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These mouth watering Millionaire’s Barfi are a twist on the original Plain White Milk Powder Barfi These sumptuous treats are made of three layers of differently flavoured barfi – chocolate, caramel and vanilla. Together, these layers form a perfect symphony of western flavours woven with a traditional Indian recipe. The caramel, chocolatey flavours complemented the milky barfi impeccably. Each layer stands out distinctly as you bite into the barfi but then melts together....

There are plenty of other ingredients that you can use to make dishes flavourful and even you won’t notice the lack of onion and garlic. NO ONION NO GARLIC DIET Usually, 90 % of Indian cooking is dominated by these very two root ingredients onion and garlic. These are synonymous with Indian cooking. No doubt that these two ingredients lend so much flavour, texture and taste to Indian dishes. Many Punjabi and Mughlai curries are not even imagined to cook without it....

That was when I discovered that you can definitely enjoy desserts on the keto diet. Using ingredients such as almond flour, coconut flour, and sugar-free sweeteners, one can create amazing treats! The good news is that it’s very easy to create keto cheesecakes. You don’t need to replace flour—all you need to replace is the sweetener. In my case, it’s a bit more challenging because I like to use stevia....

The Valentine’s day is looming on us and I bet you are looking for Valentine theme recipes? That’s brilliant because I have created this wonderful recipe that is not only you’d want to have it on this special day, but you’ll have cravings for it every day! But I think a special treat like this almond french toast hearts which are fluffy and tender inside and golden crisp on the outside and that too loaded with crème fraiche plus refreshing mixed berry compote and honey should be kept for special days like Vday, Mother’s day and Father’s day to enjoy with pleasure – creating recipes like this for a special day we all cherish those special memories with loved ones....

This simple recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free. Aloo Methi is also known as potato fenugreek leaves stir fry (aloo is the hindi word for potato and methi is fenugreek). Alu methi is a dry sabzi recipe (dry vegetable dish) as it is prepared without a gravy. Aloo methi ki sabji is a great way to get leafy greens into your diet – the addition of methi to potatoes gives a wonderful unique taste....

Baked Vanilla Yogurt with Blueberry Compote / Bhapa Doi: Baked Vanilla Yogurt or Bhapa Doi is a Bengali delicacy, and it means steamed yogurt. It is made with hung and thick or Greek yogurt mixed with cream or milk and condensed milk. Bhapa Doi can be baked in the oven by placing it in a water bath or steamed on a stovetop. It is comfortable to blend other flavors in this easy and quick baked yogurt recipe....

Sweets made from Besan (gram flour or chickpea flour) are highly popular during festivals, especially Diwali. And such sweets are our family favorite, mainly Besan Ladoo and Besan Burfi! About Besan Ladoo Besan Ladoo, also known as Magaj or Magas in Gujarat, is an authentic Gujarati sweet. This sweet is highly popular during the Diwali festival. And it is often made in the wintertime as it is known to energize the body....

You’ll love these incredible Indian fusion dessert recipes. I love the flavour of caramel, the sweet, buttery richness is unmatched! It’s so good with cream based desserts such as Caramel Mousse and Caramel Pannacotta. It goes so well with Indian sweets too – I used caramel in this Caramel Lassi, Caramel Fada Lapsi, Caramel Phirni and Vanilla Caramel and Chocolate Barfi. Creating Badam Malai Peda with a caramel twist introduces a delightful fusion of traditional and modern flavors....

Ready in about 25 minutes, they’re so easy to make. And the leftovers are delicious! The secret to perfectly cooked Chinese green beans is sautéing them until tender-crisp and not a second longer. The tasty sauce - garlic, soy sauce, and honey - is wonderfully flavorful. Green beans are delicious! Simple boiled green beans, liberally salted, are lovely. I also love spicy green beans and green beans almondine. When tender-crisp, rather than limp and lifeless, they are like a salty, spicy snack....

This easy recipe is ready in about 45 minutes. The hands-on time is just 15 minutes - the rest is chilling the candy in the fridge. There are several classic food combinations. Chocolate and peanut butter come to mind (these peanut butter bars are so good!). Chocolate and coconut is another. I first tried coconut haystacks in a small artisan chocolate shop in Lake Tahoe, California. As someone who adores coconut and dark chocolate, it’s no surprise I thought they were terrific....

Dal Makhani consists of whole black gram lentils and kidney beans, cooked with tomato puree, spices, and cream, and simmered on low heat for a unique flavor! It is very nutritious, with high protein levels and iron. Jump to:About Dal MakhaniWhy You Will Love Dal MakhaniIngredientsStep-by-Step DirectionsHelpful TipsMore Indian Dal RecipesRecipe Card About Dal Makhani If you are following a Jain diet or a diet without onion and garlic, you will find this recipe is for you!...

There are few mithai as satisfying as warm halwa oozing with molten ghee and this Dhilo Mohanthal fits the bill perfectly. It is called “dhilo” or “lachko” which means loose. It is made by roasting besan in ghee until aromatic then stirring in sugar syrup. The besan mixture is then set into fudge like squares or is served loose whilst still warm. Lachko mohanthal has a characteristically grainy texture but with a special melt in the mouth feel....

Welcome to our Diwali Dinner Party, where we have curated a menu that reflects the rich and diverse culinary traditions of India. Each dish a delightful celebration of flavours and textures. Our menu has been thoughtfully crafted to offer a delectable journey from fragrant appetizers to sumptuous main courses and decadent desserts. Every dish on this menu is a testament to the joy and togetherness that Diwali brings. So, sit back, relax, and indulge in a feast that not only honours tradition but also embraces the spirit of this special occasion....

I make them with ground beef, but this recipe works beautifully with ground pork, too. These meatballs are the best! They combine the fun of eating meatballs with the extra fun of a sweet, sticky sauce. My kids adore them and love helping me make them. But just as importantly, the grownups love them too! The meatballs themselves are very well seasoned - their flavor is quite complex, and the Asian-style glaze greatly enhances them....

Most shrimp recipes are quick, but this one is especially easy. Dipped in cocktail sauce or melted butter, it’s one of my favorite ways to enjoy shrimp. One of my favorite appetizers to order at restaurants is a shrimp cocktail. I love dipping the plump shrimp in the sweet/spicy cocktail sauce. I was so happy to discover I could easily recreate this tasty appetizer at home! It’s as easy as can be - these boiled shrimp are ready in less than 30 minutes....

You can choose homemade or your favorite store-bought flatbread, or even Naan can work perfectly! Either way, you will get cheesy, juicy, fresh, and delicious Flatbread Pizza within 20 minutes. About Flatbread Pizza with Herbed Ricotta This flatbread pizza is a simple recipe, and you can easily customize it with your favorite toppings. If you choose to use store-bought flatbread, you will get hot pizza on your plate in less than 20 minutes!...

Green Beans with Caramelized Garlic and Raisins is a delicious side of stir fried green beans with roasted or almost burnt garlic and caramelized raisins for a lovely sweet note in every bite! Jump to Recipe Print Recipe My take on the classic French dish “Green Beans Almondine” (with sautéed beans, almonds and garlic) gets a sweet twist with addition of raisins instead of almonds! These long almost whole strands of beans are steamed (after removing the ends and cut into two or left whole) and then sautéed until slightly charred in a caramelized/almost burnt slices or crushed garlic tempering along with a dash of dried raisins....

Gujarati Date and Tamarind Chutney Indian Chaat is not complete without lashings of finger-licking chutneys. Our go-to chutneys are Date and Tamarind Chutney, Green Coriander and Mint Chutney and Red Garlic Chutney. This Gujarati style Imli and Date Chutney is safe to eat during fasting as it does not contain any tempering. It is also vegan and gluten-free. What are Chutneys Chutney is a sweet or spicy condiment or sauce that accompanies many foods in Indian Cuisine....

With tasty layers of spinach and cream cheese, seasoned ground beef, and mozzarella, this lasagna is a big hit every time I make it. This lasagna is so delicious. Warm layers of seasoned spinach, ground beef, and melted cheese - you won’t miss the noodles! I have learned that quite often, the flavors we associate with grains are, in fact, the flavors of the fillings and toppings. This is true for pizza (see this cauliflower pizza crust), and it’s also true for keto lasagna and zucchini lasagna....

This Homemade Marinara Sauce requires only a few ingredients and is perfect for not only pasta but many other recipes! It is quick to make within 30 minutes and can be frozen for up to six months. Jump to:What is Marinara Sauce?About Homemade Marinara SauceWhy You Will Love This Marinara SauceIngredientsStep-by-Step DirectionsStoring SuggestionsHelpful TipsMore Homemade RecipesRecipe Card What is Marinara Sauce? Marinara sauce is a tomato-based sauce made with tomatoes, herbs, onion, and garlic....