Cranberry Bread
Cranberries are a kind of berries grown on evergreen dwarf shrubs or vines. These are mostly grown in North America (mostly US & Canada) and also in parts of Europe. These berries are used in many dishes around Thanksgiving & …
Methi Thepla (Fenugreek Flatbread)
Theplas are whole wheat breads from the state of Gujarat. These are usually made with vegetables like bottle gourds, spinach, fenugreek greens, zucchini or carrots. Methi theplas are very popular with the young and the old. They are a healthy …
Kerala Appam – Palappam
Appam is a type of pancake made in Kerala with fermented rice batter & coconut milk. The name itself suggests its a cake made of milk – “pal” stands for milk in Malayalam language & appam is a type of pancake. This dish is also very popular in other states in the south & elsewhere in countries of Southeast Asia. In Srilanka, it is known as rice hoppers. The appams are made in a special pan called appam chattis (usually nonstick) so you don’t need to use oil for preparing it. The shape the palappam resembles a bowl -thin around the edges & soft & fluffy in the middle or centre. In the olden days, toddy or palm wine made from coconut palms was used to ferment the batter. Nowadays of course, people use yeast instead.
Rava Idli
Idli is a common breakfast dish for most people in South India. Although a very healthy dish (it is a steamed rice/lentil cake and uses very little oil), you need to plan making the dish as the rice and dal need to be…
Handvo (zucchini squash cakes)
Handvo is a type of savoury cake made traditionally with a mix of rice & different types of lentils such as moong dal, tuvar dal,chana dal, urad dal & masoor dal. It is a very popular dish originated in the western Indian state of Gujarat. Handvo is soft on the inside with a crusty outer top. It is usually served for breakfast or as tea time snacks.
Venn (Ghee) Pongal
Pongal is a harvest festival in South India, celebrated around the second week of January. It often coincides with the festival of Makar Sankranti & Lohri festivals of the north. Pongal denotes prosperity & abundance and is celebrated by the …
Omelette with Onion & Bell Pepper
Out of all the egg dishes made & served around the world, the omelette is perhaps the most universal! It is made in various different ways & is one of the most versatile of all egg dishes. Here is an …
Vegetable Upma ( A Recipe Of Semolina With Vegetables )
Upma is a South Indian recipe. It is easy to make and considered to be nutritious & healthy. Upma is made with rava or sooji ( wheat semolina ). It is packed with nutrients and is easily digested. Here is …
Cranberry Scones
Scones are a type of baked bread which is super easy to put together with a few simple ingredients. It has it’s origin in the UK and English scones, whether sweet or savory are quite popular. On our visits to …
Dalia (Broken Wheat) Upma
Dalia is made from broken wheat and is very popular in India as a healthy food. Dalia is low in cholesterol and fat, and is a good source of carbs, iron and fiber. It is considered especially beneficial for diabetics. …
Onion And Bell Pepper Omelette
An easy egg omelette made with onions and bell peppers. Enjoy it for breakfast, main course or even as a mid day snack.
Sabudana Khichdi
Sabudana khichdi is a dish often made during fasting days in many parts of Northern India especially Maharashtra & Gujarat. “Sabudana” is also known as tapioca pearls & is high source carbohydrates. It is an easy to digest food & …
Banana Bread
Banana Bread is a popular recipe world wide. This moist bread is good for breakfast or as a tea time light cake. Bananas are a popular fruit available easily world wide. It is a rich source of potassium and essential …
Amish Breakfast Apple Casserole
Amish Breakfast Apple Casserole is an old fashioned recipe. Most Amish recipes are simple, made from locally grown ingredients and so very flavourful. This Amish Breakfast Apple Casserole is easy to assemble and can be made in a few minutes. …
Stuffed Bread Rolls / Indian Potato Croquettes
Bread rolls are really the Indian version of the popular potato croquettes. They are a common and popular tea time snack in Gujarat. It brings me memories of my university days. We never liked what was usually in the hostels, …
Medu Vada
Medu vada is a very popular South Indian snack recipe. It is usually served for breakfast in the southern states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. It is served with sambar and a coconut chutney on the side and sometimes even along with idlis. These vadas are shaped pretty much like doughnuts but that it is where the similarity ends. Unlike doughnuts, this is a savoury dish.
Chia Pudding with Apple Compote
Chia (Salvia Hispanica) is a member of the mint family. This plant has been in existence from 3500 BC. The Aztec and Mayan people were the first to cultivate this plant. In Manyan language, chia means strength. This tiny, potent …
Mung Bean Sprout Chilla
“Chilla” is a type of pancake. It is a popular dish in North West India.
Aloo Paratha
Aloo Paratha is a dish Indian bread dish. A dough is made using wheat flour. This dough is stuffed with a potato filling. Aloo Paratha is often made for breakfast in most of Northern India, especially in Punjab. It is …
South Indian Puttu (traditional steamed rice recipe )
“Puttu” is a kind of steamed rice cake made with coarsely ground rice flour, salt, grated coconut and water. In olden times, puttu used to be made in bamboo logs, which gave the dish a lovely aroma. You need a …
Spicy Omlette Bites Recipe (An Indian Spiced Egg Recipe )
Here is an egg recipe which are made in an “appe pan” or “paniyaram chatti”.
Blueberry Yogurt Chia Pudding
Blueberry Yogurt Chia Pudding is a super delightful and healthy morning breakfast or mid-day snack. This is so easy and delicious to make, you can have it practically every day. It’s got all the goodness of blueberries, yogurt and chia …
Carrot Apple Ginger Booster
Carrot Apple Ginger Booster is a healthy drink to kick-start your morning routines. It has all the goodness of fresh produce and the immunity fighting properties of ginger. I like adding in a touch of turmeric to boost the immunity …
Kanji (Congee) Cherupayar Recipe
Kanji Cherupayar is a poplar recipe from Kerala. Kanji is a type of rice porridge or gruel made with cooked rice and water. The rice breaks down well and turns silky smooth. It is a comfort food and aids in …
Mung-Dal Chilla (Savoury Mung Bean Pancakes With Paneer Filling )
Mung-Dal Pancakes With Paneer Filling is a delicious vegetarian dish. These are savoury pancakes made with soaked and ground split mung (yellow) beans batter. These savoury pancakes are commonly known as ‘chilla’ or puda (pudla) in India. Apart from moong …