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Savory Quinoa Pancakes (Uttapam)
Who doesn’t like pancakes? There are quite a few different versions depending where in the world you live. I grew up eating thin French crepes, but only discovered thick pancakes when I came to the states. India has a different type of pancakes that are naturally gluten-free, vegan and protein-packed that make the best breakfast! […]
Glorious Golden Milk Paste
I never had problems sleeping my whole life until I hit menopause. The combo of weight gain, hot flashes, which is essentially our hormonal system going into supersonic mode for no good reason, can really disrupt the body’s ability to fully rest, repairs and restores itself. No wonder we get cranky from time to time! […]
Creamy Vegetable Korma
Vegetable korma is a traditional Indian dish that exemplifies comfort food. It features a variety of vegetables cooked in a creamy, spiced sauce. Just like the many types of salsa you will find in Mexico, different regions of India have their own unique variations of korma. For example, in the northern regions of India, it […]
Creamy Dairy-Free Kulfi Ice Cream
The first time I tasted kulfi, I thought I died and went to heaven. After a rich and spicy Indian meal, it cleansed my palate, delivered just the right amount of sweetness, and creaminess. What I loved was that every bite was infused with a lovely cardamom and pistachio flavors, and yet I couldn’t see […]
Indian Puffed Rice Salad
The first time I tasted Bhel Puri salad was in an Indian restaurant in San Jose California many years ago. Someone at our table had ordered it as an appetizer. I couldn’t believe the explosion of flavor in every mouthful. Sweet & sour, crispy and crunchy, and loaded with fresh herbs. It was light, crunchy, […]
Air-Fried Vegetable Samosas
This week, we are making one of our favorite Indian appetizers: vegetable samosas. I can remember the first time I sank my teeth in one of these crispy spicy little pillows. I thought I had died and went to heaven! And don’t get me started with the mint and tamarind sauces! This is my definition […]
Vegan Saag Paneer with Tofu
Every now and then we have a craving for something a little spicy and special. We had an abundance of fresh greens from our garden, so the idea of making the Indian classic Saag paneer came up. The traditional recipe calls for pureed spinach and paneer a type of homemade cheese cubes that typically comes […]