Meethu dahi (mithu dahi) is a sweetened yogurt that is highly delicious to eat and can be made in a matter of minutes! It works really well with hot and spicy foods and can be a lovely dessert after food. The inclusion of yogurt in cooking dates back to circa 500 B.C. in India, the…
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Vatana Bateta Na Thepla (Indian Flat Bread Stuffed with Spiced Potato and Peas)
Yet another thepla recipe I love. Actually, this was more of an experimental recipe that I was creating but did not realise how well it would turn out to be. Bateta/aloo is such a versatile veggie that it blends well with almost everything from meats, to curries, stir fries and salads. I usually make just…
Kashmiri Dum Aloo
This is a wonderful recipe for when you want to make something quick and filling but also flavoursome too. This hearty north Indian dish has a rich creamy gravy and goes well with any Indian bread such as naan, kulcha or paratha. Spiced and flavoured with chilli, garlic and kasuri methi. The essence to creating…
Gujarati Masala Bhinda Nu Shak (Gujarati Style Spiced Okra Curry)
Masala Bhindi (Spiced Okra) Do you like okra? I do not but people around me do so when I made this recipe it was for my nearest and dearest for have a serious love for the vegetable. Okra are also known as ladyfingers and bhindi in Indian and is a very popular curry all across…
Bhatura (Fried Leavened Flat Bread)
Bhatura (Fried Leavened Flat Bread) is one of the most popular, tasty and is very well known, not just in India but all across the world where you can find an Indian restaurant. Yes I know, its a sinful food, its fried and unhealthy but sooo tasty. For those who are calorie conscious, look away…
Punjabi Masala Chole (Punjabi Masala Chickpeas)
Punjabi Masala Chole (Punjabi Masala Chickpeas) This is a melt in the mouth and to die for recipe of Punjabi masala chole! The taste is a beautiful rich amalgamation of spices and flavours. Punjabi masala chole are best accompanied with Bhature which is where the dish ‘Chole-Bhature’ is derived from but of course you can…
Gujarati Mung Bhaat (Gujarati Mung Bean Soup with Basmati Rice)
Mug Bhaat (Mung Bean Soup with Basmati Rice) is a classic Gujarati dish which is cooked throughout the year. ‘Mug’ in this instance refers to the mung beans and bhaat is for the basmati rice. Very often, it is a dish which is made of special occasions such as the Hindu New Year, birth of…
Masoor Dal Fry (Red Lentil Soup)
Masoor Dal Fry (Red Lentil Soup) another staple dal from the wonderful Indian Subcontinent and in particular the North of India where such dals are regularly prepared to heat up from the cold. There are sooo many way that this dal can be cooked, at least as many as there are cooks who prepare it….
Bhel Puri Chaat
Bhel Puri Chaat is a very popular street food from Mumbai in India. The mixture of spicy, tangy and sweet flavours makes this a delicious snack that can be prepared in minutes with all the right ingredients at hand. Whenever I have been to India or I have visit Indian snack bars here in London,…
Dungri Bateta Nu Shak (Onion and Potato Curry)
Dungri Bateta Nu Shak (Onion and Potato Curry) is a great combination for a curry especially if you want something quick, healthy and full of flavour. Of all the veg and non-veg restaurants I have visited in the years, I have never come across this particular curry anywhere and yet it is a staple all…
Kobi Bateta Nu Shak (Cabbage and Potato Curry)
Kobi Bateta Nu Shak (Cabbage and Potato Curry) – is a regular lunch curry served with hot rotlis in Gujarat. It has minimum ingredients and is quick and easy to make. In this recipe I have used white cabbage but you can use green or sweetheart cabbage if you wish to. The sweetheart cabbage has…
Pudla (Spiced Besan Flour Pancakes)
Pudla are little Indian frittata’s otherwise known as spiced Besan (gram) flour pancakes that are so easy to make when you want a meal in a hurry. Pudla’s are ideal for those with wheat or diary intolerance as they are made with gram flour. They are also ideal for the fussy eater who wants something…
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