When I was thinking about what all I can make with the Lemon Leek Sauce as the base, Vegetable Stew came foremost to my mind. It tastes incredible! My Stew Story My first stew experience was in Kerala, India, at my friend’s house. It was the day before her wedding and we had all arrived,…
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Tomatillo Dal
A tangy, delicious Tomatillo dal which is as different as it is easy to make. A South Indian dal made with a Mexican fresh produce. Tomatillos are a new taste that I love since moving to the United States. My first taste was like most people at a Mexican restaurant having it Salsa Verde. It was so…
Mixed Peppers Pasta Upma – South Indian Style
What do you get when you combine sweet mixed peppers with carrots and green Kale, toss them with Penne pasta, and garnish with South Indian style tempering of aromatic spices, aka, tadka, curry leaves and crunchy peanuts?!!! You get an Italian in South India, shaking hands over a delectable, healthy and delicious Mixed Peppers Pasta Upma…
(Aloo) Potato Hummus Parathas
I love parathas. Especially ones that are protein packed. Adding hummus to the usual potato filling gives it a distinctly Mediterranean twist to this delicious Indian classic. And this Potato Hummus Parathas is a spectacular lunch meal, wholesome, healthy and a complete winner. My family loves it. (Aloo) Potato Parathas Aloo parathas consists of whole wheat dough stuffed…
Parmesan Coleslaw, Fire Roasted Corn, Spinach Multigrain Sandwich
I made this bread, “Bloomer” Multigrain Bread a couple days back and it’s been sitting on the kitchen whispering every day, “use me”, very lovingly. Or creepily, depending who is listening. Ok, back on track. It’s been beckoning me to make a sandwich. Now my normal breakfast every day is plain oatmeal. But, the smell…
Saffron infused Couscous Vegetable Stir-fry
Saffron infused Couscous Vegetable Stir-fry is a light, welcoming and satisfying side or main course. A perfect homage to the farmers market loot. Is vegetable stir-fry a no-brainer? Absolutely! The market is overflowing with the bounty of the harvest with rich flavors and mesmerizing taste. Summer and Fall are a perfect time to make it….
Paneer – Pistachio Spinach Pesto Parathas
The Paneer – Pistachio Spinach Pesto Parathas are an easy put-together main course. High in beneficial fats, Vitamin B6, potassium and a good source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants. And they are delicious. Friends ask me all the time, how to to use sauces in different ways. I think of a sauce as a blank canvas…
Banana, Almond, Rice Flour Pancakes
Banana, Almond, Rice Flour Pancakes are delicious, gluten-free, easy to make pancakes. They can be made vegan too. See instructions. I dusted it with powdered sugar and served with fresh fruits and pure Maple syrup. Top it off with my yummilicious Strawberry Jam to kick it up a notch. My Sunday Morning Sunday morning and my kids wanted pancakes!…
Back-to- Basics…….Mint-Lentil Coconut Rice
Mint-Lentil Coconut Rice is my go-to simple, delicious, refreshing dinner for those busy weeknights or lazy weekends. You can eat it as is or with an equally simple yogurt sauce (raita). It hearty and healthy! Plus the whole dish takes only 20 minutes to make, from start to finish. And it’s vegan. Coconut Rice I…
Green Beans and Mushroom Stir-fry, Crispy Kale, Brown Rice Bowl
The Green Beans and Mushroom Stir-fry in a ginger-orange sauce served with brown rice perked up with black-eyed peas and crispy kale is the perfect, nutritious, and insanely delicious comfort meal that you can have and make in 30 minutes. Cold nights beg for meals that spreads warmth from to your belly to your heart….
Vegetable Brown Rice Pilaf
Vegetable Brown Rice Pilaf is a fast and aromatic one-pot wonder full delicious vegetables and fluffy rice, infused with saffron. An absolute delight for those busy weekday dinners. Weekdays start energetically and by Wednesday, everything becomes extremely tiring. This week especially has been extremely trying, with me getting the flu and taking a long time…
Easy Pressure Cooker Dal infused with Peanuts
Easy Pressure Cooker Dal with Infused Peanuts is my go-to everyday Dal that I make within 10 minutes. It’s delicious, healthy and full of protein. It’s a family pleaser and one recipe that I make to have a simple meal without any fuss. Toor Dal Dal is a ubiquitous dish that every household in India…
Kale Curry Biryani, stuffed and roasted in a Pumpkin
Kale Curry Biryani is a stunning Thanksgiving vegetarian centerpiece using all the bounty of fall, presented roasted in a sugar pumpkin. Being a vegetarian always presents a challenge during Thanksgiving. I wanted to create a beautiful main course, that shines above the other scrumptious dishes that laden the table. Thanksgiving is a non-religious holiday in…
Deconstructed Quinoa-Potato Burger, Kale Mango Salad, Peas Salsa
Deconstructed Quinoa-Potato Burger, Kale Mango Salad, Peas Salsa – A protein-rich burger that is served with delicious kale-mango salad, topped with peppery peas salsa and creamy garlic yogurt sauce. It’s a mouth full of yumminess! You won’t miss the meat when you eat these succulent, restaurant style burgers right in the comfort of your home….
Fresh Herb Quinoa-Potato Burger Patties
Fresh Herb Quinoa-Potato Burger Patties are succulent, protein-rich patties, stuffed with fresh herbs, rolled in breadcrumbs, and finally shallow fried to perfection to satisfy even a meat-eater. Restaurants have been offering “Veggie Burgers” since the beginning of the 21st century. From “falafels” in Middle Eastern cuisine to “vadas (vada pav)” in India, vegetarian patties are prevalent throughout…
Mint Linguine with Lemon-Leek Sauce
Mint Linguine with Lemon-Leek Sauce – A light pasta in a bright, creamy lemon-flavored leek sauce with a hint of mint and touch of heat. Leeks are in season and will continue through fall and winter. I love them with their mild onion taste and creaminess. I like making this as a healthy substitute for white…
Green Beans and Garbanzo Stir Fry Curry
Green Beans and Garbanzo Stir Fry is part of my Everyday No Fuss Recipes. People often ask me when they come to dinner, “Do you make such elaborate meals every day?” “No, I don’t!” My daily meals are simple, most of the time one pot wonders. This dish, is chock full of vitamins, minerals and…
Spinach and Tur Dal Parathas
Spinach and Tur Dal Parathas are my solution for that Monday morning madness. They are a wholesome meal by themselves full of protein and greens, just the right, much needed boost to start your week right. They are easy to make and a nutritious choice for your family. My kids love these in their lunch…
