Mains

Kurkuri Bhindi

Appetizers

Herbed Cream Cheese Dip with Cherry Tomato confit

Desserts

Stuffed Litchi Sandesh

Mains

Kurkuri Bhindi

This crispy okra delight is more than just a snack; it’s a tradition that brings warmth and joy to rainy days.

The golden, spiced bhindi, fried to perfection, offers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish with steaming hot dal or enjoying it as a crunchy snack on a rainy day evening, Kurkuri Bhindi never fails to impress.

Course Main
Servings 4 persons
Preparation Time 5 minutes
Cook time 15  minutes

Ingredients for the Kurkuri Bhindi
(1 cup = 200 ml; 1 tbsp = 15 ml)
250 gm Bhindi (Okra)
3 – 4 tbsp Rice flour
Salt to taste
Red chili powder as per taste
Chaat masala
Jeeravan masala (optional)
Amchur to taste
Oil for frying

Instruction for the Kurkuri Bhindi
1 Wash and dry the bhindi. Cut into very thin long strips.
2 Mix the rice flour with the bhindi and keep aside for 10 minutes or so. In the meanwhile heat the oil in a kadhai for frying.
3 Add the bhindi to the hot oil in batches. Keep the flame on moderate heat. Once the bhindi is dark brown and done, remove on a kitchen paper. Let it cool down.
4 Add the masalas to the fried bhindi and serve at once.
July 25, 2024 By
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Appetizers

Herbed Cream Cheese Dip with Cherry Tomato confit

Transform your appetizer game with this exquisite herbed cream cheese dip, perfectly paired with luscious cherry tomato confit. This dish combines the creamy, tangy flavours of a herb-infused dip with the rich, sweet, and savoury notes of slow-roasted cherry tomatoes. Ideal for gatherings, it brings together freshness and indulgence in every bite.

Perfect for pairing with crispy garlic bread or topping your favourite pasta, this delightful combination is sure to impress your guests and elevate your culinary experience. Indulge in the perfect harmony of flavours and make your next event unforgettable.

Course Appetizer
Servings 4 persons
Preparation Time 10 minutes
Cook time 2 – 3 minutes

Ingredients for the Herbed Cream Cheese Dip with Cherry Tomato confit
(1 cup = 200 ml; 1 tbsp = 15 ml)
1 packet (250 gms) Philadelphia Cream Cheese
3 – 4 tbsp Fresh cream (Amul)
6 – 8 Cloves Garlic
¼th cup Basil leaves
¼th cup Parsley leaves
¼th cup Mint leaves
1 cup Cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp Olive oil
Salt to taste
3 – 4 Fried garlic cloves for garnish
3 – 4 Tabasco as per taste

Instruction for the Herbed Cream Cheese Dip with Cherry Tomato confit
1 In a food processor blend together the cream cheese, fresh cream, basil leaves, mint leaves, parsley and garlic cloves. Blend until smooth. Keep aside in a serving dish.
2 Heat the olive oil in a pan, slow cook the cherry tomatoes for 2-3 minutes until they soften. Season with salt.
3 Arrange the cherry tomato confit over the cream cheese dip. Garnish with fried garlic cloves and fried basil leaves. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour at least. Serve with toasted baguette and crackers.
July 19, 2024 By
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Desserts

Stuffed Litchi Sandesh

A meal without dessert is definitely not complete.
Featuring Stuffed Litchi Sandesh

I’ve always loved Sandesh, the beloved dessert from Bengal. I decided to add my own twist with ‘Litchi’ the season’s favourite and created Stuffed Litchi Sandesh. This unique combination brings together the creamy richness of traditional Sandesh and the refreshing sweetness of litchis.

Treat yourself to this exquisite dessert and savour the blend of tradition and innovation in every bite.

Preparing this dessert is a breeze. Simply hollow out fresh litchis and fill them with a luscious Sandesh mixture. The result? A delightful fusion of flavours that promises to satisfy your sweet craving.

Course Dessert
Servings 4 persons (makes 8 pieces)
Preparation Time 20 minutes
Cook time Nil
Chilling time 1 – 2 hours

Ingredients for the Stuffed Litchi Sandesh
(1 cup = 200 ml; 1 tbsp = 15 ml)
8 Nos Fresh litchis, seeds removed
1 cup Fresh chenna (made from full fat milk)
1 – 2 tbsp Rose sherbet (roohafza)
½ tsp Elaichi powder
½ tsp Rose essence or gulab jal
3 – 4 tbsp Powdered sugar
1 cup Rabri (made from full fat milk)
1 tbsp Kesar sherbet
1 tsp Kesar strands, dissolved in milk
Silvered almonds for garnish
Chopped pistachios for garnish
Rose petals for garnish

Instruction for the Stuffed Litchi Sandesh
1 Mix the fresh chenna with 2 tbsp sugar, rose syrup, rose essence and elaichi powder. Mash well with your palms. The mixture should be smooth and not grainy.
2 Stuff the litchis with the above Sandesh and set aside.
3 In the rabri add the kesar strands, balance sugar and kesar sherbet. Taste and adjust the sweetness. It should not be too sweet.
4 Now in individual bowls add in a little rabri. Place the stuffed litchi on it. Chill in the fridge for 1 – 2 hours. Serve garnished with almonds, pistachios and rose petals.
June 29, 2024 By
Mains

Paneer Wrap High Protein

So many of you loved the Egg Wrap Low Calorie but wanted something in veg.
Presenting: Paneer Wrap High Protein ! 🌯

It’s packed with protein goodness and mouthwatering flavours.
Wholesome and fulfilling, it caters to your nutritional needs while offering a delightful zing with a touch of Tabasco. Ideal for those lazy evenings when you crave something delicious yet nutritious.

Course Main
Servings 2 persons
Preparation Time 10 minutes
Cook time 10 minutes

Ingredients for the Paneer Wrap High Protein
(1 cup = 200 ml; 1 tbsp = 15 ml)
4 wraps Low carb/gluten free wraps
2 – 3 tbsp Olive oil
½ tsp Garlic
½ th cup Onion chopped
¼ th cup Green capsicum chopped
1/4th cup Yellow capsicum chopped
¼ th cup Red capsicum chopped
1 – 2 tbsp Grated cheese (optional)
Chili flakes to taste
Salt to taste
A few drops of Tabasco as per taste

Instruction for the Paneer Wrap High Protein
1 Heat a pan. Add in 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté garlic, onion, the 3 capsicums for 1 – 2 minutes. Do not overcook them. Let the crunch remain.
2 Add in the paneer, cheese, salt, and chili flakes and tabasco. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Cook for 2 – 3 minutes and set aside.
3 Heat the pan and brush with a little olive oil. Cook the low carb wrap on both sides. Add a little filling on one wrap and cook again until brown spots appear. Cook the remaining wraps in the same way and serve at once.
June 23, 2024 By
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Egg Wrap Low Calorie

I love cooking with a heart full of passion, and when I was craving a wrap and scrambled eggs, I thought, why not merge both?

Featuring: Egg Wrap Low Calorie

It’s perfect for satisfying cravings while staying on track with your healthy diet.
Wholesome, nutritious, and bursting with flavour—it’s the ultimate combination that meets your health checklist and tames your cravings in one delicious bite.

Course Main
Servings 2 persons
Preparation Time 10 minutes
Cook time 5 minutes

Ingredients for the Egg Wrap Low Calorie
(1 cup = 200 ml; 1 tbsp = 15 ml)
4 Nos Whole eggs
2 tomatoes Finely chopped
1 onion Finely chopped
1 tsp Garlic minced
2 Green chilies finely chopped
1 tsp Butter
1 tsp Red chili powder
1/4th tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Pav Bhaji masala (optional)
1 tsp Dhaniya powder
1 tsp Roasted cumin seed powder
Salt to taste
1 tbsp Finely chopped coriander leaves for garnish
1 tbsp Olive oil
4 Nos Gluten / carb free low calorie wraps

Instruction for the Egg Wrap Low Calorie
1 Heat the butter in a pan. Sauté the onion, garlic, green chilies for 2 minutes. Add in the tomatoes and the masalas and cook well. Cook until the tomatoes are fully done.
2 Break the eggs in the above mixture and cook stirring continuously. Once eggs are cooked season with salt. Add in the coriander leaves for garnish. The egg filling is ready.
3 Heat ½ tsp olive oil in a pan. Cook the low carb wraps on both sides for 1 – 2 minutes. Add in the egg filling about 2 – 3 tbsp and fold and cook the wrap until brown spots appear.
4 Similarly cook the remaining wraps with the balance filling. Serve at once. This makes a delicious high protein low calorie meal.
June 21, 2024 By
Mains/ Others

Mushroom & Spinach Healthy Wrap

I’m constantly on the lookout for new dishes, and here’s what caught my eye for a healthier and delicious wrap:

Introducing the Mushroom & Spinach Healthy Wrap! Made with low-carb wraps, lightly drizzled with olive oil, and filled with sautéed mushrooms, shredded spinach, and a pinch of salt. Enhanced with a touch of Tabasco, a hint of chilli flakes, and a sprinkle of grated cheese, this creation promises a satisfying indulgence without guilt.

When are you trying this wrap?

Course Main
Servings 1 person
Preparation Time 5 minutes
Cook time 5 minutes

Ingredients for the Mushroom & Spinach Healthy Wrap
(1 cup = 200 ml; 1 tbsp = 15 ml
2 Nos Low Carb Wraps
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 cup Mushrooms chopped
1 cup Spinach washed and shredded
Salt to taste
Tabasco, a few drops
Chili flakes to taste
2 – 3 tbsp Cheese grated

Instruction for the Mushroom & Spinach Healthy Wrap
1 Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Sauté the minced garlic. Add in the mushrooms and cook on high flame until the mushrooms get charred. (The mushrooms should release their water and the water should dry out).
2 Add in spinach and cook for 2 minutes until the water dries out.
3 Season the mixture with salt, chili flakes and tabasco.
4 Heat a tawa and brush with olive oil. Cook the wrap on both sides. Add 2 tbsp of spinach mushroom filling on one wrap. Add 1 tbsp on grated cheese over the filling. Close the wrap and cook on both sides until the cheese melts a bit. Cook the other wrap in the similar manner and serve at once.
June 20, 2024 By
Drinks

Smoked Sattu Buttermilk

Featuring Smoked Sattu Buttermilk: A Cool and Earthy Refreshment! 🌞 Looking for a quick escape from the sweltering summer heat? Say goodbye to thirst with Smoked Sattu Buttermilk – a refreshing twist on a classic drink that’s both easy to make and high in protein!

Course Drink
Servings 2 persons
Preparation Time 7-8 minutes
Cook Time 1 – 2 minutes

Ingredients for the Smoked Sattu Buttermilk

( 1 cup=200 ml, 1 tbsp=15 ml)
1 cup Yogurt
4 tbsp Sattu (roasted gram flour)
1 tbsp Jeera powder
1 tbsp Cumin seeds
½ tsp Hing
1 tbsp Ghee
Black salt to taste
1 tbsp Finely chopped coriander leaves for garnish
2 cups Water (chilled)

Instructions for the Smoked Sattu Buttermilk
1 In a bowl whisk the yogurt, sattu and chilled water. Ensure there are no lumps. Add in the black salt and roasted jeera powder.
2 Heat a small clay diya. Add ghee. Get it to smoking point. Splutter the jeera seeds and hing. After a minute add the clay diya to the buttermilk mixture and cover the vessel. (The clay vessel adds the earthiness to this buttermilk). Remove the diya after 2 minutes or so.
1 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve at once.
June 1, 2024 By
Drinks

Jal Jeera

This beloved beverage is not only a treat for your taste buds but also packed with digestive benefits, making it a staple in many Indian households. Plus, it’s far superior to the ready-to-mix versions that often contain artificial ingredients. In a mixer, blend the coriander leaves, pudina leaves, lemon juice, ginger, roasted cumin seed powder, and rock salt. Once everything is well blended, strain the mixture and add some crushed ice to make it extra refreshing. Finally, garnish with some namkeen boondi. These little crunchy balls not only add texture but also enhance the overall flavour of the drink.

Course Drink
Servings 2 persons
Preparation Time 7-8 minutes

Ingredients for Jaljeera
( 1 cup=200 ml, 1 tbsp=15 ml)
1 cup Corriander leaves
½ cup Pudina (mint) leaves
1 no. Juice of lemon
½ inch pc ginger
1 tsp Roasted cumin seed (jeera) powder
Rock salt to taste
1 tbsp Sugar (optional)
Namkeen boondi (for garnish)
2 glasses Water

Instructions for the Jaljeera
1 Blend all ingredients except boondi in a mixer. Strain. Adjust the seasonings as per your taste.
2 Add crushed ice. Garnish with namkeen boondi and serve chilled.

 

May 30, 2024 By
Snacks

Bread Dhokla

Dhokla with a Twist: Introducing the Easy & Delicious Bread Dhokla! ⏰

Craving that familiar, savory snack but short on time? Look no further than the Bread Dhokla, a delightful twist on the classic Gujarati staple! Create a flavourful and tangy spread with hung curd, ginger-chili paste, and a touch of salt. Cut the 4 corners of the bread slices. Spread a thick layer of the yogurt mixture on 2 slices and cover with the remaining 2 slices. Cover with a damp muslin cloth and refrigerate for an hour.

Just before serving, heat oil and splutter the mustard seeds and curry leaves.

Give it a try and experience the magic of this innovative twist on a classic!

Course Snacks
Servings 2
Preparation Time 5 – 7 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute

Ingredients for Bread Dhokla
 ½ cup Hung yogurt
1 tsp Green chili ginger paste
 Salt to taste
1 tbsp Oil
1 tsp Mustard seeds
A few Neem leaves
4 nos  Bread slices

Instructions for the Bread Dhokla
1 Mix the hung curd, ginger chili paste and salt together. Mix and make like a spread.
2 Cut the 4 corners of the bread slices. Spread a thick layer of the yogurt mixture on 2 slices and cover with the remaining 2 slices. Cover with a damp muslin cloth and
refrigerate for 1 hour or so. (The damp cloth keeps the bread moist and doesn’t dry it up)
3 Just before serving, heat oil. Splutter the mustard seeds and curry leaves. Garnish on top of the bread slices. Cut into 4 squares and serve at once. Serve chilled.

Note:- You can also grill the bread on tawa with a little butter on both sides and serve.

May 22, 2024 By
Desserts

Mango Yogurt

As the summer sun blazes, our bodies crave cool, refreshing treats.🥭 Look no further than the perfect summer duo – luscious mangoes and creamy yogurt.
This ‘Mango Yogurt’ recipe is not just a dessert, it’s a summertime symphony in a bowl it keeps your body cool and your gut healthy too. In a bowl whisk the yogurt, sugar, ice cream and essence together. Spread a full layer in a serving bowl or mason jar. On top spread a layer of the fresh Alphonso mango puree.

Serve chilled because this recipe takes your basic yogurt to a whole new level

Course Dessert/Main
Servings 2
Preparation Time 10 minutes
Cook Time NIL

Ingredients for the Mango Yogurt
2 cups Hung yogurt
2 – 3 tbsp Powdered sugar
1 tsp Vanilla essence
½ cup Vanilla ice cream
1 cup Alphonso mango puree

Instructions for the Mango Yogurt
1 In a bowl whisk the yogurt, sugar, ice-cream and essence together.
2 Spread a full layer in a servings bowl or mason jar
3 On top spread a layer of the fresh alphonso mango puree. Chill this for 3 -4 hours.

Serve chilled.

Note:-

Use fresh full fat milk curd for this recipe. In case the mango is sour add 1 tbsp sugar to the puree.

You can increase or decrease the sugar quantity as per your taste.

May 14, 2024 By