These skillet toasted veggie paneer sandwiches have a spicy filling made of creamy paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and colorful vegetables stuffed in between slices of soft white bread! This paneer sandwich recipe get ready in 10-15 minutes and is perfect for quick breakfast, brunch, lunchboxes or evening snacks! My sandwich recipes selection includes a few go-to recipes, like aloo masala sandwhich, or green chutney chicken sandwiches, but they're downright delicious with a cup of masala chai! I love making these paneer sandwiches for weekend desi brunch along side egg bhurji. Often, when ..read more

Indulge in a delightful fusion of flavors with this decadent mango panna cotta recipe. This mango panna cotta combines the silky smoothness of traditional panna cotta with the tropical sweetness of ripe mangoes. Effortlessly luxurious, with a texture that melts in your mouth! It's a breeze to prepare, about 10-15 minutes (plus resting time). What's more? It's gelatin-free and bursting with the flavor of mango in every spoonful! You can make this mango panna cotta with fresh mangoes or use canned mango puree. It is a perfect, make ahead dessert for summer season! Each year, as the mango season ..read more

Is there anything better than spiced, fragrant and warming masala chai? I love a cup any time! Learn how to make authentic indian masala chai with this easy 4-step recipe. Steeped in tradition and infused with aromatic spices, every sip will transport you to India! In India, every household has their own unique chai recipe passed down through generations. I am sharing with you how to make strong masala chai, also known as "kadak chai," renowned for its bold flavor and unwavering consistency. Chai isn't just a drink for us Indians; it's a cultural embrace of warmth, connection, and tradition ..read more

Tender chicken meatballs meet a fragrantly spiced, flavorful onion and tomato sauce (gravy) in this one-pot indian chicken kofta curry. This 2-in-1 chicken kofta recipe is so versatile! You can whip up these juicy koftas and serve them as a tasty snack or appetizer alongside a medley of chutneys. Or transform them into a hearty main course by simmering them in a rich and spicy curry sauce. I love making keema on weeknights- it is quick to cook and always a hit with my kids. Their absolute favorite is keema rice or keema pasta. And let's not forget about the mouthwatering keema masala paired w ..read more

Warm malpua served alongside a bowl of milky rabdi is an ultimate dessert dream! To make these mouthwatering Indian style pancakes, small portions of an eggless batter are fried in ghee until the edges are crispy and then they are soaked in sugar syrup so that the center becomes soft and spongy. For this easy malpua recipe, you need basic ingredients like flour, yogurt, sugar, milk powder, few spices and ghee. Perfect indian sweet (mithai) to serve on indian festivals such as Holi, Diwali, or Dusshera. If you are a fan of indian sweets such as gulab jamuns and jalebi, wait untill you try the ..read more

Layers of thandai soaked spongy ladyfinger cookies and thandai flavored whipped mascarpone cream make up this easy festive dessert, perfect for Holi. This creamy thandai tiramisu is raw eggs free and comes together in about 15-20 minutes if you have thandai or thandai powder ready to go! I am a bit obsessed with tiramisu and whenever indian festival time rolls around, my mind begins to conjure up ideas for Indian fusion tiramisu variations that I could whip up. Whether its my rose tiramisu, masala chai tiramisu or lemon tiramisu with eggless lemon curd), they are always a huge hit with my fam ..read more

Crispy samosa bites topped with soft and tender chana (spicy chickpeas) and served with smooth yogurt, a medley of zesty chaat spices and assortment of hot & tangy chutneys - feeling hungry already? Lets learn how to make samosa chaat to satify our cravings! This easy indian chaat is a crowd pleaser! All you need is a box of ready to use samosas, cooked chickpeas and few condiments that you could make at home or purchase from store! Indian chaat recipes offer a delightful array of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors and I often find myself daydreaming about them. Well, maybe not every single ..read more

Imagine succulent pieces of tender lamb, coated in a hot & tangy sauce that tantalizes your senses with every bite- that's lamb madras. This slow cooked, one pot lamb dish will instantly transport you to south india. But, there is a catch! Interestingly, this fiery lamb curry, or rather, madras curry is relatively unknown in India. Surprisingly, lamb madras was invented in British-Indian restaurants, where its rich and robust flavors quickly captivated the taste buds of diners. Much like chicken tikka masala, this indo-brit dish is a true example of how cooking evolves across borders. I m ..read more

Roasted cumin powder, or bhuna jeera (zeera) is a 1 ingredient spice that you can make in about 5-7 minutes and store for months in your pantry. It has a unique smoky & nutty aroma and before you ask, yes! its totally different in taste from ground cumin. The more you work with spices, you will understand how simple techniques like soaking them in water, dry toasting, or grinding can transform their flavor and texture. Even the same spices can impart varying textures to your recipe depending on whether they're coarsely or finely ground. Dry-roasting the cumin seeds intensifies their natur ..read more

Egg pakora, also known as egg bhajji or egg bonda are a delightful crispy & spicy indian snack or appetizer. Pair it with green chutney for a perfect flavor combination. These deep-fried egg fritters are made with thick hard boiled egg slices coated in an indian spiced gram flour (besan) batter. A popular indian street food & highly addictive! Gluten free recipe! Pakora (quite simply, fritters) are super popular snack in India. You really dont need an occasion for samosas and pakoras and the latter are a rainy day must have with hot chai! Growing up, mom would make a variety of them ..read more