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Pair with Aloo Gobi Sabzi: Potato Cauliflower Stir-fry In northern India, this popular combination is called Rajma Chawal, where Rajma refers to any variety of kidney beans, and, Chawal means rice. This dish is very close to my heart- it represents my Punjabi roots and has countless childhood memories attached to it. I n this recipe, I have cooked Kidney Beans and Rice Pot-in-Pot, which means I’ve cooked both in the same pot, using the pot-in-pot technique (PIP), a huge time and effort saver....

What is Kothimbir Vadi In Marathi language “kothimbir” or “kothmir” stands for coriander leaves. The word ‘vadi’ means cubes or slices or wedges. So these are basically steamed coriander and gram flour cake cubes that are fried. To prepare kothimbir vadi is very simple. You need to first prepare a thick batter mixture from the ingredients and later steam it until firm and well cooked. This steamed cake is then cut into squares or cubes which we call as vadi and then fried....

Made with Indian pantry staples, this flavor-packed dish is ready in a little over 20 minutes of cooking time! Kurkuri bhindi is a Punjabi-style fried okra recipe. In Hindi, ‘kurkuri’ translates to crispy, while ‘bhindi’ means okra. You can think of this dish as Indian spiced okra fries. Traditionally, okra halves are dipped in a batter of besan (gram flour) seasoned with salt, and warm Indian spices, then deep-fried in a large pot of oil....

This Lemon Chicken Scallopini with Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce combines two recipes into one: lemon garlic chicken AND a lemon garlic cream sauce to keep the flavours going! A lot of my readers have been asking if this Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken Piccata can be served without the addition of parmesan cheese. Even though I do understand some people have parmesan cheese issues (my husband being one of them) I have to admit part of me screams WHAT THE EVEN?...

I consider fruits to be nature’s candy. There are a bountiful of fruits that mother nature has blessed us with. Each season brings in a variety of fruits that we can savor and enjoy. Fresh fruits are healthy and some of them have the tag of superfood too like avocado, blueberries, watermelon, strawberries, apples. You can eat them, juice them, make smoothies, make jams and preserves. In fact there are so many cakes and desserts that you can make with fruits....

About Malai Paneer I have adapted this Malai Paneer from the cookbook ‘1000 Great Indian Recipes – The Ultimate Book of Indian Cuisine’ and modified it as per me and my family’s preferences. While I was reading through the recipe in this book, it stuck with me as I felt it was too quick and easy paneer dish that came from the restaurant chefs. The quickness and ease of this specific recipe of Malai Paneer made me try it at home, without a second thought....

The recipe is quick, simple and easy to make as I have made it plain and not stuffed the green chillies with potatoes or paneer or any other stuffing. But you can stuff them with a stuffing of your choice. Two more popular stuffed variations which are also a street food are: Mirchi Vada – These are spicy crispy stuffed chili cutlet from the Rajasthani cuisine having a stuffing of savory spiced mashed potatoes....

What is Patoli Rice rolls stuffed with fresh coconut and jaggery, and then steamed result in the dish named Patoli or Patoleo. The stuffing mixture may be flavored with spices like cardamom powder, nutmeg powder and dry fruits or nuts. What makes Patoli extra special is the fact that method of cooking involves steaming these rice rolls in fresh turmeric leaves. July to September are the months when the markets in Goa and the Konkan belt of India are abundant with fresh turmeric leaves....

I’m back! I felt like my brain was running at half speed while I had that head cold. My thoughts seem to be clearing as my symptoms have lifted, but now I’m presented with an overwhelming workload and would rather crawl back under the covers with Cookie. So it goes. I’m taking a little break to share one of my new favorite, quick meals. It took two tries to get this one right, but my second attempt really hits the spot....

Well hello, golden potatoes. You are exactly what I crave with dinner after a long day. More redeeming than French fries, yet just as nice. I’ll admit that it took me quite a few tries to perfect this roasted potatoes recipe. So, I have a few tricks to share today. This method yields substantial hunks of potatoes that are beautifully golden on the outside and pillowy-tender on the inside....

About Puri Bhaji Batata Bhaji is a dry, flavorful potato curry that is spiced with green chilis, onion, ginger, and a host of Indian spices. This delicious Aloo Sabji is then served with a plateful of light and crisp fried bread known as puri (or poori). The result of this combination is simply blissful. Creamy potatoes are flavored with bright, mild ingredients and are given a textural point of interest with the poori....

Ingredients for Restaurant-Style Salsa When I said this is the easiest salsa you’ll ever make, I wasn’t kidding! All you need to make this zesty salsa is mini pearl tomatoes, onion chunks, a clove of garlic (or two), cilantro, a lime, salt and cumin. You can also add a jalapeno pepper to this recipe to customize it to your taste. I like to skip it so everyone, including kids, can enjoy this salsa without having to worry about spice levels....

More on Rose Lassi As I mentioned in the beginning, Rose Lassi is a super cooling lassi variation made with fresh curd, rose petals and rose syrup. Besides these, other ingredients that go in this recipe are chilled water, some rose water, sugar and dry fruits to give it a rich touch. Lassi is a very popular North Indian beverage, especially during the summers. It is not just refreshing and a super way to combat the extreme heat, but also cools the system and makes for a filling drink....

This simple salad features a few marvelously complementary flavors: earthy beets, bitter arugula, salty feta, savory pepitas and sweet and tangy balsamic dressing.

This strawberry-infused cocktail is a fun spin on a classic mint julep. Sometimes I find an ingredient so delicious or a concept so exciting that I feel like I’m holding onto a big secret. When I finally get the chance to share these big discoveries with you all, I feel like a giddy little kid on the inside (hands clapping, jumping up and down, rah rah rah!). Today is one of those days....

This Swedish Meatballs recipe has been passed down from a Swedish grandmother to her beautiful granddaughter, and are the best Swedish meatballs I’ve ever tasted! Even better than Ikea! Easy to make meatballs full of flavour, swimming in the most amazing creamy gravy sauce! ~ Karina Swedish Meatballs Hi there! My name is Helena! I was born in Sweden and lived there for the first 20 years of my life before I moved to Australia in 2010....

Life is good! Let’s celebrate with this classic red sangria recipe. Sure, I love a glass of wine at the end of a long day, but sangria is best shared with friends. Sangria is festive, fruity and fun. It’s a perfect party punch to pair with Spanish tapas or Mexican food. Cold sangria is undeniably great on hot summer days. The red wine base and versatile seasonal fruit options make it appropriate for cooler days, too!...

This sandwich has always been a favorite of mine. I remember I used to ask my mom to make them when we used to go for picnics. She would lovingly make them and nicely wrap them in aluminum foil. They would not get mushy or moist, even after 2 to 3 hours. These sandwiches can also be made for children’s school tiffin as well as wrapped and taken on trips....

About Veg Kadai So what is a Kadai? A Kadai is a popular kitchen utensil used in Indian cooking. It is quite similar to Chinese wok but is deeper in comparison. Kadai is used for deep frying, stir-fries, sauteing and making sweets. Traditional Indian sweets like Rabri, Carrot Halwa are slow simmered and slow-cooked in a Kadai as the large surface allows the ingredients to evaporate and thicken. The recipe originates from the North Indian cuisine and the entire dish is made in a kadai....

Today is just not my day. It’s one of those days when every earnest attempt at productivity is slowed by unforeseen circumstances. Like, my dog ate my lunch. My sidebar doesn’t look right. And I need to hurry to the post office so I can mail my life savings to Uncle Sam. So it goes. If these scones look familiar, it’s because they are a riff on last fall’s pumpkin pecan scones....