About Zarda Recipe Zarda pulao is so named because the word zard means ‘yellow’ in Persian and Urdu languages. Typical zarda pulao has a yellow color from using yellow food color. In my Zarda Recipe, I have used saffron to get that sunshiny color and have not used any artificial colors whatsoever. Zarda rice is made during festive occasions in our home. This is my mother-in-law’s recipe and it has become my go-to for this delicious dish....
Okay if there is any way to enjoy a healthier, quick and easy pizza recipe it’s this one… 10-minute Portobello Pizzas! There are no words to describe the deep love over 90% of the worlds population has for a good, cheese-filled and mouth watering pizza. Using portobello mushroom caps is one of my favourite ways to kick a craving → with ALL of the flavours → without the calories. And I just didn’t feel like stinking out my house with cauliflower, squeezing the hell out of it, and creating a crust just to get what I wanted....
I love baking, and I especially love baking with fruits. Apples are one of my favorite ingredients, and they show up in various desserts on my website, like Apple Pie, Apple Cake, and Apple Halwa. Apples also make an excellent base for cobblers, crisps and crumbles. What’s not to love about a dessert with fruit that is lightly sweetened and baked until fork tender and topped with a yummy, carb-y layer?...
Make it with cranberry chutney, strawberry jam, or any store-bought jam, and enjoy this crowd-pleasing appetizer! Whenever I am hosting a party, especially during the holidays, I look for easy appetizer recipes that take very little time to put together, yet have the wow factor. This baked brie recipe with jam is one of those aces up my sleeve. It takes me 5 minutes to put it together, the oven does the rest of the work, and when I take it out, it draws everyone to it....
A simple banana cake recipe infused with cinnamon and maple flavours is perfect to enjoy at any time of the day. You will LOVE the smell of this banana cake wafting through your house. Not to be confused with Banana Bread, this cake melts in your mouth with the perfect amount of sweetness. The best excuse to use up over-ripe bananas! THE PERFECT BANANA CAKE This recipe is so simple and guarantees a moist cake every single time....
Is it too soon for a cocktail? Nah, I don’t think so. We’ve been celebrating with Kir Royale cocktails this summer, and I wanted to introduce you to this delightfully fizzy, lightly pink drink. The Kir Royale is a Champagne cocktail made with a splash of French berry liqueur. Cocktails truly don’t get any easier. Kir Royales are a blushing alternative to sparkling rosé or straight Champagne. The simple act of swirling two ingredients together makes Kir Royales seem more celebratory, if you will....
With the option of serving them with a scoop of No Bake Eggnog Cheesecake and the Mixed Berries from this recipe, breakfast is a winner after Christmas. These Blender Eggnog Crêpes can’t get any simpler than preparing the batter straight in your blender. No whisking. No resting. Just blend! And your crêpe batter is ready and lump free in a matter of seconds. Fry up your crêpe in a non stick pan or crêpe pan....
It’s still way too cold outside! The days are getting longer, though, and juicy, in-season citrus is brightening up my days. Spring will surely come soon. Right? For now, we can enjoy this cheerful avocado and blood orange salad. You could call it a wintertime version of my favorite avocado salad. It’s bold and bright, and almost looks more like abstract art than food. That is, until you take a bite, and fall in love....
About Bread Roll This Indian snack recipe of bread roll has a crispy outside texture encased with a tangy savory potato stuffing inside. The potato stuffing is filled inside a bread slice, rolled and then deep fried. If deep frying is not your thing, then you can opt to bake or air fry them. They will still be delicious if not very crispy like the deep fried bread roll. In case you might be interested in the baked version, then do check this recipe of Bread Cheese Roll....
Alongside our Churro Nutella Christmas Tree and our Garlic Herb Butter Roast Turkey, this Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Ham recipe is one of our absolute favourite Christmas dishes. BAKED HAM More often than not, trying to bake a ham at home for Christmas results in a dry, bland tasting ham creating more stress than it’s worth. Well, I’m here to prove that you don’t have to be intimidated by baked ham!...
What is typically in a Veggie Burger Veggie burgers have become a popular healthy alternative to meat based burgers. These days, grocery stores and restaurants are offering many options, that try to mimic a meat texture, to custom made black bean and veggie patties and more. A veggie burger recipe can be made with beans, chickpeas, lentils, tofu, tempeh, quinoa and a mix of different vegetables. I have been making a Vegetable Cutlet for years, so when I began getting requests for a vegetarian burger recipe, I was happy to take that recipe and adapt it into this perfect veggie burger where the patties are made with various mix veggies....
This is my final post for 2015 and I had to go out with a bang! But don’t worry; as of tomorrow our New Years resolutions will be easy to start and maintain with the incredibly delicious healthy recipes I have lined up. Healthy or low calorie doesn’t mean boring over here. Think Fajita Salads, Chocolate Mousse and rich low carb brownies. To those who are about to celebrate — Happy New Year!...
About Coconut Rice This nutty and mild rice-based dish is called Coconut Rice, also Thengai Sadam in Tamil language. The words ‘thengai’ means ‘coconut’ and ‘sadam’ denotes ‘rice.’ Coconut Rice is one of the staples as well as favorite dishes in the South Indian regions of India. Fairly simple to make, this dish comes together by mixing sautéed or fried lentils, spices, herbs and fresh grated coconut with cooked rice. There are quite a number of variations of this Coconut Rice recipe in South Indian cuisine....
I know, fall is coming and everyone’s excited about pumpkin spice lattes. But, it’s still blazing hot outside and I’ve been working on my cold brew coffee game all summer. I’ve become a self-proclaimed cold brew aficionado, so hear me out! Homemade cold brew coffee is: Smooth, slightly sweet and super refreshing Easy to make More affordable than buying at a coffee shop Ready-made for busy mornings Easily heated up if you’re in the mood for hot coffee...
We love scrambled eggs over here… and we love them the way ma’ mama makes ’em. With her Colombian ways, I grew up with an abundance of Huevos Pericos. Eggs with shallots/scallions or onions and tomatoes. And I was craving them…badddd. Does it ever happen to you that a certain food takes you wayyyy back to when you were 5? The smell, the taste, the sweet sweet memories of not having the worlds decisions on your shoulders?...
Enjoy this delicious plant-based protein over rice, noodles, salads, or in your favorite curry If you’re looking for a quick and flavorful plant-based protein to add to your meal, this crispy tofu in the air fryer is an absolute winner! In just a little over 30 minutes, the tofu pieces end up perfectly crispy on the outside with a chewy center. And just like with most air fryer recipes, it’s much healthier than deep-frying it....
Buttery, garlicky, fluffy inside with crisp, golden edges… these roasted potatoes tick all my boxes! No need for bowls or pans when you can prepare and cook your potatoes on ONE PAN! Winding it back from our crispy garlic butter parmesan smashed potatoes, these traditional style crispy roasted potatoes will take you back to basics and will quickly become a family staple. HOW TO MAKE CRISPY ROAST POTATOES A fool-proof recipe, these roasted potatoes are a simply delicious side dish that go with anything!...
About Curry Leaves Chutney A chutney is an important element in an Indian cuisine. Primarily classified as a type of condiment, dipping sauce, spread or relish, it is one of those accompaniments without which an Indian meal is quite incomplete. Just like this Kadi Patta Chutney made with curry leaves, a variety of other Chutney Recipes include the main ingredients as veggies, fruits, curd, nuts, lentils, spices, herbs, etc. Thus, even the flavor profile of a chutney is quite varied – ranging from spicy, sour and sweet to salty, tangy and even bitter....
Mushroom Chicken Bites seared and cooked in buttery pan juices filled with herbs and spices, is the perfect dinner for anyone low on time. All you need is one pan, a wooden spoon and a stove top. DONE. HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN BITES Normally, when you think of chicken bites, you think of chicken nuggets or bite-sized pieces of crumbed chicken like our chicken garlic chicken strips or chicken tenders....
Updated May 15, 2024 Not sure what to cook in your brand-new air fryer? Well, you’ve come to the right place. These healthy air fryer recipes are not only great for beginners, but they’re a good reminder that almost everything made in an air fryer is super easy. Here’s what you’ll find in this post: Perfectly cooked proteins. From the juiciest chicken breasts (that are great for meal prep) to the most tender, flaky salmon....
