GREEN PAV BHAJI – SURAT SPECIAL Surat’s famous Green Pav Bhaji, also known as Hariyali Pav Bhaji, is a healthy twist on the classic Pav Bhaji. Its vibrant green colour comes from a flavourful green paste made using spinach, coriander, mint leaves and green chillies. This Surti version is aromatic, herby and incredibly refreshing. Green…
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ATUKULU DODDAJANAM (curd poha)
ATUKULU DADDOJANAM (Curd Poha) Atukulu Daddojanam is a cooling, comforting Andhra-style dish made by combining soft poha with creamy curd and a flavourful tempering. It’s light on the stomach, quick to prepare, and perfect for summers, vrat days, or when you’re craving something simple yet satisfying. With the aroma of ginger, curry leaves, and green…
JOWAR PONGAL
Jowar Pongal When you crave something light, nourishing, and full of traditional flavors, Pongal always comes to the rescue! This time, I gave the classic dish a healthy makeover with broken jowar (fada) and moong dal — turning it into a high-fiber, protein-rich meal that’s as comforting as it is wholesome. A drizzle of ghee,…
SWEET HIMACHALI SIDDU
SWEET HIMACHALI SIDDU – WARM FESTIVE TREAT Himachali Siddu is a treasured delicacy from the scenic mountains of Himachal Pradesh, loved for its comforting taste and nourishing qualities. Traditionally enjoyed during winters, Siddu is a steamed bread made with fermented whole wheat dough and stuffed with flavorful fillings. In Himachali homes, Siddu is prepared both…
MAWA KACHORI
MAWA KACHORI Mawa Kachori is a royal Rajasthani sweet delicacy made from deep-fried flaky pastry filled with sweetened mawa (khoya) and dry fruits, then dipped in fragrant sugar syrup. Originating from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, it is considered one of the region’s signature sweets.Rajasthani cuisine is known for its richness and indulgent use of ghee, dry fruits,…
BHAIDKU
BHAIDKU Bhaidku is a traditional dish made by coarsely grinding grains like bajra (pearl millet), moong (green gram), rice, etc. In earlier times, the flour was prepared at home using a stone hand mill (called ghanti). The act of grinding in the mill was referred to as bharadavu, and from that term, the name Bhaidku…
BABRU (HIMACHALI UDAD DAL KACHORI)
BABRU Babru is a traditional Himachali deep-fried bread that resembles kachori in appearance but is unique in its flavor and preparation. Native to the Mandi region of Himachal Pradesh, this savoury delight is typically prepared during special occasions and local festivals. Essentially, it is wheat flour dough stuffed with black gram (urad dal), rolled out,…
GHUGHRA SANDWICH
GHUGHRA SANDWICH Ghughra Sandwich is a popular street food from manek chawk, Ahmedabad; which has a combination of flavours to offer. It is easy to prepare within minutes on your regular tawa and requires minimal ingredients.Ghughra sandwich is a simple and unique way of preparing the cheese, onion and capsicum stuffed sandwich which is later…
ALU CHI PATAL BHAJI
ALU CHI BHAJI (ALU CHI PATAL BHAJI) Alu Chi Bhaji is a popular curry from Maharashtrian cuisine, prepared with Colocasia leaves (Arbi ke patte). ‘Alu’ is the Marathi word for Colocasia leaves, and ‘Patal’ means thin, referring to the curry’s consistency. It’s also known as Alu Cha Fatafata in Maharashtra and is often served at…
KELLI CHANA
KELLI CHANA Kelli Chana is a popular street food from Manipur, a state in North East India. This spicy and tangy dish is prepared using white peas or chickpeas and traditionally served on lotus leaves or banana leaves, adding a natural fragrance. The name ‘Kelli Chana’ is said to be derived from a woman named…
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