Assamese black sesame chicken is a recipe from Assam and something similar is made in Meghalaya as well. The chicken pieces are coated in a black sesame seed paste which lends the whole dish a beautiful nutty smokiness. While exploring chicken curry recipes from India, this was one recipe that I couldn’t stop eating! Homestyle chicken curries from East India feature such unique ingredients. And this Assamese black sesame chicken curry, also known as til diya murghi mangxo, is the perfect example of that. As the name suggests, the star ingredient of this dish is til or black sesame seeds. Sesa ..read more

These jowar dhokla take healthy snacking to a new level! Introducing yet another simple and delicious millet recipe, these dhoklas are just as delicious as the regular khaman dhokla. Plus a whole lot quicker too!  Say hello to the latest millet recipe in town - jowar dhoklas! I have been on a mission to include more millet recipes in our diet, and these jowar dhoklas are a result of yet another successful experiment. This might not sound like the most exciting dish, but one bite into these soft, spongy sorghum dhoklas will change your mind. And if you’ve read my millet 101 article, then ..read more

Here are 45+ delicious Easter Recipes that are a combination of Indian and International cuisine so that you have the best of both worlds. Like most festivals, Easter too is incomplete without friends, family and of course, good food! The simple joy of sitting around a table with all your loved ones, talking, laughing, and passing around plates of delicious food is what Easter means to me. But planning an elaborate Easter lunch is definitely not easy. Don't worry though, because I am here to make this a whole lot easier for you! Scroll down for a list of over 45 quick and easy Easter recipe i ..read more

There’s no better festive (and let me add, everyday!) Indian snack than the perfectly flaky and crispy Namak Para (Nimki).  These savoury spiced diamond-shaped crackers are super ADDICTIVE to munch on between meals or with some chai – you’ve always got to keep a batch at home!  Namak Para is one of those things that I make a big batch of before Holi and Diwali to send to friends and family. There’s something about crispy, flaky Indian snacks that feels so comforting to me, having grown up eating and loving them. Whether it’s the classic Punjabi Samosa or the nostalgic Corn Spinach P ..read more

There’s nothing like enjoying piping hot malpuas dipped in sweet chashni, am I right? You need to add these almost instant mawa malpua to your list of Holi recipes to try this season!  If you haven’t tried Malpua before, let me have the pleasure of introducing them to you. This Indian sweet is essentially fried pancakes soaked in sugar syrup – served piping hot. It’s got crisp edges and a soft centre that just melts in your mouth. Yes please!  If you have tried Malpua before, then you’d know what I mean when I say this dessert is just something else! But making it can be a lengthy p ..read more

I don’t know about you, but I love Holi! This Indian festival feels like one big party, and a chance for my inner child to come out and make a complete mess (minus the shame haha). I feel like Holi is incomplete without 3 things - friends and family, thandai, and gulaal obviously!  Speaking of colors, ever since my daughter became old enough to join our Holi celebrations, I have been very careful about the kind of colors I pick. I read so much about holi colors containing toxins like lead, asbestos, sulphite, etc. which can be really harmful to our skin and hair. Which is when I decided ..read more

Make the festival of colours a lot more fun and vibrant with these vegetarian Holi recipes. Not only are these recipes quick and easy, but they are totally delicious and will make post-holi snacking feel like an extended party. Whether you are looking for ideas for crispy starters, easy appetizers, or yummy desserts and drinks, there’s definitely something in here for you!  Starter/Snack Paneer Pakora Recipe 2 Ways Here's a recipe for super crispy paneer pakoras, done two ways. These pakoras have soft paneer on the inside and a really crispy batter outside! Check out this recipe Th ..read more

Chocolate Ragi Cake is a great way to use millets. It is rich, soft, moist, chocolatey, and a healthier cake recipe. And don’t worry, you can hardly taste the ragi; just lots of chocolatey goodness. Buckle up, your chocolate cake game is about to change forever!    Today we’re going to bake a delicious homemade chocolate cake using the most unexpected ingredient - finger millet! More commonly known as ragi, it’s a powerhouse of the good stuff like protein, fiber, vitamins and nutrients, and is the perfect healthy alternative to all your sweet cravings. This ragi cake is a great ..read more

We all know the health hazards of eating processed foods, yet somehow usually end up eating more than we’d like. Over the years, I have really cut down on my processed food intake and picked up some healthy alternatives along the way - so come along as I walk you through some easy and realistic tips to cut down on processed foods.  For the longest time, every time I would be hungry or feel like a snack, I would reach straight for a pack of chips. It is delicious, would give me the crunch I needed, and also moderately fill me up until it was time to have a proper meal. It was only after m ..read more

Millets might not be the most popular foods out there, but they most definitely should be. Millets are super nutritious, healthy, and 100% gluten-free. Scroll down for a complete guide on everything you need to know about millets - including types, benefits, and lots of tips to include more millets in your diet.  I didn’t grow up eating millets. But in the last few years, I have seen my parents incorporating them into their diet. They are also a popular staple in Karnataka where I now live. So here is me trying to learn more about them and hoping to break them down for you so that you ar ..read more