Sep 262018
 
Malai Paneer | Creamy Cottage Cheese

Paneer or Cottage Cheese is one of the most trusted and popular ingredient specially for vegetarians in India. It can be used in so many recipes and  the outcome is always rich, soft and creamy. Other paneer recipes I have posted on my blog require some sort of preparation and time. But this malai paneer ….Read More….

Jan 262018
 
Kaanji | Black Carrot Kanji | Fermented Black Carrot and Mustard Drink

Winters are retreating, still there is nip in the air. The winter bounty is in plenty and ever since I am at my parents place I am enjoying them to the fullest. I am having all the possible delicacies my mother cooks like Swanjhaney ke Phool ki Sabji, Gobhi Ke Danthal and Kali Gajar ki ….Read More….

Oct 272017
 
Restaurant Style Rajma Masala | Red Kidney Beans in Thick Gravy

Being a Punjabi, I have a strong bond with food. We punjabis live, fight and die for food in all sense. There are special dishes which have a deep connection with us, like Kaddhi Chawal, Butter Chicken, Dal Makhni, Langar wali daal, Rajma Chawal and the list goes on and on.  In some households its ….Read More….

Achari Paneer | Cottage Cheese Cubes in Spicy Indian Pickle Gravy

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Jun 092017
 
Achari Paneer | Cottage Cheese Cubes in Spicy Indian Pickle Gravy

I have been making a lot of pickles lately! Why not after all its summers and its the best time of the year when you can pickle your fruits and veggies and let them soak sume sun. I have just finished making Punjabi Aam ka Achar , you can see it in the pictures. I ….Read More….

May 312017
 
Aam Ki Launji | UP Style Raw Mango Chutney with Nigella Seeds

Every year my father sends us raw green mangoes from his yard. They are in abundance and which means I get to try so many different recipes. But honestly I find this as an excuse. I clearly enjoy trying out new ways to utilize these green raw beauties. Last year I tried Kaccha Aam Aur Lehsun ….Read More….

Nov 162016
 
Baby Corn Mushroom Masala | Baby Corn & Mushroom in Rich Cashew Gravy

We all are aware about the current financial crisis in India as a result of demonetization. I am sure this is a rough patch for all of us and I pray that soon it shall pass. In the meanwhile sit tight and control your expenses. Try to eat at home most of the time and do not panic. ….Read More….

Nov 102016
 
Punjabi Style Shalgam Ka Saag | Mashed Turnip in Indian Spices | Shaljam Ka Bhartha

Turnips are one of the most hated vegetables on the planet, this is a brutal and honest fact. This root vegetable is known as Shalgam in Hindi , শলগম Shalgom in Bengali,  Kalamohare, Sherasa in Marathi, An-tam in Mizo,  Nalla avalu in Telegu, and has many other names worldover like  swede, neeps, rapes, rapa. Irrespective of its repute ….Read More….

Keema Bharwan Chichinda | Stuffed Snake Gourd with Minced Chicken | Stuffed Padwal

 Dinner, Gluten Free, Indian Cuisine, Lunch, Main Course, Non Vegetarian, Savoury, Seasonal Food, With Chicken  Comments Off on Keema Bharwan Chichinda | Stuffed Snake Gourd with Minced Chicken | Stuffed Padwal
Oct 312016
 
Keema Bharwan Chichinda | Stuffed Snake Gourd with Minced Chicken | Stuffed Padwal

Every household has its unique eating habits. One vegetable or dish may be a regular affair for some however, unheard for many others. This depends on the culture, place and availability of resources. When I was in Mexico I explored so many local produce and included them in my daily menu and when destiny brought ….Read More….

Punjabi Pethey Ki Sabzi | Spicy Yellow Pumpkin in Indian Spices | Kaddu ki Masaledar Sabzi

 Dinner, Gluten Free, Indian Cuisine, Lunch, Main Course, Punjabi Cuisine, Savoury, Under 30 Minute, Vegetarian  Comments Off on Punjabi Pethey Ki Sabzi | Spicy Yellow Pumpkin in Indian Spices | Kaddu ki Masaledar Sabzi
Jul 062016
 
Punjabi Pethey Ki Sabzi | Spicy Yellow Pumpkin in Indian Spices | Kaddu ki Masaledar Sabzi

  Everyone has his/her own comfort food. After eating it all you can think about is love, deliciousness and indulgence. It may not be fancy schmancy but the simplicity of that dish connects you to the higher self. My Soul food is my mother’s Pethey ki Sabzi or Punjabi style Pumpkin. This recipe makes this ….Read More….

May 202016
 
Palak Mushroom | Creamy Spinach Curry with Stir Fried Mushrooms

My husband loves Palak Paneer and there is nothing else which he fancies more. Whenever we get Spinach he doesn’t let me make anything else. This time when he was away at work and the milk wasn’t sufficient to make Paneer, I tricked him by adding Mushrooms. The combination clicked and he kinda liked it. Infact he ….Read More….