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  • Personal Indian Cheese Boards

    Personal Indian Cheese Boards

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Personal Indian Cheeseboards — a desi riff on the classic party appetizer that is so effortless to put together and will leave your guests feeling so special! Use a mix of store bought and homemade elements to make them hassle-free yet still stunning!In my board, I had Cheesy Achari Paneer Tikka, Grape-Basil-Cheese Skewers, Chili Jam Nut Bread, Papad with Mango Chutney & Kachumber Salad,...

    November 1, 2023
    Comments 8
    Appetizers, Diwali
  • Steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas

    Steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas — soft, fluffy, and packed with protein, this is the ultimate Murshidabadi lunch for when you’re craving a filling and nutritious meal! Similar to idli, these Bhapiyas feature moong dal, peas, and cilantro for a flavorful, melt-in-your mouth meal!I had this at my cousin’s place in Kolkata a few summers ago and I’ve been thinking about it ever since! I...

    September 14, 2023
    Comments 0
    Breakfast, Healthy, Lunch, Traditional
  • Achari Paneer Upside Down Puff Pastry

    Achari Paneer Upside Down Puff Pastry

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Achari Paneer Upside Down Puff Pastry — with khatta-meeta paneer marinated in achari spices and a glossy honey top, this Indian-twist on the viral TikTok trend is nothing short of show stopping! Baked to flaky, golden-brown perfection, these aren’t going to last long!WATCH HOW TO MAKE ACHARI PANEER UPSIDE DOWN PUFF PASTRY: Achari Paneer Upside Down Puff Pastry — with khatta-meeta paneer marinated in...

    June 13, 2023
    Comments 9
    Appetizers, Baked, Snacks
  • Mango Sago Poke Bites

    Mango Sago Bites

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Mango Sago Bites — crunchy, creamy, sweet, and tangy, this is an effortless, colorful appetizer to entertain with this summer! A colorful mix of sweet, in-season mangoes, air-fried crispy tofu, cucumbers, and onions all tossed in a fragrant dressing featuring lemon zest, garlic, ginger, and mayo. Served on crunchy sago (sabudana) chips with a teriyaki drizzle, each bite is bursting with flavor!

    April 27, 2023
    Comments 6
    Appetizers, Snacks
  • Veggie Semolina Bites

    Baked Sooji Appe – Veggie Semolina Bites

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Veggie Semolina Bites — a healthy and delicious start to your morning, these baked savory muffins have fresh veggies, Italian seasoning, and cheese! Coming together super easily, this is a grab-and-go breakfast or snack you won’t have to think twice about! 

    April 17, 2023
    Comments 4
    Appetizers, Baked, Breakfast, Snacks
  • Thandai Mahalabiya With Rose Jelly

    Thandai Mahalabia With Rose Jelly – Middle Eastern Milk Pudding

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Thandai Mahalabia With Rose Jelly — a Holi-inspired twist on a quintessential Middle-Eastern dessert, this silky milk pudding features notes of aromatic rose and floral thandai! Served cold with a creamy, mouse-like consistency, mahalabia take simple pantry staples to make and lets you make an eye-catching mithai for Holi that’s equally simple!Mahalabia (Mehalabya) is enjoyed in countries such as Egypt, Turkey, and Greece, each...

    March 2, 2023
    Comments 3
    Desserts
  • Grilled Halloumi in Turmeric Sauce

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Grilled Halloumi in Turmeric Sauce — a delicate and vibrant dish that features a sweet and salty contrast between a warm, velvety sauce, red grapes, and rich halloumi cheese. The real magic of this dish comes from the aromatic sauce that is both nutty and floral while the satisfying halloumi makes this a show-stopping addition to any dinner menu! HOW TO MAKE GRILLED HALLOUMI...

    December 15, 2022
    Comment 1
    Appetizers
  • 7 Layer Dahi Chaat

    7 Layer Dahi Chaat

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Seven Layer Dahi Chaat - with mung bean sprouts, fluffy dhokla, crunchy papdi, tangy boondi, masala potatoes, creamy yogurt, and sweet and spicy chutneys, this is street food at its best!

    October 11, 2022
    Comments 14
    Appetizers, Chaat, Diwali
  • Tandoori Butter Board

    Tandoori Butter Board

    by Nidhi Bothra

    This Indian-inspired butter board is a fun take on the TikTok trend with Amul butter and tandoori-roasted paneer and corn! Topped with fresh veggies and chutneys, this is the ultimate crowd pleaser at your next party! Butter boards have been all over my feed the last few weeks so let’s make an Indian version: a Tandoori Butter Board! Mix together some yogurt, spices, mustard oil,...

    October 4, 2022
    Comments 5
    Appetizers, Diwali
  • Matar Tikki Chaat Sizzler

    Matar Tikki Chaat Sizzler

    by Nidhi Bothra

    Matar Tikki Chaat Sizzler — this perfect Diwali dinner is a new way to serve up everyone’s favorite chaats! Featuring Matar Tiki with Ragda, Pineapple Kebabs, and Tawa Pulao served on a cast iron plate, your family and friends are bound to love this nostalgic, innovative twist to a vegetarian sizzler!

    October 28, 2021
    Comments 5
    Chaat, Dinner, Diwali, Main Course
Rajasthan Tawa Tamancha

Rajasthani Tawa Tamancha

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Winters in Rajasthan are all about bold, comforting flavors, and this Rajasthani Tawa Tamancha cooked on a hot tawa with freshly ground masalas on a silpatta, and a ghee...

December 14, 2025
Comments 0
Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Shahi Rose Kebabs

Shahi Rose Kebabs

Published by Nidhi Bothra

These Shahi Rose Kebabs are my kind of busy-day dinner which is high in protein, comforting, and so easy to pull together. Soft inside, crisp outside, with that subtle...

December 9, 2025
Comments 4
Dinner, Healthy, Lunch, Main Course
Thai Squash Ramen

Thai Squash Ramen

Published by Nidhi Bothra

A cozy, creamy Thai-inspired vegetarian ramen made with roasted butternut squash purée, aromatic Thai curry paste, and crisp breaded tofu. Comforting, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights.

November 19, 2025
Comments 0
Bowls, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Noodles, Soup
Baked Biryani Casserole

Baked Biryani Casserole

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Baked Biryani Casserole ✨A cozy twist on traditional biryani, layered and baked like a festive casserole, this bold, colorful dish is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table!

November 17, 2025
Comments 4
Baked, Dinner, Main Course, Rice
Asian Carrot Salad

Asian Carrot Salad

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Asian Carrot Salad 🥕 A bright, refreshing, and crunchy salad made with multicolored carrots, tossed in a zingy sesame-ginger dressing and finished with a sprinkle of toasted nuts and...

November 16, 2025
Comments 0
Healthy, Lunch, Salads, Sides
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Published by Nidhi Bothra

This Roasted Butternut Squash Soup is everything I love about soup season in one bowl — cozy, nourishing, and full of deep, roasted flavor. With squash, apples, tomatoes, garlic,...

November 12, 2025
Comments 0
Soup
Pineapple Coconut Makhmali Kofta

Pineapple Coconut Makhmali Kofta

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Pineapple Coconut Makhmali Kofta — a festive favorite that brings together makhmali paneer-potato koftas filled with a sweet and spicy pineapple-coconut mix, resting in a creamy onion-tomato-cashew gravy, and...

October 15, 2025
Comments 0
Dinner, Diwali, Lunch, Main Course
Rava Matar Kachori Cups

Rava Matar Kachori Cups

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Rava Matar Kachori Cups- a modern take on a classic Indian delicacy, made with a sooji-based outer layer, a bright green pea filling, and all the colorful toppings that...

October 11, 2025
Comments 2
Appetizers, Chaat, Diwali
Burmese Samosa Soup

Burmese Samosa Soup

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Diwali, for me, has always been about laughter echoing through the house and the comforting aroma of something simmering on the stove. Back home in India, samosas were always...

October 10, 2025
Comments 0
Appetizers, Diwali, Soup

Korean Potato Dumplings with Sesame Cucumber Salad

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Bring a little twist to your Diwali menu with these Korean Potato Dumplings ✨ Soft, chewy dumplings made with potatoes, simmered in a bold Korean sesame chili sauce, and...

October 8, 2025
Comments 0
Appetizers, Diwali

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Pineapple Coconut Makhmali Kofta
Dinner, Diwali, Lunch, Main Course

Pineapple Coconut Makhmali Kofta

Pineapple Coconut Makhmali Kofta — a festive favorite that brings together makhmali paneer-potato koftas filled with a sweet and spicy pineapple-coconut mix, resting in a creamy onion-tomato-cashew gravy, and...

October 15, 2025
Comments 0
Rava Matar Kachori Cups
Appetizers, Chaat, Diwali

Rava Matar Kachori Cups

Rava Matar Kachori Cups- a modern take on a classic Indian delicacy, made with a sooji-based outer layer, a bright green pea filling, and all the colorful toppings that...

October 11, 2025
Comments 2
Burmese Samosa Soup
Appetizers, Diwali, Soup

Burmese Samosa Soup

Diwali, for me, has always been about laughter echoing through the house and the comforting aroma of something simmering on the stove. Back home in India, samosas were always...

October 10, 2025
Comments 0
Appetizers, Diwali

Korean Potato Dumplings with Sesame Cucumber Salad

Bring a little twist to your Diwali menu with these Korean Potato Dumplings ✨ Soft, chewy dumplings made with potatoes, simmered in a bold Korean sesame chili sauce, and...

October 8, 2025
Comments 0
Creamy Corn Tiki Bites
Appetizers, Diwali

Creamy Corn Tikki Bites

Crispy, creamy aur chatpata — that’s exactly what these Creamy Corn Tikki Bites are all about! Aloo-paneer tikkis, topped with a silky creamy corn white sauce and finished with...

October 7, 2025
Comments 0
Rajasthani Govind Gatta Layered Pulao
Dinner, Diwali, Main Course, Rice

Rajasthani Govind Gatta Layered Pulao

This Diwali, make your celebrations extra special with a royal centerpiece — Rajasthani Govind Gatta Layered Pulao. 🌸 Soft besan gattas stuffed with a rich mawa and dry fruit...

October 6, 2025
Comments 0
Chocolate Dry Fruit Barfi
Desserts, Diwali, Indian Sweets

Chocolate Dry Fruit Barfi

Chocolate Dry Fruit Barfi — the best make-ahead dessert to enjoy this festive season! With roasted makhana and nuts topped with a silky chocolate ganache, this barfi isn’t going...

October 27, 2024
Comments 2
Nargisi Kofta In Cashew Kewra Gravy
Curries, Dinner, Diwali, Lunch, Main Course

Nargisi Kofta In Cashew Kewra Gravy

Nargisi Kofta in velvety Cashew-Kewra Gravy, this is a leveled up main dish to impress this festive season! With soft beetroot nargisi koftas stuffed with figs, dry fruits and...

October 25, 2024
Comments 0
Sitaphal Phirni In Motichoor Cups - Custard Apple Rice Pudding
Desserts, Diwali, Indian Sweets

Sitaphal Phirni In Motichoor Cups – Custard Apple Rice Pudding

Sitaphal Phirni Motichoor Cups — the prettiest Diwali dessert that combines two of my favorite flavors! With a silky sitaphal (custard apple) phirni paired with a motichoor ladoo cup,...

October 25, 2024
Comments 6
Kesariya Rabdi Board - Saffron Rabri Platter
Desserts, Diwali, Indian Sweets

Kesariya Rabdi Board

Kesariya Rabdi Board — rich and decadent but coming together in just 20 minutes, this is the easiest Diwali dessert to impress with! Paired with mini gulab jamun, jalebi,...

October 23, 2024
Comments 9

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