What could be more Puneri than the Matar Karanji? Fresh, vibrant green peas, mildly spiced and mixed with coconut, stuffed in a crunchy pastry cover. Once you taste this Matar Karanji, I guarantee it will become your favorite pick-me-up or party snack. How is the Matar Karanji different from the Matar Kachori? Apart from the…
Jackfruit Curry/ Fanas Masala – Summer Vegan Recipe
Jackfruit or fanas (Marathi) is a summer favorite. Every region in India has their own way of cooking this meaty vegetable, called katahal in Hindi and echorer in Bengali. This Jackfruit Curry or Jackfruit Masala is actually a fake Mutton Masala, with the kind of spice paste typically used to make a meat curry. With the unique…
Banana Date Modak – Sugar Free Vegan Recipe
Labor Day weekend is here and so is Ganesh Chaturthi. This is the time when we pay homage to the elephant Lord, Lord Ganesha and pray for a fuss free life sans obstacles. And get to eat Modkas! Here is my sugar free modak recipe with banana and dates. The traditional offering or prasad for…
Onion Pakora Recipe – Khekda Bhaji [Vegan]
Onion pakora! Monsoon is the best time to enjoy these crispy, crunchy onion fritters, simply spiced with turmeric and carom seeds. They are the quintessential Indian street food along with a cuppa of chai. Summer in the Northern hemisphere officially lasts until September 21st. July and August are the dream like summer months widely awaited…
Spinach Whole Wheat Wraps – Palak Paratha Recipe
I grew up in the central parts of India, known for extreme temperatures in both summer and winter. In India, frozen vegetables are not very common, apart from say green peas. We mostly ate and still eat in-season veggies that are locally grown. So Palak Paratha was mostly a seasonal dish. The ‘exotic vegetables’ like…
Cucumber Peanut Salad – Khamang Kakdi [Vegan Recipe]
Cucumber Peanut Salad or Khamang Kakdi or Kakdi Chi Koshimbir is a staple in our home. It’s something I grew up on, and thankfully, loved even when I was a child. Yup, I was the kind of child who gorged on salads and greens. Veggies have always been a big part of any meal for…
Sprouted Horse Gram Curry – Kulith Usal [Vegan]
Horse Gram, also called kulith in Marathi, is one of those indigenous super foods we don’t pay much attention to. It is a small bean or legume which is high in iron, protein and is also known to be beneficial for many health conditions like diabetes and arthritis. With this simple Horse Gram Curry recipe…
Karanji Cookies – Sugar Free Coconut Cookies Recipe
Karanji Cookies? I bet that sounds odd to you. That seems to be the best name for them based on how I came up with this recipe. This is a family favorite, and this year, it is made with Sugar Free Natura instead of sugar so that everyone could eat it without worrying about sugar….
Boondi Kheer – Diwali Leftovers Get a Makeover
Diwali means so many things to us. And in addition to the diyas, rangoli, lights and new clothes, food plays a big role. Diwali Faral has a lot of importance, especially in a Maharashtrian family. Boondi Laddu is a must for Diwali, and it is one item I look forward to on Diwali morning. When…
MasaleBhat – Spiced Rice from Maharashtra
MasaleBhat simply means spice infused rice. It is a delicacy in Maharashtra, my home state, and a must for festivals, weddings and special occasions. As the name suggests, it is warm and spicy and does pack a punch. In our culture, there is a traditional way of serving a meal. Although we don’t follow this…
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