I have a confession. Again. This is one of those dinners that takes me about 15-20 minutes to make: from start to finish. It’s my emergency go-to when the kids are screaming — okay, asking nicely with all manners intact — for heavy take-out pasta. I know, it’s probably not fair of me to give them this instead of the sometimes nauseating pasta we have bought twice, maybe three times before....
About Chutney Sandwich Recipe This Chutney Sandwich is a preparation that is definitely a family favorite. The recipe is from one of my mother’s friends who would regularly make these amazing sandwiches slathered with this special coconuty green chutney in them. I’m glad she passed on her recipe to my mom, and she to me. Fresh coriander leaves and coconut are the star ingredients in the no onion, no garlic chutney recipe used for this Chutney Sandwich....
If there’s one condiment you’ll always find in my fridge, it’s Cilantro Chutney! It is my go-to flavor booster that’s perfect as a dip for appetizers, marinades for vegetables & meat, sandwich spreads, salad dressings, and so much more. What is Cilantro Chutney Cilantro chutney is a mildly spicy and tangy condiment that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. It is made from fresh cilantro leaves, also known as coriander leaves, blended with other ingredients such as green chilies, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and spices like cumin and salt....
Creamy Parmesan Carbonara Chicken is one of those recipes I came up with years ago when following low carb diets and this recipe includes BOTH low carb AND low fat options! However, I’ve included full fat + carb options also! CARBONARA CHICKEN Usually, a traditional carbonara sauce is made with reserved pasta water, eggs and parmesan cheese, all mixed through cooked/warm pasta to create a creamy sauce. Even though this recipe contains NO EGG, I’ve kept all of your favourite carbonara flavours for when the craving hits!...
Cozy and comforting, are words I associate with soup season! Here is a unique twist on butternut squash soup with the volume turned up thanks to some Thai curry paste and warm Indian spices. A one-pot wonder made in the Instant pot, it’s the quintessential fall meal. With minimal prep work and hands-off cooking, it’s a wonderful make-ahead that will keep for days in the fridge. Let’s get started! Another squash favorite: Roasted Butternut Squash Salad...
What is Dhansak The Dhansak can be touted as the undefeated champion in Parsi comfort food. And why shouldn’t it be? I feel any dish that has the usage of lentils/legumes and vegetables in it, automatically becomes comforting and nourishing. Along with which, the traditional Dhansak also has meat with liberal use of spices (read: Dhansak masala) and herbs. This iconic medley of veggies, lentils and spices may sound celebratory. On the flip-side, the Dhansak is not really one and never becomes a part of weddings, festivals and celebrations according to the Parsi community....
30-Minute Easy Chicken Chili Recipe This is a fairly easy chicken chili recipe to put together in my programmable pressure cooker, Instant Pot. The actual cook time is about 8 minutes. Including the time it takes the pot to pressurize and depressurize, this dish is ready to be served in under 30 minutes, from start to finish. Making it in the instant pot makes this recipe a simple dump and start dish thats great for weeknight meals....
What is Falooda As I already mentioned in the beginning, a falooda is a cross between a dessert and drink. Hence, I like to call it as ‘dessert drink’ only. You can sip on the lovely compilation or dig through the layers and savor the decadent flavors. So, both a spoon and a straw are quite mandatory with the falooda. A bit about its origin: The Indian ‘falooda’ comes from its Persian counterpart ‘faloodeh....
Introducing my favorite quinoa salad! I’ve published more than a few quinoa salads over the years and I genuinely love all of them, but this recipe is officially my favorite. This quinoa salad is refreshing, crisp and delicious. It’s made simply with fresh cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, chickpeas, fresh parsley and a garlicky olive oil and lemon dressing. The salad sort of reminds me of tabouleh, an herbed Lebanese salad with tomatoes and bulgur....
Have you met my new friend, the mezcalita? She’s fun like a margarita, but smoky, spicy and more mysterious. I got to know her this summer on a trip to Mexico City. The mezcalitas varied from restaurant to restaurant, but they were all more orange-forward than your standard limey margarita, with spicy salted rims. Naturally, I figured out how to make my own mezcalitas when I got back. I discovered a small mezcal selection at a nearby liquor store (right by the tequila) and purchased a mild, mixable mezcal called Vida....
About Garlic Breadsticks My version of the Cheese Breadsticks or Garlic Breadsticks can also be categorized under the family of garlic breads. Here, I have just brushed the bread dough with some garlic-herb butter, then stuffed it with a trio of cheese, made them into long pieces and baked. So basically, ‘sticks’ of garlic bread filled with cheesy goodness. Remember: While you’re here, getting ready to make these Cheesy Breadsticks, I’ll bring your notice to 2 more things....
How is your summer thus far? Mine has been spent on patios and porches, with good company and cocktails. It hasn’t been kind to my meager checkbook, but laughs with friends have been good for the soul. I worked entirely too much last summer, and I’m determined that this one will be different—a season to remember. Since berry season is upon us, I thought I’d share my latest breakfast recipe discovery....
Finally, a ‘recipe’ with zero cooking, marinading, dressing, or thinking, when you already have a million things happening for your holiday feast. This loaded holiday cheeseboard is CRAZY! You have a turkey in the slow cooker thanks to our Crispy Skin Slow Cooker Turkey Recipe, a Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake setting in the fridge, and a whole other array of sides happening. But what about a starter? That’s where our extravagant holiday cheeseboard comes in!...
You’ll love this homemade pumpkin chai latte if you enjoy pumpkin spice lattes. When you’re craving a warm pumpkin drink at home, this chai latte recipe will satisfy your cravings! It’s simply a better homemade option than coffee-based pumpkin spice lattes. Why? It’s easy to brew tea at home, but it’s difficult to make good espresso. Plus, you can sip this pumpkin latte any time of day. Wake up with regular caffeinated chai tea bags in the morning or relax with decaffeinated rooibos chai in the evening....
Cauliflower is perhaps one of the most versatile vegetables on the planet! You can eat it raw in salads, roast it, stir-fry it, add it to curries, and my most favorite way- rice it! My hubby and I prefer to eat a low-carb diet most days of the week. Given my love for Indian and Asian recipes in which rice is a huge component, this recipe works as the easiest and tastiest substitute for rice for us....
Posting due to popular demand! If you have seen this Roasted Tomato Basil Soup video and wondered where the recipe is for the Garlic Cheese Breads served at the end, well here it is! I know its taken forever. You know, life and all that. HOMEMADE GARLIC BREAD This is a garlic bread recipe I used to make for myself when I was home with two sleeping babies and no time to make lunch in between....
What is Carnitas Carnitas, is Mexican spiced pulled pork that is cooked with citrus and spices till it is fall-apart tender. It is then shredded and broiled in the oven, or in a skillet, so the sugars caramelize and give it an amazing crust. Each bite of this shredded pork is a perfect balance of juicy-tender and golden-crisp! What Goes with Pork Carnitas Some popular ways to enjoy Carnitas is in tacos and burritos....
Why This Instant Pot Pav Bhaji Works In the realm of quick and flavorful Indian cuisine, the Instant Pot Pav Bhaji shines as a star, blending the convenience of modern cooking with the rich flavors of traditional street food. Imagine the Instant Pot (IP), a modern marvel of culinary technology, humming with anticipation as it transforms a medley of vegetables into a luscious, fragrant and delicious bhaji. Carrots, potatoes, cauliflower, capsicum, green peas, and French beans dance together in a symphony of colors, their natural flavors intensifying under pressure....
This jaggery rice is a favorite of everyone at home. The recipe is easy and quick to make and taste too good. This recipe is especially loved by kids or people who have a sweet tooth. This recipe Is my mom-in-law’s specialty. She learned this recipe from her mother-in-law. My mom-in-law’s mother-in-law belonged to the families who migrated from Pakistan, during the partition. This explains the original source of this recipe....
About Mango Falooda Mango Falooda is a variation of the popular Indian dessert drink Falooda. While the simple basic falooda does not contain any fruit based purees or pulps, this Mango Falooda variant has fresh mango puree as one of the essential ingredients. This Mango Falooda is one of those recipes that’s truly a mango heaven or ‘death by mangoes,’ as rightly pointed out by one of my dear friends. There is obviously this popular summer fruit in different forms along with other cooling ingredients like rose syrup and Sabja Seeds (Sweet Basil Seeds)....
