JAMUN SANDESH Jamun, Jambu, Java plum, Black plum whatever we called them, they are native to India & surrounding countries Nepal, Pakistan & Sri Lanka. Jamun is a very good source of carotene, iron, folic acid, calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus & sodium. It has high levels of antioxidants & vitamin C . It’s health benefits…
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KULKUL
KULKUL When searching for vegetarian Goan delicacies, got many dishes which are unknown to me. At last my choice goes on to Kulkul – a traditional Christmas sweet made of all purpose flour. Kulkuls which pronounced as ‘Kalkal’ & also known as ‘Kidyo’ are an integral part of ‘ Kuswar ‘ ( tray filled with…
MASOOR TONAK
MASOOR TONAK Masoor Tonak is delicious coconut based gravy using whole brown lentils ( sabut masoor ). Tonak means any spicy curry made with coconut and spices which can be added with legumes, or any vegetables. Tonak is like staple food in Goa , they make “tonak” everyday. In lunch, they have rice mostly &…
BAJRE KI KHATTI RABDI ( PEARL MILLET FLOUR SOUR CURRY )
BAJRE KI KHATTI RABDI(PEARL MILLET FLOUR SOUR CURRY) Rajasthan, the land of Maharajas is paradise for foodies. Rajasthani Cuisine is a cuisine with large spread of mouthwatering dishes with vegetarian and non vegetarian food.Some of the iconic vegetarian food of Rajasthan includes the most popular Dal-bati-churma, bajra methi puri, gatte ki sabzi, ker-sangari, pyaaz kachori,…
RAAB
RAAB As winter starts raab, kadha, soups took place in our kitchen. Winter is the season to rejuvenate our inner health for whole year. Lots of green vegetables available in market & we should use maximum vegetables in our daily meals. Raab is a drink which is consumed in winters as well as when we…
SHEER CHAI/PINK TEA
SHEER CHAI/ PINK TEA Kashmir is known as the ‘Heaven of Earth’s because of its beautiful lakes, mountains & valleys and it’s cuisine is also heavenly. Sheer chai, also known as Noon Chai or Pink tea, is a traditional tea of Kashmir. The Kashmiri people have it 2-3 times a day with kashmir breads. It…
KOTHIMBIR VADI
KOTHIMBIR VADI Maharastra cuisine includes mild & spicy dishes. Wheat , rice, jowar, bajri, vegetables, lentils & fruits are dietary staples. When we are think of Maharastra Cuisine , what comes in our mind? Answer is Vada pav, Pav bhaji, right? But apart of these, ukdiche Modak, kothimbir vadi, thali peeth, misal, aamti, pachadi are…
OMBHAL
OMBHAL North Eastern States of India are collectively known as the ‘ Seven Sisters ‘ , which was named in 1972. The Seven Sisters comprise Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland & Tripura. Later in 1975, Sikkim is included as 8th state. Nagaland is the magnificent state with magnanimous culinary treasures & shares it’s…
DABELI
DABELI Dabeli is a street food which is originated in Kutch Region of Gujarat. And now it is popular and available at many places in India. This spicy street food need not more description. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time : 20 minutes Serves : 4 Ingredients: 4 dabeli buns 4 tsp garlic chutney 4…
KOLAR BORA ( RIPE BANANA FRITTERS )
KOLAR BORA (RIPE BANANA FRITTERS ) West Bengal is known as the land of maach ( fish ) & bhaat ( rice ). Bengal cuisine is a good combination of vegetarian & non vegetarian dishes. Also Bengal cuisine is a blend of sweet & spicy flavours. In Bengali cuisine ‘paanch phoron’ is being used generously….
DOLLOPS BY DIPA 