These viral Tiktok Pasta Chips are incredibly easy to make in the air fryer. I seasoned mine with commonly used Indian spices like coriander, garam masala to make Masala Pasta Chips and served them with spicy cilantro dip/chutney!
Tiktok is probably the most addictive social media platform. I resist the temptation to open tiktok everyday because I know that once I login, I would not even realize and 2 hours would...
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Looking for a different way to grill potatoes? Try this Malai Aloo Tikka! Baby potatoes coated with a spiced marinade made with yogurt, cream cheese, almond flour and cream. Lightly spiced with coriander, garam masala and cardamom powder, this is a delicious way to enjoy potatoes during summer!
Whenever it comes to Indian vegetarian grilling, the first thing that comes to my mind is Paneer. Whether it’s the regular paneer tikka or the hariyali paneer tikka, it’s something that’s...
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If you are looking for a great vegetarian appetizer for your summer grilling party, then look no further than this Hariyali Paneer Tikka!
Cubes of paneer marinated with yogurt, spices and a paste made with cilantro and mint, this is best enjoyed with a squeeze of lemon and more chutney on the side.
We all love paneer tikka, don’t we? Paneer marinated with yogurt, spices and...
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My mom made these delicious melt-in-mouth kebabs (patties) made with kathal (jackfruit), chana dal and a bunch of whole spices! We used to relish them with parathas and chutneys. These are also vegan and gluten-free.
There are few things which I distinctly remember were my mom’s specialty in the kitchen. One of them were these kathal and chana dal kebabs. These kebabs are more of a eastern Uttar Pradesh thing I think? because I have not heard about them anywhere...
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Make bakery style veg puff with this easy recipe using store bought puff pastry. Made with mixed vegetables, these make a great snack with chai or you can also enjoy them for breakfast or lunch!
Made with puff pastry and filled with a spicy vegetable filling, these puffs were something I grew up eating. We would also call them veg patties.
And pretty sure if you are an Indian and did your schooling from India,...
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Veg Cutlet made with potatoes, carrots, beans and peas are great for snack time!
These are lightly spiced, pan-fried, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and also vegan.
I remember my house help back in India would make these delicious veg cutlets for our Sunday breakfast sometimes.
The breakfast on Sunday was always...
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Crispy Masala Cashews made in the air fryer. These cashews are coated with Indian spices and make the perfect chai time treat.
Really addictive and you need only 15 minutes to make these!
My evening chai time is probably my favorite time of the day. I just want to sit quietly and enjoy those 10 minutes with no interference.
And I like having...
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Make use of all the winter veggies in season to make these Roasted Winter Vegetables!
Topped with balsamic vinegar and fresh parsley, they make a nice side with soup or rice or can be enjoyed as such.
I love the fact that every season brings with it new fruits and vegetables to enjoy! In India, winter meant eating lots of greens like mustard greens, methi (fenugreek), bathua (chenopodium) and also those beautiful red carrots (which I soo miss...
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Balsamic Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts makes an easy and wonderful side dish for the Holidays!
The balsamic vinegar, maple syrup and smoked paprika give the brussel sprouts that sweet, smokey and tangy flavors which goes so well together!
I had never heard of brussel sprouts back home in India. So, this was a totally new vegetable for me when I moved to the US. I was not wary of trying it though as I...
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Baked Oats Namak Pare- savory crunchy snack made with whole wheat, oats.
This is a more wholesome version of the traditional namak pare and is quite easy to make.
It’s good to keep a balance between indulgent and healthy, right?
So after sharing the Mithai Cheesecake, I had to share something less indulgent and more...
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Baked Cream Cheese & Chutney Samosa- these samosas are filled with cream cheese mixture flavored with chutney, green onions, jalapeño, raisins and cashews.
These make a great vegetarian appetizer for the holidays or just about any party!
Diwali parties will be different this time, most will be limited to a few people.
But I am sure what will not be different is the food! Diwali is one time of the...
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Baked Masala Peanuts – crunchy, spicy roasted peanuts which are baked in the oven making them a healthier alternative to deep frying.
These spiced peanuts make a great snack with chai or coffee.
I love munching on something savory with my evening chai. I remember mom always made some homemade chivda or namak para or something for her evening...
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