Vegetarian Recipe Blog
A group of my friends and I gathered for our Cooking Club, and the theme was Bangla Thali—a tribute to the vibrant and diverse cuisine of Bengal. The table was a feast for the senses, featuring an array of traditional dishes that showcased the region’s love for bold flavors and comforting textures. Among the highlights was Basanti Pulao, a fragrant, […]
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Couscous Sabudana Khichdi is a modern take on the classic Maharashtrian dish, blending the nutty texture of couscous instead of the chewy pearls of sabudana (tapioca). This fusion recipe is light, gluten-free, and packed with flavor—perfect for breakfast, fasting days, or a wholesome snack. The couscous adds a subtle grainy contrast to the soft sabudana, while roasted peanuts, and spices […]
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This light and crunchy Indian cabbage salad gets its unique flavor from a sizzling tadka (tempering of spices in hot oil). Fresh cabbage, onion, and lemon juice bring brightness, while the crackling mustard seeds, and curry leaves add a burst of aroma. A quick, healthy side dish that pairs beautifully with rice, dal, or rotis. ? Recipe Card Ingredients Instructions […]
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Tofu Vegetable with Fresh Basil Stir Fry is a flavorful and wholesome dish that combines tender cubes of tofu with a colorful array of stir-fried vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and snap peas, all tossed in a savory garlic-soy sauce. The addition of fresh basil adds a fragrant, slightly sweet and peppery note that brightens the entire dish, making it […]
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Doddapatre chutney is a delicious and healthy South Indian chutney made from doddapatre leaves, also known as Cuban oregano, or Mexican mint. This chutney can be enjoyed with rice, idlis, dosas, or as a side dish. Doddapatre chutney is a flavorful and medicinal and is popular in either as chutney or as tambuli. The leaves are sautéed with spices like […]
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Raw Mango Thecha Chutney is a fiery and flavorful condiment originating from Maharashtra, India. This rustic chutney combines the sharp tang of raw mangoes with the bold heat of green chilies and the nuttiness of roasted peanuts. Traditionally pounded using a mortar and pestle, Thecha has a coarse texture, which enhances its earthy appeal. It is often paired with bhakri […]
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Sweet Aval Pidi Kozhukattai is a traditional South Indian steamed dumpling made with flattened rice (poha), jaggery, and coconut. This dish is often prepared as a Naivedyam (offering) during festivals, especially for Lord Ganesha. The process involves coarsely grinding poha, melting jaggery in water, and mixing it with coconut, cardamom, and ghee to form a dough. The dough is then […]
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