Queso! I adore it, but I always overdo it, and waddle out of Mexican restaurants with a belly full of cheese. Unfortunately, my queso-digesting powers seem to be diminishing rather than improving with age. So, I decided to come up with a dairy-free version to rival my favorite restaurant’s. This stuff is remarkably queso-like. You can serve it in a bowl or drizzle it over nachos, burritos, or maybe even French fries....
I put cumin in just about everything. It is a spice I could never live without. Whether whole cumin seeds, ground cumin or roasted cumin powder, I always have some form of this spice in my kitchen. Let’s take a look at this small spice and it’s big impact on global cuisine. What is Cumin? Cumin is a spice made from the dried seeds of the plant called Cuminum cyminum, a member of the parsley family....
The sauce or gravy is tangy and lightly spiced. I have used pureed tomatoes in the sauce which gives a tang. So along with the yogurt, there is a sourness, tang. And a subtle sweetness due to cashews, gram flour and cream. The addition of gram flour or besan does not allow the yogurt to curdle. The okra or bhindi is sauteed in oil till they are completely cooked. This technique also gets rid of the sliminess in the okra....
The Chutney Camaraderie Yes, we can easily call our relationship with chutneys as that of a great friendship, almost like a companionship! The class of chutneys are simply types of relishes, spreads, dipping sauces or any other condiment that may be used as an accompaniment with Indian meals. As mentioned earlier, there’s no dearth of ingredients that can be used to make a chutney. The list is almost unending! Just like this Chana Dal Chutney that is made of roasted Bengal gram, this list of Chutney Recipes will take you in the world of chutneys that can be easily made at home....
Finally! Meet my tested and perfected carrot cake recipe. I’ve been working on this carrot cake for a long time, and I’m so happy to report that I’ve finally nailed it. I was hoping to publish the recipe in time for Valentine’s Day, then Mother’s Day. Here we are, just in time for Father’s Day and your summer birthdays! I hope you have a carrot cake lover in your life, because this cake will make him or her very happy....
I recently splurged on the ice cream maker of my dreams, which immediately became my new favorite toy. I’ve been selling my unwanted clothes on eBay and buying kitchen supplies with the extra cash, which is a pretty good representation of how my interests have changed since I started this blog. (My clothes still fit, if that’s what you’re wondering!) Remember my spearmint from a couple of months back? The spearmint makes its recipe début today along with my first ice cream recipe, of which there will be many more....
Fudge Brownies, Healthy Low-Fat Fudge Brownies Recipe. Easy and healthy recipe for low-fat rich decadent fudge brownies. Very chocolaty and made from scratch. Adapted from Americas test kitchen. Its Brownie time. The legendary American Brownie made lighter. I have a rule that I follow when I bake. If I have to label something as healthy, Vegan or gluten-free, then it needs to be as delicious as the regular one. This low-fat brownie is very moist, fudgy and chocolaty....
About Gobi Paratha I first learned to make these cauliflower stuffed flatbreads from my mother-in-law. Of course, I knew how to make Aloo Paratha (potato stuffed flatbread) but not gobi paratha. I always thought making these parathas were difficult and honestly never ever tried to make it. It was after I saw my mom-in-law making the gobi parathas, did i realize that making them is easy and not that difficult. I make these the same way as it was made for so many decades in the family and have not changed or adapted any ingredient or style of cooking....
Finished with a homemade tzatziki dressing, it’s a satisfying low-carb meal ready in a little over 30 minutes. My family really enjoys Greek-inspired meals. Because of its heavy use of fresh herbs and spices, every dish turns out super juicy and flavorful. This easy and simple recipe is a traditional Greek salad combined with juicy chicken thighs soaked in a quick marinade. And with just 10 grams of net carbs per serving, it’s a low-carb, protein-packed, and satisfying meal, fit for lunch or dinner....
What’s a girl to do when she’s working on freelance projects all weekend and has a big bowl of green hummus in the refrigerator? Hummus sandwiches, that’s what! I’m not big on sandwiches in general. It just seems like most vegetarian sandwiches are more bread than anything else. This healthy, hearty, fresh hummus sandwich gets one enthusiastic stamp of approval from your resident sandwich skeptic, though. We start with some lightly toasted, sturdy whole grain bread....
In this recipe I am sharing how to make handvo in a pan. Since handvo is made from lentils and is fermented, it is a healthy snack. This Gujarati handvo recipe comes from my sister’s friend. Her mom makes excellent handvo and my sis got this recipe from her. I tried and it gave good results. So I thought of sharing it. It is one of the popular Gujarati recipe....
I basically survived on granola bars in high school. Pre-packaged, too sweet, milk chocolate granola bars at lunch and before volleyball practice. Every day. Naturally, I’ve been pretty burnt out on granola bars for the past ten years. Then my friend Sara (whom I met through the blog) texted me the ingredients list for a granola bar and requested that I recreate them. I trust Sara’s taste in granola bars and thought I’d better give these a shot, so I stopped at the nearest Kaldi’s Coffee shop to pick one up....
This Homemade Blueberry Sauce recipe isn’t the same as eating normal blueberries out of their punnet! It’s one things enjoying fresh blueberries straight out of a punnet, but it’s another thing entirely to make a fresh batch of homemade blueberry sauce. The versatile sweet syrup can be drizzled and served with anything! Ice cream, cakes (like this Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Cake), crepes, scones, or on a simple piece of toast replacing jam....
The below list contains both the names of flours made from cereals (grains) and seeds (pseudo grains like amaranth, buckwheat, millets etc). Also are listed flours from beans and lentils. I have also mentioned if these flours are gluten free or not. While I have done the English, Hindi, Marathi and Gujarati translations on my own, for the other languages, the reference is taken from the book, Modern Cookery by Thangam Philip....
What is Butter Chicken Butter chicken is a popular Indian curry that’s made of bite-sized, grilled pieces of chicken that are simmered in a creamy tomato-based sauce. It is finished with a splash of heavy cream for a rich, luxurious taste. Why We Love This Recipe If you enjoy my classic butter chicken recipe, you will absolutely adore this one! This 30-minute butter chicken is 100% weeknight-friendly. With one simple swap of ingredients, you can make it dairy-free too....
Enjoy a restaurant-style Biryani with a side of Boondi raita in just 40 minutes, thanks to this easy recipe. What is Biryani There are many theories about the origin of ‘Biryani’ (pronounced bee-riya-nee). It is believed to have originated in Persia and was brought to India by the Mughals around the 16th century. The word Biryani is derived from the Persian word Beriyan, which means ’to fry or roast’ before cooking, and Birinj, the Persian word for rice....
Updated Jan 16, 2020 (the scene of the crime) I was really hoping I could get through 5 months of international travel and NOT have to write this post. And I was this close, with just over 3 weeks left. But uhh, no such luck. Because this week I got smacked down, roughed up and reminded about the whole, “Oh, yes, I have celiac disease” thing. In typical Murphy’s Law fashion, it also happened the day after I proclaimed on Instagram how easy it’s been to travel and find gluten-free, healthy, whole food options – virtually everywhere....
Learn how to customize it to your taste and enjoy this indulgent dessert any time of the year! Kada Prasad Halwa is a decadent sweet that is made with three key ingredients- Atta (whole-wheat flour), ghee, and sugar. it is traditionally served as an offering in Gurudwara- a place of worship for Sikhs. Growing up, my mom made a lighter version of Kada Prasad or Atta ka Halwa. The beauty of this simple dessert is that it comes together in under 10 minutes, with three basic ingredients, and is so comforting....
About Kadala Curry Kadala is the Malayalam word for “chickpeas,” which are also known as kala chana, desi chana or whole bengal gram. Kari means “curry,” which you might’ve already guessed from context clues. Chickpeas are a great source of vegetarian protein, as well as fiber and nutrients, making this a healthy curry option. This traditional recipe from Kerala is also naturally vegan and gluten free, making it a lovely meal for sharing with friends and family....
About Katori Chaat The Hindi word ‘katori’ is a ‘small bowl’ and a ‘tokri’ refers to a ‘basket’ in English. Hence, very aptly named, this recipe of Katori Chaat or Tokri Chaat means small to medium sized edible bowls or baskets filled with essentials that make up a smashing. mouth-watering chaat. The crispiness of the fried potato basket is distinctly felt when eating katori chaat. There are many flavors, textures and tastes bursting in the mouth....
