Category Gluten Free

Stuffed Peppers

In summer, many varieties of peppers grow in my garden.  I love all kinds of peppers. My favorite dish is stuffed peppers.  Banana peppers, green peppers and red peppers all have a different taste. Ingredients: 6-8 Long Peppers 3    TBsp…

Onion & Tomato Raita

This side dish is tasty in itself. It is in category of relishes and called Raita.  I love this recipe, it is very quick, original and very easy to make.  Cooking Difficulty Level: Easy Preparation Time: 15 Minutes Ingredients:    1    Carrot,…

Suki Bhajii Masala Potato

Potato Sabjii is called Suki Bhaji and is the most popular vegetable all over India.  It is inexpensive,  versatile and easy to cook. It is good with puff puri and roti.  It is also great for burritos and left over…

Eggplant Parmesan My Way

On a Sunday I decided to make an effort to create a recipe that was low in fat and calories. I am big fan of using up what’s in the refrigerator. This is what I found. Serves: 2 people Ingredients:…

Handvo – Masala Loaf

In 1976 when I came to America, I always remembered food from back home. One item was spicy Handvo.  There wasn’t a local Indian Grocery Store, so I created this version which has the same taste I crave.  Currently, handvo mix is readily…

Spring Salad

This salad is must at my Thanksgiving dinner.  I had a family reunion at my place and this salad was a big hit. My daughter tried to make it and she said it came out exactly perfect. Ingredients: 1    Bag Ready…

Mixed Vegetable Soup

Preparation Time: 10 MinutesCooking Time: 25 MinutesServes: 4-5 Ingredients: 3-4 Tomatoes 3-4 Carrots 1    Cup Cut Snake Gourd 1    Red Bell Pepper Few Broccoli Florets 1    Small Ginger Piece 1    Tsp Cumin Seeds 1    TBsp Cumin & Coriander Powder Cilantro…

Udad Dal – Split Udad Beans

This dal is high in protein and is a must in Northern India. Cooking Preparation Time: 10 MinutesCooking Time: 30 MinutesServes: 4 Ingredients: 1    Cup Udad Dal 5    Cups Water 1    TBsp Oil 1    Tsp Cumin Seeds 1/4 Tsp Turmeric 1/2…

Tomato Jam

Recently, my friend, Sapna Lulla, gave me a jar of tomato jam.  I enjoyed it very much with bread, thepla and with meals as well. What a nice way to treat a friend!  I thought I should share her recipe with…

Jonathan’s Impressive Salad

I am a big fan of healthy eating. As a vegetarian, I see how hard it is to get proper nutrition and I wonder how the next generation copes to maintain healthy food habits. To my astonishment, I was impressed with…

Indian Style Cabbage Stir Fry

This recipe is pan-fried, healthy and quick. You may also use shredded carrots and bell peppers.  Cabbage is high in Omega-3’s. Preparation Time: 20 MinutesServes: 2-4 Ingredients: 2    Cups Cabbage, shredded 1    Cup Peas, frozen 1    Cup Potato, cut in small cubes…

Lentil Soup

Winter is here and it has started snowing already which reminds me of healthy, hearty and warm lentil soup. Lentils are low on the glycemic index which means they cause the sugar level in the blood to stay the same. Because…