Tag Archives: instafood

Litti Chokha

I had litti chokha for the first time when I was ten years old at our family friend’s home. Made in the traditional method using cow-dung cakes, it was an experience! It was the first time I had seen such a different style of cooking.  Litti dunked in ghee is served with Chokha made ofContinue reading “Litti Chokha”

Turkish Poached Eggs

Poached eggs are my Bermuda triangle…Mystery….as to why do people like it. Why why why! As luck would have it, my husband is extremely fond of it and now my daughter. When I came across this dish, it looked too good to not try. I was apprehensive of the poached eggs bit but am soContinue reading “Turkish Poached Eggs”

Pita Bread

Mediterranean Cuisine is a neutral zone at home. We all agree on it and enjoy it! The simplicity of this cuisine amazes me. Despite the simple ingredients, the flavors in each dish are so unique and different from each other. We have Mediterranean nights with Pita, Lavash, Hummus, Flafel, Tzatziki, Grilled chicken or Chicken kibbeh.Continue reading “Pita Bread”

Whole-Wheat Focaccia Muffins

Picnic by the lakeside is what resulted in these Focaccia muffins. I have always made it with plain flour but this was my first trial with Whole-Wheat. Must say, very pleased with the results. With three kids in picnic, I was looking for a way to make the food scene less chaotic and making muffinsContinue reading “Whole-Wheat Focaccia Muffins”

Phirni

Phirni is my dad’s signature sweet dish.  He will jump at an excuse to make it. It works well for me since I don’t have to worry about dessert when we have unexpected guests 🙂 He has done his share of experiments ranging from the thickness of the grind rice…to the sweetness level…to the perfectContinue reading “Phirni”

Paneer Butter Masala – Low Cal!

When forced to eat vegetarian food while dining out, Paneer butter masala is my saviour. I relish the buttery flavour and velvety texture with a hot naan. I never dared to make this at home coz I knew I am not bold enough to get myself to put the amount of butter and cream requiredContinue reading “Paneer Butter Masala – Low Cal!”