Matar Kachori is a vegetarian Indian snack. It is a flaky, crispy, deep-fried pastry stuffed with spicy green peas filling. Follow my tips and tricks to make the best kachori each time. Be sure to watch the video! About Kachori Kachori has its origin in the state of Rajasthan, India. Today, it is a widely popular Indian snack and street food. Usually, a kachori is made at home on festive occasions like Holi, Diwali, weddings , or other family get-togethers ....
Panchamrit is a traditional Hindu prasad recipe. It is a nourishing pious drink, also known as the nectar of Gods. I am sharing an easy and tasty Panchamrut recipe for puja. About Panchamrit Panchamarit is a Sanskrit word. It is made by combining two words, Pancha + Amrit = Panchamrit. The word pancha means five ingredients and amrit is for the nectar of God . It is also known as Panchamrut or Charnamrit....
Crispy Corn is a crunchy, tasty vegetarian snack. Loaded with the Indian-Chinese fusion flavors these crispy corns are my favorite party snack. I thought I’d share with you my super delicious crispy corn recipe. Be sure to watch the video! About Crispy Corn The deep-fried, batter-coated corns became highly popular after a famous restaurant chain in India, called BBQ Nation started serving them for appetizers. Ok, but before we get to this tasty crispy corn recipe, let’s talk for a second about how much I love it....
The 100 Best Curries for your Instant Pot, my first ever international cookbook, is here! Tried and tested Indian curry recipes you can make in a fraction of the time using an instant pot. I finally did it! My very own cookbook is here. How did it all happen? If you are curious about the back story, you should not miss out on all the juicy details . Enough about me; let’s talk about the cookbook....
Virgin Mango Mojito is a refreshing non-alcoholic summer drink. You only need a handful of ingredients available in most kitchens, sweet mangoes and a trusty blender. This rock star virgin mojito is ready in under 5 minutes – no kidding! Mango Mojito Summers in India are harsh. The mercury soars, and with it, so do our tempers. It’s hard to function normally when your body is trying to battle against a soaring temperature – but this cooling, delicious mango mojito surely helps us keep calm and get going....
Have you ever tried making chaat using bread? If not yet, then try this bread basket chaat. It will definitely fill your thoughts with a dozen creative ideas to use the bread baskets. Be sure to watch the video! These bread baskets are so easy to prepare, don’t require any oil, and look extremely fancy . Apart from serving Chaat, you can serve creamy salads , eggs, or desserts in these baskets....
Cauliflower Soup is a creamy, comforting vegetarian soup. I am sharing a vegan and gluten-free cauliflower soup recipe worth bookmarking. If you ever ask me about my favourite vegetables, cauliflower will be in the TOP 5. I thought it was about time I brought a delicious cauliflower soup to your radar! Beautifully creamy with an elegant, near pure-white colour, it is also low-carb. Cauliflower Soup is perfect as a something-different first course for a dinner party or a cosy midweek dinner....
Fattoush is an easy and tasty Mediterranean salad. This vegan salad has crisp lettuce, chopped vegetables, fresh herbs, and pita chips . About Fattoush Fattoush is a famous Mediterranean salad of chopped greens and vegetables combined with bread pieces of pita or khubz. It is often served on a mezze platter (Mediterranean snacks platter) along with other dishes like hummus , baba ganoush , and falafel . In Arabic, the word “ fattoush ” is derived from “ fatteh ”, which means “ crumbs ....
This breakfast smoothie is packed with the goodness of fresh mango and oats. Topped with chia seeds and honey, it is my favourite summer breakfast. Be sure to watch the video! During the summer, our house’s breakfast menu mainly involves minimal cooking. Overnight Oats , sweet dalia , fruit salad , and smoothies have become family favourites. So that means I don’t have to spend morning hours in the kitchen....
This mapo tofu recipe is a vegan version that’s so rich, flavourful, and so utterly satisfying, you might just forget it’s meat-free. What is Mapo Tofu? Ingredients You’ll Need How To Make Vegan Mapo Tofu Hina’s Tried and True Tips Vegan Mapo Tofu Recipe What is Mapo Tofu? Mapo Tofu is a Sichuan classic, made with ground pork and silken tofu, popular for its complex, spicy flavours and comforting warmth. Just the name conjures images of fiery red oil, silken tofu cubes, and a tingling, addictive sauce that dances on your tongue....
We have got for you the best mango recipes for the summer season. From savoury dips, spicy salsa, to creamy ice cream and milkshake, you can make make a lot of delicious dishes using mangoes. Can you freeze mangoes? Here are Best Mango Recipes In India, like many other tropical regions, mangoes are available during the summer season in abundance. From the beginning of March to the end of August, green and ripe mangoes are all over the market....
Looking for tasty and wholesome lunchbox ideas for work? We have got you covered. Follow my tips, plan, and recipes to recreate these 25+ Indian lunchbox ideas. Homemade Lunchbox Packing a homemade lunchbox for my husband is a part of my morning routine. It is my way to express love and care for him. The homemade packed lunch is the most comforting meal of a busy working day. It is one of the best ways to eat nutritionally balanced, wholesome, preservative-free food every day....
A stovetop pressure cooker is one of the most commonly used cookware in an Indian kitchen. Here are easy and tasty 30 pressure cooker recipes for everyday Indian meals . I must say Indian cooking and stovetop pressure cooker are so incomplete without each other. The pressure cooker is one such cookware which travels with Indians, all over the globe. Needless to say, after modernisation, it is one of the most commonly used cookware in our kitchens....
Double Ka Meetha is a Indian style bread pudding. It is the kind of dessert you want to make for the festive celebration. Double Ka Meetha has a mouth melting texture, sweet tempting aroma, and it is the perfect Indian dessert for large gatherings. The name Double Ka Meetha comes from the local dialect word “Double Roti” which refers to milk bread or Western-style bread. The reason it is called double roti is it swells up to almost double its original size after baking....
Curried Pumpkin Soup is a hearty, comforting, vegan soup packed with pumpkin, apple, and carrot. Flavored with warming spices, this is a perfect soup recipe for the fall and winter season. In an instant pot, curried pumpkin soup takes only 10 minutes. With the winter breeze knocking at the door every now and then, soups are the best comfort meal for this time of the year. Curried Pumpkin Soup is packed with the best of seasonal produce – pumpkin, apple, and carrot....
Palak Chana Dal: a popular dal recipe from North India packed with the goodness of Bengal Gram and spinach. It is nutritious and delicious! Be sure to watch the video! Healthy Benefits Of Palak Chana Dal Dal Palak Recipe Variations Watch Dal Palak Video My Tried and True Tips Palak Chana Dal Recipe Palak Chana Dal is a popular dal recipe from North India. It is also known as dal palak....
Roasted Nuts are a healthy, wholesome, gluten-free snack. Here is a roasted nuts recipe in 4 flavours – masala cashews, honey spiced almonds, herb walnuts, and mint foxnuts. Be sure to watch the video! Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Roasted Nuts – 4 Flavours Ingredients You’ll Need Watch Roasted Nuts Video Serving and Storage Roasted Nuts Recipe When it comes to winter food to keep us warm, our first thought instantly goes to soups and stews ....
Learn how to make a delicious Sabudana Khichdi with a refreshing green twist. Follow our foolproof tips for a non-sticky sabudana. Be sure to watch the video! Estimated reading time: 4 minutes What is ‘Sabudana’? Non-Sticky Sabudana: My Tips Ingredients You’ll Need Vrat Sabudana Khichdi Sabudana Khichdi Recipe What is ‘Sabudana’? Sabudana or sago is a starch that’s extracted from the soft core of tapioca and other tropical palms. It is highly rich in carbohydrates....
A beetroot salad that’s bursting with freshness, colour, and aromatic herbs. Give it a try – you might just discover a new favourite way to enjoy beetroot! Ingredients You’ll Need How To Make Beet Salad Hina’s Pro Tips Beetroot Salad Recipe Forget plain boiled beets. This salad recipe elevates beetroot to new heights, proving that healthy can be incredibly tasty and visually stunning. Beetroot Herb Salad is perfect as a light lunch , a stunning side dish, or a vibrant addition to any gluten free meal plan....
This teatime Pumpkin Cake is loaded with the flavour and aroma of the Indian chai masala (spice tea blend). It is an easy, moist, delicious cake recipe for the pumpkin season. Be sure to watch the video! Whether it is pumpkin pasta , pumpkin salad , or pumpkin soup, we eat all things delicious loaded with pumpkin. And why not? After all, pumpkin is the flavour of the fall season...
