When I’m very tired of make anything I make moong dal khichdi with kadhi, with the best part being that we both just love eating it.
It is a great food for upset stomach or fever. It is a very basic...
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Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Sambhar
I feel sambhar to be essential with vadas, dosas and idlis. Hot sambhar with idlis dipped into it. Whoaaa!!! Just love it.
Now, again there are many ways to prepare sambhar but if you are in a hurry...
Monday, September 28, 2015
Dabki Kadhi
It is an all time favorite in Rajasthani kitchen. The pakoras in this kadhi can be made from besan, moong dal or urad dal and they are not fried but boiled in water. It is made in very less time and...
Sunday, September 27, 2015
Bottle Gourd/Doodhi/Lauki in Tomato gravy
This recipe also serves as a perfect side vegetable for my dinner. My mother used to make it a lot. Cinnamon powder gives a nice flavor and aroma to the recipe.
Let us start cooking!!!
Ingredients:
Lauki/...
Saturday, September 26, 2015
Aloo Parantha
Aloo parantha is a perfect option as a meal or snack/breakfast. It is liked by almost every generation and can be made easily at home. You’ll simply love these paranthas.
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Ingredients:
For...
Friday, September 25, 2015
Dheela Besan
This one is for all besan lovers; a very simple and tasty recipe. Generally I refrain from asking my husband that what I should cook today, because he has a few favorites and one among them is besan....
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Curd
A food packed with calcium. It is very simple to make and just tastes awesome. It is an integral part of my life as it can be used to make a variety of things like raita, smoothies, salads, kadhi, shrikhand...
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Soyabean Soup
Soyabean, as we all know, is a store house of healthy nutrients. Hence the soup made from it is very healthy and tasty too.
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Ingredients:
Soya beans: 1 cup soaked overnight
Tomato:...
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Ghee
Ghee is a basic ingredient used in Indian cooking. The taste and smell of this homemade ghee is just overwhelming. Just give it a try!!!
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Ingredients:
Malai (cream) collected...
Monday, September 21, 2015
Chinese Idli
Whenever I make idlis I certainly do not miss this recipe. An ideal dish for the morning breakfast or snack. The flavor of sauces just transforms these simple idlis into a yummy dish.
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Sunday, September 20, 2015
Idli
Idlis just don’t need any introduction. It is a famous south Indian cuisine which is perfect to be eaten at any time of the day and as any type of meal.
I have changed the proportion of dal and rice...
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Mashed Potatoes in white sauce
Bored of eating the same breakfast/snack. Then you must definitely try this recipe. I usually cook this one for breakfasts. My husband simply loves having it and I enjoy making it for him ;).
Let...
Friday, September 18, 2015
Mixed Vegtables Parantha
This recipe always comes as a rescue when I am left with very less quantity of vegetables. The end result is yummy as always and of course healthy even and can be enjoyed with curd, chutney or ketchup.
Let...
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Sweet Potato in tomato gravy
This sweet and tangy vegetable simply tastes great with hot chapatis or paranthas.
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Ingredients:
Sweet potato: 1 pc medium
Tomato: 1 large finely chopped
Oil: 1 tbsp
Green Chilly:...
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Sooji Dhokla
Sooji or rava dhokla is an instant snack which tastes yummy and is healthy too as it is a steamed food and requires very little oil.
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Ingredients:
Sooji: 2 cups
Sour Curd:...
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Sabudana Khichdi
Sabudana khichdi is a quick, easy and of course a yummy snack but certainly requires a bit of practice. It is usually made during vrat.
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Ingredients
Sabudana: 1 cup (Soaked...
Monday, September 14, 2015
Aate ki meethi raab
Raab used to be an uncommon word for me. At my home we call it by the name "Parev". Well, I think for most of you it must be an unheard name. It is a super delicious Indian dessert. I usually cook this...
Sunday, September 13, 2015
Poha (Flattened or Beaten Rice)
During school days, Saturday was the most awaited day because that was the ‘DAY’ when mummy gave poha in my tiffin box. My favorite!!!
It’s a healthy (since less oily), tasty and quick snack for anytime...
Saturday, September 12, 2015
Mixed Dal Handvo
Mixed Dal Handvo
A Gujarati delicacy. Handvo is a baked or steamed cake full of proteins. It seems that whenever I make this recipe I improvise. It is very easy but of course a pre-planned recipe....
Friday, September 11, 2015
Potato Paneer Frankie

Frankie needs no introduction. We are a great fan of it. I usually make Frankie in a different way than the regular method.
I do not make amchoor powder chutney but prefer adding green chutney and tomato...