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All in indian
White poppy seeds, or posto, as they call it in my hometown, is usually prepared with potatoes and ridge gourd and its flavor is kept intact in preparations by staying away from additional spices. I used up the zucchini at hand and wasn’t disappointed. I might be also guilty of adding a tad bit of spice to my version, because I like it that way!
After coming to the Netherlands, jackfruit was not something that I frequently encountered in grocery stores, maybe once or twice I sighted something like-it in Asian supermarkets and very quickly I came to the realisation that it was a similar looking cousin durian and not really the jackfruit that I knew, oops! It was not too long ago that I came across a tin of preserved jackfruit in the Asian supermarket and I was quite curious to try my luck with that. The advantage of buying a tinned jackfruit in brine is largely that I don't have to to go through all the hassle of chopping and cleaning one, but nothing can really substitute the flavour of a fresh homegrown jackfruit. I think until I figure out where exactly jackfruit is sold fresh out here, and master the craft of chopping it up, the tins are going to be my buddies!
Curd rice is a classic south indian rice recipe with yoghurt and flavorful blend of seeds and curry leaves for tempering. Ideal for a warm summer's evening, this dinner recipe cannot get any easier and not the conventional spicy Indian meal!
This grilled fish recipe is so simple, it takes only 5 minutes to prepare this recipe, and let the oven work the rest out. That's it! This is my favorite go to grilled/baked fish recipe henceforth. Super easy, healthy, and delicious!
Dal fry is a hearty Indian lentil recipe often served in the restaurants of Mumbai. It is such a delightful comfort food, is vegan, and everything fabulous. It is my goto to beat Monday blues.
Chicken biriyani, a classic Indian rice and chicken dish prepared in layers of chicken curry and rice. The recipe originally takes a lot of time and is slow cooked, but this recipe maintains the flavours while cutting down the time in fourth. Bon apetit!
Buta dali is a classic celebratory recipe in Oriya households. The lentil recipe includes everything nutritious and healthy, from raw papaya, to wholesome lentils, and the essential turmeric.
Turmeric milk, or golden milk is a warm cup of healthy milk based drink with turmeric infused into it.
An East meets West summer salad with grilled vegetables, tandoori style grilled chicken, and a mint and yogurt dressing. Healthy and delicious!
Paneer, or cottage cheese is a very accessible ingredient in India. It is a type of white cheese which is unsalted in nature, separated from milk using pantry based acidic ingredients like lemon juice, or vinegar, and doesn’t melt upon heating. Indians love adding paneer to vegetarian curries, and store bought paneer often comes in with the relief of not preparing vegetables for meals. Just cut the paneer in cubes, and leave it in a gravy of your choice! Since paneer is made from milk, one would find almost all the nutritional properties if milk preserved after the separation process. It is rich in calcium, and iron, and provide ample energy for its mass.
Palak tofu, a healthy recipe with tofu dipped in a deliciously green spinach based gravy.
Vegan Indian masala chai with almond milk. A quick and easy recipe with satusfying results
My grandmother's fish curry recipe. A typical East Indian fish curry. Simple recipe!
One pot quick chicken curry. A simple recipe for busy weeknights.
Sambar is a traditional south Indian lentil recipe with loads of spices, flavours, and vegetables. This recipe is 100% vegan!
Baigan ka bharta, a classic Indian baked aubergine with tomato. Spicy!
Chai is ideal for gloomy days to avoid feeling under the weather. Masala chai is an Indian tea beverage made of black tea and spices.
Simple vegetarian/vegan quick lentil recipe, with coconut, vegetables, and cumin powder. Prepared in under 40 minutes.
Mango lassi, a simple greek yoghurt drink with fresh mangoes, saffron, turmeric, and ground pistachio nuts.
