Category Quick Recipes

Gujarati Kadhi – Yogurt Soup

Kadhi In India, the state of Gujarat is very famous for its meals. Gujarati people are very fond of different flavors. Their meals contain a variety of dishes that, according to your taste, can be sweet, sour or spicy. They…

Oatmeal Upama

Oatmeal with Corn Corn is high in nutrients, which is beneficial over-all to good health. It is rich in Vitamin B1 (which is used in the metabolism of carbohydrates), Vitamin B5 (which helps with physiological functions), Folate (that helps generating…

Healthy Buttermilk-Chaas

 Buttermilk with Roasted Cumin Cooking Difficulty Level: Very Easy Cooking Time: 10 Minutes To fight obesity, you must eliminate sugary drinks from your diet. The regular intake of traditional buttermilk provides the body with all essential nutrients and does not…

Puri Puffed Bread: Enjoy it Anywhere

  Puri Puffed Bread is a favorite in India and it’s healthier than traditional fried bread – it’s served at many meals and enjoyed by people of all ages. And now you can enjoy it too! All it takes is…

Basil Dressing

This recipe came to me from an old collection of recipes.  I thought it would be interesting to share with my friends.  I love basil and always like to cook with it. Ingredients: 1/4 Cup Tarragon-flavored Wine Vinegar 1/4 Cup…

Vegetable of the Week: Potato

There are a few potato recipes in this blog. People often ask me about the fat and starch content of potatoes.  Most of the time it is widely misunderstood.  Potatoes are one of the most common comfort foods like bread and…

[Video] Bataka Poha – Pressed Rice with Potatoes

Watch my three video step by step guide How to make Bataka poha at the bottom of this recipe. This is a typical Gujju item or recipe that Gujarati people love.  It is almost staple in my family for weekend…

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…

Dahi Puri

Dahi puri Snacks are very popular in India, especially where I grew up.  This was my favorite snack to have after school and I still enjoy it today.  The only difference is that now I eat it for lunch.  “Dahi”…

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…