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The prepared Bhindi Masala is placed in a oval dish
Dry Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Spicy Bhindi Masala

 

 Spicy Bhindi Masala is ladyfinger/okra in a dry form. It is a vegetarian side, slightly different from the usual bhindi preparations. It will remind you of pakoras. But without the oily feel. It is similar to the stuffed bhindi version. But without the hassle of it. Ready in 20 minutes! […]

The dates and tamarind chutney is bottled for storage
Sides, Vegetarian

Dates and Tamarind Chutney

 

 Dates and tamarind combine well into a tango of flavours. And when we add the sweet health quotient of jaggery and the roasted aromas of select spices, then we get the most perfect ‘Dates and Tamarind Chutney’, or Khajur imli chutney as it is commonly called, that you will ever […]

A set of drawers for versatility in the storage spaces in the Indian Kitchen
Tips

Part I–Indian Kitchen Planning and Designing

 

 The Indian Kitchen needs planning and designing so that you have a good time in it. Of course, this is true for every kitchen in the world! But the average Indian meal of 3 to 4 items becomes easier if this step is done well. Every kitchen is different, and […]

Assembling the salad, with all ingredients around it.
Salads, Snacks, Vegetarian

Bean Sprouts Salad

 

 Bean sprouts salad has amazing textures and is slathered in creamy and flavour-rich curd dressing. It is ideal for days when you want to feel really good about yourself and the food you eat. You know, you can wear a halo that says, “I care for myself. I eat right.” […]

A pretty serving dish of palak paneer is kept on the table
Vegetarian, With Gravy

Palak Paneer

 

 Palak Paneer is a beloved Indian side, made up of spinach, with glorious chunks of the Indian cottage cheese. It is a great favourite at our home. Green vegetables are good for us, but spinach has extra benefits. This is because it is loaded with vitamins and building blocks to […]

A close view of the colourful breakfast treat
Breakfast, Vegetarian

Celebration Breakfast

 

 ‘Celebration Breakfast’ is a hearty, scrumptious and easy-to-make indulgence. You can tweak it to make it with ingredients available around the house. Once in a while, you get an opportunity to call for a celebration. And you want to have something really yummy for breakfast. Without worrying about making it […]

mango panna concentrate mixed with water and served in a pretty glass
Beverages, Vegetarian

Mango Panna Concentrate

 

 I realised the true worth of Mango Panna (pronounced as pun-na) only after shifting to North India. During the summer season here, I faced a time of intense heat. There’s a dry, hot wind blowing across. Heat strokes are common, but can be prevented by means of some traditional drinks. […]

Chcoclate Cheesecake is placed on a white stand
Desserts

Chocolate Cheesecake

 

 A Chocolate Cheesecake that is delicious is possible. But a Chocolate Cheesecake that is delicious, easy-to-make, made within 40 minutes and healthier than any other cheesecake? That sounds rather impossible, doesn’t it? Allow me to prove my statement with this irresistible recipe. This is an egg-less recipe, that doesn’t involve […]

Old things from the kitchen like bottles, plastic foil coated covers, egg trays etc can be reused or recycled
Tips

Environment-friendly Kitchen Practices: Part III

 

 They say old is gold. Is it true? Not for all things in the kitchen, but some of them can surely be put to the 3 R principle. After the first two posts in the series commemorating the Earth Day, and pledging the support from responsible kitchens on How to […]

The green papaya salad is shown in a black bowl, with all the ingredients around it.
Salads, Vegetarian

Green Papaya Salad

 

 The Green Papaya Salad is a quiet performer. It is nutrition-packed, hydrating and full of goodness. If you seek these you can have it all with this salad. The health benefits of green papaya are not as commonly known as that of the ripe one, but it is actually loaded […]