Vibrant and healthy Vegetable Chowmein!

First my mum, and now my husband is waiting for the time when I will outgrow my fondness for noodles. I tell them that they are wasting their time because THAT IS NEVER GOING TO HAPPEN. I love noodles sooo much that I am sure I will be munching away at them even when I…

The king of vegetarian Indian dishes- Palak-Paneer

‘Palak-paneer’ is most likely the prettiest of all the Indian dishes, as well as one of the most delicious ones. This main-course dish is a gift from north-India to the world and consists of soft cottage-cheese cubes in a mild, flavorsome spinach gravy. ‘Palak’ literally means spinach and ‘paneer’ literally means cottage-cheese. There are many ways of making…

Mum-special Bread-rolls!

Bread rolls was my favorite snack, growing up. Every Sunday, mum would ask what we want for breakfast and the answer would always be the same- hot, crunchy bread-rolls with tomato ketchup and tea..mmmm!! It’s a dish that is mouth-wateringly delicious and can be made in jiffy. These rolls basically consists of spicy potato filling inside…

Mumbai-special Pav-Bhaji (Spicy vegetable blend, served with toasted bread buns)

Pav Bhaji is perhaps one of the most beloved street foods of India, that has its origin in the vibrant city of Mumbai! Mumbai has pav-bhaji stalls at every other corner and no one does a better pav bhaji than the vendors of this city. I remember having the best pav-bhaji at iconic Juhu beach many…

South-Indian breakfast: Sooji Upma (Healthy, savory semolina porridge)

Upma has been a regular breakfast item in my home, throughout my childhood. It is quick to make, delicious and nutritious, all at the same time. Sooji upma is everyone’s comfort breakfast food. It is best served with hot tea or a cup of filter coffee. Give this recipe a go and enjoy! Ingredients: -1/2 cup…

Punjabi Kadhi (Indian yogurt based curry, with submerged onion fritters)

Who doesn’t love a steaming, hot plate of Kadhi-chawal? Kadhi is a beloved punjabi dish and I am yet to come across an Indian who doesn’t absolutely love eating Kadhi-chawal for lunch on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Kadhi may be defined as an Indian yogurt based curry, which has submerged fried fritters in it and is best served with…

Intoxicating Tea Barmbrack- a traditional Irish fruit-cake

We first had barmbrack while vacationing in the gorgeous county Kerry (Ireland) this summer. Every morning with breakfast, our B&B hostess would serve these delicious slices of fruit cake, amazing to have with tea. She told us that its a traditional Irish fruit-cake called Barmbrack, made by soaking the mixed dry fruits in tea water…

South-indian special: Masala Dosa and the works (with home-made dosa batter!)

This is quite a lengthy recipe, so I am going to keep the introduction short. Masala dosa is a wildly popular dish not only within India, but in other counties as well! It’s the staple dish of south-India and is basically a savory crepe, made of ground and femented lentils and rice and served with…

My sinful Orange and Dark chocolate Halloween cake!

I planned this cake for weeks before the Halloween day and I was so glad when it turned out exactly as I had envisioned it as! In my mind’s eye, I saw a vibrant orange and brown cake with some fun decorations and garnish. I raided the stored for the perfect ingredients and when I started…

Healthy Moong-dal Cheela (Green lentil crepes)

Moong dal ‘cheela’ or ‘dosa’ is a thin, crisp savory crepe/pancake which is made with soaked and grounded green lentils. It is much healthier, easier and faster to prepare than your traditional south-indian dosa and is a breakfast option that is both filling and delicious. For me, it’s perfect to whip up on weekday mornings, when hubby is in…

Aromatic Gujiyas: Diwali delights

It’s not Diwali without the sweet aroma of gujiyas wafting through the house. It is easily the prime traditional food of Diwali and one of my husband’s absolute favourite desserts! Gujiyas are sweet dumplings, filled with sweet stuffing of khoya, roasted coconut and dry fruits.They are dipped in sugary syrup at the end and truly…