of meat that are piled high on a giant spit and slow-roasted until tender. At restaurants, the succulent meat is carved directly off the rotisserie grill. Why We love this Chicken Shawarma Recipe It’s a juicy and flavorful on-the-go meal, and one that my family enjoys on the regular!...

WHAT TO COOK WITH SHRIMP Whether you serve these as a quick, delicious appetiser or a light meal over rice or pasta, these drool-worthy garlic butter shrimp will leave you wanting more. There’s nothing quite like mopping up silky, garlic butter sauce with some fresh, warm homemade bread while sipping on a chilled glass of white wine. Well, fill that glass because we have created a chili garlic butter shrimp recipe you’ll be dreaming about for months....

How about a martini? Sometimes a martini sounds just right. I’m often disappointed by restaurant martinis (unless I’m at The Campground in Kansas City—Chris makes the best martini of all time). So, I’ve been studying the martini and perfecting my at-home martini game. Today, I’m sharing what I’ve learned! While martinis may seem intimidating, they are actually the perfect cocktail to make at home. The ingredient list is short and basic....

Coconut shrimp is always a crowd pleaser. Who doesn’t enjoy crumbed, fried shrimp? Especially dipped in batter and rolled in an aromatic blend of shredded coconut and Panko breadcrumbs. A crispy, fried appetiser that is so easy to make and incredibly delicious. We’re taking you step by step with this shrimp recipe! COCONUT SHRIMP RECIPE Just in time for your New Years Eve! Whether you serve coconut shrimp as an appetiser or an exotic dinner, there’s no doubt everyone will love this salty, sweet and crunchy shrimp dish....

Behold! Lusciously creamy, yet cream-less, cauliflower soup. This cauliflower soup recipe will absolutely satisfy your craving for warm, creamy soup—no cheese required. I know “cauliflower soup” might not sound super appealing if you’ve never had it before. Trust me, it can be so delicious! Today, I’m sharing my favorite cauliflower soup recipe, and I can’t wait for you to make it at home. My friend Tessa introduced me to cauliflower soup a few years ago....

Dill leaves have a strong aroma and a slightly pungent taste. Nevertheless, these aromatic greens make for a nice dish by itself or in combination with another vegetable or legume. You could add dill leaves to spice up a salad, flavor a dal or sambar or make a simple sabzi. My mother usually used to make sabzi or bhaji as I call them from dill leaves. One recipe used to be with potatoes and the other one used to be with moong lentils that is Shepu bhaji recipe....

These 3 ingredient pancakes are so light and fluffy, they’re guaranteed to make sure you’re not left feeling stodgy and uncomfortable when you’re done. They are the perfect weekend breakfast for any sweet tooth watching their calories! EASY PANCAKE RECIPE With so many pancake recipes online, it’s hard to find one that is quick and easy. We have awesome pancake recipes of our own like our Buttermilk Pancakes and our Best Fluffy Pancakes, but they aren’t exactly quick....

About Dry Fruits Ladoo Recipe I have used dates, figs, almonds, cashews, raisins, desiccated coconut to make these laddu. Skip the desiccated coconut if you don’t like the coconut aroma. There is no exact recipe to make dry fruits laddu or these energy balls. The proportions of the nuts and dry fruits can vary according to your choice. Just make sure the dates and figs are a little extra. Since the dates, figs have cohesive and sticky properties that help in binding the laddu....

We are a pasta-loving family. It’s a dinnertime staple I make at least once a week and to be honest, I love it for ease and convenience. It’s a wonderful staple to have around, especially for easy meal prep throughout the week. But rather than the traditional stovetop method, I’ve discovered the tried and true technique of cooking pasta in the Instant Pot. It requires less time, less effort, and less mess, which checks off all marks in my recipe book!...

This Tomato Salad, like most salads on this site, takes flavour to the extreme with the most amazing salad dressing! With a kick of garlic, parmesan, olive oil and lemon juice, you will LOVE this simple salad to accompany your grilled steaks, lemon parmesan salmon packs or lemon garlic roast chicken. Tomato Salad Recipe As you can see in these images, you only need 3 main ingredients for the salad:...

About Easy Pumpkin Bread Recipe There are no two ways about it: we simply love pumpkin-flavored everything! Call us crazy, but we’re 100% on board with this autumnal trend. This quick and easy recipe for Pumpkin Quick Bread is no exception. If you are a big pumpkin fan like us, then check out these egg-free recipes for Pumpkin Pie and Pumpkin Pancakes. This recipe is super forgiving and easily adaptable. In fact, it is based on my popular Banana Bread Recipe....

I came home from my five-day Oklahoma holiday craving vegetables, but I arrived to find an empty refrigerator. That night, I made do with some sorry-looking avocado smashed on toast from last week’s photo shoot. When I got back to town, developing this enchilada recipe was a high priority. While I usually try to incorporate the freshest seasonal produce available, I wanted to create a simple enchilada recipe that could be enjoyed year-round....

“But why would I make baba ganoush if I could just eat hummus?” Mara asked when we set out to make the ultimate baba ganoush recipe. At that moment, I couldn’t help but shrug my shoulders. Then we nailed the method and ingredients you see here, and neither of us could stop scooping up more. When you get it right, baba ganoush is irresistibly smooth and luxurious, smoky, and savory....

Have you had your fair share of peaches this summer? I certainly have not. I’m remedying that with my friend Erin Clarke’s vibrant peach, avocado and arugula salad. Erin rounds out the flavors with salty gorgonzola cheese, crisp toasted almonds, and a zippy lemon dressing. This simple summer salad is more than the sum of its parts. It’s a combination I wouldn’t have come up with on my own, and it’s so lovely....

Another kale salad? Yep. I can’t stop eating this one. It’s full of tender massaged kale, chewy cooked whole grains, tangy crumbled goat cheese, toasted almonds and dried cherries. The vinaigrette is intentionally zippy, and it brings it all together. This salad is a dead ringer for one of my favorite Kansas City salads, the winter farro salad at French Market. It’s a cozy place with grab-and-go salads, amazing pastries and crêpes....

About Fried Idli As the name of the recipe suggests, Fried Idli simply means idli that is deep fried. Basically, in this recipe, the idlis are cut into thick batons or fingers or wedges and then deep-fried to a crispy, golden perfection. This is then followed by a sprinkle of either of these ground spice powders on the crispy idlis – red chilli powder, chaat masala powder, Idli Podi or pav bhaji masala....