Category Indian Food

Amla Achar – Sweet Pickle

Some days you want to eat something special and tasty. Amla is a popular Indian gooseberry that is very good in winter.  It is very popular as a winter snack for its nutritional value and is eaten as jams and…

Dal Baati

Guest Blogger: Sveta Shah This is a traditional dish from the state of Rajasthan in India, filled with richness and aroma and has a special flavor which is not available everywhere in the country.  Rajasthani cuisine is incomplete without the mention of…

Shrikhand – Sweet Yogurt with Saffron

Shrikhand with Fruits We all know that the goodness of yogurt and its prebiotics are healthy for the body. In the state of Gujarat, India, the summers are very hot and the humidity is very high, so yogurt is a…

Kulfi – Indian Ice Cream

Kulfi with Falooda & Nuts This recipe is very easy to make, is always a hit at parties and looks very presentable. Above all it tastes very yummy! No one knows it’s a snap. I make this kulfi in advance…

Masala Chai Tea

Chai  is the drink offered everywhere in India. No doubt it is a little bit habit-forming, but it is great way to start the day. It has antioxidant proprieties and gives relief from the common cold and allergies. Different varieties…

Spinach Rice

Preparation Time: 30 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2 Cups Rice, uncooked 2 Cups Spinach, frozen 1 Small Ginger 2 Cloves 2 Sticks Cinnamon 4 TBsp Coriander & Cumin Powder 1 Tsp Turmeric Powder 1/4 Tsp Chili or Cayenne Pepper Salt…

Spicy Mung Beans

Mung beans are the perfect healthy vegetarian protein. They are light on the stomach and have great nutritional value.   Read more about the health benefits of Mung Beans at the end of the recipe. Preparation Time: 30 Minutes Serves: 4…

Gulab Jamun

All Indian Restaurants serve Gulab Jamun religiously.  It tastes great both hot and cold.  Once you try the homemade version, you may never go back to a restaurant! Preparation Time: 30 Minutes Serves: 8-10 Ingredients: 1 Packet Gulab Jamun Mix…

Dal Dhokli – Pea Soup with Whole Wheat Pasta

Watch Video: “Preparing Dal Dhokli” & on Youtube! Dal Dhokli is as popular a Gujarati dish as pizza is to Italians. It has a medley of different tastes from sweet and sour to spicy and tangy. This recipe is an entire meal…

Gluten-Free Naan for Your Vegan Meal Plan

by Guest Blogger Carolyn Knight of BlogContentGuild.com  Gluten-Free Naan for Your Vegan Meal Plan Finding naan that is both gluten-free and vegan friendly at an Indian restaurant is like finding a winning lottery ticket on your front porch: unlikely. So,…

New Video: "Preparing Khaman Dhokla"

Try My Step by Step easy recipe of famous dish of KHAMAN DHOKLA. Try this heart healthy snack for fun. Every one loves this tangy sweet and spicy appetizer!