Falafel

Falafel

  Falafel is a Middle Eastern Food, that has originated in Egypt. It is deep fried and is traditionally made with Fava beans or Chickpea. I have made it using chickpea.  It is served with pita bread, tahini dip, tabouleh, fresh salad, pickled veg, and hummus. It is vegan and is protein rich. It can … Read more

Saag Paneer

Saag paneer

Saag paneer is a very popular dish prepared in the houses of North India. “Saag” refers to fresh green leafy vegetables such as spinach, mustard leaves (sarson), bathua leaves, amaranth leaves, fenugreek leaves. It is also prepared using a combination of these different green leafy vegetables. Paneer or potato is added to the cooked green … Read more

Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin soup

Pumpkin Soup is a thick and creamy soup. Pumpkin is rich in antioxidants. The soup is quick and easy to make. It is gluten-free and vegan.  You can make the soup in big batches and freeze into small containers and enjoy it warm for a comfort weeknight meal with a piece of bread of your choice. … Read more

Kadha/Ukado/Decoction Of Herbs And Spices

Kadha/Ukado/Decoction Of Herbs And Spices

    Be it monsoon or chilled winter, this homemade kadha will help you fight against a cough, cold, fever, stomach infection and indigestion. This homemade remedy can be made from the ingredients easily available in the home and is thus inexpensive. I make this kadha regularly at home and we enjoy it drinking hot after our dinner. … Read more

Pasta In Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Pasta in creamy Mushroom sauce

This creamy pasta is a treat for mushroom lovers. The process of making the mushroom sauce is very simple and yet it gives a very nice flavor to the dish. When we were moving to Sydney from India, we had a stopover and flight change at Singapore Airport.  My son was hungry and we ordered … Read more

Tomato Saar/ Spiced Tomato Soup

Tomato Saar/ Spiced Tomato Soup

  My mother (Rekha Ramolia) is Maharashtrian and hence I have grown up relishing the Maharashtrian delicacies made by her. I love the tomato saar that she makes. She serves it with masale bhaat or pulao. It is sweet, tangy and spiced with green chili and ginger. The tempering made by heating ghee and frying … Read more

Dudhi Batata Nu Shaak/Bottlegourd Potato Curry/Lauki Aloo Ki Sabji

Dhudhi batata nu Shaak/bottlegourd curry/lauki aloo sabji

Dhudhi batata nu Shaak/bottle gourd curry/lauki aloo sabji is a regular curry made in Indian houses. It is served with roti, dal, rice, and salad to make a complete meal. It is very quick and easy to make dish and light on the stomach. It does not use any garlic or onion. This recipe has the … Read more