If India were to name a national dish, it would be the classic khichdi. This blend of rice and lentils has been a staple for Indians for centuries. From the travels of Jean Baptiste Tavernier in the 1600s to the kitchens of the Mughal era that gave the humble dish an imperial twist, khichdi has...
Debunking popular food myths. Representational image only. Photo Credits: Freepik/ redgreystock How often have you heard myths around foods you grew up eating? "Rice at night is bad for your heart. Coconut oil is bad for your arteries. Mangoes are off-limits for diabetics,” they said. Today we decided to debunk these common food myths and educate...
The Indian superfood we want to talk about is not a seed, flower, herb, or spice. Yet it is one of our favorite meals. If you grew up in India, chances are you love and adore this too. Yes, you guessed it right. The desi superfood that we are talking about is khichdi. This...
We often speak to you about how every aspect of your health revolves around your gut. Your gut health is not limited to cases of constipation, irritated bowel syndrome (IBS), acidity, or bloating. When you have a health or lifestyle condition that affects your heart, liver, lungs, brain, blood, hair, or skin - it...
Grandma's All time special- Simple Rajma curry Rajma, the best soothing and all time favorite comfort food! This dish served with rice is such a popular meal in most North Indian households prepared with special grandma's recipes using hand pounded spices. Rice and rajma provide a perfect balanced and protein rich meal. 1 cup rajma...
Chicken Curry - Perfect weeknight dinner goals. True goes the saying, there is nothing more satisfying than a family dinner with the delectable special Iftar recipe filled with goodness and packed with aromatic flavors. Presenting to you easy to prepare Chicken Curry using the hand-pounded spices from our very own kitchen pharmacy giving an overall...
Rice and Cucumber Pancakes - A Delicious Low Potassium Meal Idea Presumptuous easy to make in no time pancakes can be whipped in minutes with the easy available ingredients from our very own kitchen , add on the spices relish it in the snacks /breakfast or even tuck it in tiffin boxes too. Mixing bowlLadle 1/2...
Moringa Khichdi- Relish the taste in every bite Unique and rich blend of khichdi using a combination of Hand-pounded dals, rice and the goodness of moringa powder. Pressure cookerLadle 500 g hand pounded sonamasuri rice50 g moong dal50 g masur dal1/4 cup green leafy vegetables as per availability or fresh coriander finely chopped2 tsp moringa powder75...
Power Packed Chutney Pumpkin seeds are a powerhouse of nutrients. Presenting a power-packed chutney in the best possible way which can be relished by the entire family plus reap the numerous health benefits too. High speed blender ½ cup pumpkin seeds (soaked for 5 to 6 hours)½ cup fresh coriander/mint leaves1 green chilli4 garlic cloves1- inch ginger¼...
Khichdi – What’s on my plate? A simple and a nutritional blend of lentils and rice, Khichdi has been the staple for Indians for many years now. Not only does it account for an ideal protein on the basis if rice and lentils but also packs in Nutritional punch making it simple on the...
Alu Vadi - Pelting Mumbai rains call for the most comforting tea time snack -Alu vadi a perfect tea time match. Mumbai monsoons bring in the availability of fresh alu leaves in the market. Alu leaf is called colocasia in English. It is also known as Arbi ke Patte (Patte means leaf) or taro leaf rolls. Alu...
Monsoon Special momos - Enjoy health and taste in every bite Monsoon Special Momos - sans refined flour, MSG and other additives. Get nutrition in every bite and in a hygienic way! SteamerMixing bowl 1 cup Ragi flour (can use jowar/Amaranth flour too)1/4 cup Rice flour2 to 3 tbsp Sattu flour1 Grated Carrot6 nos. French beans...
