Recipe for Dhaniyewale aloo Chaat . Dhaniyewale aloo chaat is a speciality of Kanpur.
mint leaves
Dal Pulao
Chane ki dal ka pulao is a one pot meal recipe for a wholesome nutritious meal. This is an easy recipe and is a nice twist to the normal Dal Chawal ( Dal & Rice ).
Aam Panna
In North India as the temperature soars high the roads would get deserted. Most people try to avoid commuting or being out doors in the afternoon, and for the few who are on the roads, Aam Panna vendors are a blessing. You will spot people selling Aam Panna from Big earthen pots covered with red cloth with boiled mangoes tied around the top, on a cart. Aam Panna is an excellent cooler. Not only does it quench thirst but good source of Vitamins and iron. It is also considered good for digestion. Mom used to give it to us after…
Red Wine Terrine
I have been wanting to make red wine terrine for some time but did not get an opportunity. Finally got an opportunity to make it for a friend who was shifting house. after a hectic day , Wine terrine is a perfect dessert. It is strictly an adult only dessert as the wine content is substantial. Though the colour and look makes it very attractive for the kids. Thankfully my daughter was not around and I did not have to explain her why she could not eat it. As I am a big fan of single serves, I set a…
Passionfruit Lemon Iced Tea
Recipe for refreshing Passion Fruit lemon Iced Tea
Kiwi Cucumber Cooler ( Cocktail & Mocktail )
Bangalore has never been this hot, or may be this is what I say every year. My daughter is particularly fond of juices and i try and avoid as much as I can packaged juices. This recipe is for entire family , with little modifications it can be a cocktail, mocktail or a healthy fruit drink. Kiwi, cucumber, lemon & mint all four are very refreshing and. The tangy kiwi, cool cucumber, soothing mint and energizing lemon when combined together we get a drink to pep up in hot summers. I added Chia seeds to the mocktail and it gives…
Steamed Basa
 I am the first person in my family who started cooking fish. My dad is very particular about buying chicken and mutton. He has his fixed shops, and spends a lot of time telling butcher on the kind of cut and how the meat should be cleaned. But, somehow he did not ever buy fish. I started buying and cooking fish after I started working. The love for fish increased after i moved to southern part of the country. My daughter is also a big fan of fish.
Mango Pudding
Make the most use of mangoes while they are available. mango is one of the fruits that eveyone ( or most people) like and therfore i dare to experiment with mangoes