• Sheero |Sooji Ka Halwa

    November 15, 2012mayurisjikoni

    Recipe: Sheero |Sooji Ka Halwa Sheero |Sooji Ka Halwa is a popular Indian sweet or dessert made from semolina, saffron, cardamom and ghee. Absolutely delicious, melt in the mouth and comforting mithai, it is generally prepared for festivals and happy occasions. Easy to make, some use water to prepare the sooji ka halwa and some…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Santra Basundi/ Tangerine Kheer

    November 15, 2012mayurisjikoni

    RECIPE: SANTRA BASUNDI/ TANGERINE KHEER Santra Basundi is a spin on the traditional basundi recipe where fresh tangerine or santra is added to the cooled mixture. Makes it a delicious mithai or sweet to enjoy during the festivals. What is Basundi? Basundi is a sweet thickened milk which is generally flavored with cardamom, nutmeg and…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Googra/ Gujiya

    November 15, 2012mayurisjikoni

    Recipe: Googra/ Gujiya  Googra/ Gujiya is a popular festival food that is prepared by most Indian homes or bought ready made. Some have them for the Holi Festival but Gujaratis normally make them for Diwali. Filled with semolina, nuts in a flaky pastry which is then deep fried. Updated : 03/11/2020 Must have Gujarati Goodies…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Mag Ni Dal

    October 25, 2012mayurisjikoni

    EVENTS: FOODIES_REDOING OLD POSTS RECIPE: MAG NI DAL | GUJARATI MAG NI CHUTTI DAL Mag Ni Dal or Gujarati Mag Ni Chutti Dal is a popular way of preparing moong dal, the yellow variety. Usually prepared with just a few spices and without any gravy or curry. Gluten free and vegan, Mag Ni Dal is…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Vaghareli Chaas

    September 7, 2012mayurisjikoni

    Recipe: Vaghareli Chaas Vaghareli Chaas is chaas or yogurt drink with a tempering. Adding the vaghar or tempering makes basic chaas so flavourful.   What Is Chaas? Chaas or lassi is a daily healthy yogurt drink. Besides getting your daily dose of calcium and protein, chaas is  cooling drink and helps to settle your tummy…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Kaju Turia Nu Shaak

    September 7, 2012mayurisjikoni

    Recipe: Kaju Turia Nu Shaak Kaju Turia Nu Shaak is a delicious, rich and healthy curry made  from ridge gourd, cashew nuts, spices and fresh tomato puree. Serve it with some naan, roti, paratha or rice. A flavourful and appealing way to serve turia or ridge gourd. What is Ridge Gourd? Ridge gourd (luffa) known…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Peas Kofta Curry

    September 4, 2012mayurisjikoni

    Recipe: Peas Kofta Curry Peas Kofta Curry is a deliciously finger licking side dish made from fresh peas kofta with a creamy tomato onion sauce or gravy. Goes well with naan, roti, paratha or rice. Memories My hubby’s sister Arti K. taught me how to make this curry. Whenever she came to Mombasa for a…

     
    Continue Reading
  • 3 Essential Chutneys

    August 28, 2012mayurisjikoni

    RECIPE: 3 ESSENTIAL CHUTNEYS 3 Essential Chutneys that are common for the Indian Cuisine are the green, date tamarind and garlic chutneys. These 3 chutneys are an essential part of any chaat recipe. Also these chutneys and hot fresh snacks go hand in hand. Often enough chutneys come to the rescue to prepare a lip…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Savaa Ni Bhaji/ Dill and Moong Dal Curry

    August 25, 2012mayurisjikoni

    Savaa Ni Bhaji/ Dill and Moong Dal Curry Savaa Ni Bhaji/ Dill and Moong Dal Curry is an aromatic, flavourful curry or side dish that is usually served with hot roti, phulka, paratha or even rice. Usually prepared when dill or savaa is available in abundance. Actually, one can also prepare this healthy side dish…

     
    Continue Reading
  • Tuvar Dal, Gujarati Style

    August 24, 2012mayurisjikoni

    Recipe: Tuvar Dal, Gujarati Style Tuvar Dal, Gujarati Style is an every day  dal or lentil recipe that is usually served with plain rice and a dollop of ghee on the side. This dal recipe varies from one Gujarati home to another. Different spices, consistency, amount of tomatoes used, etc. I learned how to make…

     
    Continue Reading
1 24 25 26 27 28 29

Example Colors