Seems like what a surprise! Ganesh Chaturthi is almost here, just a day after. The official beginning of the festive season and an official excuse to eat sweets and savouries. Modak, the favourite sweet of Gannu, Lord Ganesha. It is in everyone's mind to offer modak to the elephant headed Ganesha. Well, there is endless … Continue reading Dates and Walnuts Modak
Chicken Musakhan Filo Rolls
All the strife in the world is of the mind. Breaking the mental barriers and give peace a chance, and what's better time than this holy month of Ramadan. Food knows no boundaries. Let's break the shackles, let's bring all those warring hearts to the dining table. We are what we eat; whoever said, very … Continue reading Chicken Musakhan Filo Rolls
BADAMI VEG SEEKH KEBAB Almond and Chickpeas Veg Seekh Kebabs
A simple, exotic, fragrant midweek meal, for iftar or any party appetizer, 30 minutes, start to finish. Sounds so interesting isn't it! Today trying to be a little different in presenting delicious vegetarian kebabs . Quite often I get lots of requests on my blog for vegetarian versions of quick meals. So, here's for you … Continue reading BADAMI VEG SEEKH KEBAB Almond and Chickpeas Veg Seekh Kebabs
CHICKEN KAABSA Middle Eastern Tomato Chicken Rice
KAABSA, the most popular or would rather say the national dish of Saudi Arabia. In simple terms if I have to say, it's a delicious slightly tangy tomato chicken Middle Eastern rice dish.One can find several variation of Kabsa preparation and widely eaten all over Saudi Arabia and other parts of the middle eastern countries … Continue reading CHICKEN KAABSA Middle Eastern Tomato Chicken Rice
Sabzi Polo Persian Herb Rice
Give a different variation to your regular pulse with this quick, flavorful and easy Persian herbed pilaf.
Mangalorean Style Prawns Sukka
Hey all, Was on a social media detox for a while. Last couple of months went through some testing period, a roller coaster ride juggling with health issues, keeping family together in two different places was quite challenging, work, daily chores.....etc. Honestly, I really don't know what would I say wether it was good or … Continue reading Mangalorean Style Prawns Sukka
Ricotta Cheese Cashew Coconut Patisapta Pitha( Indian Pancake with Ricotta Cheese, Coconut and Cashews)
I mentioned in my last post, how exciting, the festivals are, but, was unaware of the importance of each, when I was young. After the uruka feast which usually ends late at night, I used to dread the thought of having to wake up early next morning. But, no matter how hard I tried to … Continue reading Ricotta Cheese Cashew Coconut Patisapta Pitha( Indian Pancake with Ricotta Cheese, Coconut and Cashews)
Chicken Roast with Black Sesame Chutney (Til Bata Roasted Chicken)
"Bihu Axomor jatiya utsov. Bihu tineeta...etc. etc." This is how we used to start when tasked to write an essay on Bihu during our school days. Since I grew up in Guwahati, the capital city of Assam, though read and wrote essays on Bihu, could hardly relate to the traditional celebrations of rural areas. As … Continue reading Chicken Roast with Black Sesame Chutney (Til Bata Roasted Chicken)
Oats and Dates Nutty Breakfast Muffin
The month of New Year’s resolution is officially here! We see people making plenty of resolution to which many barely manage to stick to. Well, I don't fall into this group, I do not believe in making and never made any resolutions officially. Though I keep certain goals in my mind, on which I work … Continue reading Oats and Dates Nutty Breakfast Muffin
Pumpkin Banana Oatmeal Pancake
Give a healthy start to your day with just 5 ingredients and a blender. These fluffy blender pumpkin banana oatmeal pancakes are a deliciously healthy, naturally sweetened breakfast for your busy weekday or the lazy mornings. Even your kids could make you some. The recipe is made with 100% oat flour instead of wheat flour, … Continue reading Pumpkin Banana Oatmeal Pancake