Poha chutney or “phanna (seasoned) phovu” or sometimes called “poha upkari” is a traditional, healthy breakfast dish of the south Indian Konkani community (GSB’s) of Mangalore. When we crave for something homely, delicious, quick, easy to make and healthy, then I love to make this instant snack to go with our evening chai/kaapi/coffee or even as a jhatpat breakfast idea on busy days! It is a delicious mixture of poha or phovu (beaten or flattened rice), grated coconut (preferably fresh or frozen but thawed) and some spices like coriander, jeera (cumin) and chilies/chili powder....

I have grown up by seeing my mum making so many farari dishes. She learnt many from both of my grandmas. The recipe works well as a fasting recipe because the potatoes contain a lot of carbs to keep you going through a fast but also the peanuts provide a lot of protein. We usually pair it with natural plain yoghurt as well. Other farari/farali recipes you could pair this dish with are: Farali Thepla, and finish with this sweet Farali Kheer....

There are days when all you want is a quick, easy-to-make one-pot sumptuous meal to fill you up and get you out of the kitchen fast! Pulav/pulao/pilaf is the perfect dish! With just some chopped salad, quick curd/yogurt raita or even just some papad or potato chips, satisfying your palate and tummy is so quick and easy! Sometimes, I use another pressure cooker and dish up another simple lip-smacking curry like aloo-matar to go with it!...

They take a bit longer to cook than broccoli florets, so simply place them on a separate baking sheet. They’re still ready fast - in about 30 minutes. I used to toss the stems when I made roasted broccoli. Not anymore! Now I know that the roasted stems are a surprising delicacy. You just need to know how to cook them. They are entirely edible once peeled and cooked, and the best part: they are delicious....

Then, bake them in the oven until they’re wonderfully crunchy. Mmm good! Nuts are the perfect snack. They are crunchy, flavorful, and satiating. Honey-roasted nuts are delicious, and my family loves them. But I recently discovered a flavor combination that we like even better. These roasted nuts are amazing! They’re not overly seasoned, so the flavor of the nuts shines through. But the flavorful seasonings and hint of spice elevate them into a lovely treat....

About Sev Tamatar Ki Sabji It is a Gujarati dish, but I would say it is a Kathiawadi dish if I go more specific. Kathiawad is a part of Saurashtra, in Gujarat. And because I belong to Saurashtra, I have grown up eating Sev Tameta Nu Shak regularly. Especially in winter, My mom used to make it often. Once I learned this dish from my mom, it was me always making this sabji....

This creamy sweet lassi is ready in 5 minutes and can easily be made vegan. About This homemade strawberry lassi is made by blending sweet strawberries to make a strawberry puree then yogurt is added. It is a welcome contrast to the plain sweet version. Lassi is a yogurt-based drink originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is a healthy drink that is prepared daily in Indian and Pakistani households on hot summer days....

You will need :- Method :- In a large pressure cooker place all the ingredients from no 1 to 13 with 600-700 ml water. Let it cook till 3 whistle. If you do not have pressure cooker put all the ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring it to boil. Simmer for 25-30 minutes on a low heat till tomatoes are mashed completely. Remove most of the whole spices with the help of spoon....

I recently made tofu bhurji, and it was a game-changer for my breakfast routine. As someone who’s always loved the flavors of paneer bhurji, I was looking for a vegan alternative. This Tofu bhurji turned out to be perfect thanks to the mouth-watering Indian spices. I went easy on amount of the spices to keep the recipe breakfast friendly. The tofu crumbles so easily, mimicking the texture of scrambled eggs, and it absorbs the spices beautifully, just like paneer....

They’re suitable for those following a plant-based diet and can be made gluten-free. What are curry puffs? Curry Puffs are a South East Asian deep-fried finger food. They have some resemblance to English Cornish Pasties or Spanish Empanadas. It is thought that the Portuguese brought empanadas to the region in the 16th century. The most well-known are Malay curry puffs which are filled with curried potatoes and meat. They are deep-fried and sold on streets to be enjoyed as an appetiser or snack....

The Eggless White Sandwich Bread recipe is simple and excellent on its own or for toast and sandwiches. This homemade bread has a chewy crust with a soft interior and tastes way better than store-bought! Why You Will Love This Homemade Bread This bread is made with only six ingredients. The loaf is perfectly tall with a golden brown top. The bread is light and fluffy. It has a super soft interior with a chewy crust....

I was not a big fan of kadis (until I made this one!) but my better half loves it (a recent favorite for him too!) He abhors any curry or gravy thickened with besan/chickpea flour, so I never dared to make kadi any time! I remember the first time he tasted this super delicious Indian specialty (specifically from the northern part of India); can you believe it was in Japan?...

Flavored with garlic and scallions, they are easy to make, delicious, low-carb, and gluten-free! Zucchini is delicious, especially when it’s young and firm. I enjoy this summer squash in many recipes, including zucchini lasagna, zucchini noodles, and roasted zucchini. These zucchini fritters are especially good. They are crispy, golden, and wonderfully flavorful. Another advantage is that they are very easy to make. After all, baking is easier than frying....

In this gluten-free version, I use almond flour instead of wheat flour, with excellent results. I was intrigued when I came across an okonomiyaki recipe online. Cabbage is one of my favorite vegetables, and the idea of making it into savory pancakes sounded amazing. But I didn’t want to add flour. I wanted a low-carb and gluten-free version that would still taste good. So, I used almond flour. We all loved the result - crispy yet tender and delicious fritters....

You can use them to top a variety of dishes, and they keep in the fridge for several days, so your effort in making them will be well-rewarded! The way onions are transformed by cooking is miraculous. Even cooking them for just a few minutes takes much of their sharpness away. And when you patiently cook them in butter over low heat until they are caramelized, they become incredibly soft, buttery, and flavorful....

Who doesn’t love potatoes? Fried, roasted, baked, air fried or mashed, it tastes awesome! The new trend is “smashed potatoes”, popular in USA (also called “crash potatoes” in Australia)! Indians too love potatoes/aloo, either fried like in pakoras, aloo tikki, aloo bonda, in samosas or in curries like aloo dum, aloo gobi etc. I have taken a simple Indian Sindhi dish “Aloo Tuk” and made an Indian version of smashed or crash potatoes!...

Chocolate Digestive Cookie Bars are simple to make but irresistible. They are soft, creamy, rich, and buttery, with a slight crunch from digestive cookies. If you want to try something different than a simple chocolate fudge, try this recipe. No Bake Chocolate Digestive Cookie Bars Making these chocolate digestive cookie bars is quick; everything comes together in 20 minutes. This recipe is my favorite, and it comes in handy when preparing something quickly for a potluck or get-together....

Serve it with veggies or berries to balance out its richness. It’s wonderful topped with a dollop of sour cream! Ingredients You’ll only need a few simple ingredients to make this tasty omelet. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here’s an overview of what you’ll need: I like eggs prepared in almost any way one can imagine, including fluffy scrambled eggs, hard-boiled eggs, soft-boiled eggs, and poached eggs....

Coconut Almond Macaroons are eggless and have coconut, almonds, vanilla, and orange flavors. Moreover, the bottom of each cookie is covered with melted chocolate making them more tempting. About Coconut Almond Macaroons Coconut Almond Macaroons are sweet, soft, and chewy cookies made with shredded coconut and almond flour. They are flavored with vanilla and orange zest, and finally, cookie bottoms are dipped into melted chocolate. The recipe is straightforward and comes together in a few minutes....

Cornflakes bhel is a spicy, tangy but healthy version of the popular street food of India; bhel puri. It is filled with different textures, colors and flavors, and with every bite, you will indulge in the crunch of healthy cornflakes, texture of peanuts, tanginess of tamarind and chaat masala powder, sweetness of jaggery and spiciness of green chilies with an aroma of coriander leaves and other aromatic Indian spices. I love (as does any Indian!...