Amti Recipe is one of the most simple yet flavorful meal that is a staple in any Maharashtrian household. The word Amit literally translate as tangy. This Maharashtrian Amit Recipe has a perfect balance of tanginess from Kokum ,sweetness from jaggery & creaminess from moong dal. What makes this amti special is the addition of fenugreek seeds… hence my family has named this dal recipe as Dal Methichya Amti. The addition of fenugreek seeds adds a distinct flavor and aroma to this amti recipe. This dal is packed with protein from yellow moong dal and is a great option for…
Under 30 mins
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Coconut Ladoo is an quick, easy and full proof Indian sweet recipe that is served during festivals. These rich ladoos are made with desiccated coconut, milk powder, milk, powdered sugar and cardamom. These delectable ladoos are a quick dessert and comes together in just 30 minutes. Festive season is just around the corner and if you are looking for an easy, simple delectable mithai recipe, then look no further and make these desiccated coconut ladoos. I love to make these as a quick prasad during Ganpati, Navratri, Diwali. These ladoos are a perfect treat to make for your brothers during…
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Methi Chi Patal Bhaji is a typical Maharashtrian curry recipe. Tender fresh methi leaves cooked in gram flour curry base. Pour a sizzling crispy garlic tadka (tempering) on the top. Serve with steamed rice, roti or bhakri. Makes a healthy and nutritious curry recipe. I have grown up eating rustic regional recipes. I love these simple recipes as these use minimum ingredients yet are very inviting. Plus point is they come together in no time. This Methi Chi Patal Bhaji is my absolute fav weekday meal. Tender fresh methi is pressure cooked to remove the bitterness, a slurry of gram…
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Raw 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…
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Eggs Kejrewal is a quick, simple and delicious eggs on a cheesy toast recipe. This recipe is great for breakfast, lunch, brunch or even a quick dinner on a busy night. What is Eggs Kejrewal? Apparently it is said that this recipe was created at the Willingdon Sports Club in Mumbai in 1960’s, in honor of Devi Prasad Kejriwal, a member who often requested this recipe of sunny side up eggs on a cheesy toast. Mr Kejrewal’s family did not eat eggs, so he asked that his eggs on toast be disguised. The chef’s at Willingdon Sports Club disguised the…
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Moong Dal Tadka is a cozy nourishing dal made with yellow split lentils and ghee tempering along with Indian whole spices. This recipe is super easy yet tastes great. Dal is the most essential staple dish in Indian cuisine. There are countless variations of dal all across India. Every household has their own version, today I am sharing my version. My recipe uses basic Indian pantry staple, is mildly spiced yet its full of flavors & has a perfect texture. Traditionally, Toor dal is used to make dal fry but I like to use yellow moong dal as it’s easier…
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Nutritious, vegetarian black eyed bean soup recipe is easy to make. This Maharashtrian soup recipe is healthy and comes together quickly in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker. This chawli cha kadhan aka soup recipe is highly nutritious and it’s packed with protein & magnesium. I have grown up eating this black eyed bean soup popularly known as chawli cha kadhan or kalan in Marathi. This bean soup is pressure cooked and mildly flavored with a tempering of cumin seeds, curry leaves, chilies and garlic. This soup is not only nourishing but also very light on tummy. All the nutrients…
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Instant Pot Seviyan Kheer aka vermicelli kheer is an easy, creamy and delicious Indian dessert recipe. It’s a pudding made with vermicelli, milk, sugar, nuts, cardamom and saffron. What is Seviyan Kheer : Seviyan kheer also known as semiya payasam, shevyachi kheer, sevai kheer is a very popular Indian pudding recipe. I have grown up eating kheer like every Indian. Traditionally kheer is made on a stove top by reducing milk to half of its quantity resulting in a creamy, thick kheer. If you are looking for a quick last minute dessert to make, then this incredibly easy Instant Pot…
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This peri peri popcorn recipe is delicious, spicy and super addictive. This recipe is easy to make, and is a perfect snack to serve at movie nights, game nights and holiday parties. Popcorn is one of the most enjoyed snack at my home. To make it taste even more delicious I like to add sweet and savory seasoning to it. I love to serve easy, quick yet delicious recipes at my holiday parties & this recipe just fits the bill. Ingredients & Process of making Peri Peri Popcorn I have used Orville Redenbacher’s Mini Butter Popcorn Bags for my convenience.…