Parsi Dhanshak is a mix of dals and vegetables cooked together, and flavoured with the Parsi Dhanshak masala.
While Dhanshak is made with mutton, this is a vegetarian recipe for Dhanshak.
Ginger Cookies With A Double Dose of Ginger
These are soft and chewy double Ginger Cookies that are just perfect for the season.
I have used dried ginger powder as well as ground fresh ginger in these cookies.
Usirikaya Charu | Andhra Amla Rasam | Nellikai Rasam: Vitamin C Rich
Usirikaya Charu is the Andhra Amla Rasam that is a great way to include Amla in your diet.
Called Nellikai Rasam in Tamil Nadu, this soupy dish is a delicious way to get a healthy dose of Vitamin C (and Vitamin A and E as well) into your system.
Basbousa: Middle-Eastern Semolina Cake (Eggless Rava Cake)
Basbousa is an Eggless Semolina Cake (Rava Cake) from Egypt.
What makes this cake special is that it is soaked in a Lemony Sugar Syrup to make it simply delicious!
Mysore Rasam | Mysuru Saaru: Coconut- and Dal-based Rasam
I love Rasams of all sorts and this Mysore Rasam (or Mysuru Saaru in Kannada) hits just the right spot.
Tis rasam is made with coconut and dal, and is a much lighter substitute for Sambar.
Masala Oats: Indian Savoury Oats with Vegetables and Sprouts
Masala Oats was something that I fell in love with during the lockdown and has become a staple breakfast in my home ever since. Well, I have a like (note I don’t say love) and hate relationship with oats. There are days when I like them and then there are days when I just can’t stand them. I always marveled at my friend and colleague Deepali, who seemed to relish them everyday. She used to have readymade Masala Oats at around tea-time every day as a way to tide her over till dinner. And my tastes quite align with Deepali’s...
Kobbari Palu Charu | Thengai Paal Rasam | Coconut Milk Rasam
Kobbari Palu Charu is a simple and robust Coconut Milk Rasam. It have a lovely, rich flavour profile and is quite a surprise when you serve it.
Called Thengai Paal Rasam in Tamil Nadu and Kayi Halu Saaru in Karnataka, this rasam will over people you serve it too.
Vegan Roasted Tomato and Red Bell Pepper Soup
This is the recipe for a hearty Vegan Roasted Tomato and Red Bell Pepper Soup.
The red bell pepper helps cut the tanginess of the tomato and lends this soup a nice full-bodied flavour.
Udupi Rasam: Recipe by Anupama Michael
I learnt this recipe for Udupi Rasam from my friend Anupama Michael.
This hearty rasam is made with a paste of slow roasted spices that gives it a robust flavour. I enjoy hot with rice and papad.