All posts tagged: fusion

Mango Sago Poke Bites

Mango Sago Bites

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!

Green Chutney Trio - Mango Guava Amla

Green Chutney Trio (Mango-Guava-Amla)

Triple the taste, triple the fun! This green chutney trio featuring the tangy goodness of mango, guava, and amla is a flavor explosion you won’t want to miss! 🌿 I wanted to reimagine green chutney as a dip, almost like a salsa, so I’ve incorporated some new flavors! The first version has small chunks of refreshing mango, the second has guava and raw onions for subtle sweetness and heat, and the last has sour amla and a mustard tadka. Whether you’re using these as a dip for chips, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for grilled tofu and vegetables, this green chutney trio is sure to add a fresh and exciting twist to your favorite dishes! WATCH HOW TO MAKE GREEN CHUTNEY TRIO: Triple the taste, triple the fun! This green chutney trio featuring the tangy goodness of mango, guava, and amla is a flavor explosion you won't want to miss! 🌿Whether you're using these as a dip for chips, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for grilled tofu and vegetables, this green …

Pyaaz Kachori Taquitos

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! 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!

Mango Kalakand Cake

Mango Kalakand Cake

Mango Kalakand Cake — a bright, fruity twist to the Indian sweet, this kalakand cake is ready to welcome the festival of colors! With classic notes of cardamom and saffron paired with refreshing mango to complement the richness, this is bound to be a hit at any Holi party! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MANGO KALAKAND CAKE: Mango Kalakand Cake — a bright, fruity twist to the Indian sweet, this kalakand cake is ready to welcome the festival of colors! With classic notes of cardamom and saffron paired with refreshing mango to complement the richness, this is bound to be a hit at any Holi party! 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!

Thandai Mahalabiya With Rose Jelly

Thandai Mahalabia With Rose Jelly – Middle Eastern Milk Pudding

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 with its own variations. Typically it’s made with rose and orange blossom water, but I decided to give it a desi-spin. And it’s no surprise that the subtle, sweet flavors of thandai give this dessert a whole new dimension of flavor! WATCH HOW TO MAKE THANDAI MAHALABIA WITH ROSE JELLY: 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 (mehalabya) take simple pantry staples to make and lets you make an eye-catching mithai for Holi that’s equally simple! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step …

Paneer Tikka Sushi Bake

Paneer Tikka Sushi Bake

Paneer Tikka Sushi Bake — when you’re craving sushi next, skip the usual takeout for this Indian-inspired sushi bake that combines traditional flavors with an Indian twist, all baked to perfection in the oven! Featuring Maya Kaimal’s Tikka Masala Sauce that is just bursting with flavor and simple toppings like pickled onions, fresh mango, and a drizzle of sriracha mayo, this is a fool-proof way to deliver on flavor and novelty! WATCH HOW TO MAKE PANEER TIKKA SUSHI BAKE: Maya Kaimal is one of my favorite brands for when I’m looking for authentic Indian sauces for a quick meal! You can find all of Maya Kaimal’s simmer sauces at your closest Indian or Asian store. I especially love their Tikka Masala sauce — the paneer soaks up all the warm, subtle spices and, when paired with fresh cucumber, sushi rice, and hoisin sauce, it’s the perfect fusion of Japanese and Indian! Paneer Tikka Sushi Bake — when you’re craving sushi next, skip the usual takeout for this Indian-inspired sushi bake that combines traditional flavors with …

Beetroot Rasam Shots with Herbed Veggie Crackers

Beetroot Rasam Shots With Herbed Veggie Crackers

Beetroot Rasam Shots with Herbed Veggie Crackers — warm and comforting but still bright and sharp, this is a quick appetizer for holiday parties or dinners! The crackers feature yogurt, dill, and crunchy veggies, making them a refreshing accompaniment that’ll pair perfectly with so many winter meals! WATCH HOW TO MAKE BEETROOT RASAM SHOTS WITH HERBED VEGGIE CRACKERS: Beetroot Rasam Shots with Herbed Veggie Crackers — warm and comforting but still bright and sharp, this is a quick appetizer for holiday parties or dinners! The crackers feature yogurt, dill, and crunchy veggies, making them a refreshing accompaniment that’ll pair perfectly with so many winter meals! 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!

Cheese Stuffed Tandoori Olives

Cheese Stuffed Tandoori Olives with Cranberry Sauce

Cheese-Stuffed Tandoori Olives — oozing with parmesan and crisped to perfection, these fried olives are coated in a tandoori yogurt marinade for all the flavor! With notes of rosemary and thyme paired with a cranberry dipping sauce for an Indo-Western fusion, this is finger food at its best — and just in time for those Christmas dinner parties! WATCH HOW TO MAKE CHEESE STUFFED TANDOORI OLIVES: Cheese-Stuffed Tandoori Olives — oozing with parmesan and crisped to perfection, these fried olives are coated in a tandoori yogurt marinade for all the flavor! With notes of rosemary and thyme paired with a cranberry dipping sauce for an Indo-Western fusion, this is finger food at its best! 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!

Mughlai Gobhi in Walnut Pomegranate Gravy

Mughlai Gobhi in Walnut Pomegranate Gravy

Mughlai Gobhi in Walnut Pomegranate Gravy — a truly show-stopping holiday entree that earns all of its praise from a velvety gravy made with saffron, fresh pomegranate juice, and thyme. The cauliflower has a golden-brown sear and is stuffed with a bright paneer, cranberry, and herb filling. With sweetness, richness, and tartness in every bite, savor the joy of the holiday season with this heartwarming dish! Mughlai food is known for being decadent — it is fit for royalty after all. I wanted this dish to capture that satisfaction but complement it with more vibrant elements like cranberries, mint, pomegranate, and rosemary. In the end, all the effort is totally worth it to see the smiles on everyone’s faces when they take a bite! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MUGHLAI GOBHI IN WALNUT POMEGRANATE GRAVY: Mughlai Gobhi in Walnut Pomegranate Gravy — a truly show-stopping holiday entree that earns all of its praise from a velvety gravy made with saffron, fresh pomegranate juice, and thyme. The cauliflower has a golden-brown sear and is stuffed with a bright …

Makhana Chocolate Bark

Makhana Chocolate Bark

Makhana Chocolate Bark — with dark chocolate, goji berries, edible flowers, cardamom, and roasted makhana, this is a fusion Diwali sweet you can enjoy without indulging! Makhana or popped lotus seeds are a super healthy Indian snack and make for the crunchiest, guilt-free addition to a rich dark chocolate bark! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MAKHANA CHOCOLATE BARK: Makhana Chocolate Bark — with dark chocolate, goji berries, edible flowers, cardamom, and roasted makhana, this is a fusion Diwali sweet you can enjoy without indulging! Makhana or popped lotus seeds are a super healthy Indian snack and make for the crunchiest, guilt-free addition to a rich dark chocolate bark! 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!