My parwal nu shaak is made Gujarati style with basic spices, lemon juice and coconut. It’s ready in less than 15 minutes and can be served as part of an everyday Gujarati thali . Note – This recipe has been updated from the archives – first published June 2016. I’ve added new images and made improvements to the recipe. I go through phases where all I want for dinner is a homely Gujarati shaak , a piping bowl of Gujarati toor daal and Gujarati phulka rotli ....
We’ve seen that lately traditional recipes have been getting a modern twist. People like to experiment with “old school” recipes that have passed down for generations. One such recipe is masala chaas. Chaas is an Indian beverage, consumed the whole year round in India by millions. It is a refreshing drink made based of yogurt or buttermilk with added spices such as cumin seeds or herbs such as mint. I have altered the recipe by adding sparkling water....
Take the classic biscotti, flavour it with exotic mango pulp and make it vegan. Twice baked, it is just as crisp as the original recipe. Ingredients Serving suggestions Storage Other Eggless Baking Recipes Vegan mango biscotti is a delightful twist on the traditional Italian treat, blending the exotic sweetness of mango with the satisfying crunch of biscotti. Made without any animal products, this version uses plant-based ingredients like flavourless oil, just like these Vegan Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies ....
40 recipes to make with basmati rice. Here is my collection of the best vegetarian recipes that you can serve with basmati rice. These recipes range from and work for white and brown basmati rice. Dal/Lentils/Beans Recipes Curry recipes Kadhi (Indian and Pakistani Spiced Yogurt Based Curry) Raita, Pickle, Chutney Indian style Fried Rice goes great with creamy raita and lassi. The nutty flavor makes it the perfect side dish for so many recipes....
Aloo Gajar Matar is a delicious North Indian vegetable curry made with potatoes, carrots and peas. Whilst it may be simple in ingredients, it’s far from simple in taste! I make the gravy with onion, garlic, tomatoes and Indian spices to make it full of flavour but also comforting. Perfect for a mid week main or as a sabzi on the side, it takes less than 30 minutes to make....
These authentic Gujarati Churma Ladoo or Churma na Ladwa are made with jaggery (gor). Make these ladu during special occasions such as Ganesh Chaturthi, Holi and Diwali and serve in a Gujarati thali. With a little time, love and attention, you can easily make authentic Churma na Ladwa. There are two main variations to the recipe, you can either use sugar to sweeten the ladoos or gor/jaggery and it’s a personal preference for which you go for!...
Daal Bafla , a true classic and lip smacking combination, a delicacy that is hugely popular amongst the people of Malwa region in Madhya Pradesh, India. Daal Bafla, is almost the same recipe as Daal Baati which hails from Rajasthan, generally Baati made in Rajastahan is baked direct on firewood although here I bake it in the oven. Bafla is steamed or boiled in water first then deep fried and both are commonly served with Ghee , spicy lentils and garlic chutney ....
This Farali Potato Curry recipe is prepared with potatoes cooked in a smooth peanut and tomato sauce. The curry isn’t particularly spicy but is flavoured with fresh green chillies and ginger. In our house, during fasting, this recipe is a must for lunch. It is so simple to make and doesn’t require many ingredients. I have grown up by seeing my mum making so many farari dishes. She learnt many from both of my grandmas....
This Moong/Masoor dal with Carrot Greens is packed with garlicky flavours and is easy to prepare. Carrot Greens Dal My Dad once proudly brought home some green-topped carrots for my Mum. She then had the task of actually deciding how to use the green tops! She had the idea of adding the carrot tops to daal for added nutrition and flavour. She used a combination of two different daals – moong and masoor (or red lentils)....
Mango Katli is a delicious Indian sweet made with almond flour and mango pulp. It’s my unique take on the traditional kaju katli recipe . Picture almost any Indian mithai box and you’ll see katli that is beautifully adorned with edible silver leaf. They are particularly served as Diwali sweets but they make the rounds in our house during Raksha Bandhan too. Katli recipes are a huge hit in our home and we make so many different varieties with different nuts ( Badam Katli with Gulkand or Peanut Katli ), different cooking techniques ( Instant Pot Kaju Katli ) and even to cater to different diets ( Vegan Kesar Katli with Almond Flour and Sugar-free Kaju Katli )....
Pani Puri, Golgappa or Puchka is a popular Indian street food snack. Crispy deep-fried hollow puri are stuffed with a chickpea potato masala, sweet imli chutney and spicy mint water. Mention “pani puri” and most will picture roadside stalls with people eating pani puri from small plates. If you live in India, pani puri is easily available as soon as you step outside but in other countries, we do not have that luxury!...
This Virgin Mimosa is the non alcoholic version of the classic mimosa made with orange juice and non alcoholic sparkling wine or sparkling grape juice. It’s perfect to serve to guests at brunch or special occasions and takes just 2 minutes of prep! Handy when guests have already started arriving. I love how simple this recipe is – simply mix together equal parts orange juice with your bubbly drink of choice....
This particular cooling and refreshing drink is a tart and sweet fruity mix of hibiscus and rose flowers and basil seeds. This easy and fuss-free recipes can be done in a few ticks and leaves you plenty of time to enjoy the warmer weather. Hibiscus flowers I never knew anything about hibiscus flowers or it’s recipes and nutritional values until I saw them in Dubai spice market. I bought a packet of dried hibiscus flowers to bring home and they ended up in the back of the cupboard....
rose, pistachio, coconut til gajak video recipe – this moreish winter treats, only takes 30 minutes to prepare with sesame seeds and other basic ingredients, an ideal dish for makarsankranti and lohri. Have you ever thought about what we would’ve done if we never had any festivals in our life? Ohhh, it’s scary and don’t want to think about it right? when you are used to having almost various kinds of festivals and celebrations every few weeks....
This homemade schezwan rice is made from cooked rice, vegetables and schezwan sauce. It is a popular Indo Chinese recipe. I love Indo-Chinese food, the delicious mix of Indian spices and soya sauce is second to none! The unique blend of sauces in Indo-Chinese cooking leads to exciting dishes with multiple layers of flavour. Some of my favourite recipes include: Vegetable Manchurian , Tofu Manchurian or Air fryer Gobi Manchurian...
Warm up with this spicy pumpkin soup recipe – silky smooth pumpkin soup is flavoured with ginger, basic spices and coconut milk. It’s so easy to make and is vegan and gluten-free. Ingredients notes Serving suggestion Storage Nothing screams fall and autumn more than pumpkin! Spicy pumpkin soup is a great way to kick off soup season – it’s smooth, silky and so warming. It coudn’t be easier to prepare too – simply saute the base of onion and garlic, add the pumpkin, spices and cook until the pumpkin is tender....
Whether you’re looking for a Turkish Delight Ice Cream recipe or Turkish Delight Frozen Yogurt recipe, I’ve got you covered. This eggless rose ice cream recipe is fool-proof and a really easy way to enjoy the best flavours of Turkish cuisine. Included in this post are recipes for a creamy rose flavoured ice cream made in the ice cream maker that is shaped into bars and a chocolate and rose frozen yogurt made with only 3 ingredients !...
Make homemade coconut syrup with just 2 simple ingredients – coconut milk and sugar! Perfect addition to drinks or drizzling over pancakes. It’s naturally vegan and can even be used as a dairy-free condensed milk! Coconut Syrup Ingredients How to make Coconut Syrup – step by step instructions Pro Tips How to use coconut syrup Storage This easy coconut syrup recipe is similar to the syrup served over waffles and pancakes in Hawaii and the recipe couldn’t get any simpler!...
This Cilantro Pesto recipe is bursting with fresh flavors, is easy to make and can be ready in less than 5 minutes! Coriander Pesto is super versatile and an exciting twist to traditional basil pesto. Cilantro Pesto Ingredients Basil Cilantro Pesto Cilantro Parsley Pesto How to make Cilantro Pesto Pro Tips Serving Suggestion Storage Other Cilantro/Coriander recipes Cilantro leaves are used in abundance in my kitchen, particularly in Indian cooking. Most savoury Indian dishes are garnished with it....
Farali Kadhi is an ideal recipe to prepare on a fasting day such as Mahashivratri, Navratri or Ekadashi. It is an easy and straightforward recipe made with rajgira flour. My family’s version of farali kadhi is made with simple flavours like ground peanuts, boiled potatoes and rajgira (amaranth) flour. It has a unique taste and is mildly spiced, sweet and tangy. You can of course, leave out the potatoes and peanuts but I feel they add extra flavour and texture....
