Bhindi Ki Kadhi-Punjabi Style
A healthier version of the famous Punjabi kadhi which is typically made with fried pakoras. I love kadhi but the thought of fried pakoras keeps me from making it more often. Summers are abundant with fresh okra and summers are … Continued
Mixed Dal Instant Idli-No Rice No Fermentation
Instant Mixed Dal idlis require no rice or fermentation. Made in a spoonful of oil its a healthy, high protein meal and ideal for those avoiding rice as well as diabetics controlling the intake of high glycemic food. After my … Continued
Instant Shahi Tukra
Five ingredients and five minutes is all you need to make this classic Indian dessert- Shahi Tukra. The word shahi literally means ‘Royal’ and Tukra means a piece. When a humble piece of bread is deep fried and soaked in … Continued
Baingan Aloo-No Onion Garlic Recipe
Eggplant/Baingan and potatoes are cooked in this simple stirfry with only tomatoes,ginger and Indian spices. The sabzi is very flavorful without the use of any onions and garlic. This recipe has been shared by my friend Sabita. She is an … Continued
Peach Ice Cream-No Eggs No Churn Recipe
No Eggs No churn peach ice cream is the easiest home made ice cream with only 5 ingredients. I have used fresh peaches and no artificial ingredients,color or preservatives. Anyone who has driven in rural south Georgia during summer has … Continued
Palak Aloo ki Sabzi
A healthy spinach and potato stir fry made with Indian spices. This dish comes together in about 15 minutes and is a great recipe for weeknights when you want dinner on the table as soon as possible. Since the … Continued
Bread Katori Chaat
Bread Katori Chaat-An easy ,healthy, make ahead appetizer that uses everyday ingredients and tastes as great as it looks. White bread is rolled thin, cut out and baked to get bowls or katoris which can be filled with any filling … Continued
How to Sprout Kala Chana/Dark Chickpea Without Sproutmaker
Sprout Kala Chana/ Black Chickpeas in an easy,hygienic way without tying them in a cloth or using a sproutmaker. All you need is a sieve /colander and a wet paper towel. I had earlier shared how to sprout Green Moong/Mung Beans. … Continued
Watermelon Rind Curry
A delicious meal that is made from watermelon rind that normally would have been thrown away. It tastes a lot like gourd (kaddu) and reminded me of sweet and sour kaddu that we ate with puris back home in India. … Continued
Miracle Hair Oil to Prevent Premature Graying
Ayurvedic herbs combined with coconut oil makes an effective hair oil that prevents premature graying and encourages growth. This recipe has been shared by my friend Hansika who ran a very successful beauty parlor in Mumbai India before she got … Continued