tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83526986930015207632011-12-12T08:07:35.334-05:00Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.comBlogger1281100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-80414608309126850252010-05-26T11:38:00.000-04:002010-05-26T11:38:30.013-04:00

I love casserole anything! this is my version of spicy baked casserole with veggies, cheese, eggs on a whole wheat bread. Ingredients: Whole Wheat bread - 6 slices Veggies: Spinach, peas, red pepper, green pepper. Mozzarella Cheese - 3 tbsp Milk - 1/2 cup Eggs- 3 large Salt and pepper Preparation: Beat the eggs, milk, salt and pepper together, add the chopped veggies in it. Pour half of the

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com57tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-43196774169316301632010-05-14T14:36:00.001-04:002010-05-14T14:37:12.943-04:00

Thanks to Marx Foods for the  palm leaf  plates. I haven't seen anything like this around here, until I find this in Marx food website. I love these plates! They are made of  palm leaves from forest floor, hand-stretched, flattened and heat-pressed in to different shapes. They look Authentic too. I remember having the food served on those plates when I was in India :) these plates are extremely

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com36tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-72988183219670517102010-05-13T10:08:00.000-04:002010-05-13T10:08:27.472-04:00

I love this Smoothie! It was so rich and creamy. I got a bunch of berries and avocado's from farmers market this weekend, All I could think of, is mixing them together! and the combo worked really well. Adding berries gave extra taste to the creamy smoothie. Ingredients: Avocado - 2Berries- 3Milk- 1/2 cupHoney- 1tbsp Preparation: Blend the avocado chunks, honey, milk and ice cubes together in

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-17340198515562493012010-05-11T12:20:00.000-04:002010-05-11T12:20:33.006-04:00

 Moringa oleifera or Drumstick tree. Drumstick leaves has unique taste, flavor and very nutritious. It does not require much effort to cook, other than removing those tiny leaves from its stems. A simple saute will taste awesome! This is used as a holistic medicine for diabetes. It's also an excellent source of Vit A, C, iron and calcium. I was so happy to get this fresh in local store.  

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com42tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-72735884948711646982010-05-05T17:40:00.001-04:002010-05-05T17:43:30.983-04:00

This cake is for my Friend : Happy Birthday to Sumo and Advanced Happy Mothers day to all readers!  Thanks to Betty crocker recipe! This devilish chocolate cake is super simple and sinfully yumm with a rich and creamy milk chocolate frosting from Betty crocker.  I never did frosting on my cakes before, the ready made frosting from Betty looks delicious and simple to give a try.  Added one

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com43tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-55019690263017943222010-04-27T12:30:00.001-04:002010-04-27T12:31:21.186-04:00

Super simple, delicious and flavorful cake. You can add any flavored coffee if you want, I prefer original taste. Ingredients: Flour - 2 cupsGranulates Sugar - 1 cupBaking Soda - 1 tspSalt - 1 pinchLarge Eggs - 2Banana Mashed - 1/2 cupBrewed Coffee (cold) - 3tbspMelted Butter- 1/2 stickMilk- 1/4 cupChopped pecans- 1/4cup Preparation: Pre-heat the oven to 345F.Mix the Banana, melted butter, milk

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com51tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-30730810108502597792010-04-21T19:59:00.000-04:002010-04-21T19:59:10.676-04:00

Paniyaram is made of rice-lentil batter or idli batter using the mold. One of the famous traditional South-Indian breakfast item, with sweet and spicy version. I made the Spicy one by adding onion, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, ginger, chilies and curry leaves. Below pic is the traditional utensil, which is used to prepare Paniyaram. Ingredients: Idli batter -  2 cups Mustard seeds - 1tsp Cumin

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com50tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-25637055778984821012010-04-17T18:51:00.000-04:002010-04-17T18:51:11.026-04:00

                                                  Not a huge fan of Asparagus, but couldn't resist buying them when its was super fresh in farmers market...Baked it with Rosemary and garnished with Mozzarella cheese. Ingredients: Asparagus - 1 Bunch Rosemary - 1 tsp Olive Oil- 1 tbsp Salt - 1tsp Pepper- 1 tsp Mozzarella Cheese Grated- 1 tbsp Preparation: wash and cut the lower end of the

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com43tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-9592230169663535902010-04-13T11:56:00.163-04:002010-04-19T11:52:07.063-04:00

 Finally!!!! Made a veggie pizza from scratch, which was due in my must-try items for almost a year now! It really turned out good(meaning of my good is not the same as you know). I loved the thin crust, no intention of making  it thin, but it just happened to be a thin crust!  and the flavors of  the herbs like basil, oregano, garlic was giving me a satisfaction it smells like pizza. In addition

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com36tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-49652947539970530302010-03-31T12:51:00.021-04:002010-04-12T14:38:03.871-04:00

Super simple, utterly healthy and tasty menu! I love this with any sort of curry and rice. Ingredients: Chopped Carrot- 2 cupsMustard Seeds - 1tspCumin seeds- 1tspRed Chilly - 1Olive oil - 1tbspCurry leaves - 5 Preparation:Heat a wide pan with a tbsp of olive oil.Add the mustard, cumin, red chilly and curry leaves.when it splutters, mix the chopped carrots and saute well.Add salt and keep in

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-45696222392958631032010-03-20T11:07:00.017-04:002010-03-30T13:17:21.668-04:00

Still figuring out what is the exact English name for this beans ... Anybody?To my best search, I could relate or call it as Hyacinth bean seeds.I was excited to see this in frozen section, its been years since I had them. It can be a tasty snack or a side dish too.Preparation:Add 1 tsp of olive oil and add Cumin seeds(1tsp),mustard seeds(1tsp), urad dal(1tsp), curry leaves, red chilly powder(1/

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com44tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-20924777842215757532010-03-02T15:53:00.013-05:002010-03-24T12:25:36.284-04:00

This Super Spicy and tasty curry goes very well with rice or roti.Ingredients:Onion- 1/2 cupTomato chopped - 1 cupGinger Garlic Paste - 1 tbspFenugreek Seeds- 1tspMustard seeds- 1tspTamarind Juice- 3tbspSambar Powder- 2tbspRed Chillies- 2Dumpling Ingredients:Channa Dal - 1tbspToor dal - 1 tbspMoong dal -1tbspSoak the dals in enough water for 2 hours.Chopped Onion - 1tbspBlack pepper - 1tspGinger-

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-81549831210375443482009-11-03T11:15:00.007-05:002009-11-09T13:33:07.750-05:00

For the First time, in my journey of cooking, I'm doing somethin' with Beets! This is certainly not my fav veggie. But, after reading the benefits of it, couldn't resist buying them from local market..Benefits:Lowers the blood pressureUsed in treating fever and ConstipationGood source of Vitamin C and Folic acidHelps stimulate the function of liver cells and protects liver and bile ductsIt can

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com33tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-75978091581136302132009-10-30T10:50:00.005-04:002009-10-30T15:45:18.931-04:00

Gulab Jamuns are fried dough (mainly made of milk solids) balls soaked well in sugar syrup flavoured with cardamom, rosewater or saffron. .Ingredients:Gulab Jamun mix- 1 cup(contains 1cup milk powder, 1/4 cup all purpose flour, pinch of baking soda)Milk - 1/4 cupFor Sugar Syrup:cardamom - 2 crushedsaffron - 4 string (optional)Sugar - 2 cupsWater - 4 cupsOil for frying.Preparation:Combine 1/4 of

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com39tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-87164855643873104612009-09-03T16:14:00.011-04:002009-09-03T16:49:53.562-04:00

Dear All, sorry for my long off from blogging, been little busy.I have been thinking about posting this recipe for quite a while, managed to get a picture only this time :) I love classic cake! and recently tried adding the fudge layer to it and it turned out so yum.Ingredients:1.5 cups flour1 tbs baking powder3 large eggs1 cup powdered sugar1/2 cup milk1/2 cup oil1 tsp vanilla extract3 tbs

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com46tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-50957766710183865682009-08-05T20:09:00.016-04:002010-04-28T21:18:12.204-04:00

Thanks to Aysha for these lovely Awards, I'm so honored. Thanks Yummy-o-Yummy for sharing the awards with me :) My special Thanks to kittymatti and Ramya for passing me three award and a tag! You ladies really made my day!! First one: Kreative blogger Award Rest of the two awards (I love your Blog and One lovely blog)

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com50tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-31879166775660018402009-07-29T10:54:00.014-04:002009-07-29T11:45:55.482-04:00

Pizza type Dosa is one of my fav from Mumbai fast foods, due to the addition of cheese I wont make this very often :( But, it tastes too good with Peanut Chutney!Preparation:Keep the dosa batter ready- recipe for the batter is here.Heat the flat pan in medium heat. Pour 1/2 cup of batter in the hot pan, don't spread it.Add the Fried veggies of your choice on top of it and add the desired amount

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com55tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-33028662046393560532009-07-18T15:09:00.018-04:002009-07-22T10:36:47.202-04:00

I bet, you all must 've watched the Animated movie Ratatouille or at least heard of this word just once! This story is about a Rat named Remy and his passion for cooking :) I love this movie and wanted to make the signature dish of Remy Rat's Ratatouille since then.Finally today, I could get hold of all the main ingredients to make this colorful and healthy Ratatouille!! Aah.. I dedicate this to

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com58tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-7900720737308310562009-07-08T14:10:00.007-04:002009-07-08T14:31:49.229-04:00

This is my first time, I made the Black Eyes with lot of herbs and hot peppers. It turned out good and very aromatic.Ingredients:Black Eyes - 2cup (half-cooked)Tomato Puree - 1/2 cupGinger Paste - 2tbspGaram masala - 1 tbspRed chilly paste - 1 tbspTurmeric Powder- 1/2 tspPepper Powder- 1tspTamarind Paste - 1tbspHerbs:Thyme- 1/2 tspMint- 5 leavesBasil- 4 Leaves 0r 1/4 tsp dry leavesOregano- 1/4

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com68tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-39824395182881556102009-07-02T11:18:00.013-04:002009-07-02T11:56:25.368-04:00

Dosa Means - South-Indian dish famous for breakfast or dinner, made with rice and lentils. It looks like Pancakes or very think and crispy.There are numerous varieties of Dosa's available!This is a yumm and healthy Satvic version of Lentil Dosa! tastes great with Satvic Cabbage-Lima bean Curry. I'm sending this post to Padma's Dosa Corner event. Ingredients: Raw Rice - 2 cupUrad Dal - 1/2

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com49tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-16438276771534299742009-07-01T13:35:00.012-04:002009-07-02T11:17:37.999-04:00

Another healthy Satvic meal! Initially I wasn't convinced to make it without onion and garlic. But, to my surprise it turned out very tasty and more than I expected.Ingredients:Red Kidney Beans - 1cup (Soaked in water overnight)Garbanzo Beans - 1/2 cup((Soaked in water overnight)Tomato's - 3Mint Leaves - 10Dried basil leaves - 1 tspCinnamon- 1/2 stickCardamom - 1Cloves - 2Ginger - 1tbspBay Leaf

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-75475992256313480292009-06-30T13:01:00.012-04:002009-06-30T20:50:17.958-04:00

Satvic means : Vegetarian food that excludes Onion, Garlic and Jalapeno Peppers. Satvic food will give you good digestion, feels light, very energetic and helps in healing.Ingredients:Dried peas - (soak overnight in water)Tomatoes- 1Ginger - 1 tspMustard - 1tspCumin- 1tspChanna dal - 1tbspUrad dal - 1tspCinnamon - 1/2 stickRed chillies -2Basil - 1tspMint - 1tspShredded Coconut - 1/2 cupGaram

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com49tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-38638003784638922792009-06-25T18:16:00.020-04:002009-06-25T19:02:50.606-04:00

Weather in Detroit @ 4pm is unbelievably dull, dark and raining like it's not going to stop for decades! and it makes me drowsy too. So thought of making this lovely, cute up-side apple cinnamon cake to brighten up the evening :)Ingredients:Apple sliced - 1 cupCinnamon powder - 1/2 cupBrown Sugar/regular - 1/2 cupCake mix flour - 2cupVegetable oil - 2 tbspWater - 3 tbspEgg - 1Melted butter - 3

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com51tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-30603593054215322512009-06-23T14:17:00.025-04:002009-06-23T15:18:48.704-04:00

This simple and delicious Vegan friendly curry is made of moong dal and some spices in coconut milk, tastes great with Indian bread or Rice. Ingredients:Moong dal- 1 cupOnion sliced- 1/2 cupTomato- 1/2 cupFennel seeds - 1 tspCumin- 1tbspMustard seeds - 1tspGreen chilly- 1Coconut milk - 1 cupGinger garlic paste - 1 tbspGaram Masala - 1tbspCurry powder or Paprika - 1tbspTurmeric - 1tspSalt.

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com43tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-90866057476783195332009-06-22T16:49:00.008-04:002009-06-22T17:25:57.154-04:00

I'm honored to receive this award from Ayesha. Thank you very much dear, you made my day.All my blogger friends are so creative in many ways. I would Love to pass this to all of them. Please accept this Award.

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-69487320141644365352009-06-20T18:02:00.019-04:002009-06-20T22:48:53.667-04:00

Clarified Butter or also known as ghee is prepared by melting unsalted butter in low heat, filtering and discarding the milk solids. It is primarily used in Indian Cuisine as a substitute for Oil, It has high smoking point and stays for months without refrigeration, if stored in an air tight container.Ghee is so flavourful and I love the way it fills every corner of the house with its divine

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com31tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-60235681081112820332009-06-18T14:01:00.009-04:002009-06-18T14:59:32.497-04:00

You Got it!! .. I'm not talking about the 'Aloe vera juice' in the glass :) - Which is surprisingly drinkable and I loved it after knowing the benefits.General immune system and organism condition improvement. Prevention from the cancer and fight with cancer.Control the stomach acids and maintain the balance in the stomach.Stimulates tissue regeneration- help stomach and other body parts also.

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-57449528959670527452009-06-14T12:05:00.012-04:002009-06-14T12:54:01.910-04:00

Today is our wedding Anniversary! I can't think of anything more than the Baked Souffle for breakfast! Its very filling, tasty and quite different from anything that I baked before :) DH loved it and to my surprise he also got me three wonderful plants (Cilantro, Mint and Begonia).I prefer live plants over the soon to be dead flowers :) Now, my biggest task is to save those lovely plants from

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com61tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-30427048638323586372009-06-11T21:52:00.003-04:002009-06-11T22:04:12.939-04:00

This is a very filling, totally healthy soup made of lentil and spinach. Garnished with just a hint of mozzarella cheese.Ingredients:Spinach- 1 cupLentil (Toor dal) cooked - 1cupOnion - 1/2 cupCumin seeds - 1tspGreen chillies - 3Tamarind pulp- 1 tbspSalt Preparation:Heat oil, add the cumin seeds, chillies and onions, fry till the onion turns golden.Add the spinach and fry for few mins and mix

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com32tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-57227728828839647742009-06-10T15:58:00.007-04:002009-06-10T16:22:34.088-04:00

This is a healthy and totally delicious veggie bean burger with some Cajun spice, sprouts, spinach leaves, tomato and deep fried onion.Ingredients:Black Bean cooked - 1 cupGreen pepper diced - 1 /4 cupOnion diced - 1/4 cupMushroom Diced - 1/4 cupGarlic pods diced - 2Vinegar marinated Olives - 3Vinegar marinated carrots - 2Cajun Spice sauce- 1 tbspPaprika - 1tspBread crumbs- for

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-86174009289444437872009-06-05T14:05:00.008-04:002009-06-05T14:35:07.355-04:00

This recipe is from My Granny! Lotus Root is very rich in fiber, iron and vit B. I was so glad to find them in an Asian market. This is a very rich and healthy recipe called Korma, It is thick and creamy than Curry and also has more aromatic herbs in it. Lotus roots will be crunchy even it is well cooked. It is served as a side for Rice or Roti!Ingredients:Lotus Root - 1 cupOnion chopped - 1/2

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-26821661118804323102009-06-05T11:19:00.005-04:002009-06-05T12:11:12.594-04:00

I am happy to receive this lovely Award from Muneeba :) Thanks a lot for spreading the love around you!and you know what I do now.. Passing it to 10 more foodies :) Pocky gastroanthropologist Padma Pooja kittymatti Parita Dharani Jagadeesh iRaw Vrinda Viki's Kitchen Please keep spreading this Love!

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-41015457178770958122009-06-02T22:51:00.005-04:002009-06-02T23:17:47.484-04:00

This is the most famous and easy Traditional Indian breakfast. Prepared using semolina and with or without vegetables.Ingredients:Semolina - 1 cupsWater - 3 cupsFinely chopped veggies - carrot and Beans - 1 cupChopped Onions - 1 cupGreen chilies or red chillies - 3Mustard seeds- 1 tspCumin -1 tbspTurmeric - a pinchCashews handful -optionalpreparation:Heat Oil and add the mustard seeds, cumin and

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-91599921752479527872009-05-22T14:44:00.015-04:002009-06-01T02:03:23.683-04:00

This super yummy Puff filled with Palm Sugar, yellow Lentil, Coconut and Cardamom is easy to make and a great snack. Traditionally it's covered with Rice flour But I used the ready made puff pastry sheets and its really a big hit.Palm Sugar - This is a traditional unrefined non-centrifugal sugar used in Indian desserts, specially when the dessert calls for Lentil!You can substitute with brown

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-75136829527277104772009-05-19T16:19:00.006-04:002009-05-19T16:46:34.404-04:00

Super yummy and super easy curry as a side for Rice or Indian bread or even as a spread for whole grain bread.Ingredients:Potato (half boiled) - 2 cupsFrozen Peas - 2 cupsGreen chillies - 2Ginger garlic paste - 1 tbspCumin- 1 tspGaram masala- 1 tbspTurmeric powder - 1tspOnion - 1/2 cupTomato puree - 3 tbsp Preparation:Heat oil in a pan, add the cumin seeds, green chillies, onion and ginger garlic

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-18198876327054055382009-05-19T13:53:00.006-04:002009-05-19T14:13:25.711-04:00

Even If I'm the last person on the blogging world to get this award... It still feels GOOD :)My Thanks to Dharani Jagadeesh who gave this to me!I'm passing this Award to my fellow foodies! Please accept. Jeena Ozge Rowena... Vicky Xavier. 5 Star Foodie Lori Now for the rules:1) Add the logo of the award to your blog.2) Add a link to the person who awarded it to you.3) Nominate at least 7 other

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-70506547716955965712009-05-13T18:41:00.002-04:002009-05-13T18:59:38.663-04:00

Ladoo -This is an Indian Sweet prepared during any festivals, this mouth watering delicacy is made of lentil (Moong), clarified butter and Powdered Sugar!Ingredients:Moong Lentil - 1 cup Powdered Sugar - 1/2 cup (As per your taste)Clarified butter - 6 tbspCardamom powder - 1 tspCashews - 10 Preparation:Dry fry the moong lentil to golden brown and grind it to fine powder. Heat a tbsp of

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-1369717000666048952009-05-06T11:59:00.011-04:002009-05-06T13:19:23.784-04:00

Travelled to Columbus-Ohio last weekend. Sharing my food experience in the German community restaurant.There is a German Village in the south of downtown Columbus. The highlights of the society are, so many historic German church stands out elegantly and some authentic restaurants tempt your smell buds when you cross over.Me and DH happened to have some yum yum in 'Schmidt's' - This is the most

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-45137366702337809432009-05-06T11:48:00.006-04:002009-05-06T13:52:45.323-04:00

Another simple, delicious and easy cauliflower curry...Ingredients:Cauliflower - 2 cupLima beans- handfulOnion - 1/2 cupTomatoes - 1/2 cupGinger garlic paste- 1 tbspFennel Seeds - 1 tspCinnamon stick - 1/2 inchPaprika - 1tspCumin seeds - 1 tspCardamom powder - pinchCashews - 5Milk- 1/2 cupCoconut grated or milk - 1/2cupSaltTurmeric powder - 1tspPreparation:Heat oil in a pan, add the cumin seeds,

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-91125571756155197242009-04-30T10:22:00.010-04:002009-04-30T10:50:51.594-04:00

Thanks to Lori for inspiring me to make my own healthy smoothies, It is an excellent breakfast and I feel totally full after having a glass of it! To make it even healthier I 've replaced the regular sugar with Stevia (sweet extract form herbs), pinch of cardamom and a scoop of whey protein powder.. and all I can say is YUM! I actually made two smoothies one with berries and other with Apples, I

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-24220586622687958202009-04-26T16:41:00.003-04:002009-04-26T17:00:57.719-04:00

kichidi means - Combination of Rice and Lentil cooked with some spices. This is served as a main meal and it's so soothing and easy to digest. I prepare this during my lazy days, which takes only 20mins of work overall! You can make this with lentils like - Mung,Yellow or Red lentil. Ingredients:Yellow Lentil - 1 cupRice - 1.5 cupOnion chopped - 1cupCumin seeds - 1tbspGreen Chillies chopped -

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-81217449697901471802009-04-26T16:33:00.004-04:002009-04-26T16:39:58.691-04:00

Ingredients:Chopped Okra ( medium Size) - 1 cupCumin seeds - 1 tbspGaram Masala - 1tbspPaprika- 1tspTurmeric - 1tspSalt - 1/2tspPreparation:Heat Oil, add the cumin seeds.Add the Okra and fry for 2 mins.Add rest of the ingredients and cook in low heat till the okra gets tender..Serve with rice and curry.

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-7357965594620279532009-04-26T16:10:00.001-04:002009-04-26T16:32:40.606-04:00

Oatmeal was one of my favorite breakfast and I ate this every single day almost for a year and I really had enough of it!Accidentally found a box of rolled oats while checking my pantry today, I don't want the oats to feel forsaken, so thought of making oatmeal with the ripen bananas and some pecans.Ingredients:Old fashion Oats - 1 cupMilk-1 cupMashed banana - 1Chopped banana - 1/2Honey - 1

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-80746913135141541572009-04-16T14:32:00.009-04:002009-04-26T15:58:16.999-04:00

Carrot Halwa is an Indian dessert served hot or cold. The word Halwa means 'Sweet'. I am not a great fan of carrots but I love this dessert ! It is quick to prepare and tastes delish. You can replace carrots with beetroot, it's called beetroot halwa. Which is equally delish!Ingredients:I only had 1 cup of carrots leftover for my halwa. Please adjust the quantity as per the ratio.Shredded carrot

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-76041610065853872712009-04-07T21:59:00.011-04:002009-04-07T22:36:26.602-04:00

Paneer Peas Curry: What else can I make with the home made Paneer - Indian Cheese that I did last week?This is very rich, creamy, little spicy and yummylicious curry. Prepared with much less effort than you think.Ingredinets:Paneer Cubes - 10 - add more If you wish!Frozen Peas - 1 cup Onion chopped - 1/2 cupTomato - 1/4 cupCumin seeds - 1tspGaram Masala - 1 tspCinnamon - 1/2 stickChili powder -

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-71074036758288534242009-04-02T20:15:00.010-04:002009-04-06T17:02:13.545-04:00

In South-India, a traditional breakfast always includes this spicy little donuts named as - Medu Wada, served with Chutney. It has a crunchy outside and very moist inside. Few prefer to soak this in yogurt and also in Lentil curry called Sambar.The one soaked in yogurt is my favorite :)Ingredients:White lentil - 1cupOnion finely chopped - 1/4 cupGreen Chillies chopped - tbspCumin Seeds - 1

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-41820577911606453202009-04-01T13:25:00.013-04:002009-04-07T22:34:14.323-04:00

paneer (Indian Cheese) is the only cheese used in traditional Indian cuisine, it has a soft texture similar to tofu. Used widely in curries, specially with Spinach, Peas and Potatoes. Gives a perfect combo for Indian breads, this can be prepared easily at home. I have used some herbs in paneer, just to increase its flavour and taste while using in curries.Ingredients:2% milk - 1 litreCumin -

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-22658009052984491742009-03-27T17:00:00.006-04:002009-04-02T21:08:52.508-04:00

Simple and soothing rose milkshake :)Ingredients:Milk - 1 cupRose Syrup - 1tbspSugar - 2 tbspPreparation:Blend all the ingredients.Top it with a scoop of any ice cream

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-71771400334790719182009-03-27T16:56:00.004-04:002009-04-01T17:04:58.946-04:00

I just want to give a try, how the Mac will turn out without its partner Cheese ;) but to give some company, I have added loads of veggies and a home made pasta sauce. Finally, it's yummo and guilt free to feed my hunger.Ingredients:Mac - 1 cupFor Sauce:Onion - 1Tomatoes - 4Crushed Cumin - 1tspCrushed Pepper - 1 tspMixed vegetables - 2 cupGarlic - 4Thyme - 1 tspBasil - 1 tspOlive Oil - 3

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-9750274063463588052009-03-27T16:50:00.006-04:002009-03-27T22:08:21.312-04:00

One of my favorite breakfast since childhood is French toast, that too baked one is really rich and delicious. I used the whole grain bread instead white. I usually marinate the breads overnight and bake them next morning at 350F. Seems little bit of work but it worth the wait next morning.Ingredients:Bread - as many as you can fit in your tray ;)I used 6 slices.Milk - 1 cupEggs - 3Salt -

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-55325582375764535892009-03-24T12:03:00.006-04:002009-03-24T12:37:19.660-04:00

Another Indian Breakfast made less than 15 mins, it really nutritious and tasty dish called Poha served as breakfast or brunch. This is made with flattened rice, to get the extra spice it is served with mint chutney as a side. My taste is little weird when comes to poha, I like it with chilled rose milk ;)Ingredients:Flattened rice - 1 cupOnion chopped - 1/2 cupCumin seeds - 1tspChanna dal -

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-81501572520286226272009-03-21T14:07:00.014-04:002009-03-24T12:03:19.811-04:00

Most of the Indians favorite breakfast or dinner could be Poori, Specially for kids! Me and my DH are not the exceptions. We love Poori with potato masala for breakfast, as it calls for deep frying and considering potato has loads of carb, we usually avoid @ dinners.Ingredients:For Poori:Whole Wheat flour - 2 cupsSemolina - 1 tbspWater - 1/2 cupSalt - 1/4 tspOil for deep fryingPotato Masala:

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-62968560345071703652009-03-20T00:10:00.015-04:002009-03-27T14:39:56.032-04:00

I am really not a big fan of messing with puff pastry dough, so I hardly made any recipe with puff pastry. The French Palmiers are super easy to make and taste no-less than délicieux. I adapted this recipe from Ina garten's recipe book. The palmiers are loaded with just sugar, each layer is pressed with a thick layer of sugar and baked perfectly to golden brown. You can get creative with the

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-64127281609369524662009-03-15T20:55:00.006-04:002009-03-16T13:35:43.366-04:00

Soups are always so soothing .. specially I love them @ dinners, this French lentil soup is very healthy, almost fat free, and simple to make. Ingredients: French Lentil - 2 cupsCelery - 1/2 cupChopped carrot - 1 cupOnion - 1Tomato -2Paprika - 1tspCumin - 1tspPepper - 1tspGinger paste - 1tbspGarlic chopped - 3tbspThyme - 1tspBasil - 1tspOil - 1tbspSalt. Preparation: Wash and cook the lentils in

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-44958099799321805072009-03-12T16:19:00.028-04:002009-03-15T20:06:07.720-04:00

This is the most loved road side(fast food) snack for all Indians specially for the people from Mumbai.It has a very flavored and spiced potato filling with Gram flour coating, deep fried in oil.. these are utterly delicious indian style potato burgers and very hard to miss. This is traditionally served with burger type buns with indian chutney.Ingredients:Filling:Cooked -Mashed Potato - 2

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-25094791827334891222009-03-06T14:32:00.016-05:002009-03-12T23:59:26.943-04:00

You can name this as Nepalese Mo-Mo's or Chinese Dumplings, either ways its gonna taste divine.Pros are: low in fat, very filling and great appetizer.Cons: patience is required in preparing the shape of Dumplings(sort of a girly purse)Ingredients:To make Dumplings:All purpose flour - 1 cup (makes up to 15-20)Oil- 1tspSalt - pinchWater- 1/2 cupFor Filling:Onion - 1/2 cupMixed vegetables - 1/2

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-85259861542286455422009-03-03T17:23:00.007-05:002009-03-05T13:46:38.441-05:00

Huh! Here comes Mr.Romeo, since he LOVES to roam around a lot we started calling him Romy. He is now 2 yrs old and lives with my parents in India. After Me and My brother moved to US, my parents brought him home when he was couple of weeks old just to beat their lonelyness. I bet its a best thing they did, it keeps them occupied so much.Ever since my last vacation to india I been missing Romy a

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-36004636058246879762009-03-03T14:41:00.009-05:002009-03-05T13:06:06.507-05:00

My DH loves any veggie that's baked with a hint of olive oil. We loved this simple recipe of baked potato which was coated so well in herbs and oil and baked to golden brown for 30 mins. Ingredients:Potato Chopped - 2 cupsThyme- 1 tbspBasil - 1tbspRosemary - 1tbspGround pepper - 1tbspCumin powder - 1tbspPaprika - 1tbspSaltOil - 2 tbspPreparation:Par-boil the potato and mix with all the above

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-90144118441965459972009-02-25T17:07:00.004-05:002009-02-25T17:30:43.292-05:00

The oatmeal cake mix cookies are very easy to prepare, it is delicious and comfort type cookie to go with milk. It is slightly moist inside and crunchy outside. I have added ground pecan and cashews. This yummy little treat can be made with in 25 mins and once made, will vanish in no-time!! Ingredients:Yellow Cake Mix - 1 cupQuaker Oatmeal - 2 cupsPowdered Pecans - 1/2 cupPowdered cashews - 1/2

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-19169734942503190442009-02-18T14:31:00.023-05:002009-03-16T13:48:36.838-04:00

Couple of days back I watched everyday Italian in food network, where Giada made an Italian sweet calling it as Zeppole (Italian Donuts) !...hummm sounds interesting. But when you compare Giada's recipe with the dessert- Sicilian Sfinci ,You would agree to name it Sfinci rather Zeppole. Sfinci are a regional sweet, originated in south of Italy and typically served during 19th of march .I could

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-50252940803153683752009-02-16T23:10:00.005-05:002009-02-16T23:44:17.167-05:00

It's 11.15 p.m, I just don't feel like sleeping, studying, watching TV or just sitting still. Only thing runs in my mind is to fulfill my obsession to bake an Orange Chocolate Cake!The Color of the cake turned out exactly the way I wanted, since I'm not a sweet tooth, I reduced the proportion of chocolate chips to half and also didn't add any flavor like vanilla, it has pure orange-chocolate

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-85249001360031406532009-02-14T18:54:00.018-05:002009-02-21T14:38:19.552-05:00

In a small island called strawberry Garden, there is a very calm, composed, young, talented and yet shy female strawberry - Tiffany! whose parents are always worried that Tiffany will end-up staying single due to her lack of dating skills! besides from the little secret she is having a long time crush with Jimmy, her dad's friend's Son.Jimmy is smart, energetic and handsome strawberry lives in

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-5235671294704144662009-02-14T18:51:00.006-05:002009-02-17T12:06:25.033-05:00

This Dried whole green peas curry is very filling and will taste just perfect! It is a perfect side for rice or Indian bread. If you like the coconut flavored peas, then this recipe is sure for you to give a try!Trying this recipe with frozen peas or fresh peas won't promise you the traditional taste. So have some dried peas ready to make this delicious curry.Ingredients:Dried whole green peas -

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-17652277821216454812009-02-07T17:06:00.003-05:002009-02-09T21:45:39.290-05:00

No need to say Avocado's are healthy and tasty, I like it just as a fruit, in my salads and also as a great dip for corn chips.Ingredients:Avocado - 2Sour Cream - 1 tbspHot Salsa - 2 tbspMarinated Artichoke chopped - 1tbspMarinated olive chopped - 4Preparation:Mash the ripen avocado's with fork, add the remaining ingredients and mix well.Add a 1tsp of lemon( optional) just to avoid the Guacamole

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-3805913106670861002009-02-04T17:14:00.009-05:002009-02-04T17:58:10.369-05:00

Fenugreek Leaves has a wonderful smell, that adds up the flavor in breads. It is available in the form of dry leaves in Indian Grocery in name 'Kasuri Methi'. This bread is traditionally calledas 'Methi Thepla' and are ideal to take along in long trips. It stays even fresh on the third day without refrigerating!Ingredients:Whole wheat flour - 2 cupsKasuri methi (Fenugreek leaves) - 2 tbspOnion

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-81928586547702057482009-02-04T11:56:00.007-05:002009-02-04T12:48:05.552-05:00

Cow peas or Red Chori (Indian) is slightly smaller than other beans and has very dark brown/red color with very nutty flavor. It is available in any Asian food market. It cooks faster than other beans. Apart from Indian cuisine it is widely used in African cooking too.Cow peas or Red ChoriIngredients:Cow peas - 1 cupOnion - 1Tomato - 1Green chillies - 2Garlic - 5Coriander powder- 1tbspRed chilly

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-66302363095507623132009-02-04T11:55:00.005-05:002009-02-04T13:04:56.956-05:00

I got fresh plantain from a local market, plantain spicy fries are very simple to make and it is a best combo with any subtle Indian curry.Ingredients:plantain- 1Fennel seeds - 1 tbspcumin seeds - 1tbspGinger garlic paste - 2 tbspRed chilly powder- 1tbspTurmeric - 1 tspSaltPreparation:Peel the plantain skin and cut in to two big chunks and boil in water for 5 mins.Cut the half boiled plantain in

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-33759249244299100562009-02-03T19:51:00.004-05:002009-02-03T20:01:37.831-05:00

What else to do on a snowy sunday!

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-65666601054656929742009-02-03T16:25:00.009-05:002009-02-03T17:30:04.975-05:00

One of my friend who is very creative in cooking, prepared a delicious Thai curry for our dinner, Since then I was so tempted to make one at home.At the same time I was so intimidated by the fact that all Thai curries contains fish. well, not really, I could able to find ( after a LONG research on Thai curry pastes) a Thai red curry paste which is 100% vegan and gluten free - Eureka!!Thai

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-13447490584100987992009-01-07T11:21:00.008-05:002009-01-25T06:02:28.029-05:00

Hey All, I'm back from my long vacation to India. I really had a great time enjoying Indian food, the recipe I shared here is very easy and healthy. I have used the uncooked Sprouted mung, my mom is so against of cooking or just steaming the sprouted mung and she claims that 90% of the good quality will die in that process. I have added a spoon of lemon juice to get the 'Zing effect', if you are

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-12200958135732705362008-11-21T11:09:00.007-05:002008-11-21T11:40:51.522-05:00

Vegetable Biriyani - The most exotic, rich and delicious dish found in all parts of India, but with a different version! The biriyani calls for any dry vegetables you have in hand, adding a pinch of saffron at the end really completes this dish. But many won't prefer to use saffron including my mom :) Presenting my version of vegetable biriyani. Ingredients:Vegetables - Any(carrots,beans,potato

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-14067386246585673772008-11-17T12:20:00.010-05:002008-11-17T13:11:38.325-05:00

Yogurt Curry or Moor Kuzhambu is the most soothing curry, specially in summer. I like to make this curry even in freezy winter too :)It can be prepared with or without vegetables(okra, snake gourd or bottle gourd...etc)Ingredients:Yogurt - 2 cupsChanna dhal- handfulYellow lentils - handfulGarlic - 3Ginger - 2 spoonsCumin - 1tbspGrated coconut - 2tbspChopped Onions - handfulShallots - 6Mustard

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-81837943786662552912008-10-29T16:59:00.005-04:002008-10-29T17:13:39.064-04:00

Let me share a Joke, which I read in Baltimore metro today's news paper . Okay, I said it's JOKE.. so you gotta laugh!! Ha ha ha...

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-71145371308285590082008-10-27T14:35:00.006-04:002008-10-27T14:45:06.018-04:00

It's been a while since I made Okra curry, so I thought of making it for today's lunch.Ingredients:Okra chopped - 2 cupsOnion - 1Tomato - 1Green chillies - 1Garlic - 5Red chilly powder- tbspCoriander powder- 1 tbspCumin powder- 1 tbspGaram masala - 1 tbspTurmeric powder- 1tspCurry leaves- 5Tamarind Paste- 1tbspCilantro - bunchPreparation:Heat oil in a pan, add green chillies, chopped garlic,

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-22957210689448887562008-10-25T10:08:00.016-04:002009-04-07T21:25:05.898-04:00

This vegetable Pattie is very simple and can be made in 25 mins with any sort of vegetables :)) In India, it's called as Vegetable Cutlet. It can be taken as a snack or as a breakfast with burger buns. I just love this with ketchup. Ingredients:Fresh bread slices - 2Egg - 1 (optional)Milk or Water- 1 tbspBoiled Vegetable - 2 cups (I used potatoes, peas, beans)Cumin - 1tspRed Chilly powder - 1

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-27373350696039837642008-10-24T19:07:00.004-04:002008-10-24T19:19:51.057-04:00

A very quick snack to munch :)Ingredients:Chopped onion - 2 cupsGram flour (Chickpea flour) - 1/2 cupred chilly powder - 1/2 tbspSaltDry Fenugreek - 1 tspCumin - 1 tbspWateroil - to deep fryMethod:Mix all the dry ingredients and bind well using little water. If it gets too water add little more flour. Heat oil in frying pan, add a spoon full and fry till it turns golden brown.Serve with tomato

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-92114484925783535972008-10-21T12:38:00.012-04:002008-10-21T13:00:10.850-04:00

This curry can be prepared using Garbanzo, Black eye or any type of beans you like. It is a very tasty and wide known curry in india, Perfect combo for any indian bread. You can also use the canned one instead dry(dry requires 7 hrs soaking). I prepared this curry using the mix of garbanzo and black eye peas.Ingredients:Dry Garbanzo - 2 cupsDry Black eye peas - 1/2 cupOnion - 1 big sizeTomato - 1

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-81162471848826454322008-10-19T17:10:00.023-04:002008-10-19T18:04:27.926-04:00

Cinnamon is the very first dessert I have tasted in US, and its my no.1 favorite dessert too.It tastes best when it served warm with a loads of cream cheese frosting.. I love 'em... Cinnamon bun is originated in Sweden and named as Kanelbulle(meaning - 'Cinnamon bun') Sweden celebrates October 4th as a cinnamon bun day.I made the cinnamon rolls using the ready mix from a leading brand, it turned

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-47025297421060011762008-10-17T12:01:00.008-04:002009-05-20T23:34:44.533-04:00

Ingredients:Rice - 1 cupyellow lentil (Toor Dal) - 1/2 cupVegetable of your choice - 1 cupTurmeric - 1 tbspSambhar powder - 1 tbspCashews- 1 tbspCilantro - a bunchOnion - 1Mustard - 1 tspFor- wet spices:Coriander seeds - 1tbspCoconut - 3 tbspcinnamon - 1" inchCloves- 2Tamarind paste - 2 tbspCumin - 1tbspRed chillies - 4Method:Cook rice, lentil, vegetable with 5 cups of water and 1 tbsp of

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-21619472351600079262008-10-16T10:24:00.006-04:002008-10-16T10:56:07.259-04:00

Ingredients:Zucchini - 2 cups choppedCumin seeds - 1tbspRed chillies - 1Mustard - 1 tspTurmeric - 1tspSalt.Method:Heat pan with oil, add the mustard, cumin, red chillies and turmeric.Mix the chopped zucchini and fry for five mins without adding water.Add salt and mix well.Serve with Indian bread or Rice .

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-31932800373804022302008-10-14T11:36:00.011-04:002008-10-14T17:57:11.917-04:00

This is the mixture of yellow split peas, onions and spices, that are ground to coarse paste and deep fried in oil. Very simple recipe and a quite filling snack for any time of the day. These are called as 'Dhal vada' in India and 'Gateaux Piments' in Mauritius.Ingredients:Split yellow peas - 1 cup (Soaked in water for 2 hours)Onion - 1Green chillies- 1Red chillies- 1Ginger - 1" inchFennel seeds

Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016435360880081503noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8352698693001520763.post-35622642501081463862008-10-12T19:12:00.040-04:002008-10-12T21:28:19.236-04:00

Mauritius is well know as a vacation spot. It is truly a romantic place, natural beauty and very relaxing place as well. I had been there for couple of weeks before few years, still it stands out to be my favorite vacation spot. The best compliment to the country is the weather during the summer or atleast I enjoyed the weather in summer! I remember the quotes from Author Mark Twain : "Mauritius

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Kurma or Korma can be prepared with any types of Vegetables. I had a pack of Soy Nuggets to add in to the kurma. You can get Soy chunks in any Indian Groceri shops. Soak the soys in warm water for 2 hours before cooking.IngredientsSoy Nuggets - 1 cup (soaked in water for 2 hours)Cauliflower - 2 cup (Big chunks)Potato - 1 cup choppedPeas - 1/2 cupLima Beans - 1/2 cupOnion - 1 medium sizeTomato - 1

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Tomato Korma or Thakkali Kurma (as we call it in one of the Indian languages) tastes very delicious with any type or idli or dosa.Ingredients:To grind:Coconut - 1cupChick peas - 1 tbspCinnamon - 1" inchClove -2Ginger Garlic paste - 1 tbspFennel Seeds - 1 tbspCumin seeds - 1 tbspPepper Corns - 1tspRed Chillies - 4Cilantro - a bunchPoppy Seeds - 1 tspTo fry:Onion - 2 cup choppedTomatoes - 3 cups

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Paruppu Dosai is very healthy and usually prepared with two or more lentils. This is even easier than the regular dosa. There is no fermentation needed. This is served as breakfast or dinner.Ingredients:To grind:Toor dal - 1 cupChanna Dal - 1 cupMoong Dal - 1 cupRed lentil - 1 cupUrad dhal - 1/2 cupPar Boiled Rice - 2 cupsFenugreek seeds - 1 tspMasal:Red Chillies - 3Ginger - 1" inchCumin - 1

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kavuni is the name of this red rice. This is a authentic recipe from Southern part of Tamilnadu in India.Many use the kavuni rice to make desserts.Ingredients:Kavuni rice - 2cupsSugar - 10 tbspMilk - 1 tbspGrated coconut - 1/2 cupWater - 5 1/2 cupsMethod:Rinse and soak the rice for half hour.In wide pan, add rice and 51/2 cups of water. Cook in medium heat, till the rice gets the texture shown in

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This is a very famous Kerala dish from South-India, prepared traditionally using shallots. It can be made with different vegetables. I used bottle gourd, goes well with rice, roti, puttu and idli, dosa.Ingredients:Bottle gourd - 2 cups choppedBaby onion/ Shallots - 1 cupGrated coconut - 1 cuptamarind paste - 1 tbspAsafotida/hing - pinchRed chillies - 4Coriander seeds - 1 tbspChanna dal - 1

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Sundal is a very healthy and tasty snack.Ingredients:Garbanzo - 2 cups cookedRed Chillies - 2Mustard seeds - 1 tbspCumin seeds - 1 tbspAsafotida(Hing) - pinchGinger paste - 1 tspGrated Coconut - 2 tbspCurry leaves - 5SaltMethod;Heat oil, add mustard, cumin, hing, ginger paste, red chillies, curry leaves and salt.Mix the cooked garbanzo and saute for a minute and serve.

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Lemon rice is very simple to make. You can prepare this with the left over rice or with freshly cooked rice. Each grain should be separated, adding a spoon of ghee or oil while cooking rice can help in the separation of the grain.Ingredients:Lemon juice - 3 tbspBasmati Rice - 3 cups cooked rice.Cashews - 1tbspPeanuts -1 tbspGram dhal - 1 tbspRed Chillies - 2Curry leaves - 5Cilantro -

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Sometimes, I feel my day starts just to have the lettuce sandwich as my breakfast with herbal tea. This ain't no joke, I'm telling ya the fact! Seriously, its dead boring to think of having the universal standard- cereal and hormone injected milk in the morning.I'm quite particular in having my breakfast before 8a.m, why? may be I'm having a ridiculous belief that, its gonna boost up my

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Today is the 2nd day of Navrathri festival. I prepared Sweet pongal for tonights pooja.Ingredients:Rice - 1 cupMoong Dal - 1 cupJaggery (type of brown Sugar) - 2 cupsMilk - 1/2 cupClarified butter - 2 tbspCashews - hand fullMethod:Cook the rice and dal together with 5 cups water.Once the rice is cooked, add the jaggery and stir well.Add the milk and let it cook in low heat for 2 mins.Fry the

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This topic is recently getting so greenish among my friends circle. During any kinda meeting or get together... at least one or two would be keen in digging up this matter. Initially I thought it will be quite difficult to contribute, but its actually vice-verse and also a win-win situation. You help the planet by saving energy and you help yourself by saving money.One of my friend had sent this

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I prepared Mexican rice with multi beans and green/red peppers. This is very simple and a delicious dish.Ingredients:Multi Beans: Pinto, navy beans, pink beans, peas, garbanzo, black eye beans, lima beans, red kidney beans. Onion - 2Red & Green pepper - 2 cups choppedTomato - 2Ginger garlic paste - 1tbspGreen Onion - 2 tbsp choppedCilantro - 2 tbsp choppedPaprika - 1tspTurmeric - 1tspCumin -

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Mushroom korma is so delicious with kerala Parota. I also prepare this as a side for roti and rice.Any vegetables can also be added to this korma. I like potatoes and peas as default with this korma.Ingredients:Mushroom chopped - 2 cupsPotato chopped - 1 cupPeas - 1/2 cupOnion- 1/2Tomato -1Cinnamon -1Turmeric -1tbspAsafotida- a pinchGaram Masala - 1 tbspMethi leaves -1tspMilk - 3 tbsp (optional)

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Ingredients:Green onion - 1 bunchPotato chopped - 2 cupsCumin - 1tbspGarlic - 1Mustard - 1tspChilly powder - 1bspTurneric -1tspCurry Leaves - 5Salt.Method:Wash and Chop the green onion and potato.Heat pan with oil, add cumin, garlic, mustard, green onion and potato.Fry well, add turmeric and salt.Add enought water to cook wellGarnish with curry leaves and cilantro.

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Ingredients:Moong Dhal - 1 cupGreen Chillies -4Onion -1Cumin - 1tbspMustard - 1tspTomato -1Turmeric - 1tspSaltMethod:Wash moong dhal and soak in water keep aside.Heat pan with oil and add cumin, mustard seeds, green chillies and onion, fry till onion turns golden brownAdd the chopped tomato and salt.Add the soaked dhal with enough water and allow to cook till the dhal turns soft.Serve with Rice.

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During my initial days of cooking, half or more than a half of work was done by my microwave, which conquered big space in my kitchen. I thought I am really saving a lot of time by using it, right from making tea to re-heating the foods and frozen items. As you all know, there are so many debates on microwave cooking. Not surprisingly, no one gives much attention to it. Since it's a big celebrity

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Kadala Curry is a very famous south-indian dish, its a best combo for puttu. It also taste good with idli, dosa, rice and roti. Amount of coconut can be adjusted as per the taste.Ingredients:Black Channa - 1 cupTo Grind:Onion - 1/2Tomato - 1/2Grated coconut - 1/2 cupGarlic - 2Ginger - 1" inchPepper corns - 5Coriander seeds - 1 tbspCilantro - 1/4 bunchGram dhal - 1 tbspCumin - 1 tbspRed Chillies -

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Ingredients: Karela - 1 cupMustard - 1tspCumin - 1tbspTurmeric - 1tspGrated Coconut - 1/4 cupSalt Method:Mix turmeric with chopped Karela and set aside.Heat heavy pan with oil, make tadka with mustard, cumin and add the karela.Fry till it get tender, add salt and grated coconut and fry for few more mins.Serve as a side with roti or rice.

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Ingredients:Chopped beans - 1 cupCumin - 1 tbspMustard - 1 tspChanna dhal - 2 tbspRed chillies -3Curry leaves - 5-6Cilantro - 1/4 bunchSaltMethod:Heat pan with oil and make tadka with cumin, mustard, channa dal, red chillies and curry leaves. Add the chopped beans and let it cook in medium heat for 15 mins.Add salt and cilantro.Serve as side with roti or rice

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