Beetroot Dry Subji

A fantastic way to consume the healthy Beetroots. So, I know people who love beetroots and I can count them on fingers of my one hand. He He. Yeah. Beetroot being a favourite is something so rare that diamonds possibly cannot compete. Anyways, as doctor keep forcing us to consume beetroots we have to findContinue reading “Beetroot Dry Subji”

Tomato Chutney

A tangy, tasty, fulfilling main dish, chutney is just in the name. Yes. Though called as tomato chutney, you don’t really need to sideline this dish in the accompaniments. It is clearly a main dish that you can consume with roti, khichdi or eve a dosa. That’s what I ate it with yesterday and believeContinue reading “Tomato Chutney”

Soya and Corn Gravy

A yummy gravy for all the soya lovers. Soya chunks were introduced to me very late, I guess after my marriage at one of my hubby’s friend’s home. Neither my mom or my in-laws ever made soya chunks at home. I took an instant liking for them as yes they are a great substitute forContinue reading “Soya and Corn Gravy”

Sprouts Masala

A great snacking option with Matki Sprouts. Matki, a very common sprout in maharashtrian cuisine. Generally used in making curry, i loved eating it simply boiled. I was introduced to this recipe during my childhood. Once in a while we would eat this sprouts masala in breakfast. Be it matki, moong, chana, vatana.. same recipeContinue reading “Sprouts Masala”

Savoury Pancakes

A twist to traditional pancakes with nutrition as well. Pancakes is a classic breakfast option and sweetened with maple syrup or honey. Well banana pancakes are a favourite at my home and with my little one and so are these savoury pancakes. Traditionally in India, there are various recipes which can be noted as pancakes,Continue reading “Savoury Pancakes”

Snack Time : Kurmura Bhel

Favourite snack since childhood. And absolutely healthy too. As I see Kurmura, I go back to my childhood and that old, feeble, kurmura wala stands in front of me keeping the kurmura ka big bag down from his head and smiling at me. I guess he used to come once a week with his bigContinue reading “Snack Time : Kurmura Bhel”

Masoor Aamti / Lentils Curry

“It is Ultimate”.. was the reaction I got from my partner. Lentils are being used all over the world in different ways. I have shared a Lentils and Veggie soup earlier. This time it is going to be a masaledaar Indian curry to be slurped with hot steaming rice. (slurped – thats how my dadajiContinue reading “Masoor Aamti / Lentils Curry”

Kaandyachi Chatni / Onion Chutney

An accompaniment that you can relish as a main dish as well. My daadi, naani or even my mom and other women in my family have always being more fond of the accompaniments than the main dishes. To be honest, they cannot eat their lunch and dinners without any accompaniments. Be it pickle, chutneys, koshimbir,Continue reading “Kaandyachi Chatni / Onion Chutney”

A Quick Khichadi

Satiating your tastebuds and filling your tummy. A mix of rice and lentils with many variations, almost all homes in each part of India are very familiar with Khichadi. Khichadi, has a long history in India and has roots in much ancient times. The Greek King Seleucus, during his campaign in India (304-303 BC) mentionedContinue reading “A Quick Khichadi”