Bored of eating soups and a whole lot of eggs during SBD Phase1, this is a recipe that I discovered that makes for a wholesome, filling and very satisfactory meal. Whether you are on a diet or not, this is a very good variation to the traditional idlies and a very healthy one too. The … [Read more…]
If you’re wondering what ‘Zunka’ is, like I did…here is a little intro: Zunka is traditional Maharashtrian dish, where vegetables are sauteed and then sprinkled with a spicy chickpea mixture, such that the chickpea mixture forms a crust around the veggies, adding flavor and texture to the veggies. It was originally devised by Marathi housewives … [Read more…]
Its been 7 weeks since I started on the ‘South Beach Diet’ and I figured that I needed to provide an update on where I am and how its going. I did phase 1 for a total of 4 weeks and as much as people can’t wait to get off of Phase 1, I had … [Read more…]
With going on the ‘South Beach Diet’ I have started to add a lot of beans and lentils to my diet. Beans and Legumes are a wonderful way to add protein to a vegetarian diet. I have also started soaking and bulk cooking my own beans, as opposed to buying canned beans, to avoid the … [Read more…]
Broccoli maybe one of the most detested vegetables..universally. It is so not the case in our house, I buy broccoli, almost every time I go grocery shopping and my toddler son just loves it. Serve it steamed, roasted, in a sandwich or in a soup – it is always a sure hit. Come fall season, … [Read more…]
I have never been one to combine methi with meat, even in my wildest dreams. But, I have been trying to incorporate these greens in a lot of different dishes, thanks to their health benefits. I had heard of Methi Murgh, but I didnt know how it would taste, and did not plan on making … [Read more…]