Saturday, October 17, 2020

Bhindi Kadhi Recipes


Bhindi ! Although it's categorized as a seasonal vegetable, it's available throughout the year these days.
This season my kitchen garden is full of okra plants, that means, I get to enjoy bhindi almost every week.

And I was tired of eating the same bhindi fry again and again, so though of trying some new bhindi recipes too. 
Some of my friends requested me to share Bhindi Kadhi Recipe. So here it is.

Thursday, October 8, 2020

Eggless Chocolate Banana Cake Recipe


Are you clueless about what to do with the ripe bananas sitting on the kitchen counter surrounded by fruit flies? And have to throw it away each time? 
You have come to the right place. 
I get that a lot in my house and that means it's time to bake! I usually bake banana walnut muffin for the kiddo. But this time I thought of baking some yummy dessert for the family. 
Today, I will share this recipe with you all, which is "Eggless Chocolate Banana cake". Although this cake tastes awesome plain, I will add white chocolate glaze to this cake for extra flavor.

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Street Style Egg Roll | Food Truck | Indian Frankie | Indian Burrito



Egg Roll is a very popular and easily available street food across India, which is an Indian version of vegetable loaded burrito. Plus it's so damn easy to make and every kid loves it too. 
I recall my childhood memory of egg roll food truck going across the shopping complex and me waiting in long queue to get some for my family. So, let's recreate the same old taste of egg roll, that I use to enjoy and share the recipe with you all.

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Bhindi Masala Recipe | Okra Masala | Bhindi Series Part-3



Bhindi ! Although it's categorized as a seasonal vegetable, it's available throughout the year these days.
This season my kitchen garden is full of okra plants, that means, I get to enjoy bhindi almost every week.

And I was tired of eating the same bhindi fry again and again, so though of trying some new bhindi recipes too. Here I am with this "Bhindi Recipes Series", where I will be sharing 3 masala bhindi recipes in 3 weeks back to back. Today's recipe is soupy masala bhindi, which is 3rd and last recipe of this series.

Thursday, September 17, 2020

Peanut Bhindi Masala Recipe | Peanut Okra Masala | Bhindi Series Part-2





Bhindi ! Although it's categorized as a seasonal vegetable, it's available throughout the year these days.
This season my kitchen garden is full of okra plants, that means, I get to enjoy bhindi almost every week.

And I was tired of eating the same bhindi fry again and again, so though of trying some new bhindi recipes too. 
Here I am with this "Bhindi Recipes Series", where I will be sharing 3 masala bhindi recipes in 3 weeks back to back. Today's recipe is masala fried bhindi with a flavorful mix of coconut and peanut.

Monday, September 7, 2020

Bhindi Masala In Dahi | Okra Masala in Yogurt | Bhindi Series Part-1





Bhindi ! Although it's categorized as a seasonal vegetable, it's available throughout the year these days.
This season my kitchen garden is full of okra plants, that means, I get to enjoy bhindi almost every week.

And I was tired of eating the same bhindi fry again and again, so though of trying some new bhindi recipes too. Here I am with this "Bhindi Recipes Series", where I will be sharing 3 masala bhindi recipes in 3 weeks back to back. Today's recipe is besan coated bhindi, cooked in yogurt masala gravy.

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

French Bread Quick Pizza Recipe | Homemade Mini Veggie Pizza




Pizza lovers!!

Are you in mood of pizza and ran out of yeast? Is your child demanding pizza and dinner is about to be served in no time? Don't worry, I got you covered. All you need is cheese, marinara sauce, french bread (or some sort of toast or bread) and seasoning and toppings of your choice. I thought of this recipe when my son demanded pizza and I forgot to prepare dough in advance. I quickly glanced through my kitchen and spotted this french bread lying on the counter top and knew exactly what to do.

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Baati-Chokha On Coal | Batti-Chokkha Recipe | Litti-Chokha | लिट्टी चोखा | Outdoor Cooking | Charcoal | Grill


Uttar Pradesh and Bihar's very own staple food Batti/ Litti Chokha, which was originated in Bihar and now tasted and liked by many other states too. But it is still unknown and untasted in many parts. This is an attempt to make this recipe reach to you all, with step by step description.

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Restaurant Style Kadhai Paneer Recipe


Kadhai Paneer, cooking Paneer (Cottage Cheese) with Bell Peppers (Capsicum/Shimla Mirch) and Onions(Pyaaz) in a thick gravy consisting of tomatoes, cream and Indian Spices. 
Paneer can take any Indian gravy to another level, agree?
When I was a kid, kadhai paneer used to be one of everyone's favorite dish(vegetarian) to order at restaurants, and was relished mainly on special occasions. With this easy recipe that I am going to share Today, you can cook it from scratch at home itself.

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Fail Proof Carrot Pickle Recipe | Gajar Ka Achar/Achaar


Pickle! Although many countries enjoy it but the connection India has with Pickles is beyond words. Indians can pickle almost anything be it carrot or ginger or garlic or mango or chilli or chicken or fish or tomato or what not. And when I talk about Indian Pickles, it's not just vegetables fermented in vinegar, it's a mix of lots of flavors usually soaked in mustard oil.

Thursday, August 6, 2020

Street Style Chaat


Who doesn't love street food? Street style chaat has always reminded me of my childhood days and my home. I always wonder what magic does that "Chaat wale bhaiya" add to the chaat to make it that mouthwatering and extremely yummy.

Friday, July 31, 2020

Besan Laddo | Rakshabandhan | Rakhi Special


Looking for some sweets for your brother this rakshabandhan and not sure to buy it from outside due to this COVID situation, why not make something yourself?
It will be healthier, full of love and safe option too.
I made Besan Ladoo this Rakshabandhan/Rakhi and going to share the same with you all.
Below is the step by step instruction with pictures. I hope you like the recipe.

Saturday, July 25, 2020

Besan Khadana Recipe | Chickpea Flour Slices Curry | बेसन की सब्जी



Khadna is an Indian savory dish, which tastes best when served with paratha and steamed white rice. In this recipes, besan, mixed with other spices and ingredients and made into a thick paste which is cooked and cooled into squares shapes and deep fried and served with gravy. Let's get to the recipes real quick.

Sunday, July 12, 2020

Quinoa Cheese Dosa



What is the most loved breakfast of South India and central India?
Thinking about Idli/ Dosa, right?
Tired of eating the very famous breakfast the traditional way? Why not give it healthy twist with quinoa, which is not only gluten free but also rich in fibers and protein. Let me share the prepartion method and ingredients.

Thursday, June 18, 2020

Daal Ki Dulhan/ Daal ka Dulha (दाल की दुल्हन/ दाल का दूल्हा)/ Daal Pithi Recipe





Calling out all the Uttar Pradesh (उत्तर प्रदेश) folks to go back in childhood memories with this very easy and nostalgic recipe of Daal ki Dulhan / Daal ka Dulha (दाल की दुल्हन/ दाल का दूल्हा)/ Daal Pithi. This is one of the one pot comfort food, for most of the people of Uttar Pradesh, which can be made with easily available ingredients in every Indian Household.

Thursday, June 11, 2020

Strawberry Ice-Cream



Strawberry Ice-Cream




Summers have started and so does the craving for ice-cream. Isn't it awesome when you can make your own ice-cream at home? Are you already nodding in Yes? 

Why the wait then, let's get started with this wonderful recipe of strawberry ice-cream. You can use any fruit of your choice, preferably seasonal fruits, for the freshness and fruity blast in your mouth.

Wednesday, June 3, 2020

Garlic Greens Pickle


 Garlic Greens Pickle

 

Pickle! Although many countries enjoy it but the connection India has with Pickles is beyond words. Indians can pickle almost anything be it carrot or ginger or garlic or mango or chilli or chicken or fish or tomato or what not. And when I talk about Indian Pickles, it's not just vegetables fermented in vinegar, it's a mix of lots of flavors usually soaked in mustard oil.
Pickling is an art and tradition well practiced in India since long ago, which is diminishing over time. Let's keep the legacy alive and learn to pickle. Some pickles require cooking some don't, I am sharing the recipe of a pickle which doesn't require cooking: Garlic Greens Pickle!
This a very spicy pickle and you are going to love it if you like to eat super hot and spicy pickles.
You can add it to any meal as a side to spice up the whole meal.


You will need the below ingredients to get started. 

Ingredients


Garlic greens 1 cup
Green chili 8-10

Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Special Kadhi Pakoda Recipe - Easy Recipe To Follow - I Believe I Can Cook


Kadhi Pakoda Recipe


Ingredients

For Pakoda

Besan 2 cup (for Pakoda) + 2 Tbsp (for Kadhi)
Chopped/ Sliced Onions 3/4 cup