Uncategorized · Vegetarian

Punjabi Kadhi Pakoda- Spinach and Onion Fritters in spicy and tangy Yogurt Sauce

Kadhi Pakora is a very comforting, soulful, vegetarian Indian meal. Kadhi is a yogurt and chickpea flour based sauce and is prepared differently in different parts of India. Pakodas are chickpea flour fritters that are added to the kadhi and the combination of kadhi pakoda with some steamed rice is absolutely divine! This is a… Continue reading Punjabi Kadhi Pakoda- Spinach and Onion Fritters in spicy and tangy Yogurt Sauce

Desserts

Besan Laddoos

Besan laddoo does not need any introduction! One of the most popular Indian sweet made during Diwali. They are synonymous with Lord Ganesha and Diwali Puja. These have been my favorite ever since I can remember and now they are my kids’ absolute favorite Indian sweet. I still love besan laddoos sold outside Mahaavir Sthan… Continue reading Besan Laddoos

Desserts

Besan Kaju Peda – Chickpea Flour and Cashew Fudge

In Indian culture, every festival, special occasion, and ceremony is incomplete without the preparation of sweets. There are several variations of Indian sweets – some are milk based, flour based, fruit based, and some made with nuts. Peda is a popular Indian dessert, which has a fudgy and melt-in the-mouth texture. On the auspicious occasion… Continue reading Besan Kaju Peda – Chickpea Flour and Cashew Fudge

Appetizers · Vegetarian

Onion, Kale and Dill Pakoras – Vegetable Fritters

Pakoras – My dear husband’s ultimate craving food during rainy and cold season!! I am sure this is a very common tradition in most Indian households. Last weekend, I made these yummy, crispy, Indian appetizers for my friends and everyone loved them! They are deliciously paired with spicy and tangy cilantro-mint dipping sauce or chutney.… Continue reading Onion, Kale and Dill Pakoras – Vegetable Fritters

Vegetarian

Besan ki machhli – Gram flour crepes in mustard gravy

This Mother’s Day, when I asked my mummy about her favorite food that her mom used to make; it took her a few minutes to recall! She has always cooked my dad’s favorite or ours all her life so she was really excited to think about some of “her” food that she cherished growing up!… Continue reading Besan ki machhli – Gram flour crepes in mustard gravy