Instant Besan Dhokla/ Khaman Dhokla Recipe

Instant Besan Dhokla/ Khaman Dhokla Recipe

Khaman Dhokla is a traditional Gujarati delicacy, beloved for its soft, spongy texture and delightful flavor. Made primarily from gram flour (besan), this savory steamed snack is not only a treat for the palate but also a nutritious option, as it is rich in proteins 

Murmura Upma/Puffed Rice Snack

Murmura Upma/Puffed Rice Snack

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 

Light Lunch Recipes Roundup

Light Lunch Recipes Roundup

I had announced the Light Lunches Month @ RedChillies in the month of June. The thought behind the Light Lunches event was to come up with healthy ideas that are not only easy on calories but delicious and taste; that way we do not feel 

Vermicelli (Semiya) Upma/ Shavige Uppittu

Vermicelli (Semiya) Upma/ Shavige Uppittu

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 

Dosa Recipes / Dosa Varieties

Dosa Recipes / Dosa Varieties

I had announced the Dosa Month @ RedChillies in the month of March, and during that month I had posted only Dosa (Indian savory  pancakes)recipes. To us Dosa +chutney is comfort, go to food and we love Dosas of any type. I did not get 

Easy Coconut Rice Recipe, South Indian style

Easy Coconut Rice Recipe, South Indian style

In India coconut is one of the most common offerings to God.  Since is considered ‘sreshtha’ (superior) and auspicious it is offered as a way of prayer. It is first de-husked, broken along with the shell and then offered. After that the coconut is treated 

Whole Moong Bean Dosa

Whole Moong Bean Dosa

I learnt making this Dosa only after coming to the US. I had not tasted or heard of this Dosa while I was in Bangalore. But now I understand that this Dosa is referred to as Pesarattu in Telegu.  The procedure for this is pretty