Lapsi is a sweet dish made with roasted broken wheat (Dalia) and sweetened with jaggery. Garnished with nuts and flavored with cardamom, this cracked wheat recipe is perfect for celebrations. With a rich brown color, this lapsi halwa recipe can be cooked in the instant pot within minutes. Lapsi halwa is a popular delicacy in the…
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Here you will find easy and delicious recipes made in the Instant Pot & Air Fryer for a variety of cuisines such as Indian, Thai, Mexican, Chinese and more!
23+ Best Instant Pot Indian Rice Recipes
Here is the ultimate collection of Instant Pot Indian Rice recipes. You will find the basic recipes such as indian basmati rice, to pulao and the most popular instant pot biryani recipes! Rice is the comfort food not just in Indian cuisine, but in many cuisines across the world. Rice has been and still is…
Egg Bhurji (Spiced Indian Scrambled Eggs)
Egg bhurji is the Indian twist to scrambled eggs. Packed with the right amount of flavor and spice, these delicious Indian scrambled eggs are perfect for any meal of the day! This Egg Bhurji needs minimal ingredients that you will always have in the house and is so easy to make, you will get hooked to…
Sabudana Kheer (Tapioca Pudding)
Sabudana Kheer, or Tapioca pudding, is a sweet made with tapioca pearls and milk. This kheer is popular during the fasting festive season in India. It is super easy to make in the instant pot or on the stovetop. Vegetarian & Gluten-free! This is the festive time of the year – it is currently Navratri…
Aloo Palak (Potato and Spinach Curry)
Aloo Palak is a delicious and nutritious Indian potato & spinach curry. This Punjabi Aloo Palak recipe can be made in just 25 minutes and is perfect for a quick healthy weeknight dinner! Aloo (Potato) and Palak (Spinach) are vegetables which I always keep in my house. I love to cook this healthy spinach dish often…
Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani
One-pot Vegetable Biryani made in the instant pot, is so easy to cook with the same authentic flavors! Fragrant basmati rice cooked with lots of vegetables, and aromatic whole spices and herbs. This delicious flavorful Veg Biryani ready in less than 40 minutes, and is perfect for a weeknight dinner with a side of raita…
Vegetarian Taco Soup – Pressure Cooker
Stay warm with this healthy Vegetarian Taco Soup made in a pressure cooker. This hearty soup is a dump-and-go recipe with lots of black beans, corn, peppers, and tomatoes to create a delicious, satisfying dinner. This post has been sponsored by Muir Glen. All thoughts and opinions are my own. What could be a better dinner…
Fresh Fig Smoothie with Dates & Almond Butter
Sweet & Creamy Fig Smoothie made with fresh figs, dates and almond butter is a healthy and decadent treat to start your morning right! I was at Costco couple of weeks back and found a big box of fresh figs. Fresh figs are only available for a very short time when they are in season,…
Paneer Jalfrezi
Paneer Jalfrezi is a delicious stir-fry curry that has the heavenly combination of paneer with peppers. This vegetarian restaurant style dish can be made within 20 minutes and is a perfect accompaniment for naan. Growing up, paneer was a staple in our home. Paneer is indian cottage cheese, and a widely used ingredient for Indian…
Indian Curry Sauce (Onion Tomato Bhuna Masala)
Basic Indian Curry Sauce, also known as Bhuna Masala, made with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic and spices. This is the base for many Indian dishes such as lentils and curries. This onion tomato masala is very versatile and freezes well. Perfect to have for those busy days when you want to make a curry in…
Soya Chunks Curry (with Instant Pot option)
Soya chunks curry is a flavor-filled dish that is made with soya chunks or meal maker cooked in a delicious indian sauce. You can enjoy this vegan curry with roti or rice for an easy healthy dinner! Many readers have been asking me for a recipe using soya chunks or nutrela. I have not cooked…
Mango Lassi
Fresh Mango Lassi made with just a few ingredients, is so creamy and refreshing. This Mango Lassi which is a favorite to enjoy at Indian restaurants, can be easily made at home in no time! What is your favorite fruit? For me, it is hands down MANGO! And this love is not a recent one,…
30+ Best Ganesh Chaturthi Recipes
Ganesh Chaturthi is right around the corner and it is one of the most celebrated Indian festivals. This festival is celebrated with pomp and flair all across India. Here you can find a wonderful list of sweets and snacks you can make this Ganesh Chaturthi! What is Ganesh Chaturthi? Ganesh Chaturthi is a ten-day-long festival…
Ukadiche Modak (Steamed rice dumplings with sweet coconut filling)
Ukadiche Modak is an Indian sweet dumpling made during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. It is made from steamed rice flour and stuffed with a sweet mixture of jaggery and grated coconut. I am not a Maharashtrian, however I grew up in Mumbai where Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with much flair. We used to go to…
Methi Matar Malai (Fenugreek & Green Peas Curry)
Methi Matar Malai is a smooth, rich and delicious curry made in a white gravy along with fenugreek, peas, and cashews. This North Indian curry is well known for its rich creamy texture, and pairs perfectly with naan or rice! An authentic dish that is a perfect combination of creamy, sweet and bitter. Fenugreek leaves…
Aloo Gajar Matar (Indian Potato, Carrots & Peas)
Aloo Gajar Matar – A simple, nutritious, and quick stir fry with potatoes, carrots and green peas. This punjabi style dry curry is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner. Vegan & Gluten Free! This Aloo Gajar Matar stir fry has been a staple in my home growing up. My mom made it often as an…
Instant Pot Vegetable Korma
Easy & Creamy Vegetable Korma made in the Instant Pot. This restaurant style creamy vegetable korma curry is a perfect blend of vegetables with a creamy coconut based sauce. A vegan & gluten free curry that pairs perfectly with naan or rice. I was never a fan of korma curry, until I made this creamy coconut…
Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad
Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad is a light and refreshing salad, made with orzo pasta, grape tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil. This easy orzo pasta salad is so quick to make, perfect to take to a picnic or get-together. This tomato mozzarella pasta salad, also called Caprese Pasta Salad is one of our favorite! With all…
Lemon Parmesan Orzo – Instant Pot
Instant Pot Lemon Parmesan Orzo pasta with garlic, cherry tomatoes and parsley is a perfect side dish. It is very quick and easy to make pressure cooker orzo pasta! Whenever I am bored of rice and want to change things up, my first thought is to make orzo pasta for an easy side dish. It is a…
Homemade French Fries in Air Fryer & Pressure Cooker Crisplid
Try these easy Homemade French Fries made in the Air Fryer or in the Pressure Cooker using the Crisplid. They are so good, you will never want to have deep-fried fries again! To make these crispy homemade French fries, all you need is potato, a drizzle of olive oil, salt pepper and any of your…
Instant Khaman Dhokla (Savory Chickpea Flour Cake)
Soft and fluffy Khaman Dhokla made in the pressure cooker and stovetop. These delicious steamed savory chickpea flour cakes are a popular Gujarati delicacy, perfect to enjoy for breakfast or snack! Couple of months back, I shared Rava Dhokla recipe which everyone loved. Since then I have been thinking about sharing this Khaman Dhokla recipe….
Instant Pot Strawberry Jam (no pectin)
You will love this 3-ingredient Instant Pot Strawberry Jam made with just strawberries, sugar and lemon juice (no pectin needed). Super simple, delicious and so much better than store-bought! We are definitely enjoying the strawberry season with lots of fresh strawberries. However when you have lots of strawberries sitting on your counter, you want to…
Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce
This magical Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce is finger licking delicious. It takes just 5 minutes to make in a blender and is perfect on tacos, burgers, salads, or just as a side with chips and vegetables. This sauce has become my new favorite! Oh so creamy and delicious on anything. You can call this Creamy Avocado…
Spinach Rice – Instant Pot & Stovetop
Spinach Rice cooked in the instant pot or stovetop as a one-pot recipe. Aromatic basmati rice, with spinach and spices, make this Spinach Rice flavorful and healthy! Vegan & Gluten-free. Spinach Rice, is also a popular Indian side dish enjoyed with a lentil curry or with yogurt. It is know as Palak Rice or Palak…
