The first time I made paneer it was a disaster. So I tried again, and again…and again. This time it was a success! Here is a simple recipe to make it at home, but mind you – it takes time. You can prepare it in the morning, and finish it off when you come home…
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Panki
Ever since I ate at the restaurant ‘Swati Snacks’ in Bombay, I have been craving this Gujarati dish called Panki. It’s rice flour mixed with spices, cooked inside a banana leaf. It is super light, but you can have 10 of these for a full dinner too. Gujarat is a state in India that is…
Poha
Poha is flattened rice that is normally eaten as a breakfast in India, and is packed with iron and fibre. It is cooked with a range of vegetables, one of the main ones being tomato and onions. Turmeric and other masalas are added to this to enhance the flavours further. This is easy and light…
Kaju Ladoos
Kaju means cashew nut in Hindi, and Ladoo is a flour or semolina based sweet (sweets that are served for celebratory occasions are what we call Mithai in Hindi) Ladoos are by far the most popular type of sweet in India, and there are several variations of it. Lord Ganesh is the God we pray…
Rose Flavoured Malai Kulfi Popsicles
Kulfi is a traditional Indian ice-cream, made with milk, cream and lots of nuts. My grandma used to make gorgeous homemade pistachio kulfi, full of flavour and just the right amount of sweetness for me in bulk. Every time I came over, she used to place it in a bowl, and get ready to watch…
Beetroot Masala Pasta
Who would have thought beetroot would make an excellent sauce for pasta! This easy recipe is scrumptious and a healthier option compared to the regular tomato, or white sauce! I love creating fusion recipes that combine the best of both worlds into one. The Indian signature spice garam masala and beetroot combo with the Italian…