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,…
Special Diet Recipes
Here you will find easy and delicious recipes made in the Instant Pot & Air Fryer for a variety of diets such as Vegan, Gluten-free, Low-carb, Paleo and more!
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,…
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…
Vegetarian Instant Pot Meal Plan for a Month!
Start the new year right! Eat healthy home cooked meals by planning your meals with this Vegetarian Instant Pot Meal Plan. Main dishes for each day of the month, along with sides and dessert options. Follow the complete plan or mix-and-match to create a plan that is perfect for your family! I wanted to start…
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…
August Vegetarian Instant Pot Meal Plan (2019)
Have you been looking forward to the August Meal Plan? Here is the August Vegetarian Meal Plan ready for you, with lots of delicious entrees, sides and desserts. You will find lots of wonderful dishes in this meal plan. You will find a variety of vegetables, curries, pasta and rice dishes in this meal plan….
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…
July Vegetarian Instant Pot Meal Plan (2019)
Have you been looking forward to the July Meal Plan? Here is the July Vegetarian Meal Plan ready for you, with lots of delicious entrees, sides and desserts. You will find lots of wonderful dishes in this meal plan. You will find a variety of vegetables, curries, pasta and rice dishes in this meal plan….
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
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…
June Vegetarian Instant Pot Meal Plan (2019)
Have you been looking forward to the June Meal Plan? Here is the June Vegetarian Meal Plan ready for you, with lots of delicious entrees, sides and desserts. You will find lots of wonderful dishes in this meal plan. You will find a variety of vegetables, curries, pasta and rice dishes in this meal plan….
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…
Spicy Black Bean Burgers with Creamy Avocado Sauce
This post has been sponsored by MorningStar Farms®. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Spicy Black Bean Burgers with creamy avocado sauce are perfect for an afternoon at the park. These black bean burgers are a good source of protein for vegetarians. They are so easy to make and full of flavor! Summer is almost…
Indian Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea)
A warm cup of authentic Indian Masala Chai, prepared with aromatic spices and ginger, to refresh and brighten your morning! Chai is like religion for many people in India. The day does not start until you have a warm cup of kadak Chai (strong tea). If you have any visitors or guests coming to your…
Easy Homemade Chai Masala Powder
Homemade Chai Masala or Tea Masala is an aromatic blend of whole spices which makes Indian tea flavorful. Add this to your Masala Chai to make the perfect fragrant tea. I love to start my morning with a cup of kadak chai (strong tea). It is a tradition, a culture to have tea first thing in the…
How to Make Chickpea Flour | Gram Flour | Besan
Learn about chickpeas and how to make fresh chickpea flour at home in just 10 minutes. This nutritious and gluten-free flour is a staple in many cuisines! What is Chickpea Flour? Chickpea flour is made from dry chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans. A similar flour made from yellow gram lentils, which are split chickpeas…
