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Hummus

This Hummus recipe was the outcome of a Heart attack. My friend went on a health spree when her husband had a heart attack. Everything in her kitchen suddenly was centered on Low Cal and that is how we were introduced to this amazing Hummus. I have served it as a spread on bread, BBQ,Continue reading “Hummus”

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”

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”

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!”

Carrot Walnut Cake

My Mom in law was very proud of her carrot cake recipe, which she had got from a family friend. As per her it was a fool proof recipe. Boy did I prove her wrong! Not giving up, I gave it another shot and decided to move on from carrot cake. Kept my research onContinue reading “Carrot Walnut Cake”