Mango Shrikhand is an easy and delicious summer dessert recipe made with hung yogurt, mango pulp and sugar. It’s perfect for enjoying with some hot pooris or just as is. It is creamy, dense and rich in texture. Shrikhand is a very popular dessert recipe from the state of Maharashtra. Made using hung curd, which is strained yogurt with whey removed. This hung curd, known as chakka in Marathi, is then flavored with mango pulp, cardamom powder, nutmeg powder and saffron. Chilled and garnished with nuts. This amrakhand recipe is my go to dessert to make on festive occasions, as…
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Continue ReadingPeach Salad Recipe is a refreshing summer salad recipe that comes together in minutes. It’s certain to be a crowd pleaser at any gatherings. This delicious salad is made with sweet peaches, mozzarella, crisp mixed greens, almonds and is tossed with an easy dressing. This salad literally screams summer on a plate. This peach salad is a must serve at your summer gatherings. I simply enjoy this salad as a light lunch during weekdays. This salad recipe is very forgiving if you don’t have peaches add strawberries or blueberries. I have added my pantry staples to this recipe and each…
Continue ReadingReady in 10 minutes, this Palak Raita recipe is an easy, tasty side dish for any Indian meal. Simple ingredients make this palak raita recipe creamy and so delicious. I am always finding ways to eat more green vegetables. This Palak Raita is a great recipe where you can sneak in greens. It is not only creamy, flavorful but also healthy. This cold side dish pairs perfectly well with a fiery hot main dish like biryani. I have made this raita using Greek yogurt , blanched spinach leaves and a few basic spices that impart a delicious & refreshing flavor…
Continue ReadingRaw Mango Chutney aka Kairichi Chutney is a rustic Maharashtrian condiment recipe. This flavorful chutney is made using raw mangoes (Kairi), coriander leaves, chilies, garlic and dry coconut. This irresistible chutney is then tempered with oil, mustard seeds, cumin seeds & red chilies. People usually await summer for it brings along mangoes but I await summer for it brings tart raw mangoes. I have grown up eating this kairichi chutney all summer long. Every household has their own version of chutney recipe. Today I am sharing my family chutney recipe which is a perfect balance of spicy, tangy and sour…
Continue ReadingThis Basil Pesto Recipe is super easy to make and uses basic ingredients. Make this no cook sauce in a blender or food processor & have a jarful handy to slather on your toast or toss it with some pasta. What is Pesto Pesto is a no cook Italian sauce recipe. Fresh basil leaves, garlic, nuts, parmesan cheese and olive oil are blend together to make an aromatic pesto. Traditionally, Italians use a mortar and pestle to break down these ingredients into a chunky sauce. However, I have used a blender to make this quick no cook basil pesto recipe.…
Continue ReadingRaw Mango Relish aka Kairicha Takku is a popular Maharashtrian relish recipe. This relish recipe is sweet, tangy, spicy and absolutely delicious. Its one of my favorite seasonal condiments that I have grown up eating. Serve it with hot rotis, ghee rice, slather it on a toast or add a spoonful to your salads. This condiment is very versatile. There are many versions of this takku recipe. I am sharing my family recipe which is a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, sour flavors. This raw mango relish recipe is pretty easy. Basically, all you have to do is grate raw…
Continue ReadingThis creamy coconut cooler recipe is prefect for the summer. It makes you think of tropical paradise. It is creamy, refreshing, delicious and ridiculously easy to put together. This refreshing drink is a sweet combination of coconut milk, coconut water, sweetener, ice and and a hint of nutmeg. This refreshing cooler can easily become your go to summer drink. I am a big fan of PF Chang’s coconut cooler but didn’t want to break the bank so I made this copy cat version at home. Who doesn’t want to save time and cash on restaurant meals, I certainly do. My…
Continue ReadingShrikhand a easy delicious no cook dessert recipe made with hung yogurt and sugar. It’s perfect for enjoying with hot pooris or just as is. It’s creamy, dense and rich in texture. Shrikhand, a popular Maharashtrian no cook dessert recipe. Made of hung curd, which is strained yogurt with the whey removed. The hung yogurt is flavored with cardamom powder, nutmeg powder & saffron strands. Chilled and garnished with nuts. This kesar elaichi shrikhand is my go to dessert for on festive occasions as it can be made ahead of time and is super easy. Ingredients to make Shrikhand: This…
Continue ReadingApple Walnut Salad with creamy yogurt dressing is a perfect fall salad recipe. It is sweet, crunchy and fresh side dish. Makes a perfect holiday recipe which comes together in 10 minutes including the dressing. I know the word salad puts off many of us, but trust me, this salad is a crowd pleaser. This apple walnut salad is fresh, fruity and fun. Its dressed with a simple creamy greek yogurt, honey & vinegar dressing. The combination of crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, deliciously tart vinegar, creaminess from yogurt and sweetness from honey brings out beautiful flavors. Salads are easy to…