EVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME: #246 P FOR PANEER My Paneer Dish : Date Paneer Cheesecake I must have had the recipe for date and paneer cheesecake jotted down in my recipe book for ages. If I’m not mistaken I must have jotted it down from the Elle Magazine (India Edition) that my daughter kept on buying…
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Continue ReadingEVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME: #245 LOVE FOR COFFEE The theme name is so apt when it comes to hubby and me, as we both love coffee. Having said that, I’m a little surprised that I really don’t have that many recipes on the blog where I’ve used coffee powder or granules as an ingredient. However, that…
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Continue ReadingEVENT: SHHH COOKING SECRETLY THEME: MILLETS RAGI AND OAT PANCAKES A bit about the group: Members of this group give their partners two secret ingredients according to the theme decided and prepare a dish. Once the dish is ready we add the photo only and other members try and guess the secret ingredients. Towards the…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Sourdough Grissini Sourdough Grissini are a crisp, rustic take on the classic Italian breadstick. Made with sourdough, they bake up delightfully thin and snappy, with a subtle tang that adds depth to every bite. Perfect for nibbling on their own, they are also wonderful served alongside soups, salads, or your favorite dips. For this recipe…
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Continue ReadingEVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME: #243 LITTLE CHEFS RECIPE: PINEAPPLE SLUSH Pineapple Slush is so easy to put together, is refreshing and so delicious. An ideal treat for summer parties, kids parties and for adults add a shot of rum or vodka. FoodieMonday/Bloghop Theme As many parents find themselves and their kids at home because of the…
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Continue ReadingRecipe :Dhana Jiru/Coriander Cumin Powder Dhana Jiru is basically a combination of roasted coriander seeds and cumin seeds. Some add turmeric to it some don’t. Dhana Jiru is used in every Gujarati home for all the dals, curries, shaaks/Sabjis (vegetables), and some snacks too. I cannot imagine making bhinda nu shaak(okra stir fried), Stuffed brinjal,…
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Continue ReadingEVENT: FOODIEMONDAY/BLOGHOP THEME: #241 FLATBREAD FIESTA RECIPE: MANGALORE BUNS/BANANA PURI Mangalore Buns/Banana Puri is a speciality from Mangalore, Karnataka. They are sweetish deep fried puris or flatbread with a hint of cumin flavour. Mostly enjoyed as breakfast with hot tea or with a curry or simply coconut chutney. What is a Flatbread? Generally, flatbreads are…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Kala Chana Pulao/Brown Chickpea Pulao Kala Chana Pulao/Brown Chickpea Pulao is a delicious, aromatic rice dish using two pantry essential ingredients rice and brown chickpeas. With a few spices, onion, ginger, garlic and chillis this pulao is easy to make. You just have to remember to soak the chana overnight. Enjoy the pulao with…
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Continue ReadingEVENT: SHHH COOKING SECRETLY THEME: PANCAKES What are Pancakes? Pancakes are flat, often thin or slightly thick cakes made in a frying pan or griddle using a a batter. Can be either sweet or savory. Traditionally, the batter is made with flour, egg, butter and milk. However, these days there are so many variations of…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Avocado Mint Lassi Avocado Mint Lassi is a thick, creamy, flavourful yogurt drink made from avocado, mint and yogurt. To add a bit more flavour I have used garlic and green chilli. Enjoy it as a drink along with an Indian meal or on its own as a snack. Yes, it will keep you…
