Mixed Dal Appe-South Indian Style

Made with four different types of dals/lentils, this is a very healthy,high protein appetizer that’s made in just a spoonful of oil. Though its low fat, its definitely not lacking in flavor! The tarka/tempering of mustard seeds,curry leaves and green … Continued

Quinoa Moong Dal Khichri

Quinoa and Yellow Moong Dal come together to make a very easy and delicious one pot meal. The entire meal is ready to be served in 20 minutes. With a minimum amount of ingredients and spices the flavors of dal … Continued

Burrito Bowl-Chipotle Copycat Recipe

Burrito Bowl usually has all the ingredients that go into a burrito like rice,beans, some kind of protein-tofu for the vegetarians,chicken or pork for the meat eaters. This is then topped with lettuce, pico de gallo,salsa, guacamole,sour cream, cheese,cilantro and … Continued

Mixed Dal Instant Idli-No Rice No Fermentation

These Instant Mixed Dal idlis require no rice or fermentation. Made in a spoonful of oil its a healthy, high protein meal and ideal for those avoiding rice as well as diabetics controlling the intake of high glycemic food. After my … Continued

Bread Katori Chaat

An easy,healthy,make ahead appetizer that uses everyday ingredients and tastes as great as it looks.White bread is rolled thin,cut out and baked to get bowls or katoris which can be filled with any filling of choice. This is a popular … Continued

Sprouted Moong Salad/Chat

  A healthy,zero fat and high protein salad which combines the health benefits of vegetables with the goodness of sprouted Green moong/mung beans. Green Moong/mung beans is a  power house of nutrition and when sprouted its nutritional benefits double. You … Continued

Green Moong Dal Instant Dosa/Chilla

A high protein, low fat meal which requires no rice or fermentation, unlike the traditional dosa. Its great for breakfast,lunch or dinner,for vegans and those suffering from gluten intolerance.   It goes really well with  Saravana Bhavan Style Tomato Onion Chatni/Kara … Continued

Appe from Dosa Batter

Appe made from dosa batter that has been tempered with Mustard seeds,Urad dal and curry leaves makes excellent use of leftover dosa batter and makes a perfect tea time snack. If you are like me, you make a large batch … Continued