Welcome to a comforting dal-rice experience! And I say this, because this is all-time favorite combination of steamed rice and lentils holds a special place, for us Indians. It is much more than food. It is an emotion. Literally sacred and revered. And this Varan Bhat is what it becomes in Maharashtra. This pair is also an important dish that ...

Sheermal or Shirmal is a mildly sweet, saffron-flavored, enriched flatbread that is soft, fragrant, and rich in texture. A type of roti or naan traditionally baked in a tandoor or on a griddle, Sheermal Bread is popular in Lucknow, Hyderabad, Kashmir and parts of Awadh. Sheermal Roti originates from the Mughlai cuisine, with strong influences from Persia. Key ingredients of ...

Corn Salsa recipe is easy to make from scratch with fresh sweet corn and only a few other simple, wholesome ingredients. Featuring mild green chilies and a dash of red chili powder, this vegan recipe pops with wonderful tangy and spicy flavors in every bite. Enjoy this homemade Corn Salsa as a healthy snack or fun addition to your favorite ...

Perfectly crispy, slightly chewy Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies have a great nutty flavor from whole wheat flour and brown sugar. Not only are these delicious cookies a healthier treat, they are easy to make in just one bowl. Give them a try with my step by step photos and instructions, and I’m sure this will become your go-to chocolate chip ...

Hakka Noodles is the name of a special type of noodles as well as the dish made with it. These are dried noodles made with plain flour. The Hakka Noodles recipe is made by cooking these noodles until al dente and then mixing them with stir-fried vegetables that are seasoned with soy sauce, a few spices and salt. It is ...

Kadai Mushroom Recipe is a quick and flavorful North Indian dish featuring sautéed button mushrooms, onions and bell peppers (capsicum) in a tangy tomato-based sauce spiced & flavored with a special spice powder – Kadai Masala. Prepared in just 30 minutes, this dish goes perfectly with naan, roti, or paratha. The blend of mushrooms, spices, onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers ...

Tamarind Chutney is a sweet and tangy condiment originating from Indian cuisine, made by simmering tamarind pulp with jaggery, spices and dried ginger, creating a smooth, flavorful sauce that is commonly drizzled over chaats, snacks and fried delicacies. Also known as Imli Chutney (‘imli’ is the Hindi word for tamarind) this sauce is quintessential when it comes to Indian chaat ...

Cracked or broken wheat, also known as Dalia or Daliya is a healthy ingredient that is often used in Indian homes. It is used for making many sweet as well as savory dishes. In this post, I have shared a one pot Dalia Recipe, a Dalia Khichdi which is a savory porridge made with mixed vegetables, cracked wheat, herbs and ...

Pizza Sauce is essentially a tangy tomato sauce that is spiced and flavored with herbs like garlic, basil, oregano, seasoned with black pepper, salt and made with olive oil. This Pizza Sauce recipe is no different and follows the classic method of pureeing tomatoes and cooking with the herbs. It is easy to make and is a delicious alternative to ...

Dal Tadka is an evergreen, popular and classic North Indian lentil dish made with tuvar dal (split pigeon peas) or a mix of lentils, cooked until creamy and infused with a flavorful tempering (tadka) of oil or ghee, cumin, garlic, red chillies and herbs, served hot with rice or roti. Slightly spicy, and deeply flavorful, my Restaurant Style Dal Tadka ...