Batani Usli is a simple dish made with peas that is absolutely dripping with flavor. You can also make the same recipe with averakai/ papdi lilva for Averakai Usli. One of my favorites ways to eat Batani Usli is with Poori. However, it tastes great with plain chappati as well. […]
What’s better than a steaming hot bowl of rice and dal? A steaming hot bowl of rice mixed with dal! That’s exactly what Pongal is. It is a soft, comforting dish made with rice and dal and a few mild flavors. The main “spice” in Pongal is ground black pepper. […]
If you have never had a dollop of homemade ghee on top of a hot, delicious bowl of rice , you are seriously missing out. Ghee doesn’t just taste good on rice, it’s scrumptious on top of most Indian dishes. In addition, ghee is often used for cooking instead of […]
This dish is a slightly healthier spin off of the traditional North Indian dish, Dal Makhani. Dal Makhani is a classic North Indian curry that is protein packed, but also decadent. One of the best things about this curry is that it’s so versatile! It tastes great with bread or […]
One of my most favorite sweet treats of all time is a Chikoo Milkshake! I must have at least one every time I visit my hometown of Bangalore, India. I especially love Chikoo Shakes at Cool Joint, a delicious Sandwich and Shake joint in Jayanagar. They also make the best […]
There are so many delicious ways to cook potatoes! I especially love baby potatoes. They just have their own unique texture and taste. I especially love turning baby potatoes into dry curries such as this delicious Methi Aloo! It requires just a few ingredients and is quite simple and quick […]
Hi! I'm Chaitra, a 30 something, wifey, and foodie. I was born in Bangalore, India but grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, IL. I'm a medical device engineer who's passionate about food, home decor, and entertaining. I invite you to join my adventures in cooking and in life. :)
