I grew up in a joint family, so our family was big and always excited for these two days of the year. Its been more than 5 years that I enjoyed this festivity, and preparing all the food just brings me closer to home. Anyway, my extended family, cousins everybody on those two days would be with us for those two days to celebrate this festival. My favorite part of this festival was the evening sky....

Judging by the ingredients, many of you will expect today’s Potato Korma recipe to be tasty. Yes, I am confident about your positive reaction to this aloo korma. I did blog a recipe for Aloo Korma earlier but today’s recipe is a slight variation. Just an addition of few more ingredients to the original korma recipe, changes the flavor profile tremendously. The clean flavors of the vegetarian korma makes it an immensely satisfying side with flavored rice like biryani, pulao, roti or chapati....

Why You Need To Make This Simple Prosciutto Appetizer If you’ve never had Prosciutto Wrapped Brie before, let me introduce you to what could be the best holiday appetizer (maybe even the best appetizer) you’ve ever tasted. The savory and salty prosciutto pairs perfectly with the creamy, butteriness of the brie. Add in some sugar-free preserves and you’ve got a sweet, salty, and delightfully low carb appetizer that’s sure to wow both you and your guests....

What Is Rajgira? Rajgira flour comes from the seeds of the Amaranth Plant. This flour has not only a very earthy and delicious taste but is also packed with nutrients. One of the main benefits of including Rajgira it helps control insulin resistance. Packed with protein and fiber, this flour has tremendous benefitting health properties. What Are Amaranth Flour Bhakris? Bhakris were originated in the state of Maharashtra, India. Traditionally Bhakris are made using all kinds of flours....

Make it as a special side for Christmas or Thanksgiving, serve it up with a juicy steak for date night, or simply cook it in the oven alongside a shop-bought chicken kiev, because it’s a Wednesday, you’re tired, and you need an easy tea. Broccoli tends to be my go-to veg of choice, and I do serve it up with LOTS of dishes. Most of the time I simply serve it stir-fried or steamed, but it’s so much fun to change it up a bit, and cook it a little be differently!...

National S’mores Day, August 10th, is not a holiday to take lightly. I’m bringing you sweatpants-necessary s’mores brownie cupcakes complete with a toasty marshmallow topping because it’s not a s’more unless it’s toasty. These S’mores Brownie Cupcakes Are: Everything we love about s’mores in cupcake form Easier to make than you think Ultra decadent and chocolatey dessert recipe Made using my chewy fudgy frosted brownies batter Topped with homemade marshmallow creme Great for summer potlucks, picnics, and BBQs Always a crowd pleaser!...

Fingers crossed you love s’mores and all the delicious flavors the campfire treat brings. Crackling fire or not, I love serving this nostalgic dessert in many different forms. With desserts like no bake s’mores cake, s’mores brownie cupcakes, s’mores brownie pie, s’mores rice krispie treats—and now s’mores chocolate mousse—we can all agree that s’mores-ifying desserts is never going out of style. National S’mores Day is August 10th, so I’m using this celebration as an excuse to show you how to make real chocolate mousse....

This recipe is available to paid subscribers of my newsletter, The Flavor Files on Substack. I love these photos – with regards to the art hanging, I leave that to my boyfriend 🙂 He’s the one with the eye. Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ

Dairy is pretty popular in India, the fact that I grew up eating plain yogurt at any time of the day, is probably a good testament to this fact. Cheese however as we think of it here in the West, is made in a very different manner in India. Rennet and fermentative bacteria are not the tools of choice when it comes to preparing Indian cheeses but rather acid and heat coagulate the proteins in milk....

Channa Dal (Bengal Gram) is nutritious and has a sweet, nutty flavor and is easily digested. Its a popular lentil in India and generally used in dal dishes and to prepare savories. Channa dal is roasted and powdered into chickpea flour (besan), another widely used ingredient in nearly every regional Indian cuisine. Besan is the basic ingredient in preparing bajjis,a popular snack in India. Ingredients: 1 bunch of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves, picked, washed chopped 1 small cup senaga pappu (channa dal, split bengal gram) 1 tsp coriander pwd 1/2 tsp red chilli pwd 2 cups water 1/3 tsp turmeric pwd (pasupu, haldi) 1 tbsp oil 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 4 garlic flakes finely chopped pinch of asafoetida (hing) 1 green chilli finely chopped 2 medium tomatoes finely chopped salt Wash the channa dal and add two cups of water, salt, coriander pwd and turmeric pwd pressure cook till one whistle....

One pot dishes are my quick fix meals on busy days. I made Tomato rice today. Simple recipe with minimal spices. The sweet tart juices of tomato are beautifully absorbed by the rice yielding a subtly spiced dish that was well-loved by my family. Use nice red juicy tomatoes when trying this recipe. 1 Heat oil+ghee in a vessel or pressure cooker, add the curry leaves, sliced onions, green chillis, cloves, cinnamon and cardamoms and stir fry for 5 mts....

If you’re looking for a lighter lunch that’s satisfying and flavourful, this is the one for you. Cauliflower is given a serious upgrade with the addition of parmesan (you can replace with vegetarian-Italian-style hard cheese for a vegetarian version), herbs and seasoning.Yes you can bake them if you like, but honestly, they’re 10 times better when they’re fried in a pan with a little oil until golden brown. 📋 What do we need?...

Sometimes simple is best – especially when it comes to pasta. Making a meal where you’re using just a few quality ingredients, without having to chop up and/or fry off meat, is not only a time saver, but I think it makes you appreciate how seriously good and comforting a simple bowl of pasta can be. This vongole (clam) spaghetti is quick to prepare, light and yet incredibly satisfying. It falls into my go-to group of extra-simple pasta dishes – which also has some of these favourites ⤵️:...

Why You’ll Love This Fun And Flavorful Recipe Effortless Cooking. This Spam Fried Rice is a breeze to prepare. It’s a one-pan wonder, and you won’t need to spend hours in the kitchen. Delicious and Savory. You’ll fall in love with the rich, savory flavors this dish offers. The combination of Spam, vegetables, and seasonings creates an explosion of taste. Versatile. Spam Fried Rice is like a culinary canvas. You can customize it with your favorite ingredients, making it perfect for using up leftovers or whatever you have on hand....

The prune’s journey is interesting, as I learned when I got to visit the orchards in California with the California Dried Plum Board. The fruits are collected by shaking the branches till the ripe plums fall off and are collected in large wooden boxes. They are then spread out in a single layer and left to dry to create a somewhat large wrinkled fruit that’s now richer and more concentrated in its flavor than it was once before....

No reviews This recipe first appeared in my column in the San Francisco Chronicle. 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 tsp ground green cardamom ½ teaspoon ground ginger 2 cups/180 g grated coconut, fresh or frozen (if frozen, thawed) ½ cup/100 g packed jaggery, dark brown sugar, or muscovado For the crepes 2 cups/280 g all-purpose flour ½ tsp fine sea salt 1 large egg 2 ½ cups/600 ml whole milk Unsalted butter or oil for frying For the crepes Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment....

Why You’ll Love It Easy. Prep your veggies, cook the ground beef, layer it up, and bake until flavorful and bubbly.Low Carb. Only net carbs per serving!Versatile. Adjust the ingredients to include your favorite low carb taco fillings for a meal your whole family will love. Delicious. Absolutely bursting with tons of taco flavor. A comforting meal that’s low in carbs yet high in taste, proving that you don’t have to compromise on flavor to honor your dietary goals....

Why You’ll Love This Spectacular Sandwich Quick and Easy. Ready in just minutes, making it perfect for a quick meal or snack.Flavorful. Packed with the vibrant flavors of pesto sauce, turkey, and fresh vegetables.Versatile. Customize with your favorite ingredients for a sandwich tailored to your taste buds.Satisfying. A hearty and wholesome meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Indulge in the deliciousness of this Turkey Pesto Sandwich, perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual lunch at home or a picnic in the park....

Now that we’re talking about cookies, it’s time to discuss the results of a cookie experiment I recently ran. In many cookie recipes, including mine, there’s often a request to let freshly made cookie dough in the refrigerator “rest.” This rest is supposed to help with two things; improve flavor and texture. Let’s look at the first claim – resting improves the flavor of cookie dough. To continue reading this article, please visit my newsletter, The Flavor Files....

Feta is good, but this whipped feta dip? Now that is something else. It’s basically a way to make feta taste even creamier, and in a form that means you can spread it on or dip it in everything! The perfect appetizer! Use as a dip for veggies such as carrots, cucumber, celery and peppers Load it onto pita bread, pita chips or crackers Drizzle it on wraps or cooked meats (especially barbecued meat)...