Are you having a lazy weekend morning? Maybe craving a quick, easy yet hearty breakfast? Well, I have a solution for you! Crumble up some tofu, toss in some veggies and Tandoori Masala, and top it on some toast! Ta da! Breakfast (or brunch) is ready! This vegan breakfast scramble […]
This is one of my go to “it’s dinner time and I don’t have a plan” side dishes to make! Tindora Fry is a super simple North Indian style dry masala that takes less than 10 min to pull together! All you gotta do is grab a frozen packet of […]
This is a quick and easy North Indian style dry curry that involves frying potatoes and cabbage in a jeera/cumin based tempering with a few simple spice powders. It doesn’t take that much time to prep or to make and is a perfect side for a busy weeknight. Plus, it’s […]
Green Beans Masala/ Hurlikai Palya is one of my go to side dishes! It’s healthy, vegan, quite simple to prepare, and very versatile! In my family, we love this simple dry masala with classic South Indian dishes such as Chitranna (Lemon Rice), Mosranna (Yogurt Rice), and Puliogare (Tamarind Rice). But […]
This is a quick and healthy North Indian style dry fry that I learned from my mom. It takes just a few ingredients to put this together. Interestingly enough, this recipe doesn’t require any chilis (green or red) or any water. The main flavor ingredient is fennel. Just a little […]
I am a huge fan of paneer in general. It’s just so delicious and comforting! However, while it does have some protein, it has even more fat. Unfortunately, most paneer dishes are made in a rich, creamy sauce, just adding to the calories. That’s why I love to make Paneer […]
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. :)
