Sama ke Chawal/Moraiya Pulao with Kaju and Aloo

A healthy pulao using Sama/Moraiya which is a great alternative to traditional Rice. Using minimum spices and Cashews for the protein, its provides a complete meal when paired with Greek yogurt or Vrat ki kadhi. I do make this occasionally … Continued

Collection of Navratri/Vrat Recipes

Jai Mata Di,navratri is a time of cleansing both the mind and body by eating satvic food that is basic, pure and minimalistic with very few ingredients. During Navratri we are always looking for recipes that follow the norms of … Continued

Portobello Mushroom Sandwich/Burger

Yummy,healthy veg sandwich in which the large Portobello Mushroom takes the place of a patty. The simple marinade of Balsamic vinegar and garlic and onion powder gives a very clean,fresh flavor to the mushroom without overpowering it with too many … Continued

Tirangi Puris-Tricolor puris made with Beet and Spinach

Use the bright hues of Beet,Spinach and Turmeric to provide the color in these eye catching puris. Plus the added benefit of eating a whole serving of vegetables! I wanted to make something colorful for Holi and what represents Holi … Continued

Brown Rice Dosa

Healthy dosa is a possibility when we substitute brown rice with white rice without ANY difference in look, taste,crispness or flavor! The Brown Rice dosa combines the taste and yumminess that we all love about crisp dosas with the benefits of … Continued

Bhindi Do Pyaza using Frozen Bhindi/Okra

Its cleaned, precut, easy to cook, gets cooked in a jiffy and is always in season! Yes, I am talking about frozen Bhindi/okra/ladiesfinger. We love bhindi in our family, but its not always in season, so what do you do … Continued

Bedmi Puri-Instant Dal Puris without Soaking and Grinding

Bedmi Puri/ Instant dal Puri without soaking and grinding Dal–Crispy dal ki puris can be made without soaking and grinding dal! This is an old family recipe and was made by my eldest taiji. Since then I make it on … Continued

Moong Dal Appe-South Indian style

Moong Dal vadas without the fat! High protein, lots of flavor and made in one spoon of oil in an appam pan, appetizers don’t get better than that! Enjoy a guilt free appetizer without missing out on taste. These Moong … Continued