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Rajasthani Gatte Ka Pulao

Rajasthani Gatte Ka Pulao

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Gatte Ka Pulao — With golden brown besan ke gatte and crisp veggies, this is a comforting rice that is enjoyed on special occasions in Rajasthan! Drawing from it’s royal roots, the depth of flavors will convince you that this pulao is truly fit for a king! WATCH HOW TO MAKE RAJASTHANI GATTE KA PULAO: To make the gatte, we’ll mix besan with our spices, green chili, ginger, and and oil. Start kneading this and add some yogurt and water to help it form a stiff dough. Then, we’ll roll and shape these into a cylindrical shape and put them into boiling water. Saute these in some oil for a crispy golden brown crust. For the pulao, start with your whole spices, cumin seeds, and aromatics. Add in your rice, water, and spices and cook covered until the rice is 60% cooked. Fold in your gatte and some veggies and cook until done and fluffy! Finish this off with a dash of garam masala, a squeeze of lemon, and some cilantro. Truly, this dish is …

Paneer Methi Masala

Paneer Methi Masala

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Paneer Methi Masala — a rich, flavorful weeknight meal that is super comforting but requires minimal work! With a tangy tomato-yogurt gravy, crisp baby shallots, and fresh methi, this is not your ordinary weeknight paneer! Warm, comforting, and ready in just 20 minutes — this has got to be on your weeknight rotation!

Rajasthani Dal Baati - Masala Baati with Dal

Rajasthani Dal Baati – Masala & Plain Baati With Dal

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Dal Baati — a quick and simple version of a Rajasthani classic! Spicy tadka dal is paired with soft, melt-in-mouth masala and plain baatis with a drizzle of ghee! I have so many childhood memories enjoying dal baati and my kids love it too. There’s nothing better than keeping traditions from back home alive here in the US! WATCH HOW TO MAKE RAJASTHANI MASALA & PLAIN BAATI WITH DAL: To make the masala baati, I’ve used a mix of wheat flour, makki ka atta, besan, and along with some spices, ginger and cilantro. We’ll add in some ghee and water and knead until soft. While this is resting, let’s make the plain baatis that turn out so soft! We’ll mix aata with suji, baking powder, ajwain, ghee, and water. Then we’ll add yogurt to make for that melt in your mouth texture. Knead this well and set aside. Then we’ll shape the baatis into balls with a little divet on top and bake. To make this quick Rajasthani dal we’ll roast our whole spices and …

Thai Mixed Vegetables

Thai Mixed Vegetables

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Thai Mixed Vegetables — fragrant and bright, this mixed vegetable has notes of kaffir lime, ginger, and garlic in a velvety coconut gravy. With crisp veggies and paneer, this is an effortless way to elevate your usual weeknight rotation! I just love Thai flavors and the way they pair with Indian ones. The softer, brighter notes of coconut, ginger, and kaffir lime work so well with the warm Indian spices. The result is a comforting, rich combination that will make you a fan in no time. WATCH HOW TO MAKE THAI MIXED VEGETABLES: Start by sauteing veggies and setting them aside. Then, I made a simple makhani gravy base with tomatoes, onion, cashews, ginger, and chili and blended it till smooth. Then, sauté your Thai red curry paste and add in the gravy. Let simmer and add in these beautiful kaffir lime and basil leaves, coconut crème, spices, and soy sauce for some depth. Fold in your paneer and mixed veggies and this is just irresistible! Rich with a touch of brightness from the kaffir …

Wholesome Dahi Millet Ki Khichdi

Sheherwali Dahi Millet Ki Khichdi

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This wholesome millet dish is inspired by the traditional Sheherwali Dahi ki Khichdi from Murshidabad in Bengal that I fell in love with when I was living in Kolkata! It’s one of my go-to weeknight meals here and it couldn’t be any easier! I wanted to give this a new twist so I tried it with millets, one of India’s biggest superfoods! This comes out super creamy and has a lovely floral taste from the almond paste, rose water, and saffron. WATCH HOW TO MAKE SHEHERWALI DAHI MILLET KI KHICHDI: The millets make it nutritious and filling since they pack protein and fiber, which makes this Khichdi perfect for a simple meal! It takes just 20 minutes to make and you can use any vegetables that you have on hand! Traditionally, this is served with green chutney, kath or mandiya, khichiya, papad, and a simple kachumber salad! It’s rich, creamy, but still super light and this will definitely be a hit! If you like this, please try my other recipes: Healthy Millet Soup with Achari …

Mango Naan Pizza

Mango Naan Pizza – Two Ways

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This is one of my favorite simple dinners: naan pizzas! Using naan as a pizza base is a game changer, it makes this recipe super quick and hassle free! For a sweet and savory combo, I love pairing a pesto base with mango, onion, jalapeños, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic glaze. For a more classic version, layer marinara sauce with onions, peppers, and cheese. Top this off with a lightly dressed mango, baby-spinach and arugula salad for more body! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MANGO NAAN PIZZA – TWO WAYS: This is one of my favorite simple dinners: naan pizzas! Using naan as a pizza base is a game changer, it makes this recipe super quick and hassle free! For a sweet and savory combo, I love pairing a pesto base with mango, onion, jalapeños, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic glaze. For a more classic version, layer marinara sauce with onions, peppers, and cheese. Top this off with a lightly dressed mango, baby-spinach and arugula salad for more body! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE …

Pyaaz Kachori Taquitos

Pyaaz Kachori Taquitos

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Pyaaz Kachori Taquitos — with a flavorful Jaipur pyaaz ki kachori inspired filling, red garlic chutney, melty cheese, and fresh veggies, this is the perfect way to use up leftover rotis! Quick to assemble and great for school lunch or an easy meal, Indian-Mexican fusion has never been this easy! WATCH HOW TO MAKE PYAAZ KACHORI TAQUITOS: Pyaaz Kachori Taquitos — with a flavorful Jaipur pyaaz ki kachori inspired filling, red garlic chutney, melty cheese, and fresh veggies, this is the perfect way to use up leftover rotis! Quick to assemble and great for school lunch or an easy meal, Indian-Mexican fusion has never been this easy Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d love to hear how the recipe turned out and what you think in the comment section below. Find me on and share your creation with me!

Masala Moong Pulao

Masala Moong Pulao

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Masala Moong Pulao — add a burst of bold flavors to your weeknight meals with this protein-packed masala moong (mung beans) pulao that’s infused with aromatic Italian herbs and a hint of garam masala. This is a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for using up leftover rice and loaded with colorful veggies for a nutritious boost! Serve it up with a side of refreshing raita or dahi for a complete and satisfying meal made with simple ingredients you always have on hand! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MASALA MOONG PULAO: Masala Moong Pulao — add a burst of bold flavors to your weeknight meals with this protein-packed masala moong (mung beans) pulao that’s infused with aromatic Italian herbs and a hint of garam masala.This is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for using up leftover rice and loaded with colorful veggies for a nutritious boost! Serve it up with a side of refreshing raita or dahi for a complete and satisfying meal made with simple ingredients you always have on hand! Subscribe to my …

Skillet Taco Mac and Cheese

Skillet Taco Mac ‘n Cheese

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Skillet Taco Mac ’n Cheese — a Mexican twist to the ultimate comfort food, this is a festive way to spice up some velvety, rich mac ’n cheese! Baked to golden brown perfection with a breadcrumb topping and served with pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream for for some heat and freshness, this is a timeless riff that will never fail to put a smile on someone’s face! You can enjoy this Skillet Taco Mac ’n Cheese with: Mango Guacamole Strawberry Salsa Pico de Gallo (Salsa) WATCH HOW TO MAKE SKILLET TACO MAC ‘N CHEESE Skillet Taco Mac ’n Cheese — a Mexican twist to the ultimate comfort food, this is a festive way to spice up some velvety, rich mac ’n cheese! Baked to golden brown perfection with a breadcrumb topping and served with pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream for for some heat and freshness, this is a timeless riff that will never fail to put a smile on someone’s face! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU …

Achari Dum Aloo

Achari Dum Aloo

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Achari Dum Aloo — with layers of comforting spice and fork-tender baby potatoes, this is a quintessential Indian sabzi that features a rich onion-tomato gravy. With tanginess from achaar (pickles) and mustard oil to cut through the richness, you can dress this Aloo Dum up or down for a delicious meal! WATCH HOW TO MAKE ACHARI DUM ALOO: Achari Dum Aloo — with layers of comforting spice and fork-tender baby potatoes, this is a quintessential Indian sabzi that features a rich onion-tomato gravy. With tanginess from achaar (pickles) and mustard oil to cut through the richness, you can dress this Aloo Dum up or down for a delicious meal! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d love to hear how the recipe turned out and what you think in the comment section below. Find me on and share your creation with me!