Recipes

This Chocolate Burfi Peda Bark is a lovely dessert made with layers of chocolate burfi (peda) and white chocolate that’s topped off with dried fruits, flowers, and spices! There’s strawberries for acidity, lavender buds for a great aroma, and chopped pistachio for an added saltiness. Chocolate Burfi Bark
Featuring three delicious curries, mixed vegetables in white gravy, lobia - black eyed beans masala, dum aloo with Malabari parantha and a host of side dishes, this Indian Thali platter is a super flavorful, easy to make meal. Elevated with rich spices like saffron and balanced with tangy, acidic undertones the thali is balanced and nutritious as well! Indian Thali Platter (Instant Pot or Stovetop)
Rich, creamy, and decadent in every way, this Mixed Vegetables in White Gravy (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is the easiest way to elevate a simple weeknight dinner! Featuring a medley of vegetables paired with lovely aromatics like saffron and rose, it goes great with naan or rice for a simple, yet elegant meal! Mixed Vegetables in White Gravy (Instant Pot or Stovetop)
Rich with spices, garlic, and onions, this Dum Aloo - Potato Curry (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is a super flavorful, quick dish! Baby potatoes are coated in a semi-wet gravy that’s bursting with spicy, tangy, earthy flavors! Dum Aloo – Potato Curry (Instant Pot or Stovetop)
Super flavorful with sweet and tangy notes, these protein packed Lobia-Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is an insanely quick and tasty recipe. Try this with rice or naan bread for a tasty healthy meal! Lobia – Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop)
Packed full of various spices, textures, and flavors, this Saffron Rose Dates Sabudana Chaat is a perfect meal to try during the Navaratri Vrat. It’s elevated with saffron, rose, dates, and other ingredients that you typically don’t see in a chaat. It’s a super simple dish that comes together in less than 10 minutes. Aromatics like cilantro, lemon, and black pepper create a very fragrant, slightly tangy, and a little sweet chaat. Saffron Rose Sabudana Chaat With Dates
This Muradabadi Dal Chaat, a famous Indian street food, features healthy protein packed yellow moong dal lentils topped with a variety of fresh vegetables and spices. It’s a decadent, yet delightfully simple dish that is sure to warm you up as the weather starts to become cooler. Muradabadi Dal Chaat – Indian Street Food
This vegan Golden Turmeric Citrus Ramen features miso paste, fresh turmeric root, lemon zest and cilantro infusion. Ladled over rice noodles with a medley of vegetables and tofu, it’s a hearty, warming meal that’s perfect for the colder weather! Vegan Golden Turmeric Citrus Ramen
Dotted with aromatic spices like cardamom, cumin, and biryani masala, this Instant Pot Saffron Rose Biryani is a dish fit for kings! Super rich and luxurious, it has paneer, beets, and peas for a rice dish that’s full of complex textures and flavors! Serve it for dinner parties or make it for busy weekday meals and no one will know just how easy this dish is! Saffron Rose Biryani – Instant Pot or Stovetop
Coconut Chocolate Burfi Truffles, an elegant refinement of traditional coconut sweets! Super easy to make in 15 minutes and with a layer of dark chocolate, they are the perfect way to incorporate a modern twist on a timeless classic this Rakhi season! The magic all happens in a single saucepan where condensed milk, coconut, and milk are combined with some ghee and cardamom for aromatics! From there you just have to shape them, refrigerate, and eat! Coconut Chocolate Burfi Truffles
These cucumber cups with a dynamic filling of veggies, dates, spices, and chutneys are the ultimate appetizer for a burst of tangy, crunchy flavors! The filling has dates, carrots, sprouts, and onions paired with chaat masala, and lemon for an innovative spin on almost a vegetable chaat! Crunchy Cucumber Cups
Enjoy the tropical, tangy flavor of a piña colada through this pasta salad with a fruity Hawaiian dressing, crunchy vegetables, and fresh pineapple chunks! The Pina Colada Pasta Salad also features delicious, fresh vegetables like cabbage, peppers, onions, and edamame that makes for a crunchy, protein-packed dish. Piña Colada Pasta Salad
Exquisitely tangy and complexly crafted, this Sprouted Chickpeas Mango Pickle is the perfect condiment to add drama and dynamism to any Indian meal! Layered with probiotics from the sprouted chickpeas and fermentation, it’s a super healthy side that keeps your stomach cool! Sprouted Chickpeas Mango Pickle
Nepali Kwati Daal (Mixed Lentil Stew) - Instant Pot or Stovetop, packed full of proteins from the legumes, making it perfect for vegetarians to get their daily dose of vitamins and minerals. It’s creamy, toothy, and super aromatic for all of your heartwarming needs! Nepali Kwati Daal (Mixed Lentil Stew) – Instant Pot or Stovetop
These nutritious, wholesome No-Bake Oats & Nuts Energy Bites are the only snack you’ll need for your sweet tooth cravings! Zesty, punchy, and healthy, all rolled into one, these energy bites are a big yes! Try it pre-workout, post-workout, during breakfast, for a snack, or just when you’re hungry! With rolled oats, nuts, dates, shredded coconut, and absolutely zero sugar, you can’t get any better than this. No-Bake Power Energy Bites
Packed with fresh, juicy fruits and vegetables, this Plum Beet Gazpacho Cold Soup is bursting with summery flavor in every bite; where plum, beets, avocado, honey and mint are blended into one tasty drink! Traditionally from the Andalusia region of southern Spain, this gazpacho, puts a fun twist on the classic tomato cold soup. Try it for appetizers or tapas, as the Spanish would, and enjoy the vibrant flavors during the heat of summer! Plum-Beet Gazpacho (Cold Soup)
Craving to eat something delicious, something unique? Try these Tandoori Tacos with Avocado Crema. With tandoori paneer-tofu and grilled veggies enveloped in a warm tortilla with fresh salsa and zesty avocado sauce, these tacos are a mind-blowing fusion of Indian and Mexican flavors. Tandoori Tacos with Avocado Crema
Instant Pot Cracked Wheat Smoothie Bowls - Packed full of antioxidants and vitamins, these cracked wheat smoothie bowls feature a super food twist! They look and taste just like smoothie bowls and even have the same fresh fruit and toppings, but they are extra healthy because of the yummy cracked wheat! Try it in three flavors - Saffron-Turmeric, Vanilla and Matcha for a healthy, super delicious breakfast or as an easy snack! Cracked Wheat Smoothie Bowls – Instant Pot or Stovetop
This Rainbow Rasgulla is bursting with flavors, textures, and colors, just in time for Holi! With fluffy rasgullas perched in a vanilla ice cream base with fresh fruits and chocolate to top it off, the decadence of this fun twist on a classic dessert is undeniable!! Serve this dessert to your friends or families this Holi to add some color to their day! Rainbow Rasgulla
Healthy Millet Soup (Bajre ka Raab) with Achari Flatbread Crackers - featuring a smooth and earthy soup with bursts of freshness from vegetables like corn and peppers. Pair it with some spicy flatbread crackers for a nutritious superfood soup that will warm you up from the inside out! Healthy Millet Soup with Achari Flatbread Crackers – Bajre Ka Raab
Instant Pot Paneer Coconut Masala - an Asian inspired twist on the timeless Indian classic, this paneer in coconut gravy is a harmonious blend of coconut milk and tomato, all at once. The crisp bell peppers, baby corn, and onions give it a lovely freshness and make it the perfect curry dish! Enjoy this with paratha, naan bread or rice! Paneer Coconut Masala – Instant Pot or Stovetop
Crisped to perfection, these crunchy and super creamy, Cheese Corn Balls are the yummiest way to indulge! The magic starts with a beautiful mixture of cheese, corn, paneer, and mixed herbs. Coated in spiced breadcrumbs, stuffed with melty cheese bursting corn, and served with some bold dipping sauces, this appetizer can’t get any more perfect! Cheese Corn Balls
These gorgeous deconstructed Arancini cups, made of generous layers of creamy mushroom risotto, tangy marinara sauce, and crispy bread crumbs, are a sure fire way to win over anyone’s heart! Enjoy the layers of flavor and dynamic taste, which will transport you to the land of Italy!! Arancini Risotto Cups
Moong Dal Pakodas (lentil fritters) is a traditional dish that I have been enjoying since my childhood on Makar Sakranti, the kite festival. Savor it with freshly made chili-garlic and cilantro-mint chutney! It’s crisped to perfection and a festive, texture-filled way to beat the weather! Moong Dal Pakoda – Lentil Fritters
One of the most iconic dishes found on the busy streets of Kolkata, Ghugni Chaat is a snack made of dried white peas, veggies and a medley of spices. Try this quick and easy Instant Pot recipe for a healthy meal which is nutritious and oil free! Enjoy this yummy Indian street food as a chaat or as a curry with some naan bread for the ultimate dish!! Instant Pot Kolkata Ghugni Chaat – Indian Street Food
Makki ka Dhokla with Spicy Moong Dal (Steamed Corn Cakes with Moong Lentil Stew) - the quintessential Rajasthani dish! Try these steamed corn cakes with peas and methi (fenugreek) leaves and spicy, protein rich moong dal, chutney and ghee, for a wholesome, finger-licking meal this winter! Makki ka Dhokla with Spicy Moong Dal – Steamed Corn Cakes with Lentil Stew
Perfect for busy weekdays and lazy weekends, this Instant Pot Palak Methi Chana Dal (Spinach Fenugreek Lentil Stew) is an easy, wholesome meal. Packed full of protein and iron and it’s great for the winters! Enjoy it with paratha or rice! Instant Pot Palak Methi Chana Dal – Spinach Fenugreek Lentil Stew
Thai Paneer Satay , infused with dynamic flavors is an excellent recreation of the traditional Indian kebab. Marinated in coconut milk , lemongrass and Thai curry paste, and grilled on fire, these kebabs are just waiting to be eaten! Thai Paneer Satay
Rainbow Dahi Shots - a festive twist on the classic Indian street and comfort food, this version of panipuri, drenched with yogurt based pani and stuffed with tangy masala is the perfect blend between colors and flavors! Rainbow Dahi Shots
Badam ka Halwa made with almonds is a delicacy rooted in Indian tradition. May it be marriage, festival or winters, it is an indispensable dish made in our homes to mark richness and happiness of a celebration. This is my special quick and easy microwave recipe which is not as time-consuming as a traditional recipe, takes less than half the time as the almonds are dried in a microwave, but is equally toothsome and delightful. Make it on special occasions like Diwali and savor the unparalleled richness of this dessert. Badam Ka Halwa (Almond Halwa)
Vegetable Badam Tehri (Biryani), an aromatic dish from the era of royal Indian kings. It is a medley of delectable flavors and appetite inducing aromas with a variety of soft-sweet vegetables, long grain rice, authentic spices and rich almond paste. Perfect for a party or festive occasion. Vegetable Badam Tehri (Biryani)
A truly royal spice blend, this classic recipe for Shahi Masala features a rich blend of earthy spices. Everything from cinnamon to cardamom find their way into this heavenly masala and make it the ideal aromatic for so many dishes! Try this next time when you prepare any curry or biryani. Shahi Masala
Baked Cracker Cutlets - a delightfully yummy cutlet made by sandwiching a vegetable medley filling between crackers, this easy appetizer is baked to perfection. Crispy, explosive, and vibrant, these are sure to be a hit at any party or gathering! Pair this with a tangy mustard aioli for an awesome appetizer! Baked Cracker Cutlets
This lusciously smooth, silky and elegant Strawberry Vermicelli Kheer Pudding is an easy-to-make dessert, the perfect way to end a meal. Flavored with cardamom and layered on top of some homemade strawberry compote, this gorgeous dessert made in Instant Pot has the perfect balance of sour and sweet! Instant Pot Strawberry Vermicelli Kheer Pudding
Crisped to perfection and glazed with the most gorgeous Asian-inspired sauce, this Crispy Chili Chana with crunchy vegetables and chickpeas is the most delicious appetizer ever!! Packed full of dynamic flavors, it is the perfect bold appetizer to start off a dinner party! Crispy Chili Chana
As the chilly weather and mellow air of fall rolls around, who can resist a nice, warm cup of coffee in the morning? The NEXT BIG THING is here - a GOLDEN TURMERIC ROSE LATTE! Brewed in milk; crushed almonds, turmeric powder, ginger powder, black pepper, cardamom powder, rose water, saffron, and cinnamon, make up this luxuriously light drink! Perfect for the crisp autumn mornings where coffee needs a break, this golden latte is a yummier, healthier, and happier option! Golden Turmeric Rose Latte
A traditional South Indian dish, Bisi Bele Bhath harnesses the very essence of Karnataka's flavors. Featuring a melody of rice, lentils, veggies and spices, this complete one pot meal is healthy and filling. Served warm and steamy, it makes for a perfect dish as we transition into fall and, eventually, winter. And, as we all know, the flavor never stops coming with a dish as delicious as this one! Instant Pot Bisi Bele Bhath
Enjoy this superfood, healthy and yummy, with this GORGEOUS Thai red curry quinoa that’s full of fresh vegetables (cabbage, edamame, sweet peppers) with coconut milk and a creamy, velvety sauce! Perfect for parties, picnics, and gatherings in the summer, who wouldn’t like an Asian inspired treat? Thai Red Curry Quinoa
Mango Strawberry Naan Pizza - delicately crispy exterior, soft chewy insides, glamorously golden brown, and zero percent greasy. This mango strawberry pizza with fresh mozzarella and parmesan cheese is the most gorgeous, juicy FRUIT PIZZA ever!! Mango Strawberry Naan Pizza
12 minute Instant Pot Aloo Matar - a spicy, flavorful Potato-Peas Indian curry which is a great meal option for busy weekdays. Instant Pot Aloo Matar
Mac 'n Cheese, the way our family likes it; with a Mexican twist - baked with guacamole, pineapple pico de gallo, sour cream and topped with infused breadcrumbs! The cheese sauce is really just original, made with cheddar and parmesan. Taco Mac ‘n Cheese
Roasted Red Pepper Pasta - A perfect weeknight meal, this whole grain pasta in roasted red pepper sauce is subtly sweet, super velvety, and adds some nice variety to a family favorite dish; pasta! Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Summer Citrus Melon Salad - with 3 varieties of succulent melons (honeydew, watermelon, cantaloupe) and a bold, sweet and spicy dressing, this salad is undoubtedly fresh and juicy! Try it for your next picnic or potluck party and bask under the sun enjoying the refreshing story told by this melon salad! Summer Citrus Melon Salad
Watermelon Mango Shrikhand - cold, refreshing, creamy and absolutely delicious! A traditional saffron and cardamom Shrikhand made with rich, creamy yogurt, but with a twist of seasonal fruits. Diced watermelon in the yogurt and a layer of mango puree on the top, make this impeccable dessert modern, perfect to beat the summer heat, and even more irresistible! Watermelon Mango Shrikhand
These Thai Mango Lettuce Wraps, served over ice, are deliciously light and refreshing, perfect for summer! The tofu-mango-chili filling with peanut dressing adds an awesome combination of sweet, sour, tangy and spicy flavors. Thai Mango Lettuce Wrap
These cutlets made with moong sprouts and potatoes, folded in with some subtle spices, make the perfect after school snack for kids! Serve it with a seasonal mango mint dip and a fresh mango arugula salad for a great party appetizer! Either way, these cutlets will have your kids or guests wanting it for every meal! Moong Sprout Cutlet with Mango-Mint Dip
This paneer makhani recipe with a quick and healthy twist was invented as a weeknight dinner. It has a tomato, onion, and cashew gravy that is subtly sweet and perfectly cushions the tender pieces of paneer that are dropped in. Without any cream and designed as a one-pot meal, this recipe is such a fast and wholesome dish that is sure to be a hit with your families, especially your children. Paneer Makhani (Quick & Easy Recipe)
“Crunchy outside and creamy inside, these Boondi Rolls are truly mouth drooling and flavorsome preparation for breakfasts.". The first thing that comes to mind when I open the fridge in the morning is, “How about making an exciting breakfast from it?” Trust me transforming a dish is a quite challenging task, but then I guess that's the fun of cooking. Yesterday morning at home, we had some boondi raita that was from the night before. Somehow, the morning rush sparked my creativity and resulted in a delicious breakfast. Breakfast Boondi Rolls
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Cracked Wheat Bowl with Cilantro Vinaigrette and Chickpeas Salad Cracked Wheat Bowl with Cilantro Vinaigrette and Chickpea Salad
Savory Power Pancakes with Coconut-Mint Dip and Corn-Tomato Relish Savory Power Pancakes with Coconut-Mint Dip and Corn-Tomato Relish
Saffron-Rose Coconut Ladoo
Turmeric Ginger Lemon Morning Tea Turmeric Ginger Lemon Morning Tea
Spring Pasta Salad Spring Pasta Salad
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