Rasam or charu is traditional spicy South Indian soup served with Rice. To make Rasam Powder: In a pan dry roast coriander seeds, cumin (Jeera),  dried whole red chilies and peppercorns for 3 minutes. Add curry leaves and roast for another minute. Grind these ingredients for 30 -40 seconds into…

Mixed vegetables in spicy tomato sauce. Servings 4-5, Cooking time including preparation 25 mins. Method: Boil carrots and beans in water for 4-5 mins then add peas. Let them cook for a minute and keep them aside. In a separate pan dry roast Elaichi, clove and jeera for 1 min. Add…

  Mooli paratha is a traditional North Indian bread  stuffed with radish and spices. Usually it is made with oil or ghee/butter. Here is a recipe for tasty parathas that are oil free and dairy free. Servings: 8-9 Parathas. Cooking time including preparation is 30 minutes. Method: For stuffing: Grate radish.…

Aloo paratha is a traditional North Indian bread  stuffed with potato and spices. Usually it is made with oil or ghee/butter. Here is a recipe for tasty parathas that are oil free and dairy free. Serves : 10-12 parathas. Cooking time including preparation is 30 minutes. Method: For stuffing: Boil the…

Sambar is a traditional South Indian lentil-based vegetable stew. Any vegetables can be used in making sambar, the most common ones being carrots, tomatoes, onions, potatoes and drumsticks. It is typically served with rice. Servings: 10-12, Cooking time including preparation 35-40 minutes. Method: For Sambar: If using tamarind, soak it…

  Gobi paratha is a traditional North Indian bread  stuffed with Cauliflower. Usually it is made with oil or ghee/butter. Here is a recipe for tasty parathas that are oil free and dairy free. Serves : 10-12 parathas. Cooking time including preparation is 30 minutes. Method: For stuffing: Boil cauliflower for…

Dhingri Mutter is Mushrooms and Peas cooked in tomato based creamy curry sauce. It is best served with rice or roti. Servings 6-8.  Cooking time including preparation 30 minutes. Method: In a pan, dry roast mustard seeds, jeera and black til – sauté for a minute. Add onion, garlic, ginger…

Navratan Korma is a rich, creamy and flavorful dish loaded with vegetables, fruits and nuts. It is an all time favorite in our house. Servings: 4-6, Cooking time including Preparation: 25 mins Method: Boil cashews for 7 mins. Wash them with cold water and grind to paste with 1/3 rd cup…

Kadai Tofu is a spicy vegetable stir-fry with tofu. It is similar to Kadai Paneer. Kadai Paneer is a popular, tasty and spicy North Indian dish. It is basically paneer (a type of soft cheese) cooked with vegetables and spices. Paneer is calorie dense and is loaded with fat especially saturated…

Palak tofu is similar to palak paneer. Palak paneer is one of the most popular North Indian dishes. It is basically paneer (a type of soft cheese) cooked in creamy spinach gravy. Paneer is calorie-dense and is loaded with fat especially saturated fat and cholesterol, both of which promote inflammation…