Vegetarian Quesadillas with Paneer, Roasted Red Peppers & SpinachQuesadillas are a quick and tasty way to pack some veggies and cheese into ready-made tortillas and whip up a meal option that is delicious and healthy. From simple to dainty, you can make these as elaborate as you want. And here's an Indian take on the Mexican classic - Vegetarian Quesidillas stuffed with Paneer or Cottage Cheese, … [Read more...]
Vegetable Rava Idlis with Cilantro Coconut Chutney
October 11, 2010 by
Vegetable Rava Idly served with Cilantro Coconut ChutneyIf you are familiar with Indian cuisine at all, you'd know the name of Rava Idli. A staple in many households in Southern India, these steamed cakes made with semolina are a quick and healthy way to satiate your appetite. As with any other recipe, the Idlis have also evolved over time, and they take on a more fancy look that's as appealing to … [Read more...]
Healthy Chocolate Fudge Cake with Avocado Frosting
October 9, 2010 by
Mocha Fudge Cake with Creamy Avocado Frosting & Toasted AlmondsI'm sure you all have enjoyed a piece of a luscious Mocha fudge cake sometime in your culinary life. However, have you ever dreamt of trying some creamy avocado frosting to compliment the chocolate indulgence?? Perhaps not, and neither have I. That's why when Janet from The Vegan Feast told me she had a lovely recipe for a Vegan … [Read more...]
Layered Mexican Lasagna
October 4, 2010 by
Vegetarian Mexican LasagnaIts turning chilly out here, and winds and clouds have suddenly replaced the nice warm sunshine that brightened our homes! I guess its time to bid farewell to the Summer season, after all. When its cold and cloudy out there, your heart and tummy yearns for something that is warm and comforting. Soups are the first that spring to your mind, followed by casseroles and hot … [Read more...]
Healthy Buckwheat Cookies
September 21, 2010 by
Deliciously Healthy Buckwheat CookiesI had no idea how Buckwheat tasted until I tried the delicious Buckwheat Pancakes served at IHOP. I used to think it would be tasteless and gritty, just like most of the other gluten-free grain options. But I was pleasantly surprised to find that I actually enjoyed those pancakes, especially the texture, and the fact that even one pancake can fill you up in no … [Read more...]
Spanish (Mexican) Rice with Tomatoes & Black Beans
September 17, 2010 by
Spanish Rice with Tomatoes Corn & Black BeansI was totally oblivious to the fact that there is actually something called Spanish Rice, until I came to grad school in the US and on one of our grocery trips, I chanced upon a package of ready-to-eat Spanish Rice in one of the food aisles! However, now that I consider myself to be a food enthusiast, i can give you some interesting information about … [Read more...]
Vegetable Samosas With Mozzarella & Basil
September 14, 2010 by
Vegetable Samosas with Mozzarella & BasilSamosas, the deliciously crispy fried pastries with a bubbly texture and a tasty vegetable filling are a favorite street food all over India. These babies have always held their own, even amidst non-vegetarians, and have evolved over time into a recipe that is cherished by all. The traditional variety comes with a simple potato-peas filling, but variety is … [Read more...]
Honey-Roasted Peanuts
September 10, 2010 by
Honey Roasted Peanuts There's nothing like a bowl of crunchy peanuts and a pack of beer on Game Night! and if you add a bit of sweet and smooth honey flavor to them, there's no stopping your cravings. Unfortunately, these nuts do not come free, and if you invite people over, you can end up spending quite a bit of money on the Planter's Peanuts! On the bright side, these are extremely easy to make … [Read more...]
Grilled (BBQ) Paneer Pizza
August 20, 2010 by
Tandoori Paneer PizzaPizza and Paneer are two favorites with Indians around the world, but after Arti Sequeria, the winner of the Next Food Network Star prepared a Mango Chutney Paneer Pizza for her final challenge, it has become a sensation overnight! I have already received 4 requests after the show to post this recipe, so here it is - the recipe for Tandoori Paneer Pizza. It might not be as … [Read more...]
Mexican Pizza – Quick & Easy Appetizer Recipe
July 27, 2010 by
Hot & Crunchy Mexican Pizza with Caramelized OnionsWhen you are in for something hot and spicy, that is also crunchy, tasty and filling at the same time, take refuge in this quick and easy Mexican Pizza recipe. Unlike American pizza, which does take some time and preparation, the Mexican counterpart is very easy to pull off. With a can of re-fried beans and some whole-wheat tortillas at hand and a … [Read more...]
