Oats Chivda is an Indian savory trail mix made using roasted rolled oats, nuts, spices, chilis and curry leaves. This is a healthier version of the traditional chivda recipe. This gluten free oats chivda is a great option to enjoy with some tea time snack or as a Diwali snack. Traditionally, chivda is an Indian snack made using flattened rice (poha) or puffed rice. Today, I am sharing this oats chivda version where I have replaced poha with gluten free rolled oats. I have added nuts for the crunch, but you can add seeds if you like. What I love…
Continue ReadingAmti 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…
Continue ReadingPressure Cooker Chicken Curry is a super easy & quick recipe to make when you are craving something comforting. Chicken drumsticks are cooked to perfection with onions, tomatoes and basic spices. This curry pairs well with some steamed rice, naan or roti. If you haven’t cooked chicken before, this recipe is a great for beginners as I have cooked this chicken curry in a traditional pressure cooker. You can even use instant pot to make this curry. I have included the instructions below. I have grown up eating vegetarian but I married a meat lover. This is the first non-vegetarian…
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 ReadingMethi 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…
Continue ReadingBesan Chilla also known as Besan Ka Cheela is a savory Indian pancake made using chickpea flour and spiced with basic Indian spices. Its an easy breakfast option that is satisfying, nourishing and delicious. For me breakfast is an important meal of the day. If I skip breakfast, I tend to get more hungrier throughout the day resulting in over eating. These savory pancakes are a perfect way to kick start my day as they are gluten-free, high in protein and highly nutritious making it a healthy breakfast that keeps me full until lunch time. I have grown up eating…
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 ReadingChana Masala is a flavorful, delicious chickpeas curry, that is a very popular vegetarian curry from India. The chickpeas are cooked in onion tomato and basic spices gravy base. It is easy to make in an instant pot, pressure cooker or on the stovetop. This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten free, making it perfect for anyone. What is Chana Masala? Chana means chickpeas and masala refers to blend of spices, hence the name Chana masala. Chana also goes by the name Chole. My Chole recipe is easy to make, full of flavor and uses simple staple pantry ingredients. The…
Continue ReadingMoong 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…