Leftover Makeover – Mushroom Masala Burrito

One of the most compelling reasons for me to start a food blog was seeing so many food blog events going on, that encourage you to try new recipes. I am still in the first few days of starting this blog, and am still working on getting my feet on the ground , but I … [Read more…]

Mochai puli kuzhambu

When I first came to the US, I was kind of skeptical about using frozen veggies. But, the ease of use, no chop benefit and the fact that it saves you from the once in a while empty crisper day makes me stock up. I always have some frozen vegetables on hand, more so than … [Read more…]

Simple Cauliflower Fry

Ingredients: 2 cups of cauliflower florets 2 tsp canola oil 1 tsp of cumin 1 tsp of mustard 1 tsp of fennel seeds 1/2 tsp of turmeric 1/2 tsp of chilli powder 1/2 tsp of garam masala salt to taste Method: Heat oil in the pan, add mustard. When it splutters, add cumin and fennel. … [Read more…]

Honeyberry Smoothie

One of the most difficult things to do on a busy morning, is to find time for breakfast, a healthy breakfast, not to mention a fruity breakfast. People who know me well, know how fruits and I go. There are a very few fruits I like, let alone love. But, with an attempt to eating … [Read more…]

Paruppu Vadai/Aamai Vadai

I had to make an appetizer for an Indian potluck yesterday. I’m not very good in the appetizer department, mostly because most Indian appetizers are fried. I could get by the frying, but I wanted to make something quick that involved no breading, no battering and not a lot of chopping. That ruled out pakoras, … [Read more…]

Mint flecked Chicken curry

Its amazing how things you make in a hurry, or do no prep work for end up tasting great. I should put a disclaimer on the ‘tasting great’ part, cause I didn’t taste this chicken curry. Its based on the verdict of a few friends who came for an impromptu get-together, or rather ‘lets all … [Read more…]