16 Bean Pulav/Biryani

If you have been following OhTastenSee, you know of my love for 16 bean soup mix. I love how its a perfect mixture of nutrition and so rich in protein, and I reach for my trusty stash of 16 bean soup mix, in so many ways except for the soup for which it is named … [Read more…]

Shirataki Noodle/Miracle Noodle Stir Fry

I had written a post about ‘Shirataki Noodles’ a few weeks back. This is a very simple stir fry and also a very versatile one. I usually add eggs and a whole bunch of veggies(any combination that I usually have on hand), spice it up any way you like it and you have yourself a … [Read more…]

Sago Rava Idli(Sabudana Idli/Javvarisi Idli)

I have never been one to make instant idlies or instant dosas, but off late those have become regular features in my kitchen. And, I am amazed at the number of varieties there are available and how easy and tasty these are. This is not so much of an instant recipe, but if you were … [Read more…]

Lemon Quinoa with Black Garbanzo Beans

I had bookmarked a recipe for Lemon Quinoa from Pavithra of Dishes From My Kitchen, a very long time ago. Since then, I have been making this on a regular basis and gradually adapted it to my style. I figured I had not posted this recipe and so, here it is. Check out Pavithra’s blog … [Read more…]

Mexican Lasagna(Bean and Cheese Enchilada Casserole)

If there is one cuisine I love next to Indian cuisine, it is Mexican cuisine. When you are traveling and want to have something that tastes close to home food, the obvious choice is Mexican food. Maybe it has to do with their use of rice and beans and sauces very similar to that of … [Read more…]

Kaaramani Kathirikkai kuzhambu(Black eyed peas and Eggplant spicy curry)

The past few days in Seattle have been so very cold, and we’ve had a misty fog that hung over the city for almost a week. With such a weather, we were longing for something warm and comforting and also hearty and filling. This kuzhambu is a perfect candidate and I made this for our … [Read more…]