Paneer bhaji is one of the most simplest, yet the most nutritious recipe I make so often. It goes very well with any type of flatbreads, nan or on its own with few poppadum and done! And my writer's block need little mercy as it's refusing to lift.  Hence today I will dive in straight into the recipe without any further delay. Here is how I make this Quickie! Paneer Bhaaji   Preparation time:  15 mins Cooking time: 15 mins Total time: 30 mins Makes: 1 serving INGREDIENTS: 1 tsp ghee, room temperature 1 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 onion,chopped 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic, minced 1/2 ..read more

Our most favourite meal when guest arrive without any notice is this mouthwatering egg biryani that is served in minutes and the aroma of the fresh mint leaves is something mesmerizing. Here is the recipe as quick as unannounced guest.   Easy Egg BiryaniPreparation time: 10 mins Cooking time:  20 mins Total time:  30 mins Makes: 1 serving INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup brown basmati 1 tsp cooking oil 1/2 tsp whole garam masala 1 bay leaf 1/2 onion, sliced long 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic, mince 1 Tbsp. frozen peas(optional) 1/2 chilli powder 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp coriander pow ..read more

Bharwa Bhindi, the stuffed okra with peanuts and seeds - Tantalise your next lunch box with this bharwa bhindi delicacy that's packed with flavours and is a delicious treat to your taste buds. BHARWA BHINDI Bhindi, the slimy okra is a fantastic late summer vegetable to cook and now that we are in September here in the UK, I'm getting my sleeves up with these not-so-fond-of-many lady's fingers and I know what comes next to your mind, The infamous SLIME! However, the not-so-slimy recipes do exist in Indian kitchens and this bharwa bhindi recipe is a great hit amongst the children and grown-u ..read more

Kale Chips, the powerhouse cult and the hippest green of the decade that dares to swap the other counterpart varieties despite their bitter profile where bitter speaks even better. Here is why you should try making them. CRISPY KALE CHIPS Kale, the curly leaves are alkaline, bitter and one needs to acquire its taste to benefit the essential nutrients. One can have hundreds of reasons to exclude these thick sturdy leaves, but they host thousands of nutritional benefits to including in our diets. They are a member of the same infamous brassica family to which the broccoli, the collards and th ..read more

A classic, no-bake vegan dessert that takes less than six ingredients all in their natural form. Here is an easy date rolls recipe, a nutty, fudgy melt-in-the-mouth treat for every occasion and an affair to remember... DATE ROLLS No-bake date rolls known for their protein-rich succulence, the most delectable nature's treat for any occasion can make dessert indulgence a guilt-free affair. A perfect snack-on-the-go for any time of the day enriched with the added goodness of nuts like almonds and pistachios. If you are a fitness freak, then your strained muscles will thank you for an extra ..read more

Ghee, known as the elixir of life in Ayurvedic Science, has gained new admiration for healthy saturated fat in the west. Let’s explore more.  In India, Ayurvedic physicians and holistic healers have been using ghee for nourishment and body detoxification for ages. It is both used as a food and as a natural remedy. Ghee, the liquid gold, has been in South Asian homes for centuries ever since man learnt how to make butter.   When there was no refrigeration, people in a warm tropical country like India found ways to preserve butter by removing its water content and burning the milk s ..read more

GROATS PANCAKES This is my first post in the new year, and I would like to begin the post by wishing you all a very Happy New Year.   2020 has been such an isolating year in terms of socialising and distancing. Yet with online and remote  support, we all have made it manageable for each other. I'm grateful for having you all in my life through each view, comment and share. Thank you! I have begun the new year with a bang, I have taken up The Mindful Nutrition Course.  The first thing I learnt about Nutrition is that it's not limited just to the food intake. It is a mindset ..read more

GREEN COCONUT CHUTNEY I tried my best to find a suitable synonym that didn't quite sound gross for "lick". Nothing came closer to portraying the homely feeling of deliciously enjoying that "Chatni". Hence, I'm going ahead saying that  "Chutney", a borrowed westernised term for "Chatni" actually means something that is so saucy and so delicious that you want to lick off the container. Chatni tells to lick! I learnt young that most of the dishes are named either after the ingredients used, shapes, olfactory reasons, aromas or  sometimes even cooking in a particular type of cookware ..read more

CILANTRO AND SWEET POTATO SPREADThere are days when we want a quick fuelling brunch that is simple, savoury, creamy, satisfying and also the one that can save us from spending long-standing hours in the kitchen during the hot days. And all we can think of is an easy spread and a wholesome wrap. Quickie! This time we had some seeded bagels and sweet potato. So, we came up with a cilantro and sweet potato spread. This herby delicious spread is somewhere in between hummus and butter in terms of texture. It is smooth, savoury and is delicately flavoured to add that extra oomph factor. We took ..read more

Food connects people and binds religious beliefs. It plays a significant role in religious rituals and worship across the humankind in the form of sacred offerings that are different across the globe. While religious food offerings are faith bound and are deep-rooted in tradition and practice, the spiritual endeavours and the spirits of the people who enjoin to keep those traditions generation after generation alive is remarkable. Be it plain water, milk, honey, fruits, bread, wine, flowers, meat etc. when attached with a sense of religious devotion receives sacred handling. One such divi ..read more