Besan Ladoo (Bay-sun Laa-doo)…. or Laddu (Lud-doo) as it’s called in Hindi… an easy & tasty Indian Sweet… These delicious Ladoos, made with just a few simple pantry ingredients, are widely popular across the length and breadth of the Indian subcontinent. You see folks enjoying it with their afternoon tea…. as a delightful sweet treat…
Make Sukhi Mung Dal… in which each golden-yellow grain of split skinless Mung Dal is plump and fluffy… Perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked, garnished with a bit of fresh coriander (cilantro) and a squeeze of fresh lime… How do you eat it? Traditionally, you would serve it with lunch or dinner… You would scoop some…
This easy Red Lentil Dhokla is such a pretty PINK…… and it’s so very tasty! Spongy, savory, spicy, tangy…. with just a hint of sweetness…. It’s everything you expect from a Dhokla! And….. This steamed, protein-rich, high fiber snack is gluten-free and vegan too! Yumm! Wait… A Pink Dhokla? Yup! But…. Isn’t Dhokla typically yellow……
Easy Urad Vada Bites – Make these tiny Medu Vada style fritters with Watermelon Rind…. Really? Yes! It’s a great way to use watermelon rind… you know, that white fleshy part that you might be tossing away when you cut up your watermelon! Yeah, I know it’s kind of bland… and until fairly recently, I…
Maharashtrian Sesame Chutney – called Til-Koot in Marathi, it’s super easy to make this spicy, aromatic and nutty chutney powder with roasted sesame seeds. It’s nice to have this chutney on hand all the time, and not just to enjoy with a traditional Maharashtrian meal. I love sprinkling it on a slice of butter-slathered fresh…
Just thinking about Lasoon-Khobra Chutney brings up memories of the spicy and garlicky flavors that make the ever-popular Batata Vada even more delicious. Lasoon (pronounce Luh-soon, the ‘n’ as in ‘and’) is the Marathi word for garlic, while Khobra (pronounce Khobe (like ‘robe’)-ruh) means dried coconut). Due to its local abundance, especially in the southern…
It’s so easy to make this one pot pasta meal – deliciously creamy and comforting, it’s ready to dig into in just about 30 min. Loaded with high quality protein and vegetables, it’s a great one-dish meal…. Make it on a busy weeknight, or maybe when you just want to curl up on the sofa…
Pair thin noodles with tender-crisp Bok Choy and onions – tasty and quick – a perfect one-dish meal for a weeknight. Not enough protein? Oh, I boost that by adding some roasted cashews or crushed peanuts at the end. Super-easy, since I usually have both well-stocked in my pantry, ready to use. So, whenever I…
Make a Flavorful and Colorful Spinach Pasta Meal- loaded with bright red, orange, yellow and white veggies and cottage cheese. The bright colors of the veggies beautifully complement the green spinach pasta in this great-looking one-dish meal. Not only does it look gorgeous, it is delicious and packed with lots of goodies too. Vitamins, minerals,…
This Lentil-Vegetable Soup, hearty and delicious, is seasoned with Moroccan-style spices. Welcome any day, any time of the year, all you need as accompaniment is a crusty loaf of bread… and butter, of course!and oh yeah… good company to enjoy the meal with! Moroccan food has evolved in interesting ways as it has happily borrowed…
This Loaf with Cheesy Swirls is spicy and pretty…. and easy to make too! Slice it up…… and display those lovely swirls! Slather on a bit of butter, take a bite and savor…… It instantly hits the spot! Subtly cheesy… with a little tang…. and just a hint of heat… Yumm! A festive occasion… or…
Sweet Banana Thalipith – so very easy to make this delicious pillow-soft and fluffy flatbread, right on the stove-top, in under 30 min. No need for an oven… just a good heavy-bottom frying pan is all you need. And…… no eggs, no milk, no nuts… So, it’s free from common allergens too! With just a…
Apricot Studded Loaf – easy to make at home…. and the golden apricot pieces in this delicious bread look so gorgeous! Have it for breakfast or with your afternoon tea/coffee. Yum! Also, with this last post of the year, it’s time to ring in the new year! My very best wishes to all of you,…
It is so simple to make these light and delicious sweet crisps from baguettes. Just butter the slices, sprinkle cinnamon and sugar and bake until crisp. That’s it! Put them in a box with a well-fitting lid, and savor the fruits of your labor for the next few days. Day-old baguette is perfect – it…
Maharashtrian Sesame Chutney – called Til-Koot in Marathi, it’s super easy to make this spicy, aromatic and nutty chutney powder with roasted sesame seeds. It’s nice to have this chutney on hand all the time, and not just to enjoy with a traditional Maharashtrian meal. I love sprinkling it on a slice of butter-slathered fresh…
Just thinking about Lasoon-Khobra Chutney brings up memories of the spicy and garlicky flavors that make the ever-popular Batata Vada even more delicious. Lasoon (pronounce Luh-soon, the ‘n’ as in ‘and’) is the Marathi word for garlic, while Khobra (pronounce Khobe (like ‘robe’)-ruh) means dried coconut). Due to its local abundance, especially in the southern…
Besan Ladoo (Bay-sun Laa-doo)…. or Laddu (Lud-doo) as it’s called in Hindi… an easy & tasty Indian Sweet… These delicious Ladoos, made with just a few simple pantry ingredients, are widely popular across the length and breadth of the Indian subcontinent. You see folks enjoying it with their afternoon tea…. as a delightful sweet treat…
Make this easy pineapple cake…. with its rich, buttery mouthfeel that is so very enticing … and Yeah, it’s eggless! Not that anyone would actually notice if you didn’t tell them! I’ve been making traditional pineapple cake, i.e., with eggs, for years… it’s my all-time favorite kind of cake. So, soon after I was married,…
Rava Ladoo…. delightfully moist and ‘coconutty’, this popular and irresistible Maharashtrian sweet treat is actually quite easy to make…. Today’s date holds a special significance for my family…. 75 years ago on this date, my parents got hitched! To mark this special milestone, I’m sharing my Mom’s much-loved Rava Ladoo recipe, along with some of…
Eggless Fruit Custard…. Simple & easy to make, it’s ready in a jiffy! Plus…. this light and luscious treat is also gluten-free…. The perfect finishing touch to a special meal! Loved by all in our family while I was growing up, my Mom made this quite often… Now, this love seems to have passed on…
Roasted cauliflower and fresh baby spinach, with pickled jalapenos, tomatoes, feta cheese and olives: stuffed between two slices of tangy sourdough… and grilled to crisp, golden perfection…. Yumm! I love grilled sandwiches with interesting fillings…. and the ones that use up bits and scraps of things sitting in my pantry or refrigerator…. Ohh… Those are…
Jackfruit “Chicken” Salad… it’s vegetarian! Creamy and nutty, with the delightful crunch of Jicama in every bite, it’s also easy to make. Inspired by the widely popular classic chicken salad, shredded young jackfruit stands in nicely for shredded chicken in this tasty meat-free dish. Enjoy it as a delicious sandwich for a light and satisfying…
Mushroom on Rye with Pickled Celery – a cheesy, easy and tasty sandwich; perfect for pairing with your favorite soup and a fresh green salad. Simple and satisfying… Sometimes, I’m in the mood for a classic, no-fuss, easy-prep meal: soup, salad and sandwich. If I have some leftover soup and fresh greens in my refrigerator,…
Mushroom Capsicum Pockets – it’s so easy to make this tasty and healthy meal, even on a busy weeknight. Stir-fried mushrooms, onions, bell peppers and spinach, tucked into a warm pita pocket, topped with tangy Feta cheese and spicy chilli paste….. Yumm! Best part? These sandwiches really are super-quick to make! Soon after I came…
