PAAN SHEERA Sheera or halwa is traditional Indian sweet. Rava sheera/suji halwa is one of the sheera/halwa which is often prepared in my kitchen. Apart from the classic rava sheera, I have tried variations in flavours in this sheera.Today, I have prepared Paan sheera for Holi festival. This twist in the classic sheera turned out…
PAAN FALOODA
PAAN FALOODA Falooda is a popular Indain summer drink which is prepared with basil seeds, falooda sev/vermicelli, rose syrup and milk. Apart from rose falooda,other flavours like khas, mango, strawberry, pistachio,saffron also are popular.Today, I have prepared a Paan flavoured falooda. The fresh betel leaves gives this falooda a refreshing flavour with deliciousness. Preparation time:…
PURPLE CABBAGE RISOTTO
PURPLE CABBAGE RISOTTO Risotto is an Italian rice dish cooked with any broth until it reaches a creamy consistency. There are various types of risotto which are prepared. But, some ingredients are common which are butter, onion, wine, parmesan cheese etc. In risotto, Arborio rice is used, but in India it is not easily available…
SPINACH CORN RICE
SPINACH CORN RICE Spinach Corn Rice is healthy and delicious Indian rice plate which is delicately spiced. This vegan and glutenfree rice is made with spinach,corn and whole spices and can be prepared quickly. Though this rice is mildly spiced, it still tastes scrumptious. This iron rich rice is a meal in itself, you wan’t…
DRYFRUIT & SEEDS CHIKKI
DRYFRUITS & SEEDS CHIKKI Chikki is a traditional Indian & Pakistani sweet usually prepared from nuts and jaggery. Sometimes sugar is also used for preparing chikki. Though most common and popular variety in chikki is peanut chikki but there are several differnt varieties which are also consumed and prepared in the Indian households.It is said…
BOONDI CHIKKI
Makarsankranti is perfect example of unity in diversity, as the harvest season is celebrated across india by different names but for the same purpose. Makarsankranti, Lohri, Pongal, Bihu, they all are harvest festivals and till-gud chikki and ladoos are essential in this celebration.Today, as an experiment, I have prepared chikki using Boondi (namkeen) and that…
BARNYARD MILLET UPMA
BARNYARD MILLET UPMA Millets are packed with plenty of nutrients that help us promote good health and we all know this fact. To raise awareness about the importance of millets and their health benefits, the year 2023 is declared as International Year of Millets. When this year is coming to an end, let’s celebrate millets…
ROASTED CHIWDA
ROASTED RED POHA CHIWDA Chiwda or Chewda is fried Indian snack which is popular in Gujarat and Maharastra, usually prepared with Poha (flattened rice flakes), peanuts and roasted gram (dalia) but here I have prepared a healthy version of Chiwda. First of all, I have roasted everything instead of frying. Secondly I have replaced white…
SOY STICKS & CHIPS
SOY STICKS & CHIPS Soy sticks-chips are popular fried Indian snack prepared from Soy flour along with rice flour, wheat flour, gram flour and spices. This crispy and flavourful snack is not only favourite amongst kids but Indian spices turns this snack into best finger food. Soy sticks and chips are widely available in the…
VRAT KA SHEERA ( FASTING ALMOND SHEERA )
FASTING ALMOND SHEERA(Vrat ka sheera) India is a large country with many states and many festivals are celebrated across India. Various cultures and religions lead to celebration of many religious festivals. Religious festivals are celebrated with various rituals, poojas, fasting along with enjoyment. And that’s the reason that so many fasting / vrat food is…