Such was the case with this dressing, which was originally supposed to be cashew butter hummus. Sounds good (and weird), right? Well, it turned out to be more weird than good, and then after a series of adjustments it somehow morphed into this seriously delicious miso tahini dressing — and I’m not mad about it. This is the perfect creamy dressing for kale salads, Asian-inspired dishes, bowl meals, and beyond....
What is Rava Kesari? This is the popular south Indian sweet dish made with semolina, ghee, sugar and saffron. If you literally translate, rava means ‘semolina or suji’ and kesari means ‘orangey saffron color’. Because it is a sweet dish, it is eaten as a dessert after a meal or along with a meal. It is also offered as a naivedyam (prasad) to the God during pooja or festivals (like Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, Krisha Ashtami) and then distributed amongst the devotees....
The same sheera (garnished with tulsi leaves and served with sliced bananas and pomegranate arils) is made for Satyanarayan Katha (puja) as a prasad. Satyanarayan Prasad Recipe This sheera is offered to God as a prasadam while performing ‘Satyanarayan Katha’ or any other pooja like Devi pooja or Ganesh pooja. Elders in my house say that ‘Satyanarayan pooja is incomplete without sheera as a prasad. Basically, on pooja day, devotees keep fast for the whole day....
Friends, I have a solution. Rich chocolate truffles with plenty of decadent flavor and a hint of spice thanks to cayenne, nutmeg and cinnamon. Dates bring it all together and make it sweet. Sweet, spicy, chocolaty – I think we have all the bases covered, right? These vegan truffles were inspired by the most adorable person on earth, Ashlae from Oh, Lady Cakes. I stumbled upon her blog a few months back and promptly sent her an email titled “friend request” that expressed how fabulous I thought she and her blog were, specifically her raw cacao ice cream....
I have just the thing. Shall we? I’ve had straight-up cantaloupe (good).I’ve had tomato, cucumber, onion salad (also good).But I’ve never had the two combined – until now. I’m so happy I tried this incredibly refreshing combination. It screams warm weather and utilizes two simple dressings that come together in no time at all. In fact, this recipe requires just 10 ingredients and roughly 20 minutes to prepare. That’s fast....
This sweet corn vada is very easy to make. It requires very minimal ingredients. Grated or coarsely ground corn is used here. Pieces of bread slices are also added. It act as a binding agent. We are not using any kind of flour for making vada. When the bread is fried, it gets crispy. Hence the vada has crispy texture from outside while soft from inside. No dry spices are required to make the corn vada....
That being said, I couldn’t help but take my affection for sweet potato fries beyond savory settings. I kept dreaming about this big pile of sweet potato fries doused in all things sweet. Turns out, this was a good idea. Next girls night I have, I know what I’m making. Just because these are dessert fries doesn’t mean they’re unhealthy. In fact, they pack in 5 superfoods in their warm, sticky-sweet glory....
Serve it with raita (like onion raita, cucumber raita) and papad to make it a filling meal. ❤️ About Tawa Pulao Recipe Tawa pulao is one of the popular (Mumbai) Indian street foods. The street vendors (or restaurants) who serve pav bhaji also have this delicious pulao on their menu. These street vendors make pav bhaji on the large tawa. They also make pulao on this same tawa hence the name tawa pulao....
One of the quintessential flavors of the holidays is gingerbread. I’ve made ginger cookies and a small army of gingerbread men before, but never waffles. However, this recipe has been brewing in my mind for a while now and I was so pleased that it only took one try to get it right! I honestly half expected to see a crumbly mess upon opening up the waffle iron since the batter is vegan....
Guys, you’ve never had lasagna like this before. Trust me. Origins of Lasagna Perhaps like many of you, we were under the impression that lasagna originated in Italy. Turns out, its origin history is more complicated! Some say the concept originated in ancient Greece where layered dough sheets (called laganon) were cut into strips and baked. Others claim it resembles a Roman dish recorded in a cookbook in the 1st century AD....
The ingredients list for these cookies is simple: Peanut ButterGraham crackersFlaxseedBrown SugarUnbleached flourVegan butterJam That’s it! I can almost bet you have all of these items on hand. I love it when that happens. In addition to the ingredients being minimal, the process is about as simple as it gets. Simply mix your wet ingredients in one bowl, add in your dry, mix and you’re good to go! Just roll those babies out and them give them a thumbprint....
It’s a filling plant-based and gluten-free entrée on its own but would also be lovely served with a sandwich or salad. Just 45 minutes stand between you and this warm and comforting dish — let’s make soup! How to Make Vegan White Bean Soup This 1-pot soup begins with sautéing onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for a flavorful base. It’s seasoned with salt and pepper, then we add dried or fresh thyme for an herby touch....
Solution? This salad. This may appear to be just another salad, but don’t be fooled. It requires just 5 minutes and 1 bowl to make, and the dressing doesn’t require mixing! Oh yeah. It’s literally a lazy cook’s dream: Dump a bunch of ingredients in a bowl and call it a meal. And it’s healthy! Does it get any better than that? I created this salad after a spree of testing dessert recipes for the holidays....
It’s essentially a vegetarian version of Chipotle burrito bowls, only the sole menu item is a rice bowl with black beans, salsa, veggies, avocado, olives, optional sour cream and cheese, and something they call Tali sauce. What is this mysterious Tali sauce? What makes it vibrant neon yellow? What makes it taste so good? These were questions that kept me up at night. So I went to the drawing board to see if I could come up with something similar....
It’s lemony, garlicky, herby, and incredibly creamy thanks to buttery avocado. Simply toss the pasta of your choice in this delicious sauce and add any seasonal veggies you have on hand and call it a meal or picnic-friendly side. Let us show you how it’s done! How to Make Avocado Pasta Sauce The star of this pasta salad is the sauce. It’s made with a creamy avocado base, brightened up with fresh herbs and lemon, and packs a punch from garlic, coconut aminos, salt, and pepper....
In this recipe, The gravy is usual punjabi style onion-tomato gravy. But the addition of yogurt adds little tang to it. All the spice powders added are basic and it is available in any Indian household Here in USA, I rarely get my hands on these small potatoes. But whenever I buy a bag of it, I make either dum aloo or lasaniya batata. But this time I forced myself to make something else....
Monsoon season is already started in India. This is the right time when butta and american corns are in season. So I thought of sharing corn recipes on the blog. Though we still have summer going on here in states. Today I am sharing the basic yet delicious, plain buttered cup corn. The buttery flavors goes perfect with American sweet corns. This is my favorite one, while hubby prefers the spicy version masala corn over mild flavors....
Plus, it’s dairy-free, naturally sweetened with dates, and requires just 8 ingredients and 10 minutes to make. Let us show you how it’s done! Origins of Chai Masala chai is a creamy, spiced tea that’s most popular in India but is now enjoyed around the world. The spices used vary depending on the recipe, but common ones include cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and ginger. Our chai-spiced hot chocolate takes inspiration from the warming, sweet, and spicy flavors of masala chai and puts a chocolaty twist on it!...
❤️ You’ll Love This Chana Dal Recipe Healthy & comforting meal: This makes a cozy homestyle meal when served with piping hot instant pot basmati rice or pulao with a side of papad, kachumber salad, or mango pickle. Leftover dal makes a great lunch box. Pack some rice and salad in a separate container and reheat in the microwave right before having lunch. Freezer friendly: make a big batch of this instant pot chana dal recipe and freeze it in individual portions for later....
Nutritious oats, seeds, and flaked almonds are mixed with dates and tart dried cherries and coated in an almond-maple mixture. The result is a perfectly sweet, chewy, wholesome bar of goodness with a hint of tartness that’s perfect for a light snack or healthier dessert. Throw them in your bag, give them to your kids, or keep a few in your freezer for when hunger strikes. Let us show you how it’s done!...
