…; the sev used is deep fried but the chutneys & the fillings used are healthy as it is free from cooking oil. It also has fibre, vitamins, proteins.The ingredients used in the various chutneys are valued in Ayurveda & helps in bringing about a balance in vata, pitta & kapha. It is important & necessary to add the right amount of punch, zing & tang to the “Chaat.” To achieve this you need to have some lovely chutneys to top…
…c, have antacids & protective health benefits. They are so nutritious, healthy & full of energy & yet many try to avoid this wonderful, humble fruit which is so delicious with natural sugars. Even doctors & dieticians do not encourage consumption of this fruit. For that matter, even I am advised to avoid it. But I absolutely adore bananas & eat them. My maternal grandmother loved bananas. There was no need to ask her which frui…
…and freeze. To Freeze Pesto: Pour the pesto sauce in ice trays, top with olive oil, cover with cling film and freeze. Once frozen, remove the cubes, store in a zip loc bag, label with date and the weight of each cube of pesto and re-freeze. Thaw the required cubes of pesto when ready to use….
…s occasions in India. Besan is high in protein & very nutritious & healthy… To prepare besan ladoo is very simple & easy but requires utmost patience. Besan, which is chickpea flour is very delicate & needs tender loving care while dry roasting as it has a tendency to burn if you are not alert. You need to focus completely on gently roasting the besan to get the right texture, aroma & the desired reddish brown color which is a…
…indulging in a snack. It is a delicious & very fulfilling meal. These healthy, thick, crispy pancakes can be prepared with a combination of various spices & vegetables of your choice. You can make large, small or mini uttappams & they will still be very tasty…I usually prepare a big batch of batter & then it is like a South Indian food festival. Today’s post is a sizzling hot onion uttappam which is very simple, easy & tasty….
…day’s recipe is extremely easy, simple & quick. If you are looking for healthy & nutritious options then this is it! This salad makes for a delicious dinner & a wonderful lunch option… So here is a highly nutritious sardine salad just for you… 😀 Ingredients : 1 tin canned Sardines in Oil (flaked roughly) 4 cups boiled Macaroni ½ cup fresh grated Carrot ½ cup diced Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum) 1 tbsp. dry mixed Italian Herbs or as…
…en on second thoughts you may change your mind & want to reach out for healthy snacks. Well, biting into hot, steamy momos/dimsums with a lip smacking chutney/dipping sauce is a great option without feeling guilty. Momos are delicious appetizers/snacks & a wonderful comfort food. If you are on a diet or calorie conscious then this is it! Momos are dumplings native to Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet & the Himalayan states of India. They are such c…
…buffet table too. They are so quick, easy to prepare & above all very healthy. They stay well in the fridge so you can mould them & store in batches & fry them even at short notice. They are good to serve at potluck, kitty parties or even at a get together with friends. You can even relish them while you watch matches on the television. Make large or mini cutlets; they are excellent both ways. It is a great any time snack for children…
…n medallions with saffron sauce & colorful veggies is very nutritious, healthy & delicious! This recipe is elaborate but if you are organized in your pre-preparation then it is really very easy & quick… While browsing through my old hand written recipes, I came across this recipe which I felt should be a part of the thanksgiving meal this year. So here is the recipe for you… We enjoyed it & I hope you will too! 😀 For Poaching the C…
To begin your day, it is very important to have a good healthy & nutritious breakfast. Most of the time many skip breakfast as they are in a hurry due to their work commitments & do not give a thought to it or simply because they do not rise early enough to be in time for breakfast. So here is a very wholesome & interesting way of kick starting your day with a very quick & easy option with eggs… Just go ahead & prepare this a…