Pothli, literally means a small bag, bundle or parcel.That is what this is, a bundle of deliciousness that is perfect for special occasions and festivals. The best part about this is that because the dal is cooked and dried,this snack … Continued
Crispy, fried vegetable pakora is the Indian version of battered fries, except with a little more spice! Monsoons in India are synonymous with these fried treats and when it rains, it provides the much needed respite from the blistering sun. … Continued
Quinoa as we know is the only food source in the plant kingdom which is a complete protein, providing all nine essential Amino acids, which the body is unable to make and hence must come from food. Combine that with … Continued
Jalapenos stuffed with cream cheese and deep fried….yum whats not to love about these appetizers. But do you always feel guilty after eating a few! No reason to feel guilty with these baked poppers. I decided to give a twist … Continued
A treat for the vegetarians. I had eaten these kebabs growing up in India but after coming to the USA, couldn’t find Bhea/Lotus stems as we live in a small town where we didn’t even have an Indian store till … Continued
This Mexican inspired appetizer is a crowd pleaser. The beans, spinach and carrots add to the nutrition quotient while the cheeses give the right amount of indulgence. The addition of garlic and jalapenos adds the right amount of heat and … Continued
Green Moong or Mung Beans as its popularly known in the US can easily be called a superfood for the common man with its wealth of vitamins and minerals abundant in the humble legume. For the vegetarians it provides a … Continued
Every year our family does a 30 day detox in which we give up all grains, lentils, sugar,dairy and all kinds of processed foods. The only things allowed are protein, vegetables and fruits, nuts and basically all the goodies that … Continued
Your tastebuds will thank you-spicy, sweet, tangy and zingy! Looks so appealing and goes perfectly with snacks/appetizers and chips! Great alternate to traditional salsa. The first time I used habanero Peppers, I was new to the US and bought some … Continued
Want a quick,easy, colorful salad which can be put together in 10-15 minutes, then this is the recipe! I love to make this as an appetizer, specially because it can be assembled in advance and the dressing also made a … Continued