This is a home-style recipe that embodies so many childhood memories. A comfort food treat, made as a special occasion … More
Author: Supriya Raman
Poori (Indian Fried bread)
Growing up, a special occasion weekend brunch was piping hot Poori, with Urulai (potato) curry. Transported to childhood today, and … More
Fiesta Burrito Bowl
These burrito bowls are the best thing ever! Packed with corn, lime & jalapeño millets, crispy potatoes, fresh pico de … More
Zhoug Pasta w/Tomato Relish
My recent sauce obsession has been Zhoug (ZOOg); a spicy cilantro ‘pesto’, known to have originated from Yemen, then to … More
South Indian style Cabbage & Greens
Keeping it simple, light and tasty today with a recipe from back home; pan fried cabbage Kari. I also had … More
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad w/ Amchur Mayo Dressing
Amchur is the crowning glory of this salad. Eating this salad is like a refreshing and healthy version of eating … More
Cardamom Oat Fig Cookies
It’s cookie time! You read that right, I actually baked! We’re such savory people in general, that I rarely get … More
Marinara Baked Vegetables with Garlic-Caper Fried Broccoli Rice
Marinara Baked Vegetables with Garlic-Caper Fried Broccoli Rice is the ultimate healthy and tasty meal! You won’t even realize there … More
Oats Khichdi (IP recipe)
Oats khichdi with garlic pickle and papad/appalam. When your morning oatmeal gets down home and dreamy! Made in the instant pot, … More
Spiced Pepper Medley & Black Bean Tacos
We love tacos, and find every which way to change up the fillings each time! Today, a portion of my … More
Methi & Lemon Spiced Dal (IP recipe)
Our meal bowl today was complete with dhal, millets, cucumbers and a simple salad. This rather simple version of dhal … More
Pesto Pasta w/Black beans & Broccoli Rabe
I first made this recipe several years ago as an adaptation of the Italian spaghetti with white beans. I’ve since … More
Aaloo Chole
One of our favorite dinner recipes is this simple chickpeas and potato curry. A few basic veggies and the right … More
Ginger-Black Pepper Oats Kanji
Kanji is a classic South Indian breakfast dish. Made by grandmas in India for centuries, it’s a humble breakfast dish … More
Bhindi Aloo (Crispy Okra & Potatoes)
You will absolutely love this Bhindi Aloo masala that has perfectly cooked okra with crispy potatoes! People are often skeptical … More
Spicy Korean style Ramen Noodles
These ramen noodles are Korean flavor inspired, and my version of everything I love about Korean food! They’re spicy, savory, … More
Sundried Tomato & Basil Pesto Pasta with Cauliflower
With dwindling supplies, I’m trying to make do with those jars and cans in my pantry, especially those way way … More
10 minute Easy Chia Jam
This easy chia jam is my favorite. No special equipment, no canning jars, and none of those grotesquely large quantities … More
Kale Gnocchi Rainbow Salad
Gnocchi is probably one of my favorites types of pasta. These Kale and spinach ones that swap out most of … More
Cumin-Lime Vinaigrette w/ Rainbow Salad
It’s a glorious thing when healthy, tasty and beautiful all align together in one meal. This colorful salad, is easy … More
Sweet & Spicy Glazed Mushrooms & Basil Eggplant Bowl
✨Sweet & Spicy Glazed Mushrooms & Basil Eggplant Bowl✨ Today’s meal is all about flavor. A simple home made glossy … More
Spiced Pears + Vanilla Oat Bowl
Today’s breakfast is Creamy Vanilla Oats. w/Spiced Asian pears, Cacao nibs, and Berry peanut butter. This is a great way … More
Spice Crusted Eggplant
This is the eggplant side dish we all need in our recipe repertoire! 4 spices, 6 ingredients, and under 15 … More
Indian Peanut Salad w/ Chilli-Lime dressing
Irresistible crunchy & tangy peanut salad on the menu today. In typical south Indian style, these utilize boiled peanuts, rather … More
Korean Broccoli & Snow Peas Stir Fry
If you haven’t tried Kimchi yet, this recipe is a great way to start! Kimchi is pickled/fermented vegetable, usually the … More
Cucumber & Radish Slaw on Toast
We all have those days of slapping butter or jam on toast, while running out the door. What if we … More
Spiced Carrot Hash & “Eggs”
Why are “eggs” in quotes? Well because these are vegan! As some of you may know, after being a vegetarian … More
South Indian style Yu Choy (Asian Green)
I found some beautiful Yu Choy at my local asian market, and decided to make it Tamil (south Indian) style. … More
Creamy Cardamom Oat Bowl
This is a great way to make healthy food taste indulgent and have your breakfast look all kinds of beautiful … More
Carrot Salad w/pickled Ginger
This simple and tasty Indian salad makes the humble carrot shine. It’s an easy home style recipe that is refreshing, … More
Chole/Channa Masala: Easy version
Channa Masala has innumerable variations depending on the region of India it originates from. More recently, it’s grown wings and … More
Cauliflower Gnocchi with Tomato Parmesan Sauce
Cauliflower gnocchi is one of my favorites. They are hearty and comforting, yet so healthful. Swapping out most of the … More
Spicy Miso Salad Nourish Bowl
Made myself a healthy and nutritious plate of food! The highlight of this meal is the spicy miso salad dressing! … More
Edamame Noodles & Veggie Stir Fry
Today is all about these nutritious noodles made from edamame, that are high protein, low carb, and addictively delicious! I … More
Tofu, Quinoa & Black Bean Scramble
The things I look for the most in weeknight meals are simplicity, nutrition, and flavor. This recipe hits the mark … More
Three Bean Curry w/Fenugreek leaves
This three bean curry with Indian spices and *key ingredient*: fresh fenugreek leaves is the one pot meal of your … More
Zucchini & Cilantro Stem Thogayal (Chutney)
Thogayal, is a south indian (specifically Tamilian) style of chutney. It varies from a chutney, because it uses a combination … More
Black eyed Peas & Coconut Milk Masala
This creamy and hearty masala is a complex-tasting dish that is a one-pot recipe and surprisingly easy to make. The … More
Dal Oat Bowl w/ Cauliflower Kari
I prefer to keep my weeknight meals under 30 minutes, and this recipe is perfect for that. This bowl of … More
Sprouts & Green Mango Salad
Today is all about this herb dressed Mango & Moong Sprouts Bowl; Filled with crunchy veggies, super tangy raw mangoes, … More
Spiced Dal (One-pot and Oil free )
This is my under 30 min one-pot (Instant pot) recipe for that creamy, and hearty dal we all love. It’s … More
Chickpea Pasta & Basil Balsamic Marinara
This is my go to weekday recipe. You can never go wrong with comforting spaghetti & marinara, and this recipe … More
Turmeric-Mint Broccoli & Spinach Soup
I can’t think of a better way to warm up than this bowl of creamy turmeric and mint greens soup. … More
Oats Pongal (Shortcut recipe)
Happy Pongal to my fellow Tamilians, and to everyone else celebrating your versions in the rest of India. This season … More
Homemade Greek Salad and Dressing
Ever been to a mediterranean restaurant and ask yourself “how do they make such a simple salad taste so great”? … More
Crispy Pan fried Taro aka Sepankizhangu Roast
Not gonna lie, my kitchen smells so insanely good right now! We’re in South Indian (Tamil) food paradise. I mean … More
Mung Bean Sprouts Masala
How do you make basic pantry veggies and lentil sprouts taste like that gravy that’s been simmering all day long? … More
‘Cauli-Rice’ Pulao with Shishito peppers
Pulao is an Indian style fried rice traditionally made with basmati rice. This pulao is a low carb, healthier take … More
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Mashed Potato Masala
With the holiday season upon us, who doesn’t indulge in some comfort food goodness occasionally…and by that I mean all … More
