Moong Dal Bhajiya/Pakoras or Fritters

Moong Dal Bhajiya/Pakoras or Fritters

Its pouring in Mumbai and my cravings for garma- garam bhajiya with adrak wali chai was already on its peak when I decided to keep aside my healthy eating idea and decided to stuff myself with some crispy and piping hot bhajiyas or pakoras. I love and also miss all the varieties of pakoras be it moong dal, channa dal, potato or onion made by mom and how much I enjoyed it with the green, tamarind and tomato sauce too. Moong dal pakora being one of my favorite is also very popular in Mumbai and is easily available with any…

Mango Yogurt Parfait Recipe

Mango Yogurt Parfait Recipe

In this scorching summer of Mumbai, I am always in search of some light meal options. I am also a firm believer that the breakfast being the most important meal of the day shouldn’t be compromised at all. I am a breakfast person and love to explore different options for my breakfast. Recently, I have discovered my new love for parfaits. Parfaits are frozen dessert which is made using curd (dahi).

Chinese-Style Vermicelli – A twist to regular Vermicelli Upma

Desi- Chinese the Indianized version of Chinese cuisines is popular throughout India. This great fusion is accepted and relished by everyone. I am also fond of Chinese cuisines and prepare them quite often in my kitchen. “Namkeen Sewaiyan” or “Vermicelli Upma or Pulav” is a popular evening snack or breakfast. I thought why stick to only noodles so I gave the vermicelli recipe a twist from the regular onion-tomato version and created the Chinese version of vermicelli. Check out the recipe:

No Bake Homemade Oats/Granola Protein Bar without Honey

With people becoming more health conscious these days their focus has also shifted to Protein rich diet which is highly recommended for all the weight watchers who struggle to shed off some extra pounds. To capitalize this opportunity the market is flooded with protein bars these days. They are becoming popular because it’s very convenient to have them in your snack or breakfast and you don’t need to compromise on your protein nutrition. But, that’s also true that  these protein bars are priced very high. So, I thought why not make these bars at home and eat healthy everyday. There are two versions of these bars with protein supplement powder (easily available in market ) and without protein powder. Try out this recipe and let me know how it turned out to be. I have made it without honey as people say honey looses its nutritional properties on heating. This is the ‘No Bake’ version of the Granola Bars.

Pasta Arrabbiata/Pasta in Red Sauce-Indian Style

Pasta Arrabbiata/Pasta in Red Sauce-Indian Style

I recently had an amazing Pasta Arrabiata in a restaurant and decided to try it at home soon. Some search on google about the penne pasta arrabbiata recipe to understand how it is made and it tasted awesome home.So, try thi recipe for penne pasta in red sauce.