Tag: Vegetarian Entree
Cucumber Dopyaza/Curry
Dopyaza means double the amount of onions – this preparation uses a lot of onions and aromatic whole spices to deliver a mouth-watering delicacy! I have always been a big fan of any type of dopyaza, my favorite being Kathal (jackfruit) dopyaza! I love growing vegetables in my garden and look forward to this… Continue reading Cucumber Dopyaza/Curry
Moong Palak Mathris – Spinach Lentil Savories
Diwali – the festival of lights – is one of my most favorite Indian festivals. I still remember, growing up, we used to start preparing for Diwali right after Dussehra. Deep cleaning the house, making gharondas (doll house made with bricks and clay), buying multi-colored clay utensils, etc., etc. The entire house would smell like… Continue reading Moong Palak Mathris – Spinach Lentil Savories
Guramma /Mango-Ginger Relish
Summer takes me down my childhood memory lane. Growing up in India, summer vacation meant visits to family, playtime with cousins, eating seasonal fruits and vegetable in abundance, late night card games, and fun galore! One of my favorite memories is associated with king of fruits – mangoes J My dad had to bring… Continue reading Guramma /Mango-Ginger Relish
Baingan Bharta with Sweet Mini Peppers – Roasted Eggplant Mash
Baingan (Eggplant) bharta is a popular North Indian delicacy, which is made with roasted and mashed eggplant, onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic and spices. The eggplant can be roasted over a flame, grill or in the oven but the best results come from charring over a flame or charcoal grill! Growing up, eggplant was one of… Continue reading Baingan Bharta with Sweet Mini Peppers – Roasted Eggplant Mash
Moong Paneer Curry – Mung Bean with Indian Cottage Cheese
Green moong (Mung Bean) is a super food that is packed with nutrients and is a rich source of fiber. It is a powerful source of vegetarian protein and becomes even more nutritious in sprouted form. I sprout green moong on a regular basis and love to eat them as a salad, in a stir-fry… Continue reading Moong Paneer Curry – Mung Bean with Indian Cottage Cheese
Vegetable Rava Upma – Cream of Wheat with Vegetables
Rava upma is a popular, savory Indian breakfast, especially in Southern India. It is a quick under 30 minutes meal that is enjoyed by people of all ages. Rava is also called semolina, sooji or cream of wheat. Cream of wheat is fortified with vitamins and minerals. It is rich in iron and calcium. I… Continue reading Vegetable Rava Upma – Cream of Wheat with Vegetables
Vegetarian Chili
Wishing you all a very Healthy, Prosperous, and Happy New Year! Hope your New Year is off to a great start and you are on top of your resolutions! One of my resolutions this year is to eat healthier and stay more connected with my family and friends. I would like to thank all of… Continue reading Vegetarian Chili
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
Litti Chokha
Litti Chokha is a popular dish made mainly in Bihar and Eastern Uttar Pradesh in India. Litti, somewhat similar to baati, is a whole-wheat stuffed roll. It is stuffed with sattu flour (roasted chana daal/Bengal gram) and baked to perfection. Chokha (bharta) is made with boiled potatoes and roasted eggplant, which are mashed together. You… Continue reading Litti Chokha
The Hungry Palate 