Indian Recipes, Kids menu, Recipe Book

Quick Jowar Dosa

Jowar or Sorghum is a millet from India, rich in fibre and helps control blood sugar levels. It's a super hot food right now, being gluten free and a good protein source has made it a favorite for many diet conscious people today. Jowar is a versatile grain and it can be consumed whole as… Continue reading Quick Jowar Dosa

Recipe Book, Snack Ideas

Korean Cream Cheese Buns

Korean Cream Cheese Buns are going to be your new party favourite starter or family snack time classic. These melt in the mouth buns with a crispy exterior are a gourmet take on your regular Garlic Bread. What is Korean Cream Cheese Bun? A burger bun or sweet bun is sliced halfway and filled with… Continue reading Korean Cream Cheese Buns

Indian Recipes, Recipe Book, Snack Ideas, Tiffin Treats

Jowar Khichdi

Millets are ancient super grains that have long been a part of Indian food culture. Jowar or Sorghum is one such millet commonly used in flour form to prepare bhakris. Today I am sharing a super easy and delicious Jowar Khichdi Recipe using Whole Jowar which can be a snack, breakfast dish or a tiffin… Continue reading Jowar Khichdi

Kids menu, Recipe Book

Easy Homemade Spreads for Kids

Every mother makes genuine efforts to prepare and serve healthy foodstuffs to her children, however, unknowingly and without a choice, she often ends up serving those with very unhealthy spreads or dips. As a solution for this situation, I have come up with, very easy to make & store, Homemade Spreads that are kid appropriate.… Continue reading Easy Homemade Spreads for Kids

Desserts / Sweets, Fruit Recipes, Indian Recipes

Stuffed Mango Kulfi

Delicious Summer Delicacy using the King of Fruits Kulfis have been a summer favourite since ages and all of us have atleast one special memory around this yummy treat! Kulfis these days come in many flavours, colors and even shapes. The variation this dessert has had over the years is amazing. From being served on… Continue reading Stuffed Mango Kulfi

Desserts / Sweets, Ramadan recipes

Stuffed Luqaimat – Eid Special

Stuffed Luqaimat is my this year's Eid ul Fitr special recipe. To begin with, Luqaimat are deep fried dough balls similar to doughnuts that are served with a sweet syrup. These deep fried goodies are popularly prepared at home during Ramadan in many Middle Eastern countries and are commonly sold on streets throughout the year.… Continue reading Stuffed Luqaimat – Eid Special

Chicken Recipes, Ramadan recipes

Pan Fried Chicken Lollipops

Ramadan is a month of fasting, at the same time everyone looks forward to breaking the fast with something appetizing and lipsmacking. I always try to make something that is yummy, isn't very oily, less cumbersome and above all pleases all members of the family. And so, this chicken lollipop recipe fits perfectly in the… Continue reading Pan Fried Chicken Lollipops

Desserts / Sweets, Fruit Recipes

Mango Icecream

Come Summer and the King of Fruits arrives! It would be a shame if one doesn't indulge in all the delicacies made using this grand fruit called Mango. We Indians are obsessed with our Mangoes! Be it any variety. Well aren't we proud of the odd 1000 different varities of Mangoes produced in our land.… Continue reading Mango Icecream

Drinks, Fruit Recipes, Ramadan recipes

Mango Mojo

Mangoes are in season! Quench your thirst using them to make this new summer drink..I am going to serve it for iftari as it has the goodness of a fruit that energizes and refreshes at the same time. Also, since it's so easy to make - ideal for last minute iftar serving. .It's perfect for… Continue reading Mango Mojo

Desserts / Sweets, Indian Festivals / Occassions

Lauki Halwa / Dudhi Halwa – Holi Special

Lauki ka Halwa or Dudhi ka Halwa is a famous Indian sweet made using bottle gourd and milk. Ideal dessert idea for special occasions and festive gatherings. This unqiue sweet dish made using a vegetable is rich in flavour, is tempting looking, has a luscious texture and full of nutrition. Easy to make with few… Continue reading Lauki Halwa / Dudhi Halwa – Holi Special

Chocolate Treats, Kids Activities, Kids Can Cook Too, Vacation Fun

SPOOKY POPS – Halloween Special

A cool Halloween activity cum treat for kids With just few ingredients and less than 15min preps you can set up a fun activity for your kids for Halloween THINGS NEEDED TO MAKE SPOOKY POPS 🎃 Melted White n Dark Chocolate🎃 Sandwiched Cookies (I used Oreo)🎃 Sprinkles🎃 Icecream Sticks / Lollipop Sticks Fix Icecream stick… Continue reading SPOOKY POPS – Halloween Special

Chocolate Treats, Kids Activities, Kids Can Cook Too, Vacation Fun

Pop It Chocolate

Pop It - the colourful fun toy that has taken the world by storm is really something! Not only kids but it's craze has got on to the adults too. People are hooked and popping the toy as a stress buster activity all the time. Kids, on the other hand, are attracted towards the vibrant… Continue reading Pop It Chocolate

Easy Maincourse, Indian Recipes, Kids menu

Soya Matar Pulao

Pulaos are ultimate comfort food for the variety they come in! I love the fact that how any and every ingredient can be used in preparing Pulao which bring about a good riot of flavours and texture! Pulao is essentially a rice based dish that is made using whole spices or fresh herbs for flavor… Continue reading Soya Matar Pulao

Ramadan recipes, Snack Ideas, Tiffin Treats

Potato Garlic Bites

An easy and quick snack for everyone. A good change from pakoras for monsoon cravings. Kids love it and so do adults Potato Garlic Bites Recipe Makes 24 (as seen)1cup mashed potatoes3 tbsp oil3 tbsp chopped garlic1/2 tsp chilli powderSalt1/2 cup water1/4 cup rice flour2 tbsp cornflourOil for fryingStep 1 - Heat oil in a… Continue reading Potato Garlic Bites

Chicken Recipes, Easy Maincourse, Indian Recipes, Ramadan recipes

Grilled Chicken Skewers

A good appetizer or party snack needs to be an ultimate combination of a Gourmet recipe and Quick recipe. Rarely do both combine to give an ideal dish but thankfully this recipe of Grilled Chicken Skewers is spot on! As fancy as it sounds, on the contrary the dish is so simple to prepare with… Continue reading Grilled Chicken Skewers

Desserts / Sweets, Indian Festivals / Occassions, Indian Recipes

Softest Mawa Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamuns are the most loved of all desi sweets. Delicate fried dried milk balls are soaked in flavoured sugar syrup and served warm or cold. Gulab Jamun is a celebration sweet and relished by all, but not many dare to make it at home, mainly due to the fear of landing up with an… Continue reading Softest Mawa Gulab Jamun

Baking Recipes, Chocolate Treats, Kids menu

Ragi Chocolate Cake

Ragi Chocolate Cake is a wonderful dense cake made using millet flour and devoid of any gluten. This eggless cake, gluten free cake is a perfect snack when craving something chocolaty. It's quick to prepare and uses easily available ingredients.

Desserts / Sweets, Indian Festivals / Occassions, Indian Recipes, Traditional Bohri Food

Sev Ladoo

Sev ladoos bring back yummy childhood memories for me. Sev ladoos were made by mom as an Eid sweet for Eid ul Fitr. Brother and I absolutely relished this sweet treat and always looked forward to eating endless ladoos. Mom knew our love for the ladoos, she would make batches of frozen ladoos which would… Continue reading Sev Ladoo

Baking Recipes, Desserts / Sweets, Indian Festivals / Occassions, Ramadan recipes

Basbousa – Eid Special

This Eid ditch the usual favourites and give Basbousa a try! Basbousa is a popular Middle Eastern sweet made from Semolina. It has it's origins in Egypt but is very commonly prepared is homes as well as sold in local bakeries across the Middle East. Basbousa is cooked in a pan traditionally but these days… Continue reading Basbousa – Eid Special

Indian Recipes, Snack Ideas

Chana Bateta – Bohra Style

Chana Bateta, the quintessential Bohri  speciality, a spicy and tangy dish of boiled peas and potatoes This is commonly sold on roadside stalls of Bohri Mohalla, Mumbai during Ramadan and is a popular side dish prepared during food gatherings. Chana Bateta is frequently prepared for iftari (time to break Ramadan fast) by people who cannot… Continue reading Chana Bateta – Bohra Style