The days spent as a student are the best. When I was a student I used to think grown ups are lucky, they don’t have to study for hours and stress over exams and grades, obviously I had no idea about the grown up responsibilities and stresses!! I wish I could go back into the…
Tag: Easy Recipe
AVOCADO PARATHA WITH SPINACH AND MINT (PREPARATION TIME:20 MINUTES, MAKES:6-7)
Growing kids are always hungry for snack, right? We mom’s struggle to find healthy snacking options for kids. For me it’s always been a combination of fruits, yogurt, cheese sticks, sandwiches and our good old Indian Paratha. I would say paratha is my favorite, because I can sneak in many veggies, even the ones they…
KALE CHANE CURRY (PREPARATION TIME:45 MINS, SERVES:4)
Freezing temperatures leave me craving for something warm, tangy and a little spicy, the kale chane curry is the exact remedy to satisfy all these cravings and more. Since I have always been fond of cooking, whenever I come across a well made dish, I immediately want to learn how to make it. The story for…
PEPPER CHICKEN (PREPARATION TIME: 1 HOUR; SERVES:6)
I really like the flavor of pepper in most foods, so naturally I was drawn to Pepper Chicken when I had it at a friend’s place for the first time. The spiciness that pepper adds is very different from the red chili powder we Indians are used to having in our food. Also the use of a…
WHITE CHOCOLATE, CRANBERRY AND PECAN BARS (PREPARATION TIME: 50 MINUTES, MAKES: 40 SQUARE BARS)
Tis the season to be jolly,Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la I simply love this time of the year. Having studied in a convent school in India, Christmas has had a very special place in my life. Celebrations in school started early December with decorations in the Church, hallways, classrooms and singing of Christmas carols in the morning assembly. Those memories…
Kerala Style Chicken Curry (Preparation Time: 40 mins; Serves: 4-6)
I truly appreciate south Indian cuisine. It offers wide variety of food that is rich and complex in taste, thanks to a symphony of spices. A good south Indian meal leaves a deep sense of satisfaction and feeling of lasting goodness. I attribute my fondest experiences of south Indian meals to my friend Sandhya (and…
Leftover Rice Cutlet (Preparation Time: 30 Minutes, Makes 10-12 Cutlets)
It is very difficult to anticipate the family’s appetite to exact proportions. All of us have leftovers at the end of the day. While some left over food actually tastes better the next day (read meat and chicken), most other loses its appeal and has are no takers. Steamed rice is one of the most common…
Makhane Ki Chaat (Preparation Time: 15 minutes; Serves: 4)
We are a chaat loving family. Paani puri, Chaat papdi or Aaloo tikki – we bring street food home. I always keep green chutney (cilantro/mint) and khatti-meethi chutney (tamarind) ready, so whenever chaat craving strikes I am armed to dish out a yummy chaat. Yesterday while roasting makhane, mom recalled eating makhane ki chaat at…
Black beans, Cucumber and Sweet Peppers Salad (Preparation Time:30 minutes, Serves: 4-6)
My friend Sargam is very modest about her cooking skills. Yet she does not cease to surprise everyone with ever so delicious food and yummy snacks. The best thing is that her recipes are quick and simple. She served us this summer salad last month when we visited her. We instantly fell in love with…