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All in under 30 minutes
We set off to make some veggie burger the other evening with thai infused flavours. We had a bit of everything in this burger, which made it super special. We had fresh thai flavors from the lemongrass, intense fragrance induced by mushrooms and the red chili kick for that satisfying feeling. It was one happy evening to recall with my happy family!
How can we ever say no to a vegetarian burger made out of paneer and chickpea? It was crunchy, packed with loads of amazing flavours, and everything that would make us happy over a good meal with family and friends!
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!
I believe that a good spicy Thai yellow curry possesses the fix to all troubles. I am in love with the Surendra's curry at Wagamama, a Japanese fast food restaurant with amazing South Asian recipes, from Ramens to Curries. This recipe got me a few inches closer to the Surendra's curry and took me only 20 minutes to stir together.
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!
Vegan burger patties are amazingly hearty for a weeknight meal. These can also be made ahead and frozen to be later served as an easy and quick weeknight dinner.
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!
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.
Upma is a highly loved south Indian breakfast recipe made of semolina, and flavoured with turmeric, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. Indians prefer it with a dollop of freshly prepared coconut chutney by the side.
With porridge, it comes down to some really humble ingredients and is one of those things, the taste of which totally relies on one's imagination. I think what makes each recipe special is the story behind it, and the stories one shares while having it. I for some reason felt wintery on the morning that we had this one, typical Dutch summers I would say :P Since it is the season of sweet fruits, and wild peaches are aplenty at the farmer's market, I put together this bowl of pure joy for our breakfast with some of the nicest wild peaches that I have ever had! I hope you enjoy the recipe, bon appetit!
A quick cinnamon granola recipe for those lazy weekend mornings. Made in under 20 minutes, these leave the home smelling like a bakery!
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that originated from the Veneto region. Formed out of layers of ladyfingers dipped in espresso and layered between a mascarpone, and custard mix, this makes the best way to beat the Monday blues! I love my tiramisu with a nice cup of cappuccino and some Frank Sinatra in the background. Delish!
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.
A colorful grilled vegetable salad bowl and yoghurt tahini dressing
Palak tofu, a healthy recipe with tofu dipped in a deliciously green spinach based gravy.
A quick and simple one pot Thai inspired vegetarian yellow curry
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 and quick green pea and potato curry in spiced greek yoghurt sauce with garam masala and fresh coriander. Prepared in under 30minutes.
