Indo Chinese food gives me all the feels. It’s uniquely Indian, bears little resemblance to Chinese food, yet the nostalgia … More
Category: Bell peppers – Green
Indian Peanut Salad
Call it chaat, snack or salad, this dish is a Desi (Indian) favorite that elicits the simplicity of process and … More
Wild Rice & Black Bean Soup
For those days when you’re craving a cozy, creamy, comforting bowl of soup…I have the perfect new recipe for you. … 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
Easy Veggie packed Pasta
This easy pasta is packed with veggies, simmered in homemade marinara sauce, and overflowing with deliciousness! This happens to be … 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Black Bean Noodles with Black bean Vegetable Hash
Who ever thought pasta/noodles could be so nutritious and healthy. We live in truly wonderful times! This black bean noodle … More
South Indian Style Green Beans with Colorful Peppers
Continuing the simple sautéed theme with flavors from home, today’s lunch was green beans, colorful sweet peppers, with gingely oil, … More
Black Bean Quesadilla
This is a no muss no fuss recipe thats easy to put together without sacrificing on the deliciousness scale. Ingredients: … More
Black Bean Soup
How are we feeling this post inauguration day? Need a pick me up? I sure did. This recipe will help. … More
Sweet and Spicy White Bean Stew
The creamy and buttery beans with crisp vegetables in tart, salty, sweet and spicy sauce is a simple weeknight meal inspired by my … 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
Macaroni – Indian Style
This is my favorite go-to recipe. With ingredients that I always have readily in my pantry, it makes for a delicious, … More
Black Bean Salad with a Mint-Lemon Dressing
This is a recipe I frequently make and definitely one of my favorites. It’s a wholesome salad with a perfect … More
Black Bean-Cilantro Pilaf
1 cup Basmati Rice 3 tbsp canola oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 jalapenos, finely chopped 1 red bell … More
Black Bean Salad – Leftover Makeover
I made a really easy black bean salad, with beans leftover from making the Black bean Tortilla rolls. For this … More
Bhajji (aka Indian Tempura)
I am stuck in the house because of the blizzard that’s hitting our town. What else is there to do … More
String Beans and Green Bell Pepper Pulao
Using my South Indian spice mix I posted before, here is another easy one pot dish. Serve this with salted … More
