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Dairy FreeBlissful Olive Oil Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. Indulge in the irresistible blend of flavors with these Blissful Olive Oil Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars! With the crunch of roasted pistachios, the sweetness of chocolate chunks, and the subtle tang of olive oil, these …
Heavenly Sweet Kuzhipaniyaram Recipe: A Delicious Twist on Leftover Dosai BatterLooking for a delightful way to repurpose your leftover dosai batter? Look no further! Our Sweet Kuzhipaniyaram recipe is a perfect blend of tradition and innovation, combining the goodness of jaggery, coconut, banana, and a …
Gooey Sweetcorn Cheese Sandwich with Mint Chutney.Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this gooey sweetcorn cheese sandwich recipe! Packed with flavors and textures, this delightful creation combines the sweetness of steamed sweetcorn, the creaminess of vegan mayonnaise, the freshness of homemade mint chutney, and …
Crispy Perfection: Air Fried French Fries Recipe.Who doesn’t love the crispy, golden goodness of French fries? While traditionally deep-fried, we’re here to introduce you to a healthier, equally delicious alternative: air fried French fries. With just a fraction of the oil and a whole lot …
VegetarianAs the holy month of Ramadan approaches, the desire for wholesome and comforting meals intensifies. Nombu Kanji, a traditional dish popular during Ramadan, provides nourishment and satisfaction for those observing fasting. However, busy schedules or the inability to visit the mosque for communal meals may …
Classic Strawberry Cobbler Recipe.Indulge in the sweet and fruity goodness of a classic strawberry cobbler. This timeless dessert brings together the vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries and a golden, buttery crust. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is …
Homemade Ghee with Crispy Curry Leaves. Step into our kitchen for a journey into crafting homemade ghee using store-bought butter. This process, both simple and rewarding, fills your home with a rich, nutty aroma, resulting in a jar of golden goodness. To enhance the experience, …
Homemade Strawberry Choco Chip Frozen Yogurt Recipe. Indulge your taste buds with the delightful fusion of sweet strawberries and rich chocolate in this homemade Strawberry Choco Chip Frozen Yogurt. Created with love in your ice cream maker, this luscious treat is not only effortlessly made …
Slow Cooker Red Carrot Kheer – A Symphony of Sweetness. Embark on a culinary journey with our Slow Cooker Red Carrot Kheer, featuring the natural sweetness of a vibrant, long red carrot. Sourced from local markets, this recipe promises a delightful blend of flavors, creating …
Decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Brioche Bread.Indulge your senses with the rich and luscious flavors of our Chocolate Hazelnut Brioche Bread. This delightful recipe combines the buttery goodness of brioche dough with the irresistible combination of chocolate and hazelnuts. Perfect for a leisurely breakfast or a sweet …
Ever craved a chocolatey hug in the form of a cake? Our Sunken Chocolate Loaf is just that—a comforting, homemade treat that’s as simple to make as it is delicious. Think melted butter, dark chocolate, and a touch of vanilla creating a gooey, fudgy wonder. …
Flavorful Chicken Sukka Delight.Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this easy and delicious Chicken Sukka recipe. Bursting with aromatic spices and succulent chicken, this dish is a perfect companion to both rice and roti. Follow the simple steps below to create a flavorful culinary …
Quick and Easy No-Knead Homemade Baguettes. Embark on a delightful journey to create homemade baguettes in just four hours, with a straightforward recipe using flour, active dried yeast, salt, and water. Achieving a crispy crust and airy interior has never been easier. Ingredients:– 500 grams …
Title: Mini Delights: Everything Good Banana Bread in Adorable Loaves. Welcome to a delightful twist on the classic banana bread – the Everything Good Banana Bread in mini loaves! These cute, individual servings are made with a blend of wholesome ingredients that will tantalize your …
VegetarianCrispy Cabbage Pakoda Recipe with a Secret Ingredient. Indulge in the delightful crunch of Crispy Cabbage Pakoda, a quick and easy snack that combines the goodness of cabbage, green chili, onion, and a burst of flavor from ginger-garlic paste. The secret to achieving the perfect …
“Preserving Summer’s Bounty: A Guide to Freezing Fresh Strawberries”. Preserving the vibrant taste of fresh strawberries is a delightful way to enjoy the essence of summer all year round. In this guide, we’ll explore a simple method for freezing fresh strawberries to ensure they maintain …
Flavorful and Healthy Ridge Gourd Thokku Recipe. Indulge in the goodness of a simple yet delicious Peerkangai Thokku, a stir fry that combines the nutritious ridge gourd with aromatic spices. This wholesome dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings numerous health benefits. …
Delightful Twist: Air Fried Gulab Jamun with a Cardamom Infused SyrupIndulging in the sweet symphony of gulab jamun is always a treat, but have you ever tried taking this beloved dessert to the next level by air frying it? In this blog post, we’ll explore …
Slow Cooker Red Beans Curry: A Delightful and Healthy RecipeIndulge in the rich flavors of our Slow Cooker Red Beans Curry, a dish that combines the wholesome goodness of freshly peeled red beans with a tantalizing blend of ground coconut, onions, tomatoes, and an array …
Elevate Your Poori Experience: The Power Duo of Turmeric and Peppercorns in Your Dough.In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s the little things that often make a significant difference. One such delightful yet simple addition to your culinary routine is infusing your poori …
French Toast Bliss with Honey Whipped Cream and Luscious Fruits.As the morning sun casts its golden glow, invite enchantment to your breakfast table with our exquisite French Toast creation. Imagine thick slices of bread, bathed in a velvety blend of eggs, milk, and vanilla, then …
**Brioche Nutella Rolls with Nuts** There’s something magical about the combination of soft, pillowy brioche and the rich, indulgent goodness of Nutella. Elevate this classic pairing by adding a crunchy twist with your favorite nuts. Today, we’re diving into the recipe for these Irresistible Brioche …
Dairy FreeWelcome to a gastronomic journey where the vibrant colors and diverse flavors of my lunch plate take center stage. Today’s culinary adventure features a delightful ensemble of rice accompanied by green peas potato kaarakuzhambu, keerai kootu, and Pomfret fish fry. Let’s dive into the …
**No-Churn Nutella Ice Cream Delight**Indulge your sweet tooth with this easy-to-make, no-churn Nutella ice cream. With a luscious combination of rich cocoa, velvety Nutella, and the creaminess of sweetened condensed milk, this frozen treat is a heavenly delight. The best part? No ice cream maker …
**Boost Your Day with Zesty Orange Glow Juice!**Welcome to the world of Zesty Orange Glow Juice – a tasty treat that’s also fantastic for your health! This juice is made using a slow juicer, ensuring you get the most goodness from oranges, carrots, and ginger-infused …
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with a Crunchy Twist! 🥜🍪Get ready for a taste bud party with these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – where roasted peanuts and a sprinkle of sea salt join the cookie bash! These little bites of joy are your ticket …
Luscious Lemon Pound Cake RecipeIndulge your taste buds with the perfect balance of sweet and tangy in this delightful Lemon Pound Cake. The moist and dense texture paired with the zesty citrus flavor makes it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Follow along for a …
Banana Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies with Chocolate Chips.Embark on a delightful journey of flavors with these Banana Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies. This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, nutty goodness of peanut butter, all swirled into a decadent cocoa-infused …
Energizing Peanut Chikki with a Pepper Twist: A Healthy Snack Delight Indulge in the goodness of a nutritious treat with our Peanut Chikki spiced up with ground pepper. Packed with the wholesome benefits of peanuts, jaggery, and a hint of pepper, this snack is not …
Warmth in a Bowl: Wheat Halwa with Jaggery – A Perfect Winter Treat and Temple Offering As the chilly winds of winter embrace us, there’s nothing quite like a comforting bowl of wheat halwa with jaggery to warm both the body and the soul. This …
Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe Dive into the world of decadence with our Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars—a delightful union of rich Nutella and luscious chocolate chip cookie dough. These bars are the epitome of indulgence, baked to perfection for a gooey, delicious treat …
“Homemade Bliss: Honey & Olive Oil White Bread in Your 500g Loaf Pan” Hey there, fellow kitchen enthusiasts! Get ready for a heartwarming journey as we dive into the world of homemade white bread, where honey and olive oil team up for a flavor-packed experience. …
Vegetarian**Spicy Potato Onion Paratha Recipe with Minced Garlic and Ground Pepper** *Parathas are a beloved Indian flatbread, and when stuffed with a spicy potato and onion filling, they become a delightful and hearty dish. This recipe adds a twist with the inclusion of minced garlic …
**Reach New Culinary Heights with Ragi Sandwich Bread: Elevating Flavor and Form** Embark on a culinary adventure with our Ragi Sandwich Bread recipe, where nutritional excellence meets an impressive presentation. This unique bread isn’t just about the wholesome goodness of ragi flour—it’s about soaring to …
Diwali Special: Modified Melt-in-the-Mouth Mysore Pak Recipe If you prefer a different twist on the classic Mysore Pak, this modified version is for you. This melt-in-the-mouth sweet is perfect for Diwali, and it skips some of the traditional ingredients to create a unique variation. Ingredients: …
Scoopful of Surprises: My Ice Cream Scoop’s Bonda Makeover Let me share a kitchen tale that unfolded with an unexpected star – my trusty mechanical ice cream scoop. What started as a routine tool for frozen delights turned into a culinary revelation, transforming the way …
**Heavenly Honey Butter French Toast with Citrus Delight** Indulge your taste buds with a delightful breakfast treat that combines the rich flavors of honey butter French toast with the refreshing sweetness of orange slices and exotic dragon fruit. This recipe is a symphony of textures …
If you’re in the mood for a delicious and indulgent snack or side dish, look no further! Our Spicy Roasted Potato Mash Cheese Toast is a mouthwatering treat that combines the earthy goodness of roasted potatoes with the richness of melted cheese, all enveloped in …
Quick Small Batch One Bowl Olive Oil Brownies: If you’re craving a delicious chocolate treat but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, these Quick Small Batch One Bowl Olive Oil Brownies are the perfect solution. Not only are they incredibly easy to make, …
Dairy FreeVegetarianWholesome Goodness on a Plate: Ragi Phulka Recipe.Ragi, also known as finger millet, is a powerhouse of nutrition and has been a staple in Indian households for generations. Packed with essential nutrients, this humble grain offers numerous health benefits. One delicious way to incorporate …
Dairy FreeVegetarianAuthentic South Indian Pulikachal Mix Recipe: A Burst of Tangy Spices Pulikachal, a quintessential South Indian delicacy, is known for its explosive blend of tangy and spicy flavors. This versatile mix is a life-saver for busy days when you want to whip up a …
If you’re a fan of sweet and flaky pastries, this Chocolate Almond Puff Pastry Braid is a must-try! Made with rich Lindt sea salt chocolate, all-butter puff pastry, sliced almonds, and a finishing touch of icing sugar, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion. Ingredients: …
Dairy FreeVegetarianDelightful Slow Cooker Tiffin Sambar Recipe.South Indian cuisine boasts a vibrant tapestry of flavors, and one dish that truly represents this culinary richness is Tiffin Sambar. This dish is a perfect complement to a variety of tiffin items like dosa, idli, and vada. The …
“Indulge Your Sweet Tooth with This Decadent Cakey Brownie Recipe”If you’re a chocolate lover like me, you’ll appreciate the magic of a perfectly baked cakey brownie. These delicious treats strike a delightful balance between a moist cake and a rich, fudgy brownie. In this blog …
Mastering Meal Prep: A Day’s Worth of Deliciousness with Your Slow Cooker. Are you tired of spending hours in the kitchen preparing meals throughout the day? Enter the slow cooker, your secret weapon for a day’s worth of delicious meals with minimal effort. In this …
Dairy FreeVegetarianNutrient-Packed Green Gram Dosai: A Healthy Twist on Tradition. In the realm of South Indian cuisine, dosai holds a cherished place. The classic dosai, prepared with a blend of black gram (urad dal) and rice, has been a breakfast staple for generations. However, there’s …
VegetarianPaneer Tikka Pizza is a culinary fusion that brings together the best of two worlds – the spicy, tangy flavors of Indian paneer tikka and the cheesy indulgence of pizza. This dish is a celebration of vibrant spices, succulent paneer cubes, and a burst of …
VegetarianHere’s a simple Moong Beans Sundal recipe along with some of the health benefits of moong beans: **Moong Beans Sundal Recipe** **Ingredients:**– 1 cup whole moong beans– 2 tablespoons grated coconut– 1-2 green chilies, chopped– 1 teaspoon mustard seeds– 1 teaspoon urad dal (black gram)– …
Dairy FreeVegetarianWhen it comes to evening snacks, we often find ourselves torn between satisfying our cravings and staying healthy. Luckily, there’s a delightful solution that strikes the perfect balance between taste and nutrition – the classic combination of apple slices with crunchy peanut butter. In …
Vegetarian## Two delicious and nutritious weekday lunch plates Two different lunch plates that are both delicious and nutritious. The first lunch plate includes one pot dal rice, spicy onion, papad, yogurt, and grapes. The second lunch plate includes ghee phulka, peas masala, yogurt, cucumber, and …
VegetarianAbsolutely, here’s the full blog post with the rewritten introduction and Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that marries the crispy goodness of cauliflower fritters with the comforting embrace of buttery toasted bread. Our Cauliflower Fritters Sandwich is a fusion of textures and …
Dairy FreeVegetarianHomemade sprouts are a nutritious addition to any diet, packed with vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. One of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to grow your own sprouts is by using a hot box or casserole. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the …
Dairy FreeVegetarianCraving a healthier and tastier snack option? Look no further than this homemade olive oil popcorn recipe! Popcorn is a beloved snack, and when prepared with the goodness of olive oil, it becomes a delightful treat. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through …
Chocolate Orange Waffles. Who can resist the delightful combination of chocolate and orange? If you’re looking to elevate your breakfast game or treat yourself to a special brunch, these Chocolate Orange Waffles are the perfect choice. They’re rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. In …
VegetarianDelicious Slow Cooker Ven Pongal Recipe. Ven Pongal is a beloved South Indian breakfast dish known for its creamy texture and comforting flavors. Traditionally prepared in a pot or pressure cooker, we’re about to introduce you to a hassle-free way to make this delightful dish …
Breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the day, and what better way to kickstart your morning than with a hearty bowl of oatmeal? But not just any oatmeal – we’re talking about a wholesome, nutritious, and flavorful bowl of oatmeal made with …
Dairy FreeVegetarian“Refreshing Dragon Fruit and Strawberry Fruit Salad with a Zesty Twist”When the sun is shining, and you’re craving a light and refreshing snack, nothing beats a fruit salad. But why settle for the ordinary when you can elevate your fruit salad game with the …
This recipe for All Brown Sugar Pear Almond Crumble is a delicious and easy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The crumble topping is made with all brown sugar, which gives it a deep, rich flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness of the pears. …
Dairy FreeVegetarianOnam, the vibrant festival of Kerala, is incomplete without the indulgence in traditional delicacies. Among the various dishes prepared during this festive season, Paruppu Payasam holds a special place. This delightful lentil and jaggery dessert is a must-have on the Onam Sadhya (feast) menu. …
VegetarianSavor the flavors of Crispy Puffed Rice, known as “Kaara Pori” in South India, with this simple yet addictive homemade snack recipe. Bursting with spice and crunch, this treat is designed to be stored and enjoyed for up to a week, making it an ideal …
Baked Single Serve Choco Chip Almond Cookie with Vanilla Ice CreamIndulge in the deliciousness of a baked single serve choco chip almond cookie, complemented by a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. This dessert combines warm, gooey flavors with the classic charm of ice cream …
Savor the sweetness of fresh strawberries with our delectable Slow Cooker Strawberry Cobbler recipe. This easy-to-make dessert is a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of summer all year round. Whether you’re hosting an event or simply in need of a comforting treat, this recipe …
Dairy FreeVegetarianA Flavorful Sunday Lunch: Rasam Rice with Tasty Sides. Imagine a lazy Sunday afternoon filled with the promise of good food and relaxation. On this special day, my lunch plate is a delightful mix of comforting rasam rice, crispy onion pakodas, a peppery egg …
VegetarianWheat Rava Dosai is a delightful South Indian dish that is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare. This instant recipe combines the goodness of wheat flour and rava (semolina) with a touch of rice flour, creating a crispy and flavorful dosai …
VegetarianCarrots are not only a vibrant addition to your plate but also a powerhouse of nutrients. Incorporating them into your meals can be both delicious and beneficial for your health. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through a simple and mouthwatering carrot poriyal recipe, …
Dairy FreeDelectable Blueberry Banana Muffins Recipe (Makes 6 Muffins) Indulge your taste buds with our mouthwatering Blueberry Banana Muffins! Bursting with the delightful combination of ripe bananas and juicy blueberries, these muffins are the perfect treat for breakfast or a quick snack. Whether you’re an …
Millet waffles. Looking for a nutritious twist on a classic breakfast favorite? Look no further than these delicious millet waffles. Made with a combination of millet flour and all-purpose flour, these waffles offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will elevate your breakfast …
Classic French toast with a little twist! I made these with plain white bread and added a bit of salt for extra flavor. Then, I topped it with yummy maple syrup, juicy blueberries, and tasty berry jam. It’s a breakfast that’s both sweet and savory …
Dairy FreeVegetarianThis quick and flavorful Tamil-style Instant Pot Dal Rice recipe combines toor dal (pigeon peas) and regular cooking rice for a delightful dish. Sauté sliced garlic, green chilies, fresh curry leaves, and chopped onions in oil or ghee. Add the rinsed rice and dal, …
No Churn chocolate chip ice cream is a delightful frozen treat that doesn’t require an ice cream maker. It’s a simple and delicious way to make ice cream at home, and just what the start of the weekend needs!! Below is a quick and simple …
Dairy FreeSimple Pomfret Fish Fry – a family favorite whenever we buy fish we mostly get black Pomfret, cut into good slices like in pic. Delicious in both curries and fried. Here’s a simple and quick recipe for Chili and Turmeric Pomfret fish fry: Ingredients:– …
Small batch brownies are a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for when you have a chocolate craving but don’t want to make a large batch of brownies. These brownies are made with simple ingredients and can be baked in a small baking dish, …
VegetarianDosai, Brinjal curry, Black chickpeas sundal, Waffles with honey – Delicious breakfast made with Leftover batter 1. Dosai: A popular South Indian crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter, cooked until golden and crispy. It is a staple breakfast item in India, loved for …
Dairy FreeVegetarianGuacamole is a delicious and popular Mexican dip made primarily from avocados. It’s creamy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make at home. Here’s a simple and tasty homemade guacamole recipe: Ingredients:– 3 ripe avocados– 1 small red onion, finely diced– 2 ripe tomatoes, diced– …
Dairy FreeVegetarianMadurai special thanni chutney is a popular South Indian chutney that is made with a variety of ingredients, including roasted gram dal, onions, green chilies, and water. The chutney is typically ground to a smooth paste and then tempered with mustard seeds, urad dal, …
Dairy FreeAappam is a very famous breakfast dish from Keralaand in Tamil nadu also we make them regularly. The traditional recipe has coconut, cooked rice and aval making the entire process very tedious and sometimes fermented coconut in batter is not something I like. So …
Mushroom red onion pizza is a classic pizza combination that is both savory and sweet. The mushrooms add a meaty texture to the pizza, while the red onions add a bit of sweetness and acidity. This pizza is a great way to use up leftover …
Dairy FreeHere is a recipe for a peanut butter banana sandwich with hemp seeds and honey: Ingredients: Instructions: Health Benefits: This peanut butter banana sandwich is a healthy and delicious snack or meal. The peanut butter is a good source of protein and healthy fats, …
VegetarianUrad dal, chana dal, dried red chilli, curry leaves, garlic cloves roasted in a little coconut oil. Ground together with a pinch of Asafoetida and salt for taste. Simple idli podi.. #foodblogfeed #foodphotography #idlipodi #paruppupodi #foodblogger #instagood #mealprep #lentils #parveenskitchen #photooftheday #recipeoftheday #picoftheday #fhareencooks #delicious …
VegetarianToday’s lunch plate was a delicious and flavorful combination of South Indian dishes. The star of the show was the onion mor kuzhambu, a hearty and aromatic lentil and onion stew. The spicy potato roast was the perfect accompaniment, with its crispy exterior and tender …
VegetarianA Veg Curry from Leftover Soup. It is not in anyway traditional or is even something I do often. But it is the best idea I have ever had in the recent times and the result was so yummy. As you can see, the pics …
Vegan Choco Chip Cookies.. a simple no chill dough made in 5 minutes with easily available ingredients, full of flavors and soft & thick with little pools of chocolate. Yummmm.. Also see how the cookies are thick and perfectly shaped?! I have a tip..( I …
Black forest Cheesecake Jars.. a delicious No bake dessert filled with oreo crust, cheesy chocolate filling, cherry compote and chocolate ganache. You know, with the temperature above 40°C in the city, I totally wasn’t going to on the oven to bake anything. I wanted to …
I’ve been making these Mint Chutney Grilled Cheese sandwiches on repeat for the last few weeks and thought why not capture it in the blog although the recipe is very very easy. The mint chutney is the Indian version of Pesto. In place oil we …
Black eyed peas Curry / Karamani Kuzhambu.. Cowpeas or black eyed peas are a wonderful source nutrients and is so good, delicious in salads or curries. This curry recipe is usually served with rice or idli/dosai. This curry is also one of our favourite curries …
Quick Radish Pickle.. a delicious winter produce dish loaded with simple yet strong pungent spices that warms up and gives you the health benefits too. Usually served with chapati, roti or parathas this quick pickle can be made with carrot, beet too!! Or even green …
Rasam. The essential spicy south Indian style soup, always served with hot rice in our home. It’s a part if the traditional meal, because of its warming spice presence is extremely good in aiding the digestion. The pepper, cumin and crushed garlic helps cure sore …
Spring Onion Paratha loaded with seasonal spring green onions and simple spices that makes these parathas the best healthy warming dish for winter mornings or lunch
Baked Banana Oatmeal Cups..An easy pick me up breakfast dish that needs 5 minutes prep time and 25 minutes bake time and you have bite sized breakfast that is delicious, chocolate-y, nutritious.All you need is a blender and a muffin pan. Put all the ingredients …
Easy Fish Curry.. although I like food and trying new food, I like them all cooked/experimented by me. I am not that outgoing and adventurous in trying new food and ingredients, in trying savory dishes. I take comfort in cooking recipes I knew, I saw …
S’mores Banana Bread . A delightful warm, crispy chewy marshmallows topped chocolate Banana bread.. it is like the common Banana bread, but very different with its toasty marshmallow top. Perfect with warm chocolate drink of choice on any day no matter if it is hot …
Karuveppilai podi- how to make curry leaves spicy powder
Dairy FreeVegetarianNo filter, no editing.. just some juicy mango and cucumber, tomatoes. Finding mango late at this time of year is really a surprise and I wanted to capture the pic of the beautiful cut fruits and vegetables I served with lunch. .#foodphotography #foodblogfeed #thekitchn …
Kids friendly Chickpeas Fried Rice that is perfect for lunch boxes with chips and raita
Buttermilk Biscuits.. Basic and such a delicious recipe of the classic favorite. These biscuits have layers in abundance, have been baked to perfection, and are oh so good with butter and jam. I mean with cream will be great too, but more butter on top …
Tawa Paneer..My son loves paneer, in any and every form! Yes.. I don’t remember cooking or having paneer so much before than the last couple of years. Tikka, curry, grated and stuffed parathas, bhajis and what not.. I have made them all and I am …
Dairy FreeRagi Murukku.. finger millet is one of the healthiest Cereal with loads of vitamins, minerals and fibre in it. Adding it’s flour in daily cooking is good for health, and I try my best in adding it in dosai, idli, puttu, cookies, porridge and …
Chocolate Ricotta Pound Cake… I have made this Cake a few times and all the time have been a great success. Who wouldn’t like a cheese-y, chocolate-y dense Pound cake.. I have been enjoying a slice of it slightly warmer from freezer with whatever sauce …
VegetarianBalsamic Strawberry Chia Jam.. small batch to last just for few days. I mean.. when it is in season, consume the ingredient in anyway you like it!! Strawberry in season means fresh homemade Jam that’s flavorful and delicious for breakfast. With some good thick brioche …
Pav Bhaji Pulao or an easy veggie dum biryani with pav bhaji masala.. made in instant pot.I have always been a very strong believer of reusing and repurposing food, ingredients and dishes.This is one such recipe, make a yummy veggie loaded pav bhaji masala for …
A summery lunch plate.. loaded with favorites of the entire family, a really colorful and delicious plate of food put all together under 30 minutes.I feel like Jamie Oliver saying you need few appliances for cooking faster.. but truly kitchen appliances help. In my plate …
Delicious simple easy potato wedges filled with creamy mayonnaise sandwiches
Super Delicious Paneer Pav Bhaji recipe that is perfect to use up the leftover vegetables and paneer, just like you love it. Don’t forget the toasted bread!
Easy Instant Tomato Pickle.. recipe post I love curd rice.. you know, just like any perfect tamil family, we have yogurt(Called as curd here!!!) Everyday. After I have started making my own pickles at home I always store at least one type of seasoned and …
Dairy FreeTurmeric Orange Carrot Juice .. a bit of health to celebrate that we are all here and doing good.Juice together orange, carrots and a little piece of fresh turmeric to get this bright sunny Juice that’s healthy, packed with whatever goodness oranges, carrots and …
Carrot Beetroot halwa made from the leftover pulp after juicing carrots and beets in my slow juicer.I also made the sweet with coconut sugar.. 便 it is just perfect 殺 IngredientsCarrots – 4Beetroot – 2 smallMilk – 2 cupsSugar of choice – 1/2 cupGhee – …
Blueberry Brioche Bagels..A very great variation from Blueberry muffins or Scones, that is less sweeter, more juicy and substantial thereby making it perfect for breakfast.I just used my favorite brioche dough, enriched with eggs, milk and butter, added lots of blueberries, shaped them into bagels. …
Mint Almond Pesto.. simple , tangy, fresh, vibrant, spicy, delicious, and most importantly versatile. Use in pasta, sandwiches, as a side for roast dinners, or even in pizza!!! Delicious.. Whip up a batch now and remember the ingredients quantity for the Pesto is mostly per …
White Chocolate Cherry Scones.. a scrumptious delightful tea time snack or breakfast if you do not mind the calories. Now I know why I’m not able to shake off those extra kilograms!!! But look at these.. I can’t, won’t resist and discriminate butter and white …
Easy Strawberry Brownies.. stashing snacks for the coming week is always a happy thing to do for me. Think of food, readily available without having to cook from scratch on busy workdays is always a plus for me and I don’t mind cooking or baking …
Simple cheese Paratha… if you are someone like me and have bits and pieces of leftover cheeses stored in chiller and freezer after using them in other recipes this is for you.There is no specific recipe here, it’s only an idea. Yeah.. the idea is …
VegetarianSweet Ragi Roti.. finger millet is a very common ingredient in our home and whenever I go home to my parents my mom sends back some freshly milled millet flour. I make Puttu or kozhukattai or even bread with them. Roti too nowadays, thanks to …
Leftover Vegetable Curry Puff.. Veg puff is my favorite snack whenever I go for movies in theatre.. yeah in the minority among people who love popcorn, but I love the crispy puff with loads of vegetables stuffed inside more than any other snack. These puffs …
Dairy FreeVegetarianHoney Roasted Apple Peanut Butter Toast.. Breakfast idea if you don’t mind spending an additional 10minutes in the kitchen making these divine honey roasted apples. It is sweet, so fragrant, soft and very very delicious. With a pinch of ground cinnamon and a little …
Protein rich Soy Dosai.. dosai is a never ending love for me. I love making and eating dosai all the times. It is such a versatile dish that can be made for breakfast or dinner and almost all times. And the versatility.. you can make …
Spicy Vegan Thakkady or rice dumplings.. it is a Sri Lankan dish. But not sure from where, in our family also we make. Not the vegan plain version though, my mom, grandmother and aunts always made the dish with Mutton bones or sometimes with prawns. …
Dairy FreeVegetarianPesarattu – Green Gram / Moong Bean dosai is a healthy breakfast dish mostly made in Andhra and Telengana states of India. Almost all South Indian states have adopted variations of it since it is a very healthy dish for breakfast with made with …
Oats Almond Chikki, with a spicy twist making them the sweet & Spicy oats almond brittle. We call these candy as burfi in Tamilnadu. Growing up and still whenever I see good quality of brittle in any store I buy a pack of them and …
Fluffy Buttermilk pancakes made from my easy homemade pancakes mix recipe.. link is below. Easy pancake recipe
Paneer tikka paratha.. my son loves anything and everything paneer, I’m not a big fan though. But to indulge him I try to make marinated and skewered grilled paneer often for him.These parathas are made with the idea to combine my latest obsession for the …
Delicious healthy Besan ka halwa- chickpea flour halwa recipe that is perfect for winter breakfasts or also as snack for the evenings. Made with jaggery and ghee.
Simple delicious one bowl cardamom Blueberry Scones that are perfect with a drizzle of honey for a breakfast or tea time
Parathas are always on season and with a delicious filling like this recipe cabbage paneer paratha are the best and is prefect for any season. Serve with curd and pickle.
Delicious Vegan, gluten-free chocolate pancakes with added chia seeds that is perfect for any cravings you have in between your diets.
3 ingredients Nutella Croissant Pudding.. for there is absolutely no time for making desserts but want some dessert days!! I had a very busy day today since morning.. being it new year day and all!! My parents visited is for breakfast and I made a …
The cold and healthy drink of India elevated with flaxseeds to help with weight loss and possibly PCOD diet – Flaxseed Buttermilk Recipe
Chocolate chip banana bread.. recipe post. With my son away visiting his grandparents and cousins for the last 5 days cooking and baking has been made like a task to do only when really needed or else manage with snacks and Leftovers. And with him …
VegetarianVEN PONGAL or KAARA PONGAL.A savory lentils and rice dish made for breakfast in general is a very famous and favorite dish of Tamil Nadu.Growing up I wasn’t so fond of the dish.. you know it had whole peppercorns, bits of ginger!! I used to …
Classic Blueberry Muffins.. for the start of the new week. After the festive mood and food is over, and getting back to work like there was nothing good and enjoyable happened in the last few days need good food too!! Just an incentive, you know …
Best tasting simply delicious easy aloo parathas recipe that you can make within 40 minutes
Dairy FreeDosai with Egg Thokku.. not a regular post in my feed but regular dishes in our home.I was gearing up some weekend breaks and holiday cheers.. but have got ended up with a call at 10.30pm now. Love the work and the responsibilities.. a …
Nutella Puff Pastry Pinwheels.. Holidays are always synonymous with the desserts, especially cookies. These cookies are my post contribution for an Instagram collaboration. If my friends are seeing the post they will ask what holidays!!! So true it would be too, we literally get or …
Badusha in South India or Balushahi in North is a very famous Indian dish. They are mildly sweetened, fragrant with simple spices added in the syrup. When I feel like eating them I will simply get from sweet shops. But when cravings hit during inappropriate …
Dairy FreeVegetarianOrange Ginger Turmeric Immunity Shot… a perfect cold battling concoction that is delicious and effective. Also known as the yellow medicine as told by my son, a shot of this drink every other day or even weekly once is good for health!It is easy …
Shortbread Linzer cookies with hot chocolate for breakfast is just fine, because Christmas is around the corner and holidays are coming!!For all who are getting holidays and celebrating… Sandwiching soft crumbly cookies with your favorite jam and dusting with icing sugar to elevate the festive …
Carrot halwa.. the best ever seasonal comfort food. Yes.. while we get carrots throughout the year, winter carrots are super special and more fresh. Definitely calls for some warm dessert.. don’t you think? There is nothing more comforting than a bowl of this grain free, …
After a very busy week at work, wanted a break and planned all my baking today!! BUT.. the corporation has also planned power shutdown from 9.30am to 5pm it seems, ruining all my baking plans.Fortunately made the vadai batter before that.. so here they are …
4 Ingredients Easy Brownies Recipe!!Save the post.. because these are what your dream Brownies are made of and all you need are 4 ingredients, 20 minutes of time including the bake time. The result???Ultimately fudgy chocolate-y Brownies which are the answers for your sweet cravings …
Dairy FreeBreakfast of champions is always simple, nutritious, delicious and SWEET!!! YES, that’s how I like my breakfast and made my family believe the same too!On the feed1. Sweet rice pidi kozhukattai2. Aval/Rice flakes with coconut milk3. Orange juice Naturally gluten free and vegan, this …
Almond Butter Banana Smoothie. Single serve, like most of my drinks are. With the rain almost gone and us in Chennai back to expecting daily sunshine I’m back to my routine of morning smoothies too. So many mornings of spending on the couch or the …
A delicious pudalangai Paruppu Usili aka lentils Stir-fry which is super healthy, quick to prepare and oh so yummy if you are looking for a vegan protein packed recipe.
VegetarianAmla raita.. having Indian gooseberries in abundance calls for new recipes. When they are healthy, that’s a bonus.Very simple gooseberries raita here and the ingredients are below. Just mix and serve. 1. Shallots or pearl onions – 6 or as needed, sliced2. Amla/Indian Gooseberries – …
Dairy FreeVegetarianMoong Dal Idli Sambar || Yellow Lentils Sambar – RECIPE POSTThis is an easier Sambar recipe, made with easily cooked moong dal or Yellow lentils and takes just 15 minutes to make. This Sambar is very mildly spiced, more like a soup and the …
VegetarianAval/rice flakes, coconut milk, sugar and grated coconut.Soak together the rice flakes in milk, add sugar and grated coconut. Relax until the breakfast makes itself.. perfect for a rainy Saturday morning. 1 cup of rice flakes 2 or 3 cups of coconut milk Sugar to …
Homemade Funnel Cakes.. also known as Fluffy doughnuts in our home. A perfect snack, if feeling fancy, a breakfast too since these are light enough with a cup of coffee or hot Chocolate!Making these instant Fluffy doughnuts is also therapeutic, pipe in the batter in …
Dairy FreeVegetarianGood morning and happy Thanksgiving giving day to all my friends & families who are celebrating the day. Hoping your holidays there will lighten the work load this week for us hereBreakfast scenes in the pic today.. Medhu Vadai – quick tips Medhu vadai …
Chunky Veggie Soup.. since it is easily made and has the consistency of a curry(bhaji), I call it the chunky Veggie Bhaji Soup.Usually done on days when I want to clear out the fridge’s vegetable box, this soup is easy to make, made in one …
Chickpeas Sprouts Idli | Healthy Idli recipe with sproutsYou know, adding healthier ingredients to your everyday diet is so very easy. Replace one or few ingredients, or just reduce quantity of one ingredient and insert the other healthier ingredient! Everything counts and is good for …
Slice and Bake Choco Chip Cookies…Aka easy to make choco Chip Cookies that you do not have to worry if they will bake well, spread properly if not Chilled Cookies! Too long to say, yes. But that’s so true if you don’t mix well or …
VegetarianBack to basics with Ghee Roti and Potato Capsicum curry. Simple, but perfect for Sunday breakfast after days of fever. The curry has crunchy Capsicum, soft cooked potatoes in spices. The aroma from minced garlic and green chillies is everything. Recipe for the curry below …
Dairy Free Rasam Rice.. the queen of comfort foods!3 days of being sick with high temperatures and body pain, 4th day waking up to Raahil being sick is too much for me! Food is always the comfort I seek and provide for my family too. …
Garlic Cheese Pizza Pav.. Pav is bread in Hindi. They are just like dinner rolls.. can be pulled apart, toasted or baked with filling sandwiched. Third of the above was what I did. 1. Roasted a whole bulb of Garlic with olive oil and salt, …
Just a glass of Hot chocolate.. but the colors!! Needed some colors to brighten the day.. Happy weekend.
Steamed Rice
Butter Beans Curry
Aviyal
Fish Fry
Red Rice Vathal
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Lunch Bowl of my dreams
Dairy FreeVegetarianPidi kozhukattai or sweet steamed dough made with jaggery and rice flour. Cebause.. I was hungry today after a long day of calls. Almost all day I’ve spent on calls and reviewing numbers today!! And wanted a substantial break and a delicious snack that …
VegetarianChar grilled Sweetcorn.. on stove top.Easy enough when you don’t want to pull out the grill and don’t worry about the cleanup.Wash and steam the corn. Grill on open stove top with tongs, carefully with oven mitt on to avoid hot hands.Served with garlic mayonnaise, …
Dairy FreeVegetarianCarrot poori from leftover carrot poriyal of yesterday.Don’t know after how many days/months I slept in and wokeup late on a Saturday morning. Felt really good. Wanted to make a good breakfast(brunch) and was peeking in the fridge for ingredients.Thought to use up the …
Fermented Sourdough Millet Ragi Dosa – Gut healthy fermented batter of wheat and ragi millet flour that is so easy to prepare.
Dairy FreeCucumber Carrot Juice brightened with some lemon juice. Easy delicious and perfect for a dose of morning green juice
Purple Cabbage & Apple Juice.Saturdays have always been a try something new to eat and drink day for me. Being a picky eater and a homebody loving homemade meals, made by me or my mom only using ingredients I love to cook and eat is …
Besan Dosa or Instant Gluten-free Chickpea flour Dosa.Instant Dosas for the win..always. what a way to breakfast for days you’re not well much, but still want to feed the family and feel good about it.Delicious Instant dosas for the aid!!One such dosa type is the …
One pot Egg Vermicelli ||Egg Semiya || Egg pasta.Only pasta I love and like to make. Not a fan of other pasta varieties. This Vermicelli pasta with eggs is very simple one pot recipe. You can make it all in one pot and serve it, …
Soup maker Harira || Hareera is an easy recipe made with nuts and milk made in the soup maker and is usually served as breakfast drink or during iftar of the ramadan month.
Avarakkai poriyal.. Broad Beans poriyal – Tamil style stir fry of broad beans loaded with simple but delicious flavors.
Nethili.. Anchovies in tamil.Like any other coastal city Chennai is also very famous for its sea food produce. Although I don’t cook fish mostly at home, I love fish. Mostly the smaller ones like silver fish, anchovies etc., And today’s lunch is thanks to my …
Strawberry Coconut Oatmeal Smoothie. Starting the week with a delicious smoothie that has two of my favorite ingredients – Strawberry and Coconut.Love them both and using them together in every chance I get. So this strawberry Coconut Oatmeal smoothie, as the name says has all …
Rice sevai with coconut milkAfter two days of weekend outings and running errands that needed done I’m tired. Both of the weekend and physically. Wanted to keep things slow and lazy for lunch and made this yummy bowl of rice sevai(unashamedly readmade) that I just …
Dairy FreeVegetarianA little bored or orange juice and wanted to make it a little different one day.. ended with this delicious, super fresh and nutrients packed tender coconut orange juice. Canned or from carton or fresh coconut water added to the juice from freshly squeezed …
VegetarianAlmond hot chocolate.. every few weeks I seem to Develop some kind of food obsession!! Yeah, true. Some weeks I’m all about berries, especially Strawberries. Some weeks it’s about making savory lunch bowls and sometimes it’s about frothing milk and seeing the latte art and …
Banana peanut butter bread…Another banana bread recipe, yes. But this is the best banana bread in my son’s opinion. He said “This is some bread” with all smiles and it made me so happy to hear him say that.It’s a very simple one bowl recipe …
Creamy Limeade.. a delicious cold drink recipe to use all those sad looking lime in your fridge.
Only 4 ingredients and a pitcher to mix the drink. Under 5 mins you have the cold perfect Limeade or if you have lemons, creamy lemonade.
Healthier Strawberry Mug Cake with good for you ingredients.. sometimes all I need is a quick dessert and most times I’m not worried about what goes in it. Yeah, Sweet tooth drives around my choice of desserts mostly. But sometimes I do pick up some …
VegetarianAvial.. a simple, fresh stew that is made with chunky vegetables, yogurt, coconut, cumin seeds and green chillies paste, finally tempered with coconut oil mustard seeds, cumin seeds and curry leaves. It is a very famous dish in South Indian Cuisine and particularly a favorite …
Gluten free Almond Brownies..I can’t believe I had stopped making Brownies in the last few months because I can’t stop eating at just one.I have several brownie recipes in my blog. But my son wanted to try his hands on baking today and picked up …
Dairy FreeVegetarianStrawberry Coconut Rice Smoothie.Rice in Smoothie may sound weird but trust me when I say this is one wonderfully delicious, thick, nutritious and perfect breakfast smoothie in your favorite flavors. This Smoothie is made with rice flakes(Called Aval in Tamil) that are easy to …
Dairy FreeVegetarianBreads from the leftover naan dough is the best. Because the size is small I baked this little loaf in the AIR FRYER and look at the crust. Like it is a milk bread, soft. But no, the dough is the regular olive oil …
Grilled Nutella Banana Sandwich… a simple, crowd pleasing dessert Sandwich that is perfect for any mealtime if you feel like it. So very zzeasy to make, slather two slices of bread with Nutella, top one slice with sliced banana. Close with other and fry them …
Dairy FreeVegetarianPav bhaji… the unbeatable street food favorite of mine. I cook most of the meals at home,. I mean 95% of it. In fact I’m very scared of trying food outside since childhood and mostly the reason I never visited with any relatives or …
Dairy FreeVegetarianDosai and coconut chutney..I may have mentioned this before, but would love to share in all my dosai stories. I never made idli and dosai at home until Raahil got old enough to ask for dosai or idli. And there have been so many …
Dairy FreeVegetarianSweet Lime mojito..Sweet Lime or Mosambi as they are called here are always synonymous to the “visiting someone with fever or some illness and brought along as a get well” fruits. To break this, me and my sister used to painstakingly remove the peel, …
Spicy Kanji and onion pakoda.. one of the favorite breakfast combination in our home. Made in @instantpot.in This Kanji or congee is all load the ingredients, wait for it cook itself and you serve type of food. Just the type I like, most of the times.
Add a cup of rice, 1/4 cup of Moong dal or masoor dal, 6 cups of water, sliced onion, tomato, green Chilli, chopped garlic, fenugreek seeds, 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder, chopped coriander and mint leaves, salt and tsp of ghee.
Set to rice mode.. and after it’s done and serve hot 🔥
Blueberry Buttermilk Scones… delicious and soft, no dry scones around here. Fruity in every bite these tangy scones are just perfect right out of the oven for breakfast.
Dairy FreeCaramel Apple Danish..drenched in homemade salted caramel sauce, crunch apple slices covered in puff pastry sheets, these danish Pastries are perfect for snacking.
A quick tip of repurposing leftover curries into pav bhaji masala. Warm the curry and with a potato masher or even a fork mash all the vegetables in the curry. Add a little water, salt, pav bhaji masala powder( store-bought spice mix), lemon juice and a little butter. Simmer for 5 minutes.. there you have it.. instant pav bhaji masala from left over curries
Mango Mojito.. the end of mango season and the availability of sour mango in the market calls for some nice fruity soda and here it is.
Simple curries like this Potato Capsicum Masala are life savers on a morning filled with work calls, but you still have to cook for the day.
If you are interested in making jam and have a batch of fresh plums, this homemade spiced plum jam is for you. It is delicious, simple to make and tastes the best always.
Sambar.. without which South India do not lunch! A mixture of lentils, packed with veggies, just the right amount of basic spices(salt,turmeric and Chilli powder), a dash of tamarind pulp and tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, hing and crushed garlic… this dish is perfect for rice, dosai or idli, Pongal and what not!!! Tastes amazing like a soup too..
Frozen pineapple, fresh edible rose petals, blackberries, yogurt, honey.. blended together for this delicious, bright, divine looking PINEAPPLE ROSE BLACKBERRY SMOOTHIE
Chilli Prawn Fry.. spicy, delicious and buttery these crispy prawns are delicious one pan recipe that will take less than 15 minutes and the best filling for tacos, sandwiches or side dish for rice and curry. 1. Peel, de-vein and wash the prawns2. Heat a …
Looking for a delicious breakfast option during summer and that doesn’t have to be green – this 4 ingredients mango chia smoothie is for you.
Dairy FreeVegetarianWhile the Avocado toasts are viral and all are the trying their hands at it, I thought I’ll post my version, simple Avocado spread I make for breakfasts.It is a simple mix of good ripe Avocado, extra Virginia olive oil, mixed garlic, salt, pepper, …
A refreshing summer that is sweet, sour, peppery thanks to the fresh basil leaves. Simple strawberry basil lemonade drink is the perfect mocktail for the summer weekends. Strawberry Basil lemonade – Parveenskitchen.com
Summer and brunches call for a stunning but an easier baking recipe – Strawberry Chocolate Marble bread with pink frosting fits all the boxes and is a delicious way to use the all the strawberries you have.
Kanji with onion pakoda.. Also known as congee in South Asian cuisine Kanji is the highest form of simplicity.
I started mine with leftover cooked rice that I fermented overnight with plain water. Then in the morning added fenugreek seeds, more water and few sliced garlic cloves and pressure cooked in the instant pot. With some fried onions it is the best breakfast one could ask for.
Love cobblers? Then you’ll definitely love this Vegan Chocolate Strawberry Cobbler a lot. The benefits of making them in smaller dishes is that you will have your dessert for breakfast, lunch and snack sorted out!
Cheese and chocolate is such a yummy combination when made in cake form. Cream cheeses like quark, ricotta or cream cheeses are generally added in cheesecakes. This recipe for my chocolate ricotta cake is not exactly cheesecake type, it is more of a cakey cake, if it makes sense to you. It is like a dense, chocolate-y, still cheesy moist pound cake that is just perfect for any time and also made in a single layer, so it takes hardly anytime at all to put it together.
Easy Spinach Lentils Soup for a busy workday’s lunch or for a lazy day. It is healthy, wholesome with a good quantity of greens and lentils, which you can adjust as you need. The ingredients list has turmeric powder too, which is good for health.
Instant Wheat – Ragi Dosa. So, my parents call me twice everyday morning and evening to see what I cooked, what I did through the day and so on. Most of the talks are centered on my son, what is he doing, did I spend …
Nutella hot chocolate.. not always fond of hot drinks in the mornings, but today is different. Monday, cold and raining. And comfort is always welcome in any form. This recipe of Easy Comforting Nutella Hot Chocolate is simple, intensely chocolate, but sweet and just perfect with some whipped cream in top and a little dusting of cocoa powder.
Easy one bowl recipe that has both the base and crumble covered with 1 recipe, all easily available pantry ingredients. This mango crumble bar recipe has 6 ingredients of which two are fruit components.
Details on Homemade soap bars – Melt and Pour soaps from an amateur soap making hobbyist and my experience on the making the soaps.
Strawberry season is not over until you make this delicious Classic Strawberry Crostata AKA Easy Strawberry Galette that is perfect for your brunch parties as the low sweet dessert.
Delicious sweet mango and juicy blueberries combined with cardamom in this feel good breakfast fruit crisp – Vegan Mango Blueberry Crisp with Cardamom
4 Ingredients Toffee Banana Tart with Dulce De Leche
The recipe of the simplest homemade maple dates granola is here and this is a perfect weekend project for you to make breakfast prep for the entire week.
Mini Lemon Curd Tarts… kind of canapes that you can pop in for a simple dessert or for breakfast, or just as a snack anytime you walk into the kitchen!!The meme on the fridge saying – “You’re not hungry, but bored and closed the damn …
Simple Air fried chips – Banana Chips in Air fryer – Crispy, delicious banana chips made in air fryer – Green Plantain or raw banana chips
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Gluten-Free Rice Flatbreads [Rotis] – Simple Akki Roti – Delicious, simple and comforting easy rice flatbreads that are done within 15 minutes. Perfect for gluten free and vegan diets.
Simple, creamy and super healthy with no refined sugar this Dates Almond Breakfast Smoothie is fit for a simple breakfast or snack everyday
Lemonade with Almond Gum.. Almond Gum aka Badam Pisin in Tamil is a natural coolant that on soaking in water will absorb it, quadruple in size and soften. This then can be used in making milkshakes or lemonades.
Since it is a coolant, it is perfect for as a summer drink or as a iftar drink.
Intensely flavored, dark and luscious and kind of decadent but all with good healthy ingredients. This banana bread is different but good. And it can be made in one bowl.. so simple and just so good. Easy one bowl banana dates bread.
For someone who likes to keep iftar simple and delicious fruit and yogurt are the best gifts!
Here I have thick yogurt whipped with maple syrup, sliced mango, chia seeds and walnuts
A super simple bright and vibrant Mango chilli Lime Soda that is healthy, tasty and very easy to make and is all natural with no artificial colors.
Spring is here and so are the bright colorful recipes. Today I’m sharing my recipe of the strawberry crumble with a twist. A secret ingredient, which gives crunch and elevates the taste too. To keep the recipe with a classic combination , I have cut down the butter and added heavy cream instead with coconut oil. Simply perfect and super delicious Strawberries and cream crumble
Absolutely beautiful looking and super delicious Mango Rose Lassi, which is cold, yummy, bright looking and subtly flavored with some rose water & mango puree. There is just no equivalent summer drinks anywhere.
A perfect summer recipe that is super delicious, bright and gluten-free with good for you ingredients – Gluten free Blueberry Almond Crisp
Classic banana bread with no added flavors, just intense banana flavor bursting in your mouth in every bite. Check out my best banana bread recipe..
Fancy some cake like pancakes for breakfast? Try this Upside Down Caramelized Pineapple Pancakes that are super fluffy, delicious and so very easy to make. Serve them with maple syrup and whipped cream.
Dairy FreeVegetarianBanana Coconut Self-Saucing pudding cake.So simple and very very delicious, a big change from the regular banana bread with its own coconut caramel like sauce :)just lovely..
Orange & Dark Chocolate Whole Grain Flour Air fryer Scones – Parveenskitchen.com
A super simple perfect breakfast recipe fit for February that is loaded with Strawberries, Jam and Cream cheese that can be prepared ahead and baked fresh & warm before serving – Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast Bake
Simple and super delicious muffins that are moist, bursting with blueberries, has a buttery crumb topping and simply perfect – Blueberry Muffins with Brown Sugar Crum Topping – Parveen’s Kitchen
Dairy free, gluten free, refined sugar free and Healthy Cashew Butter Coconut Cookies that are just perfect to indulge in even if you are following any diet or challenges for the January resolution.
Banana Nutella Galette – Three ingredients if you have the pie dough ready. I used my cheddar cheese crust, rolled it, spread nutella, banana slices and baked it.
Once out of oven, drizzle some honey. Eat. As simple as that..
Healthy Almond Apple Snack Cake- A soft and delicious Almond apple snack cake that is healthy enough that is perfect for breakfast or just snacking.
4 Ingredients Peanut Butter Jelly Cookies that are classy, gluten free, easy, delicious, dairy free and perfect companion for your tea times.
A free form tart, this Strawberry Ginger Galette with Cheddar Cheese Crust is very easy, delicious with a little savory note thanks to the cheese and the ginger. This galette is refined sugar free.
A very simple yet super delicious prawn brinjal curry that is mildly spiced, creamy with coconut milk is just the perfect lunch to serve on weekends.
A very simple small batch homemade tomato jam with 3 ingredients where you can make this whenever you need some tomato goodness and do not worry about season or canning the tomato jam.
A breakfast recipe made with pantry staples, seasonal berries perfect for festive holiday breakfast or brunches – White Chocolate Berry French Toast Bake
A very easy and simple recipe Healthy Fresh Apple Beet Spinach Juice to brighten up your mornings. Include your greens without showing the color and still get the goodness.
Easy Chocolate Caramel Slice || Millionaire Shortbread – Simple and Easy Chocolate Caramel Slice aka Millionaire Shortbread recipe with leftover sugar cookie dough, 2 ingredients caramel and super smooth chocolate layers.
Whole Wheat Flour Breakfast Crepes filled with nutella and fruits, good for weight watchers and simple for even for a weekday breakfast.
Recipe of the simple classic linzer cookies made with real almonds and sandwiched with jam of your choice – strawberry jam in my photos.
A simple, fluffy and crispy baked flavorful brown butter dutch baby pancake which is a treat for breakfast or brunch made with basic pantry ingredients.
Air Fryer Blueberry Breakfast Crisp. As simple as that it is quick to be made on a weekday morning in your air fryer or in oven also, if you have time. It helps that it is single serve, gluten free, vegan and packed with good nutrients.
A quick and easy twist in making the pori urundai by making them as simple pori urundai bars without compromising the taste and the texture. No more heat burns while making hot urundai and save time too.
Download -Pale Red Meal Planner Menu – Download meal plan from Parveenskitchen.com
Download -Pale Red Meal Planner Menu – Download meal plan from Parveenskitchen.com
A simple and healthy snack for the slow paced days, these chai spice maple cashew energy bites are perfect for midday breaks and is spiced, sweet and delicious enough to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Banana cream cheese bread with banana cream frosting is another best way to use all your ripe old bananas and also make it more indulgent with cream cheese in three ways. Just perfect for breakfast or brunch or for a snack to sneak in during your work break.
Blueberry Bread and Butter Pudding – So warm, spiced, fruity, buttery with light as air bread chunks soaked in creamy custard, this pudding is perfect for a make ahead brunch dish or a comfortable breakfast on a cold rainy morning.
Nothing screams of holiday like cookies.. These Raspberry Gingerbread linzer cookies not only look good, but so loaded with warm spices and molasses, perfect for cold winter evenings.
A very simple 5 minutes delicious blackberry jam smoothie made from blackberry jam, fresh or frozen blackberries and plant based milk. Perfect for a weekend treat.
Fancy some cheesecake for breakfast? Try this Orange Ricotta pancakes that are super fluffy, delicious and so very easy to make. Serve them with more oranges, caramelized with Vanilla sugar and cream -Orange Ricotta Pancakes with caramelized Oranges
A very simple and easy homemade pizza dough recipe that is perfect for any topping you have, dessert or savory.
Absolutely delicious Rasamalai like tasting semolina kheer made easily in instant pot in 15 minutes with basics of the ingredients – Instant Pot Semolina Kheer/Samba Ravai kheer
Adhirasam is a traditional Deepavali snack made in Tamil Nadu. They are so delicious and so easy to make as long as you get the jaggery syrup right. Soft ball consistency… the key word!!
Recipe of the delicious and super healthy super food loaded with lentils and spinach – Keerai Vadai |spinach lentils fritters. These are healthy, crunchy, super tasty and perfect for breakfast.
Recipe of a delicious, simple and very easy caramel cake with whipped caramel frosting. This cake is perfect for small family celebrations and is a crowd pleaser.
Pizza with an Indian Twist – Chilli Paneer Pizza made with pizza base loaded with pizza sauce, Indian spiced paneer cubes and vegetables.
A very delicious copy cat recipe of regular Thirunelveli Halwa that tastes exactly like the original but gluten free, healthy with oat milk – Healthy Thirunelveli Halwa with Oatmilk.
A very apt breakfast muffins recipe for those who are looking for a mildly sweet crunchy almonds loaded, using up leftover banana recipe of the healthy maple sweetened banana almond muffins.
Easy Crispy Mushroom Bites – Crispy simple and slightly spicy mushroom bites that are so perfect for snacking, or as a dish to be served in your lunch or brunch.
Recipe of a super simple, delicious Halloween Special Espresso Brownies that is so easy to make and is so chocolate-y you will love them and make on repeat.
A super simple delicious chicken fry recipe that is tasty, tangy, just so perfect if you are looking to get some chicken fry done quick and easy all within 15 minutes.
A simple, fluffy and crispy baked banana nutella dutch baby pancake which is a treat for breakfast or brunch made with basic pantry ingredients.
A delicious, warming and super comforting breakfast recipe of homemade Pumpkin Chai Spice French Toast with maple syrup and fresh fruits.
Not your average banana bread but healthy chocolate chunk oatmeal banana bread. This bread is healthier, gluten-free, dairy free, refined sugar free and just so perfect with loads of dark chocolate chunks to brighten your breakfast spread.
A very quick and delicious recipe of simple pan sauteed apples for those who do not have oven or do not have time to roast apples in the oven. Best serves as toppings for pancakes, waffles or with ice cream.
A spicy tangy and delicious spicy chilli garlic pickle specially for those who love garlic and wants to try the garlic with a twist in your dishes with loads of sesame oil, fried spice and red chilli powder.
A delicious simple recipe of fluffy moist Pumpkin Pistachios Scones with Cinnamon Glaze that are perfect for celebrating brunch parties specially in the season of fall.
Delicious vegan coconut cherry almond muffins which are so simple, packed with juicy cherries and crunch almonds and a subtle coconut flavor thanks to the coconut oil and coconut milk.
Grape Pomegranate Juice – A super simple bright and vibrant Grape Pomegranate juice that is healthy, tasty and very easy to make and is all natural with no added sweeteners or colors.
A wonderfully warm and spiced almond cream slathered on a butter-y crumbly tart base, fresh sliced apples and the crunch from the almonds – Spiced Frangipane Apple Galette.
A perfectly balanced flavorful and quick cooking instant pot apple cranberry oatmeal recipe with a secret ingredient to tie it all together.
Pomegranate Beet Juice – A super simple bright and vibrant pomegranate beet juice that is healthy, tasty and very easy to make and is all natural with no added sweeteners or colors.
A super simple vibrant watermelon juice with lemon that really enhances the watermelon’s natural sweetness and removes the bland taste sometimes the plain watermelon juice is.
A perfect frozen treat for your summer parties and brunch or just a treat that is made with no fuss – No Bake Banana Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache
A simple warm chocolate-y banana muffins recipe to make use of your old bananas in the pantry or just a quick dessert if you are looking for one – One bowl Banana Nutella Muffins
A healthy alternate to the potato french fries made from carrots that are crunchy, sweet, salty and just so perfect to satisfy your fries cravings.
The recipe of the simplest peanut butter jelly granola is here and this is a perfect weekend project for you to make breakfast prep for the entire week.
Recipe of a super simple, delicious 3 ingredients pineapple galette that is so perfect for a dessert in a hurry or as a quick fix on your busy day sweet tooth fix.
Whole Wheatmeal Brownies with Cookies n Cream Chocolate – Very fudgy chocolate-y and slightly healthy-ish Whole Wheatmeal Brownies with Cookies n Cream Chocolate chunks for all your brownie cravings.
Simple Spinach and Cheese Omelette || Breakfast Recipe. Simple, nutritious, healthy and filling omelette dish that is delicious and perfect for a quick breakfast.
Blueberry Banana Smoothie – Simple and delicious naturally sweetened cold drink that is healthy, yummy and perfect for a quick breakfast or for a post workout session snack
A healthy delicious sugar free, dairy free Chocolate Nice Cream Bars recipe made with only 4 healthy ingredients that are perfect to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Delicious Apple Buckle – Simple and delicious Apple Buckle… With the amount of apples and a buttery crumbly top, the normally spongy cake BUCKLED and became like this!! Perfect for a coffee break or as a breakfast.
A simple grape almond pie bars recipe with the homemade grape jelly with balsamic vinegar. Almond slices for the added texture and crunch.
Simple homemade grape jelly with balsamic vinegar recipe that is just enough to make a jar full of jelly with no canning processes.
A perfectly balanced flavorful and quick cooking instant pot cinnamon apple oatmeal recipe with a secret ingredient to tie it all together.
A very simple and delicious easy creamy orange posset tart made with just 4 ingredients is the best dessert for people who cannot bake and need a cool dessert.
Make the simplest of sandwiches with these notes on 3C :Cheddar Cheese Corn Cucumber Grilled Sandwiches – Parveenskitchen.com
Almond Butter Banana Bread – A gluten free healthy Banana bread naturally sweetened with almond butter. This recipe is perfect for all types of diets.
A wholesome Homemade whole wheat flour burger buns recipe that yields perfect burger buns every time.
A super delicious, tangy lemon bars recipe with shortbread crust, tangy zesty lemon filling and a generous dusting of icing sugar
A perfect recipe that will make only three muffins just enough for you to eat for breakfast or to carry as snacks. These are healthy and fiber rich with all the oats and rye in it and is another perfect way to use your leftover ripe banana.
A super delicious mouth watering traditional homemade lemon pickle that is so easy to make and is free from added preservatives. Perfect side dish for all our variety rice recipes or parathas.
Easy Crispy Cauliflower Bites – Crispy simple and slightly spicy cauliflower bites that are so perfect for snacking, or as a dish to be served in your lunch or brunch.
Easy mini peach pies recipe made in a jiffy if you have a roll of puff pastry sheet sitting in your freezer – sweet, fresh and delicious and so very simple to make.
A super simple Soup maker paneer tikka masala recipe made in soup maker is so perfect if you the appliance and you want to try out this famous Indian Curry without breaking a sweat, mostly hands-free. Very delicious and slightly healthy-ish with all the lesser butter and cream ingredients.
Simple, easy healthy 3 ingredients peanut butter cups with dark chocolate and coconut oil that are so perfect to snack for your sweet cravings but healthily.
Simple Spinach Fried Rice || Keerai Sadham – A simple delicious healthy comforting fried rice made with simplest ingredients, this simple spinach fried rice is perfect for cozy lunch.
No more store bought pop tarts when you can easily make perfect homemade glazed strawberry jam pop tarts at home with 6 staple ingredients and the best part is the jam glaze & that they are so simple to make.
Uppu Urundai – A South Indian breakfast dish, sometimes snack made with wet rice flour and a simple tempering of Indian pantry and then steamed, these dumplings are healthy and gluten-free.
A perfect, delicious and simple crepes recipe – Thin french pancakes made with batter made from pantry ingredients like flour, milk, butter and eggs that will come together in a blender.
A super delicious simple masala egg roast recipe made with simple pantry ingredients and is the best of the side dishes for all your Indian lunch parties.
Puttu without puttu maker || Steamed Rice Cakes – A steaming hot recipe of Puttu without Puttu maker. Hot steamed rice cakes made with rice flour, coconut and water, steamed in cooker or idli pot in stainless steel tumblers. Perfect breakfast.
A chocolate studded chocolate cookie bars that are so like brownies but are really cookies. These are so perfect to serve for a bigger crowd or simple bake some and stash for a quick cookie fix.
A very simple, tangy, fresh and flavorful recipe of the delicious easy homemade pizza sauce. Perfect for your homemade pizza and even pasta.
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Ice Popsicles made with traditional yogurt based sweet drink made of thick yogurt, almonds and saffron – perfect for summer snacking.
Jam Stuffed Pancakes – Jammy and fruity twist on the pancakes – Pancakes stuffed with Jam and a stack of these pancakes are perfect for a fun filled brunch.
A super simple recipe of two ingredients chocolate lava cake aka chocolate fondant that is perfect for a quick dessert fix and is ready in 10 minutes
A super simple honey orange popsicles recipe that is refined sugar free, fully natural and is so flavorful. These are perfect summer treats. Stash them in your freezer for daily fix.
Dairy FreeVegetarianA super simple recipe of baked coconut chips that you can use as a snack. A healthy option and these chips can be added to your granola or any recipes that call for coconut. These coconut chips are crispy, no added sweeteners and spiced …
Stuck at home and routines spoiled, there are a few things I thought and decided why not post my favorite things of the week, every week. Here we are..
This cinnamon apple cobbler is warm, salty, buttery soft, sweet and cinnamon-y and so very fragrant, thanks to cinnamon in the dish, this is an absolute comfort food. Perfect for breakfast too.
A super simple breakfast Bread Omelette Recipe which is a sandwich of bread slices with cooked eggs in between and is a famous street food India.
A cool summer treat made with Mango and coconut milk, these homemade Easy Creamy Mango Coconut Ice Popsicles are sweet, cold and creamy & perfectly healthy.
A mildly sweet and warm milky pasta dish, made with Vermicelli easily made in 10 minutes and in just a handful of steps – Easy Coconut Vermicelli Kheer / Cheat’s thengai pal payasam
A delicious, fragrant and yummy and super simple Black Chickpeas Pulao recipe. This recipe is a very good option to make for weekday dinners as it has minimum preparation time
Super Simple Air fryer S’mores – All done without burning your fingers, no burning your skewers and all from the comfort of your home.
A Simple vegan dish loaded with healthy lentils, cabbage and mildly spiced and tempered. This Vegan cabbage Lentils stew is perfect with hot steamed rice.
A traditional yogurt based sweet drink made of thick yogurt, Mango pieces and cashew- perfect for chilling in the summer.
A Simple vegan dish loaded with healthy lentils, spinach and mildly spiced and tempered. This Vegan Spinach Lentils stew is perfect with hot steamed rice.
Super Simple Air fryer S’mores – All done without burning your fingers, no burning your skewers and all from the comfort of your home.
Recipe of a simple, healthy, Easy Homemade Coconut Crackers made with coconut flour, coconut milk and sweetened with coconut sugar that can be used as snack, in cheese boards, to make tart crusts or to make cheesecakes. Perfect for S’mores.
A cool summer treat made with Mango and coconut yogurt that will make you feel like you are on tropical holidays but we are all still stuck at home. Check the Recipe of homemade double toned Mango Coconut yogurt Popsicles.
While I mostly focus on sweets and desserts, I do have few superb foolproof savory tart recipes. This Whipped ricotta tomato tart is one super simple dish that is apt for packing lunch, brunches or a quiet dinner at home.
Recipe of a tangy, spicy eggplant curry which is an intergral part of Tamil cuisine made with brinjal/eggplant. This is perfect with hot steamed rice.
A simple Indian style crispy potato roast that is so delicious and is a best side dish. This dish is spiced with bisi bele bath masala.
A buttery, coconut-y breakfast biscuits made with three forms of coconut these Triple coconut scones are perfect for warm, summer mornings.
A simple, fudgy, gooey, chewy and the best gluten free, dairy free flourless chocolate olive oil torte recipe that is so easy and perfect to impress your family/friends.
This recipe is warm, salty, buttery soft, sweet and fruity – everything you would want in comfort food. The triple coconut pineapple cobbler is the perfect dessert you have to try to feel the tropical vacation but from your home. As the name suggests the dish has coconut in three forms.
A super simple delicious fudgy chocolate marbled banana bread made with left over ripe banana that is moist,sweet and tasty. Add nutella to serve.
A simple and healthy delicious jaggery pancakes recipe that made is from rice and whole wheat flour, crisped with ghee and has coconut for texture and taste.
A simple deep fried puffy bread made with just flour and water, whole wheat poori is a very famous breakfast dish in India and is perfect main dish for all your curries and gravies.
Recipe of a super simple, delicious Easy Crinkle Top Brownies that is so easy to make and is so chocolate-y you will love them and make on repeat.
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Recipe of a tangy, spicy eggplant curry which is an intergral part of Tamil cuisine made with brinjal/eggplant. This is perfect with hot steamed rice.
A traditional sweet recipe made with rice flour, jaggery and coconut these sweet rice dumplings are gluten-free, healthy and vegan. These are perfect as evening snacks and a delicacy made in festivals.
Recipe of simple, delicious chocolate chip Banana muffins loaded with gooey chocolate chips; Made in one bowl that makes exactly six normal sized muffins.
A delicious warm olive oil buns recipe for which the dough is made from the yeast naan with out tandoor recipe. Serve with Jam or as dinner rolls with salad
A very simple chocolate-y, creamy and delicious cheesecake ice cream which is no churn meaning you do not need an ice cream machine to make this Easy No Churn Nutella Cheesecake Ice Cream.
Channa(chickpeas) masala..
Deliciously hot and tangy,, lightly spiced with chilly powder, turmeric, coriander powder with sliced onions, tomatoes, green chillies and coriander
Recipe of a simple, very delicious, creamy and oh so tasty strawberry cheesecake ice cream; For making this easy ice cream you DO NOT NEED ICE CREAM MACHINE.
An easy, simple and delicious Chicken Biryani recipe made in instant pot that is so tasty, made in half the time you need to make a regular biryani.
Blueberry Crumble bars – Parveenskitchen.com :A healthy simple blueberry jam crumble bars – Three layers of buttery goodness.
A super simple and delicious eggs and bread scramble with vegetables, spices and optionally cheese that is totally filling and perfect for breakfast.
A Naan recipe made with yeast and olive oil, brushed with delicious garlic coriander butter. Perfect for wraps, naan pizza or to serve with any curry.
A refreshing, simple and filling quick fix of a breakfast bowl loaded with yogurt, fruits, honey and nuts & seeds.
A simply and delicious dish of prawns in a chunky tomato and onion spicy sauce. Every bite of this dish is divine and this dish is a perfect side dish for Sambar rice or rasam rice.
A three ingredients gluten-free, dairy free, vegan healthy snack made from milled roasted rice, jaggery and coconut.
A delicious simple variation of regular rice, that is slightly flavored with coconut milk and pantry staples – Also called as White Biryani or coconut milk rice. Goes really well with fish curry and fish fry, chicken.
Recipe of simple, delicious Banana muffins loaded with raspberries and made in one bowl that makes exactly six normal sized muffins.
Salted Honey Fruit Crisp with Mango – Recipe of a vegan, plant-based, refined sugar free, gluten-free delicious fruit crisp made with Oats, almonds and Honey and a generous sprinkle of sea salt.
A ramadan special porridge made with rice, lentils and other vegetables that is simple to prepare, very delicious and healthy. Make this not only during Ramadan month, but include in your usual menu of breakfast.
Recipe of a 30 minute Pepper chicken Curry – A delicious spicy chicken gravy made in instant pot/pressure cooker
Easy Air Fried cheesy Potato Wedges that are garlic -y, cheese-y and just so tasty. Takes about 20 minutes to make, from start to end. This surely will become a favorite dish in your brunches or snack time,
Recipe of a vegan, gluten free Rolled Oats and almonds Jam bar that is so perfect for healthy snacking, breakfasts and for your late night sweet tooth cravings.
Recipe of a simple, healthy, sugar-free cracker cookies made with honey and flavored with cinnamon that can be used as snack, in cheese boards, to make tart crusts or to make cheesecakes.
Whenever I have some extra bananas, I usually will be making banana bread or banana pancakes. But these get old..[Never say no when you get a slice of banana bread anywhere 🤗🤗] What’s new that you can do with them? All of us like the …
Recipe of a super easy, simple and delicious peanut butter souffle that is made with 3 major pantry staples that is gluten-free and dairy free.
Few things about a gooey, delicious and perfect caramel – Tips and basics from my kitchen and lessons learned.
Easy Lentil Fritters – Paruppu Vadai or Masal Vadai is a favorite snack and a major part of the breakfast in Indian Cuisine. They are crispy, delicious and wholesome as a snack or as a side dish with Pongal or Idli. This recipe is easy to make – Grind, mix and fry.
Easiest Fudge Brownies -This is the only brownie recipe you will ever need, if you’re anything like me – One that loves brownies very much, I make some at home every week but go out and see them somewhere, eat there also!!
These brownies are so chocolate-y, buttery, thick, chewy and ultimately Fudge-y.
This is an easy, simple and quick sweet made with Semolina, ghee and sugar. Add any nuts like cashew, almonds or pistachios to top the sweet goodness and flavor this dish with Cardamom pods or Rose or Orange water. Delish..
This recipe shows you the ingredients and the steps of the best ever chocolate chip cookies that are soft, crispy at the edges and chewy with puddles of melted chocolate and a sprinkle of seal salt to elevate the taste.
A spicy, flavorful mashed potato with no cream, milk or butter but just spice and taste. This potato dish is not a smooth mashed potato, but has a flavorful texture that is suitable as a side dish for so many dishes like Poori, Chapati, filling for Samosa or Puff pastries.
Gluten free, Lemony, loaded with fresh blueberries and some blueberry jam, My MILLETS ALMOND BLUEBERRY GALETTE is delicious in every bite and so flaky and buttery it will melt in your mouth.
A mildly sweet and warm milky pasta dish, made generally with Vermicelli easily made in 10 minutes and in just a handful of steps – Easy Vermicelli Kheer / Cheat’s Payasam
A fresh, tangy and sweet Orange & Olive Oil Cake made with fresh Mandarin Oranges and soaked in juicy Mandarin Syrup.
A very delicious combination of Mango and Blackberries easily assembled and baked into a imperfectly perfect GALETTE.
Eggplant/Brinjal Drumstick Stir Fry/Kathirikai Thokku
A traditional south Indian dish made with eggplant or Brinjal and Drumstick. This thokku is a great side dish for Rasam or Curd rice or with Congee.
Eating from a bowl is always my favorite way of consuming food… strange, but it’s nice. Looking around now, there are a variety of bowl recipes present like cereal bowl, smoothie bowl,Buddha bowl etc., So here have a similar one, PANCAKE CEREAL BOWL. Loaded with …
An easy homemade non-dairy milk with Rolled Oats and Almonds with natural sweetener Dates that is so simple to make and gives you 1000 ml of good quality no preservatives added milk to use in smoothies, baking or cooking.
An easy three step – Knead, roll & fry naan bread , made with Whole wheatmeal, butter and herbs and has no yeast. A perfect dipper for your delicious homemade dips and stews or curries.
A traditional sweet, creamy and delicious rice pudding made super easy and simple with instant pot.
Recipe of the best ever chewy, fudge-y brownies made with the nutty, flavorful brown butter.
Brownies are easy to make, needs only a handful of major ingredients, looks nice, tastes delicious and when the results are good – It will feel like you have won the lottery of the baking contests.
When I started cooking, it was easier to buy the instant readymade masala packs or bottles and cook with them.
You know, the spice mix for Rasam, Sambar, the Idli Podi[The chutney powder] etc., But as time passed on, I have started making my own spice and lentils blend for all the traditional daily cooking with freshly sourced lentils, Whole red chillies, Curry Leaves, a hint of hing, Coriander seeds, peppercorn, cumin,cloves etc., Sometimes, I do add grated coconut added in the mix – Gives a very nice flavor.
All these ingredients are roasted with a little oil until golden brown in color. The smell that will permeate your home is indescribable. Let the roasted mix cool and then grind them using a spice blender.
This powder can be used in almost all the savory dishes you cook and will beautifully elevate the taste of the dishes with no great effort. The spice mix will last for more than 2 months if stored properly in an air tight box in the refrigerator.
A vegan dish with leftover chapati and loads of vegetable goodness to make cooking interesting as well as reduce leftover because following this recipe, you get a super delicious warm bowl noodles made of chapati.
If there is one Indian Curry recipe that is world famous, that is the Paneer Tikka Masala. Very similar to the Paneer Butter masala. But the tikka masala has smoky flavor thanks to the grilling of the marinated Paneer with spices and yogurt. It has a whole of grilled vegetables like onion and peppers to elevate the taste and the crunch of the curry.
Easiest homemade Dulce De Leche with Cayenne to spice things up made in less than 20 minutes in the microwave.
French toast is one of the most common breakfasts available across the world. They are as simple as delicious and with the toppings they can be made luxurious as well. Perfect for holiday breakfasts or brunches, or just breakfast in bed.
This is the easiest Halwa Recipe, you will ever need to make in a pinch with less preparatory steps and less labor. Totally no stirring job involved in preparing this recipe – And you will need only 4 ingredients to make and let time do its job and get you the best halwa you ever made.
An easy spicy and delicious Indian Pepper Egg Curry with coconut
Making bread is a dream for most of us – And fearing failure all of us do not attempt making bread. But making bread that is really easy, you don’t have to wait longer except for the baking time is a boon we must all …
Banana is the most common and easy available fruit in the entire world!! Yes, which is why most of us consume them – And also bananas are a healthy source of fiber, potassium and other anti-oxidants. Unfortunately, bananas are easily perishable. The shelf life is …
Leftovers are so very minimum in our home – we cook only what we can consume everyday and I meticulously reheat, reuse dishes and produce and anything that cannot be consumed goes straight into freezer, or we give out to someone who needs them. If …
This is one recipe that has been coming into the blog for ages but somehow didn’t make it so far.. BUT guys, this is a MUST TRY!! So easy to make, not much fuss if you don’t think whisking eggs whites and Sugar as a …
Hey all … how are you doing? Current time is bad, yes?I am having difficult time with lock down and honestly it is very very crazy that I have decided give out my summer comfort recipe. This is one recipe I have been following for …
Homemade Raspberry Jam – Made this amazing, delicious, just so perfect Jam to fill some linzer cookies. And made it so EASILY. Wanna know how??? I used my electric Rice cooker!!!Yes, nowadays I have been making all my jams in the rice cooker and the …
A traditional yogurt based sweet drink made of thick yogurt, almonds and saffron – perfect for
Making brownies way healthier than they are supposed to be – Presenting the Avocado Walnut Brownies that are gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free. Recipe Below –Makes 12 Fudgy Squares when baked in an 8 inch square tin –
Pretty in pink here are the ALMOND DATES MUFFINS WITH POMEGRANATE GLAZE..Made these pretty little ones in the morning, and would you believe these are gluten free and naturally sweetened with Dates. Forgive the sugar glaze though, couldn’t help myself and made the fresh, bright …
“Mostly” Gluten-Free & Vegan Chocolate Banana Breakfast Galette.
Have old, ripe bananas lying on your fruit basket and do not know what to do with them??
No worries, use them deliciously by making this easy halwa.
Finally found a healthy cold snack, all in time to suit the Christmas themed cooking. Couldn’t stop myself from opening the freezer to pop in a piece every ten mins. Yogurt Bark with Strawberries and sliced pistachios,Sweetened with honey.Guess I have mentioned all the ingredients …
I don’t always write about weight loss. This I guess will be an exception. This recipe is a super food, that is so healthy, so delicious one must try to realize the benefits.
Lots of variations are possible, sweeten it, add more spice.. All will be good.
Easiest snack, breakfast or dessert if you want to take it to next level and add your own toppings. Biscuits or shortcakes take just about 30 minutes to prepare and the result will be so satisfying, you will feel so good about yourself of the …
Banana choco PB baked doughnuts with a choco chunky PB ganache topping… Saying the name itself is so cool, right? Has all my favourite ingredients – Chocolate, peanut butter and banana in doughnut form. Made in a simple blender, this doughnut batter has a ripe …
Banana blueberries smoothie.. No late morning today for me.. had to leave home early for a running turnament for my son. Just came back and made myself this energy booster. Totally needed this after chasing around the little runner all around the ground. This delicious …
Sweet potato coconut balls.. Three ingredients, 15mins. A healthy, delicious breakfast or snack. Start with the sweet potatoes, microwave the steam potatoes with some water in a closed microwave safe steamer for 12 mins. You can also pressure cook in the cooker or use the …
Diwali wishes for all.. this super simple must sweet recipe is here after a lot of trial and errors. This dish is gluten free, using chickpea flour and all. But not refined sugar free and has the desi ghee in it. It’s alright though. I …
Ready for a simple, Gluten free, healthy and easy, ready in 10 minutes crumble – yes, CRUMBLE!!!! The only recipe you need to try to make for a healthy breakfast or for whatever meal you want. I generally eat small meals throughout the day – …
The fall is here and everywhere the bakers are going crazy with their fall recipes. Although in India, we do not specifically celebrate fall season, we do celebrate and appreciate the fall produces and make spicy, warm food. Today’s recipe is a spicy ginger cookie …
Hi, Long time no see – Fully caught up with work and family, I nowadays seldom think about my blog. But this is one recipe I just couldn’t stop myself from posting because it is THAT AWESOME!! And one bowl, no mixer required. A hand …
In a world of breakfast muffins, one can find a lot of flavors, different flavor combinations, frosted muffins, cupcakes etc., Today’s recipe is one unique and utterly delicious flavor combination that will leave you mesmerized. I have called it as muffins, although I’ve used butter …
Ever walked down the grocery stores aisle and finding rare ingredients that later leave you obsessed with them? And the obsession won’t go away until you bake them into perfection? This recipe is one such find. When I was shopping[Read grocery shopping] one day, came …
Hi all.. today’s recipe is dead easy, all you need is to get the three ingredients in the list below and mix and bake. Sound easy??!! No back stories, just like how this recipe came about. But I have made this divine tasting cookies many …
This is an all-rounder healthy and gluten free recipe. Grab it for a healthy snack option or wrap and pack it for a guilt free dessert for your lunch or just plain have for breakfast. It will fit all the meals of the day, and …
When you do not want to put in hard work beating the butter with sugar for your cupcakes, just use this recipe for the canola oil cucpakes. Very easy, made in a single bowl the recipe below for the cupcakes makes 6 normal sized cupcakes. …
How many of you like bagels? Very easy to buy from store, slice, toast and spread your favorite cream cheese or any nut butters with a lot more of your favorite stuffing. What could be more easy without having to suffer through the long process …
Not the first time I say I don’t have time to write. I always look for apps where I can write and my handwriting gets converted into text. Sometimes I am super lazy where all I want to see is result. For the next time …
While chocolates by themselves made into dessert, they are delicious and fudgy. But a flavour combination is what makes the dish successful. There are many successful flavour combinations available and chocolate orange is one amazing combination. Both have got it’s own awesome flavour, depth and …
Ever since I have eaten oatmeal raisin cookies, in an airport pastry shop, mind you :P, I have always wanted to recreate it and have done successfully several times. Takes time though, you know, to get the perfect consistency and taste and the challenge is …
An absolutely moist and delicious apricot and cranberry cake loaf.. Click here to read more..
Sakkarai Pongal –
A gluten-free, sweet and rice lentil jaggery sweet traditionally made in Tamil nadu to celebrate the
Long melon or bottle gourd, Soraikai in Tamil is one of the healthiest of the fruits used like a vegetable though in our cuisines. The water content present in it is so healthy when consumed is said to work in eliminating the bad fluids from …
A super easy recipe for Shortbread cookies with Saffron flavor and loads of pistachios.
After an amazing weekend, and to get ready to go office I wanted to try out the most common yet very satisfying recipe of my chocolate chip cookies. These cookies are absolute joy to make eat, share and repeat. Yes, this is my go to …
First post of 2019 and a post after a lot of weeks. Holidays, vacationing etc., has kept me busy from blogging. I am cooking and baking though, if you ask did I have time for it. Yes, Yes, I dont stop cooking and baking even …
Have been battling with a nasty cold for about three weeks now and these days, all I want to do is just curl up and sleep. And to cook lazily and quickly.. There are a lot of recipes that can be made in a jiffy …
Making pancakes perfect every time is a serious business. Sometimes flat, sometimes dense and sometimes hard.. These are some possible failures one can expect making pancakes. Thousands of pancake recipes are available everywhere. Today I am going to share my go to recipe of Pancakes …
Experimenting with chocolates, I suppose is one of the many favourite things everyone who wants to bake has. I love to bake with chocolate as well. Make chocolate cakes, pies, brownies etc., There are many savoury recipes that makes use of chocolate as well. I …
Fruit bakes are my favourite. I have always loved to use fruits in any form in my cooking. Be it juice, zest, pulp or chunks of fruits. They always turn in to beautiful dishes and we all love them. Fruit and cheese is a very …
Most of US look forward to make and enjoy pancakes on the weekends. Not that pancakes are difficult to make. However regular pancakeseems to have a lot of ingredients which you may have in your hand sometimes not always. There are a variety of pancakes …
I have been cooking and baking for more than 6 years, have shared a variety of desserts and savory bakes with friends, colleagues and family. All these years, so much food made and shared, no one has ever asked me what is my favorite thing …
Blissful Olive Oil Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. Indulge in the irresistible blend of flavors with these Blissful Olive Oil Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars! With the crunch of roasted… [...]
Heavenly Sweet Kuzhipaniyaram Recipe: A Delicious Twist on Leftover Dosai BatterLooking for a delightful way to repurpose your leftover dosai batter? Look no further! Our Sweet Kuzhipaniyaram recipe is a… [...]
Gooey Sweetcorn Cheese Sandwich with Mint Chutney.Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this gooey sweetcorn cheese sandwich recipe! Packed with flavors and textures, this delightful creation combines the sweetness… [...]
Crispy Perfection: Air Fried French Fries Recipe.Who doesn’t love the crispy, golden goodness of French fries? While traditionally deep-fried, we’re here to introduce you to a healthier, equally delicious alternative:… [...]
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, the desire for wholesome and comforting meals intensifies. Nombu Kanji, a traditional dish popular during Ramadan, provides nourishment and satisfaction for those observing… [...]
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