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Prepare this delicious Bhindi Bhaji recipe for your next curry night! Okra are tossed in a onion, tomato gravy and flavoured with Indian spices – just like the Indian Okra Curry served at your local takeaway. This main or vegetarian side dish is naturally vegan and gluten-free. Don’t forgot to check out the helpful tips in the post to make perfect Bhindi Masala without any slime. Bhindi Bhaji Ingredients Health Benefits How to prepare okra for cooking How to make Bhindi Bhaji step by step instructions Pro Tips Serving Suggestion Can I freeze bhindi bhaji?...

A couple of months ago, I watched a program called ‘Royal Recipes’ hosted by Michaell Buerk, the program was all about royal-themed food. The episode I watched that day was 5 of 15 India and Empire, in this episode couple of renowned chefs joined to celebrate royal food inspired by the days of India and Empire. I found this episode very interesting, straight away I pressed the remote button and put the whole series on record....

Habshi Halwa is an elegant and moreish Indian dessert, certainly a sweet that is fit for a Royal menu. One of the best and magnificent Indian delicacies is rich in flavours, taste and aroma. This halwa is sticky, chewy, soft and nutty. If I had to describe this Halwa in one word it would be ‘Phenomenal’ Sweets, I can’t and won’t live without it, especially this time of the year and that too homemade....

This fresh Israeli Salad is a wonderful Middle Eastern side dish. It is made with finely chopped cucumber, tomato, red onion and peppers. It is naturally vegan, gluten-free, with a total prep time of 10 minutes. What is Israeli Salad? Ingredients for Israeli Salad Variations Method Serving Suggestion Storage Other Salad Recipes What is Israeli Salad? Israeli Salad aka Jerusalem Salad or Arab Salad is a refreshing dish that originated in Israel but is widely enjoyed throughout the Middle East....

Kenyan style Chevdo or Kenya Chevdo / Chevro is sweet, spicy and incredibly tasty. It’s a delicious blend of deep-fried potato crisps, beaten rice, fried beans, lentils, nuts and some basic spices. This East-African savoury snack is crunchy and full of flavour. You can make this recipe easily and in less time by buying ready-made potato sticks (katri). Or, make the recipe from scratch by making the katri yourself at home!...

Celebrate Indian festivals with this rich, divine and toothsome Masoor Daal Halwa , which is prepared with Massor Daal – red lentils, ghee and sugar and its taste enhanced with aromatic spices such as cardamom! More halwa recipes from J Cooking Odyssey Badam Besan Ka halwa Moong Daal halwa Safed halwa Kesar Dudh No Halwo/Halwa MASOOR DAAL HALWA ingredients: 150g red lentils 75 g Ghee 150 g Sugar 450 ml Milk boiled 1/2 tsp....

Kopra/Topra paak adorned with fragrant dried rose buds and saffron threads, rich and colourful pistachio and almond slivers, the contrast of garnishing with elegance. This is darn delicious, rich, moreish and very delicate flavoured classic and traditional Indian sweet. Very popular in state of Gujarat. Pop one piece in your mouth and I am sure your taste buds will have an experience of heaven on the earth !! Kopra/Topra pak can be prepared and enjoyed in any season and suits all occasions and festivals....

Microwave Paneer Tikka Masala is a delicious microwave curry recipe. Creamy paneer chunks are marinated in a tikka tandoori masala before being added to a rich gravy to create a wonderful North Indian Microwave Paneer. MICROWAVE PANEER TIKKA MASALA Who would have thought curry in a microwave could taste so good?! With this microwave method, you can still achieve a perfectly cooked gravy without any rawness. We have several Microwave recipes on our blog, you may like to try these too....

My version of veg paneer makhanwala is made without onion and garlic. Instead, the creamy sauce is made with a carefully chosen aromatic blend of whole spices, nuts, saffron and cream. So lavish , it should probably come with a crown! Note – This recipe has been updated from the archives – first published in November 2016. I’ve added new images and helpful content, with a small change to the recipe that I’ve highlighted below....

Ratlami Sev are spicy, tangy and crispy noodles prepared with gram flour (besan) and aromatic spice powders. This deep-fried snack is easy to prepare and is one of the most popular snacks consumed by Indians all over the world and especially is given more importance on Indian festivals such as Diwali. Usually, ‘The festival of Diwali’ is seen as ‘The festival of sweets’ but that’s not true at all! Savoury dishes also play a huge role in Diwali menu too....

Make a creamy and silky Strawberry Fool with the addition of rose. It is a sublime and delicious English summer dessert. My version is made with a creamy blend of Greek yogurt and double cream. What is Fool? Ingredients Storage Other summer desserts What is Fool? A Fruit Fool is an old-fashioned classic British dessert dating back to the 16th century. It is simple with no cooking required. Fool is classically made with gooseberry by folding the pureed fruit into sweetened whipped cream or custard....

This Indian Dill Leaves Curry, also known as Suva ni Bhaji or Shepu Bhaji, is a dill stir fry made with garlic, green chillies and few spices. It is naturally vegan, gluten-free and comes together in just 15 minutes. Note:- This post was originally posted on March 24th 2015 but I have updated the post since with helpful content. Depending on the region or language in India, dill is also known as shepu, sholpa, savaa, or soa....

Indulge your sweet tooth in the rich and diverse world of the best Barfi recipes and finest Peda recipes . This post brings you a mouth watering roundup, from traditional favourites to creative modern twists . Explore the art of crafting these irresistible treats, perfect for celebrations, festivals, or just satisfying your sweet cravings. Barfi and Peda are staples during festivals, such as Diwali and Eid, and special occasions. Over the years, I’ve watched my Mum prepare countless barfi and peda, all made to perfection with her own special technique....

These Air Fryer Doughnut Holes are a tasty treat for the whole family. This delicious recipe only requires 4 simple ingredients for a super easy dessert and can be prepared within 15 minutes! Hands down the easiest way to satisfy your doughnut cravings! Air Fryer Donut Bites are perfect any day of the week and can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack or dessert. Compared to traditional donuts which require deep frying, this air fryer donut recipe is a bit healthier and uses less oil....

You can make Air Fryer French Bread Pizza with baguettes from scratch in 10 minutes – perfect for a quick lunch for the whole family! Included is an Air Fryer Frozen French Bread Pizza recipe that takes just 5 minutes. Why you will love these baguette pizzas Air Fryer Bread Pizza Ingredients How to Air Fry French Bread Pizza Air Fryer Frozen French Bread Pizza Serving Suggestion Storage Other Vegetarian Air Fryer Recipes You can easily make homemade French bread pizza with your favorite pizza toppings and gooey cheese....

This easy Bombay Potatoes recipe is full of flavour! Bombay Aloo takes only 20 minutes and is the perfect side dish to accompany an Indian meal. These Indian spicy potatoes are vegan and gluten-free. Whenever I feel like recreating an Indian takeout at home, I always prepare this easy dry Indian side dish alongside paneer jalfrezi and garlic and coriander naan . It is so good that sometimes I prepare it just as a main course!...

This Cornflakes Chivda or Cornflakes Mixture recipe is a delicious savoury snack made with corn poha, nuts and spices! It is perfect for Indian festivals such as Diwali. Serve this vegan and gluten-free snack with Masala Chai . Ingredients Pro Tips How to make Cornflakes mixture Serving Storage Other Dry Snacks Cornflakes chivda, also known as corn flakes mixture, cornflakes namkeen or makai no chevdo, is a popular Indian snack made from cornflakes along with a mixture of various other ingredients....

This luxurious creamy saffron pasta recipe, made with tagliatelle, saffron cream sauce and asparagus, is perfect for a special occasion. It is quick, easy to make and you can customise the veggies in this pasta dish to make it your own! Creamy Saffron Pasta Ingredients Vegan Saffron Pasta ​How to make Saffron Pasta ​Serving Suggestion Storage Other saffron recipes For a decadent pasta recipe with amazing flavor, look no further than this Saffron Pasta....

This wonderfully creamy Pistachio Latte is made with steamed milk, pistachio cream and a shot of espresso. It has the cozy flavors of sweet pistachio and is perfect for those who are a fan of the Starbucks pistachio latte. Recipes for the hot copycat Starbucks pistachio latte and iced version are given below. What is Pistachio Latte? What does this perfect Pistachio Latte taste like? Starbucks Pistachio Latte Why you will love this coffee recipe Pistachio Latte list of ingredients Equipment How to make hot Pistachio Latte Pro Tips How to make Iced Pistachio Latte Serving Suggestion Other drinks recipes I love coffee drinks whether its this Iced Coffee with Ice Cream , Ruby Chocolate Latte , Starbucks Copycat Eggnog Latte or this Lavender Frappuccino ....

This Fruit Salad with Condensed Milk recipe is so easy to put together. Chopped fruit, sweetened condensed milk and cream are mixed together for the perfect sweet treat. You can easily customise this fruit salad to make it your own. No cook, vegetarian, gluten-free and ready within 10 minutes. Ask any British Indian who grew up in the ’90s, and they’ll probably tell you they enjoyed tinned fruit cocktail with evaporated milk....