We always keep rotating the same set of vegetables for our meals. I keep seeing this stout green tuber at our grocer, but mostly walk past it without a second glance. But not this time. I was on a mission to make my family eat some kohlrabi. It is similar to a turnip and shares…
Baked Parmesan Eggplant Fingers With Cilantro Tzatziki Sauce
Here, take a closer look at these beauties. I will wait till you ogle, drool and maybe whistle at these lovely things. These are eggplant/aubergine/brinjal finger ‘fries’ – thick slices of a fresh, plump eggplant coated with shredded parmesan cheese and baked in the oven till golden crisp. Aren’t they absolutely beautiful?!! I couldn’t decide…
Vegetable Lo Mein
A lo mein is one of those immensely satisfying yet super simple recipes out there. And when you add a medley of colorful seasonal vegetables, you can be assured it is healthy too. I always try out different combinations of sauces and condiments while making Chinese, this time was no different. The best way to…
Tofu In A Chili-Garlic Sauce {Served Over Crispy Noodles}
I just love Chinese, not the sweet American-Chinese (which is just weird, IMO), but the spicy Chinese and Indo-Chinese cuisine. I’ve also come to love tofu over the past year. The best tofu I’ve had was at a local Chinese restaurant. They thankfully do not serve sweet chicken or tofu. I love their pot-stickers, dumplings…
Homemade Spicy Red Chili & Garlic Sauce
If you love Chinese or Indo-Chinese cuisine, some kind of chili sauce is a must in your pantry. I made some of my own, but I must warn you, it is one spicy, firecracker sauce! It has the burning, lingering heat of dried red chilies combined with the smoky goodness of garlic. You can use…
Chilled Beetroot, Tomato & Watermelon Soup {A Summery Borscht}
We’ve been trying to eat as much fresh vegetables and fruits as one possibly can this summer. And it feels good. We’ve also been trying to get our hands on the freshest produce we can. After every visit to the Farmer’s Market, I’m almost tempted to throw together a loaded veggie pizza, but I just…
Baked Mini Samosa Pies
Samosas are deep-fried hand pies or pastry pockets filled with some kind of savory mixture, most commonly consisting of potatoes. They are the quintessential Indian tea-time snack. Snacking on samosas and tea is kind of a ritual for us. All that calories from frying them does not help us one bit. But what’s one to…
Bulgur Wheat Pilaf Stuffed Bell Peppers
If you have an outdoor Farmers’ Market in your city, make sure you don’t miss it especially during the summer months. It really is an amazing experience. Next to growing and picking your own vegetables, a Farmers’ Market will give you the next best experience. It’s actually sort of gratifying to put a face to…
Wholesome Indian Meal {Aloo-Palak Paratha, Palak Dal & Quick Aam Achar}
This is a jumbo post that has not one or two, but three delicious recipes. All three work together to make a wholesome and delicious Indian meal, packed with both nutrients and flavor. It all started with a big bunch of fresh spinach that I got on my last grocery shopping trip. I knew right…
Thai Massaman Curry {With Mushroom, Peppers, Eggplant & Paneer}
On his way home, the mister bought some mushrooms, deposited them on the kitchen counter and announced that (a) he would like them cooked without onions, and (b) in curry form. Gasp! That is enough to put most Indian wives in panic mode. What does he really want? I could always use grated onions or…
Lemon Rice & Cauliflower Curry With Coconut Milk – Guest Blogging At Simplyvegetarian777
Hey all, I am popping in real quick to let you know that I am blogging at Sonal’s simplyvegetarian777 today. She is doing a monthly guest post series to introduce other blogger friends and today is my turn. Yay! Thanks a bunch Sonal, for this delightful opportunity! I am virtually serving Sonal some delicious lemon…
Beetroot Pachadi (Beetroot in A Mild Coconut And Yogurt Gravy)
The idea of posting ultra-traditional, everyday recipes rarely crosses my mind. I never think to share recipes for dal, sambar or the usual vegetable stir-fry or gravy, that make up a typical South Indian meal. I grew up on these, observed my mom cooking them a million times, and have scoured the web for recipes…
