A bowl of creamy, cooling cucumber raita is bliss on a summer day! Beat the heat with this simple recipe using a handful of ingredients. Comes together in under 10 minutes! If you want to eat it on its own - totally go for it! Or else pair cucumber raita with rich and spicy indian dishes as a refreshing side. Isn't it funny how sometimes the most comforting recipes can slip under our radar? I make raita practically every day during summer, and yet it somehow didn't make its way onto my website until now! But hey, better late than never, right? I hope you give this recipe a whirl and discover ..read more

Whip up these delightful whole wheat tandoori rotis, perfectly crispy on the edges and soft in the center, right in your kitchen with this easy recipe. You won't need any fancy appliances or an oven—just a trusty old tawa (iron griddle) will do the trick! Lots of tips and step by step included! Being from north india, my love for Indian flatbreads runs deep. Almost everyday, I make basic roti which is simply made with whole wheat flour(atta) and water.Growing up, whenever we had guests visiting, mom would prepare tandoori rotis or tawa naan at home. Sometimes she'd prepare the dough and send ..read more

These pan seared tandoori lamb chops are bursting with the flavor of fragrant indian spices and have a juicy interior and a beautifully browned exterior. To make the easy lamb chop marinade you need yogurt, ginger, garlic and few spices to tame the gaminess of the meat, along with fresh herbs and a splash of lemon juice. Ideal lamb chops recipe to make for your summer grilling and bbq parties! Lamb isn't that popular in India and I didn't grow up eating a lot of lamb chops, rather mostly mutton. Muttons chops are fancy and expensive, so occasionally, mom would would treat us to her special ma ..read more

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