Pudina Sadham/Mint Rice

Mixed rice/Pulavs are a great dish to serve – either in a potluck, for a weeknight dinner or for the lunch box the next day. I have so many rice recipes on OhTastenSee, but there is so much more to document. This ‘Mint Rice’ is one such recipe. I make this with leftover rice. I … [Read more…]

Fresh Green Peas Curry/Mutter Masala

Every year in spring we plan out our garden, this includes updates to flowering plants as well as planning out what plants we will grow in our vegetable patch. Regular features include tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash and radishes. We have tried out bell peppers, chilli peppers, cucumbers, green beans etc. but until this year we … [Read more…]

Methi Mushroom Mutter Masala

This is a twist on the regular Methi Mutter Malai, by the addition of mushrooms to the mixture. Its a very easy, but rich curry to make, especially if you have frozen methi on hand like I do. I never used to buy frozen methi, and have very recently discovered how easy it is when … [Read more…]

Saffron Milk Jeera Pulao

I served the dal makhani as a side for a Saffron Milk Jeera Pulao. I had friends over for dinner last night and made a vegetarian menu with store bought Naan, Dal makhani, Tandoori Capsicum Masala and Chocolate Mousse for dessert. The recipes and clicks for the rest of the menu will feature in the … [Read more…]

Spinach Pesto Pasta with Peas

I am never buying jarred pesto again…Yep, I have discovered how easy and effortless making pesto is. And, it is a great alternative to the usual tomatoey pasta sauce, or the cheesy alfredo that dons pasta at my house. It is a much healthier option too. Better yet, you can make the pesto in advance. … [Read more…]

Coconut Milk Pulav with Peas

Canned Coconut milk is the greatest thing to have in my kitchen..I love it. It adds a richness to almost any dish. And, it is a fairly healthier option when it comes to adding heavy cream. It contains half the amount of calories and fat when compared to heavy cream. This coconut milk pulav is … [Read more…]