Chipotle Style Tofu for Burrito Bowl-Sofritas

Mexican flavored tofu adds a great source of protein for the vegetarians whether it be in a taco,burrito,wrapped up in lettuce or as part of a burrito bowl. I ate this at my friend Prenitas house,it was delicious and filling. … Continued

Mango Semolina Cake

A delicious tea time cake that contains no eggs,dairy or flour. With mango season in full swing,this cake is a perfect summer recipe-its light, fruity and delicately spiced with saffron and cardamoms. I made this cake at least three times … 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

Five Mexican Salsas

Looking for easy Mexican starters for Cinco De Mayo then make this array of fresh homemade salsas served with chips or a platter of cut vegetables. Restaurant Style Salsa in minutes– My most popular salsa recipe because as the name … 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

Cilantro Lime Rice

Perfectly cooked Basmati Rice,flavored with cilantro and lime,is the perfect base to add Black beans, Sofritas(mexican style tofu) or chicken and top with lettuce,pico de gallo,guacamole and salsa to make a filling Burrito bowl. I ate the burrito bowl at … 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

Sprout Green Moong without Sprout Maker

Sprout Green Moong in an easy,hygienic way,without tying in a cloth or using a sproutmaker. All my life I made sprouts the way I had seen mom make, the old fashioned way- tying the moong in a clean,damp muslin cloth. … Continued

Moong Ki dal Ka Halwa

A traditional Indian dessert made during special occasions,festivals and weddings.The lentils are browned in ghee and then cooked in sugar syrup. The result is a rich,indulgent dessert well worth the effort involved in browning the dal.   This recipe has … Continued

Chipotle Style Black Beans

Chipotle style Black Beans are simmered in onions,garlic,jalapenos and seasoning to make a delicious meal as is or accompanied with Cilantro lime Rice and topped with Chicken  or Sofritas (Mexican Style Tofu), lettuce, Pico de gallo, corn salsa, guacamole, cheese … Continued