Batate Song – a Konkani style spicy potato curry About Batate Song Batate Song is a spicy curry made with potato, onions and spices. It is a traditional Konkani dish and pairs well with steamed rice and Dalitoy. Made with few basic ingredients, this curry turns out delicious and gets made quickly. The term ‘Song’  in the context of Konkani cuisine does not refer to the English word song as in ‘music’.  Instead it comes from the Konkani language. In Konkani the term ‘song’ refers to a type of gravy commonly used in many dishes. Hence, Batate Song refers to  potatoes cooked in a s ..read more

Dalitoy  is a simple, flavourful Konkani style dal made with minimum ingredients. Dal is an essential staple in every Indian household. It holds a special place in Indian cuisine.  Made using different types of lentils such as tuvar dal, masoor dal, chana dal or moong dal, dal is a versatile dish which offers nutrition and comfort. Its preparation varies from region to region and even from family to family. From the creamy dal makhani from North to the tangy sambar of South India, each variation of dal tells a story of local tradition and taste. Some of the dal preparation on this bl ..read more

Peanut Butter – a creamy nutty spread made with roasted peanuts enjoyed for its rich flavour and nutrition. About Peanut Butter Peanut Butter is a creamy delight made using the humble peanuts. Made solely from peanuts, it is a rich source of plant based protein and healthy fats. Thus, it is hailed as a nutritious staple in the plant-based diet. It serves as a convenient alternative to dairy based spreads such as butter and cheese. It can be enjoyed in countless ways. It can be spread on toast,rotis, blended into smoothies and shakes, used as a dip for fruits or vegetables. It can be used to ma ..read more

Mixed Sprouts Salad – Salad made with sprouted moong and chana with Carrot ginger dressing. About Mixed Sprouts Salad Mixed Sprouts salad made with sprouted green gram and black chickpeas with carrot ginger dressing  is a protein and fibre rich salad. This salad is nutritious, oil-free and vegan. At the heart of the salad, lies the humble yet nutritious sprouted moong and chana. The true star of this salad is the Carrot ginger dressing which is made with carrots, ginger, dates, green chilly, lemon juice and salt. The dressing makes the salad flavourful and wholesome. Made without oil or r ..read more

Drumstick Carrot Soup – a nutritious soup made using drumsticks and carrots. Soups have always been cherished for their comforting warmth and nutrition.  They offer a nourishing boost to body and mind. Soups can be made in different textures and flavours. Some are smooth like bisques while others are chunky like stews. Each soup has its own unique taste and they can be made to suit everyone’s mood and appetite. Two soup recipes on this blog are tomato shorba and horsegram soup. About Drumstick Carrot Soup Drumstick carrot soup is a wholesome soup that is not only tasty but also nutritious ..read more

Jowar Onion Roti and Vegan cucumber Raita – Oil free rotis made with sorghum flour and onions served with vegan Cucumber raita. Jowar Onion Roti and Vegan cucumber Raita makes for a great combination for lunch or dinner.  Jowar millet /Sorghum flour is gluten free, rich in dietary fibre and minerals making it an excellent choice for weight management.  Jowar is a versatile millet with wide range of culinary uses. It can be used to make rotis, dosas, idlis, porridge, cakes, dhoklas and many more dishes. About Jowar Onion Roti Jowar Onion roti is made by combining jowar flour, chopped ..read more

Millets Coconut Sevai – Millets sevai cooked with coconut, nuts and spices without a drop of oil. Sevai also known as shavige/semige or vermicelli is a traditional South Indian dish, popularly made from rice flour. It is consumed as a breakfast dish and can be made sweet or savory. I have already shared the recipe of Rice Sevai Upma, Lemon Sevai and Tomato Sevai on this blog.  Traditionally sevai was made using rice flour. However in the recent years there has been a growing interest in healthier alternatives to rice-based dishes, leading to the emergence of millets sevai.  Sevai or ..read more

Knol Khol Sabzi – a simple sabzi made using Knol Khol/ Kohlrabi that’s available during winters. Knol Khol or Kohlrabi belonging to the cabbage family is known for its round stem and nutritious leaves.  Kohlrabi looks like a turnip , but grows above the ground. It is not a root vegetable. It has crunchy and juicy texture with a slightly sweet flavour.  Kohlrabi can be enjoyed raw or cooked in variety of ways. It can be used to make sabzi, soup, stir-fry, fritters, pickles etc. Its leaves are also edible and can be used in salads or sabzis/curries. About Knol Khol Sabzi Knol Khol Sab ..read more

Heart Idlis – mini idlis with a heart in the centre. As a South Indian, Idlis and dosas are my preferred  breakfast dishes. I enjoy experimenting with them which has resulted in a diverse array of idlis and dosas on this blog. For variety of idli recipes, click here and for dosas, click here. Today, on the occasion of Valentines’s Day, I wanted to prepare idlis keeping Valentine’s day theme in mind. So, I decided to make mini idlis in  two colours – white and red.  For red idlis, I incorporated beetroot juice into the batter. After steaming the idlis, I used a heart shaped cutte ..read more

Oats Choco Chip Cookies – delicious, healthy cookies made with oats, besan, ghee, jaggery and choco chips. In the era of health-conscious living, everyone is looking out for nutritious yet delicious snacks. With a growing focus on mindful eating and overall wellness,it is always advisable to consume homemade snacks as against snacks filled with preservatives. . Oats Choco Chip cookies are made with wholesome ingredients such as oats, gram flour, ghee and jaggery. It is very easy to make and can be made under 30 minutes. Hence it makes for an ideal snack to prepare at home and also to satisy sw ..read more