I had a whole bunch of fresh green beans that needed to be used, and also had a huge craving … More
Category: Turmeric
Potato & Tofu Curry
This simple curry is my go to when I need a quick side dish to eat with rice. Hearty potatoes … More
Spice crusted Brussels Sprouts (Bonus: carrot salad w/turmeric dressing)
Brussels sprouts made my favorite way, with spices of course. I honestly don’t know where this delicious vegetable gets its … More
Tofu Scramble
I could eat a good savory scramble everyday, and tofu scrambles are my go to. They’re easy to make, nutritious, … 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
Aaloo Chole
One of our favorite dinner recipes is this simple chickpeas and potato curry. A few basic veggies and the right … 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
Spice Crusted Eggplant
This is the eggplant side dish we all need in our recipe repertoire! 4 spices, 6 ingredients, and under 15 … 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
South Indian Cabbage + Peas Curry
As you read a recipe for a spiced stir-fried cabbage, you may think meh..cabbage. But this Tamil style (southern Indian) … More
Crispy pan-fried Okra, Chettinad Style
Chettinad Masala belonging to the Chettinad region of Southern India is quintessentially Indian in its complexity, and specific blend of … More
Juice Cleanse – Day 3
It’s the final day! Big Lessons: Clear your schedule. Plan and re-prioritize all three days. Grocery shop. Don’t presume any feelings … More
Juice Cleanse – Day 2
If you haven’t read my previous posts: “Prep” and Day 1, please do. This is my experience, continued… As expected, day … More
Juice Cleanse – Day 1
If you haven’t read my Juicing “Prep” post from yesterday, please do. This is my experience…continued… Yesterday was a successful … More
Spiced Ghee sauteed Zucchini + Lauki (Indian Bottle Gourd)
Home cooking is what we crave after a while on the road; and this weekend was all about that. The … More
Turmeric-Cumin-Pepper Rasam
Rasam (literally means essence) but translates culinarily to a spiced broth, or soup. Often served over rice, or other grains … More
One-Pan Tofu and Broccolini Stir-Fry
Weekday lunches for me are all about ease and speed; yet they have to be healthful and fit into a … More
Indian Skillet-fried Colorful Peppers, Mushroom , Edamame
Stir-fry’s are my go-to meal for when I’m feeling lazy, need to use up random veggies, or craving something spicy … More
Tamilnadu style Carrot Fry/Kari
I don’t think I’ve met a carrot I didn’t like! These rainbow carrots are stunning, and so is this simple … More
Butternut Squash Coconut stir-fry and Mashed Spinach with crisped Coconut
Today’s lunch mood totally called for some good ol home cooking with flavors from South India (specifically Tamil/TamBrahm cooking) I … More
Turmeric Couscous w/Roasted Mushrooms & Shishito Peppers
Some days, your lunch isn’t wearing any makeup and it’s still the most beautiful thing in the world. Spice roasted … More
Dal Sabji Indian Nourish Bowl
This Indian vegan bowl is taste and texture perfection in my book! A dollop of nutritious dal with spiced veggie … More
Whole Moong and Masoor Masala Dal
Lentils are my go-to for quick and easy comfort food. With the varieties of dals, spices and veggies, along with … More
South Indian style Peanut-Sesame Curry with Gourd and Squash
This is a Chettinad (region in south india) inspired curry, with some variations by me. The dish is incredibly fragrant … More
Spice Crusted Roasted Cauliflower
Sheet pan roasted veggies are my favorite! They are so easy to make and you can make whatever you like … More
Cauliflower Shishito Masala
Simple is always gorgeous in my book. Cumin and Fenugreek leaves are the spice stars of this recipe. The combination … More
Pan fried Red Cabbage & Brussels Sprouts with Turmeric and Roasted garlic
Our local farmers market inspired this lunch, when we found the most gorgeous red cabbage and Brussels sprouts. I often … More
Spice Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Brussels Sprouts will always have my heart. This controversial veggie gets a spiced makeover in one of my favorite recipes! … More
Curried Rice Noodles (IP Recipe)
Ingredients: 1 lb rice noodles 1″piece ginger, peeled and sliced thin lengthwise 4 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced thin lengthwise … More
Black Chana and Black eyed Peas Curry
We all try to solve the weeknight dinner puzzle of what to make that’s easy and tasty – This is recipe … More
Spicy Noodle Soup with Coconut Milk (IP Recipe)
This is one my favorite cold rainy night meals. A comforting bowl of noodle soup, which packs a powerful punch … More
Aaloo Tikki
Aloo (Potato) Tikki (Croquette) is a typical afternoon snack that’s served with Indian chai. There is probably a variation of crispy … More
Cauliflower and Chickpeas in a Coconut Cilantro Curry
Apart from being a tongue twister of a name, this dish is an ideal combination of textures and flavors. The … More
Kovakka (Ivy Gourd) Curry
Gourds in general are often under appreciated and possibly even unknown in some parts of the world. The incredible versatile … More
Karamani Masala (Black Eyed Peas Curry)
This is a simple, easy to make recipe without compromising on flavor. Black eyed peas stewed with ginger, garlic, tomatoes … More
Vegetable Pilaf with Tomato Mint Gravy
Fight off winter blues with this spicy vegetable pilaf filled with everything that reads comfort about Indian spices. Continuing the ‘stick … More
Indian Spiced Hakka Noodles
This is a perfect “warm your belly” spicy bowl of noodles with flavors from a typical Indian kitchen. It doesn’t … More
Stir Fried Garlic Tofu Noodles
Some of my favorite weeknight dinners are simple stir fried dishes. This version came about simply with ingredients I had … More
Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Green Lentil Soup
This is a soup recipe adapted from BHG. The original recipe called for pumpkin, red lentils and chickpeas, but with … More
Coconut Chayote Squash Masala
This kind of Squash, a prominent vegetable in Indian cooking, is known as Chayote squash in markets in the US. The local name we … More
Spicy Beetroot and Peas Curry
Ingredients 3 medium beets, washed, peeled and diced 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 cup frozen green peas,thawed to room … More
