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Aloo Bonda /Batata Vada

Published On 10 Oct 2011 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Karnataka Recipes.

After the scorching summer we had here, the weather has taken a U turn and turned into a mild, pleasant one, reminiscent of the autumn season. Added to this it got cloudy and we had some drizzle over the weekend making it even cooler. There is something about the rain ... Read More

Instant Besan Dhokla/ Khaman Dhokla Recipe

Published On 22 Sep 2011 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Breakfast/ Brunch /Tiffin Varieties, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Light Vegetarian Lunches, Low Fat Recipes.

Khaman Dhokla, a Gujarati traditional dish is a savory snack made out of gram flour. It is steamed (not deep fried) and is typically served during breakfast or dinner. Since it is made out of chickpea flour it is rich in proteins and carbohydrates. Soft, spongy and delicious they also ... Read More

Sweet Poha/ Goda Pohvu

Published On 20 Aug 2011 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Diwali Recipes, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Indian Festival Recipes, Sankranthi/ Pongal Recipes, Sweets(Mithai) / Desserts.

Flattened rice (also called beaten rice) is called Poha in Hindi, Avalakki in Kannada, Atukulu in Telugu and Aval in Tamil. In India, Poha/ Flattened rice is easily available and is usually associated with simplicity. Poha is considered a favorite of Lord Krishna and so this sweet dish is usually ... Read More

Murmura Upma/Puffed Rice Snack

Published On 15 Aug 2011 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Breakfast/ Brunch /Tiffin Varieties, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Karnataka Recipes, Konkani Recipes, Light Vegetarian Lunches, Low Fat Recipes.

Hope you had a good and relaxing weekend! Remember the rant I made last about the relentless summer heat here in Texas, with the temperatures being above 100+ for the past 45 days? Guess what? The rain Gods finally answered our prayers and it rained here for a little bit providing ... Read More

Vegan Banana Coconut Bread (Quick Bread)

Published On 14 Jul 2011 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Eggless Recipes/ Egg Free Baking.

I am not sure if I have asked this before or not, but asking this again hoping there are new ideas in store. O dear reader, what do you usually do with the over ripe bananas that is lurking over your countertops? Make the quintessential banana bread, milkshake, pancake, freeze ... Read More

Vermicelli (Semiya) Upma/ Shavige Uppittu

Published On 27 Jun 2011 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Breakfast/ Brunch /Tiffin Varieties, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Karnataka Recipes, Kid Friendly Recipes, Light Vegetarian Lunches, Low Fat Recipes.

This will probably be my last post for the Light Lunches Event here @RedChillies an on-going event for the month of June. This event focuses on light lunches that are easy on the calories, yet rich in taste and delicious. Once such dish that fits the bill and one which I ... Read More

Garden Pasta Salad

Published On 16 Jun 2011 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Light Vegetarian Lunches, Low Fat Recipes, Pasta Salads & Soups.

Don’t we all look for light healthy food options? I do and I look for low fat, healthy, vegetarian lunch ideas all the time and that is the idea behind the Light lunch Event. Throughout the month of June I will be posting recipes of salads, sandwiches, rice, breads etc ... Read More