Aloo Bhujia Sabzi made the way it’s made in Bihar and Eastern Uttar Pradesh.
This simple potato stir-fry is made in mustard oil and uses minimal spices.
One of my goals this year for the blog is to share more recipes that I grew up eating.
I tend to ignore them, thinking who would want to read about them.
But last year I shared making aloo bhujia on my Instagram stories...
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Sweet and salty, Kung Pao Chickpeas made in the Instant Pot!
The chickpeas are cooked in a flavorful sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar and brown sugar.
Crunchy peanuts add texture to this dish which is also vegan.
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Poha is one of India’s most popular breakfast (especially in North and western India).
Flattened rice is tempered with spices and onions making it the perfect way to start the day.
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Growing up,...
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Mixed Nuts Chikki made with lots of dried fruits and jaggery.
This is an easy to make candy recipe that you can try at home during winters.
It’s the Indian version of nut brittle.
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Malai Broccoli is an easy appetizer to make for just about any occasion!
Broccoli is flavored with cream cheese, cheese, cardamom powder and garam masala and then cooked in the oven until browned.
Tastes great with cilantro chutney!
Roasted broccoli is probably one of my favorite things to eat.
I can pretty much have it everyday and not get...
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Atta halwa is one dessert which I grew up eating as my mom made it very often in her kitchen.
It’s a simple dessert made with atta (whole wheat flour), sugar and ghee. You only need these 3 basic ingredients to make atte ka halwa.
Atta halwa has been one of my favorite halwa ever since I can remember.
I would always specifically request my mom to make...
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Paneer & veggies in peanut sauce – this flavorful dish gets done in 30 minutes or less and all made in the instant pot.
Tastes great with brown rice or white jasmine rice.
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I love coming up with Asian inspired dishes! They are actually one of my favorites, besides Indian of...
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Eggless Marble Cake with the goodness of both vanilla and chocolate!
Enjoy a warm slice of this tea time cake with a cup of coffee or chai.
Team vanilla or team chocolate? Which team are you in?
Personally, I am a chocolate fan through and through. I have always preferred chocolate in cakes and ice creams.
However, there are some who love...
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Bhindi (okra) cooked in a spicy peanut and sesame sauce!
This Bagara Bhindi is inspired by the famous Hyderbadi dish Bagare Baingan.
Tastes great with naan or paratha, it’s also vegan and gluten-free.
Bhindi is one of my favorite vegetables. I make it pretty often in my kitchen.
However, I mostly cook it the same way. Either I make a...
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Makki Ki Roti – a winter staple in North India. This flatbread is gluten-free and is made with corn flour.
The roti is traditionally served with Sarson ka saag! It’s one of my favorite things to enjoy in winters.
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Few things are so traditionally associated with winters in...
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Easy and vegan Eggplant Carrot Curry made in the Instant Pot.
This curry is packed with flavors so even if you aren’t a eggplant fan, this might make you one!
Pair with quinoa, brown rice or white rice for a comforting and flavorful meal.
If you love all the Instant Pot vegetarian/vegan recipes that I share on the blog, please join me on this Facebook Group – Instant Pot...
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Chocolate Walnut Cookies are an easy treat to make for the holiday season.
Made with basic ingredients, these cookies are crispy, eggless and best enjoyed with a glass of milk or cup of coffee.
Simple buttery cookies are one of my favorite things to bake at home.
The reason is that they are super easy to make and require few ingredients...
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