Instant Pot Jeera Rice

instant pot jeera rice served in a clay bowl

Simple & flavorful Instant Pot Jeera Rice!

Basmati rice flavored with whole cumin seeds makes the perfect accompaniment to Indian meals.

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I always thought adding cumin to rice was a very natural thing. That’s because I always saw mom adding it all the time to pulao and...

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Baingan Bharta – Roasted Eggplant Mash

baingan bharta served in a black bowl garnished with green chilies and a spoon on the side

Smokey roasted eggplant mash with Indian spices, this punjabi baingan bharta is a very popular dish in North India and one of my personal favorites too.

It’s best enjoyed with hot rotis or paratha!

Some veggies are liked universally while others have limited appeal, the eggplant (baingan in Hindi) belongs to the latter category. I don’t know how true it is but this is what I observed growing up, kids especially would never eat this vegetable.

My brothers are all grown now and they still don’t eat it! Anyway I have always been an eggplant fan,...

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Crispy Tofu Tacos with Avocado Lime Crema

3 crispy tofu tacos topped with avocado lime crema

This is a sponsored post written by me of behalf of Mission®. All opinions expressed are my own.

Easy Vegan Tacos with Crispy Tofu and Avocado Lime Crema. These vegan and gluten-free tacos are easy to put together and make a great meal!

Tacos are some of my favorite things to make at home for a quick lunch. I love the fact that they are so versatile, easy to whip up, and there’s so much that you can fill them up with.

A good taco is all about using a good tortilla and one of my absolute favorites is Mission®...

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