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Varutharacha Sambar is a typical spicy and tangy sambar. What makes it distinct than its other South Indian counterparts is the roasted coconut paste in it. Thus, the roasted coconut is one of the highlights of this particular sambar. This roasting of coconut for making the coconut-spice paste also makes the Varutharacha Sambar taste different than the regular variety of sambar that is made with sambar powder. In addition to the fresh grated coconut, other ingredients for this paste are chana dal, urad dal, coriander seeds, fenugreek seeds and dried red chilies....

About Veg Cheese Sandwich I have been having these scrumptious sandwiches from the street side sandwich stalls or carts in Mumbai, during my school and college years, as breakfast or brunch or takeaways. Even later when working, I would have these sandwiches for a quick brunch or lunch. These sandwiches usually have vegetables like tomato, cucumber, onion, boiled potatoes and beets. Sometimes you may find capsicum too. I have added most veggies in these sandwiches, except boiled beetroots....

About Vegetable Curry Recipe A variety of mixed vegetable recipes are common both in North Indian as well as South Indian cuisines. As it is also a favorite in my house, I have a few variations of preparations that include mixed veggies in them. Some are dryish, others semi-dry or curry based. This recipe of Vegetable Curry is one way that I make, with typical Punjabi flavors in it. I had seen this Vegetable Curry Recipe on a television show decades back....

Hallelujah! I finished my cookbook. Photos are finalized and uploaded; every sentence has been double-checked for accuracy. We even made “Cookie + Kate” bigger on the cover, thanks to your feedback. I can’t wait for you to see it on May 16th! The minute I sent off the final draft of my book, I started plotting my next vacation. I’ve felt tied to the book project for the past year and a half, both mentally and physically....

About Vindaloo The Portuguese Goan cuisine offers some really delectable recipes like Xacuti, ambotik, cafrael, bafad, sorpotel, etc. But all these are classically made with a variety of meats, pork being the most preferred. Thus, mix vegetables, unripe jackfruit and mushrooms are a preferred choice for vegetarians and eggetarians can make the same recipes with eggs. This Mushroom Vindaloo is one such plant based version that I have created. For this dish, usually, meats are marinated in the vindaloo paste that is made first....

Updated Jul 07, 2023 I don’t think I’ve ever been so happy about a new kitchen product launch in a long time. One of the most common questions I get is “do I need to buy a food processor in addition to a blender?” Meaning, can the blender just do it all. And unfortunately, the answer is no. While I adore my Vitamix blender, there’s just certain things a food processor can do that a blender can’t do (which I’ll explain below)....

Spring is here, daffodils and all, and I’m just thrilled about it. April brings more seasonal produce to the table, including asparagus, beets and peas. You’ll find the full list below, and even more spring recipes here. Asparagus Spring Veggie Stir-Fry Easily gluten free and vegan “Love this stir-fry! I have made it several times now, all with different vegetables, and it has turned out great every time. So delicious and full of flavor....

Updated Oct 01, 2024 A bowl of soup always hits the spot for a cozy and comforting meal. Plus, that warm steam rising from the pot on those cold weather days is the best! So I’m excited to share all my favorite soup recipes that’ll mix and match vegetables and proteins (from ground beef to chicken to lentils) in a variety of ways. I’m confident you’ll love the recipes below (they’re well-tested and loved) and find two or three new soup recipes to add to your weekly dinner rotation....

With a tasty mix of ‘kids-approved’ sweet and savory snack recipes, these treats will keep your child energized after school! If you’re a parent like me, you may have wondered countless times about what’s a good snack after school. This recipe collection will provide you with plenty of ideas for that. Should kids have after-school snacks? After-school snacks provide the much-needed energy boost that keeps kids going between school, sports, and homework....

Why this recipe works In this recipe, both bhindi (okra) & potatoes (aloo) are sauteed or fried in oil. This cooking method makes sure that the okra does not become slimy and the potatoes do not crumble or become mealy. As we do not add raw okra and potatoes directly while cooking, this ensures that your okra does not become too soft or mushy. Thus the final dish has a good texture and looks great and appetizing on the dinner table....

About Aloo Rasedar How many times you get to eat or try a dish which is simple at its core, made with no onion, no garlic and still is able to strike the right chord when hunger strikes? I mean a lot of people have this misconception about Indian food being ONLY spicy and fatty. But if you delve deep into it, you’ll find that most of our everyday dishes are an answer to this question....

Oct 08, 2024 Vitamix A3300 Ascent Series: Now is the time to finally grab a Vitamix blender to whip up all my Vitamix recipes! Vitamix FC-50-SP Food Cycler: If you’ve been looking to reduce food waste, this food cycler is amazing! The new carbon filter lid reduces odors so you can worry less about offensive smells. And quieter cycles mean you can run it multiple times a day, year-round. Ninja Max Air Fryer: If you’ve been eyeing this air fryer to make all my air fryer recipes, now’s the time to snatch this on sale....

Enjoy this quick and easy recipe for feta baked pasta any night of the week! Okay…I admit it. I’m a little late to the baked feta pasta, aka “TikTok Pasta”, trend. But believe me when I say, I wish I would have made this sooner. Not only is it delicious, but it’s a simple recipe I can put together with just a handful of ingredients. What is “TikTok Pasta”? “TikTok Pasta”, or baked feta pasta, is a recipe that went viral in 2019 after it was posted by Jenni Häyrinen, or @Liemessa, a Finland-based food blogger....

What is Basundi Basundi is a popular dessert most commonly made in Western India, in such states as Maharashtra and Gujarat. Basically it is flavored, thickened and sweetened milk that is made with slow cooking whole milk to which sugar, fragrant spices and nuts are added later. This basundi recipe is a quicker version made with sweetened condensed milk and comes together under 25 minutes. It’s a bit similar to Rabdi, which is often served in North India....

Serve with onions and colourful bell pepper strips and traditional corn tortillas (or flour tortillas) for the best dinner in minutes. OR wrap them in a lettuce leaf for a low carb option. These are the Best Chicken Fajitas and they are so versatile! BEST CHICKEN FAJITAS Chicken Fajitas would have to be one of the easiest recipes out there, BUT people (used to be me) usually opt to buy seasoning in a packet from the supermarket....

Bhutta means “corn” and “kees” means “grated”. Actually bhutta is the Hindi word for corn and “kees” is the Marathi word for grated. So the name of the recipe has both the Hindi and Marathi terms. Some cities in India are famous for their street food and Indore is one of them. One more tasty snack from Indore that you must try is this khatta meetha Indori poha. For the recipe ideally desi corn is used....

Bread vada is one of those quick and easy snacks that can be made with bread slices. Here I have used homemade no knead whole wheat bread. You can even use multi grain or Whole wheat bread or Brown bread. You can use fresh bread or few days old bread. The addition of onions does give a nice crunch in the crisp outer layer. The herbs and spices also add a slight pungency and spiciness to the vadas....

About Burani Raita If you think that it is the rich, fragrant and robust Veg Biryani that defines Hyderabadi cuisine, wait, till you actually have the Burani Raita. Because a Hyderabadi biryani experience is never really complete without teaming the rice dish with the burhani raita or a simple Onion Raita and a Mirchi Ka Salan too. Yes, you can actually call the Burani Raita as the perfect companion of the Hyderabadi style biryani....

About Cherry Smoothie This healthy fruit smoothie recipe is a delicious way to use fresh cherries when they are in season. Not only are these vibrant fruits wonderfully tasty, they also happen to be very healthy! Cherries are packed full of antioxidants, fibre, potassium, and vitamin C – and they are also very low in calories. When blended, versus juiced, cherries retain more of these nutrients. And because fresh cherries are naturally sweet, there’s no need to add more sugar!...

Chicken korma is one of my favorite Indian dishes. It’s flavorful, vibrant and different from the other curries. You won’t find any Indian restaurant that doesn’t serve this delicacy. My Dad used to make the BEST Korma ever, so I grew up eating it often. And now my girls simply can’t get enough! Every once in a while over a weekend, they’ll make it all by themselves using this recipe....