Cottage cheese fritters or “Pakoras” are a Saturday treat in my house. This is a guilty pleasure. This recipe is very simple and calls for a few ingredients. Once done, they taste amazingly good. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes…
Cool off this summer with fresh refreshing, healthy drinks full of antioxidants and vitamins. Everyone loved this drink at my first cooking class at Clabber Girl Cooking School in Terre Haute, IN. What a surprise it was to me when…
Fresh juice is always healthy and refreshing. The goodness of grapes, pineapple, oranges and pomegranate in a cocktail is one I always cherish. It goes very well with our Chaat, savories and snacks. Usually when I have a lot of…
Mango is the king of the fruits. In the heat of the summer, mangoes are good for the body. Mangoes have strong anti-oxidants, high iron content and they neutralize free radicals. A one cup serving of mangoes is an excellent…
Spinach has the goodness of fresh vegetables and is one of my favorites. Baby spinach leaves are easy to cook to make a quick and simple dish that is ready in minutes. A variety of spinach dishes can be served…
Dried & Fresh Figs This is a healthy and nutritious milkshake for growing kids and adults, too! It can also be a healthy breakfast item in winter. Figs are easily available in all ethnic stores. When they are fresh, they are soft…
This thick bread is a very popular item in Gujarat at supper time. It is eaten with different types of subji and various dals. It is also eaten with Aachar (Indian pickles) and a glass of warm milk. A farmer’s…
Photo of Steamed & Tempered Rolls courtesy of iFood.tv This is a typical Gujarati dish which is very popular and healthy. It is a Muthia dish (rolls made with a fist-shaped dent) and is a very versatile and quick dish. The…
This salsa comes from an old recipe called “Tom’s Tacos.” You can make this any time when you want a fresh, slightly spicy, slightly sweet tomato salsa. Cooking Preparation Time: 15 Minutes Cooking Difficulty Level: Easy Recipe Type: Vegetarian Ingredients: …
Pani Puri with Potatoes, Mung Beans, Chickpeas and Date Sauce I grew up in India. The thing I miss most are the tasty bites of food from the street vendors which are famously called “chaat.” Here, I’ve had the chance…
Spinach with Split Mung Dal This recipe is packed with protein and vitamins. It is quick, easy and tasty. It is eaten with Roti and Rice. Cooking Preparation Time: 30 Minutes Cooking Difficulty Level: Medium Recipe Type: Vegan…
Chopped Salad This salad is must with khichadi and other rice dishes. Kachumber has special place in Thali. Thali is a selection of different dishes, usually served in small bowls on a round tray. All of the bowls are filled…