As much as I love Indo-Chinese food, not all of it is healthy. I love to balance out a deep fried Manchurian with a simple, healthy veggie stir fry. This is one of my go to recipes! All you need is green beans and 5 basic ingredients (plus oil and […]
I don’t know about you, but for my husband and I, Indo-Chinese food always hits the spot! This mouth watering Cabbage Manchurian is no exception. It’s so comforting, delicious, and extremely satisfying! A plate of any type of Manchurian paired with a bowl of delicious Indo-Chinese style noodles is one […]
This is a delicious South Indian style palya/curry that I learned from my mother. It involves roasting capsicum/green peppers and onions and then simmering them in a coconut based gravy. It’s such a simple and healthy curry, but the gravy makes it feel so decadent! It’s often eaten with Akki […]
I grew up in a traditional South Indian family with roots in Bangalore, Karnataka. Although, I was raised in the United States, we always celebrated every South Indian festival similar to how my parents used to celebrate them with their families growing up in India. In my dad’s side of […]
This Red Lentil & Veggie Stew is extremely warm, comforting, and versatile! You can enjoy the simple flavors as is with a big piece of crusty bread! But, feel free to mix it up! Add a bit of Taco Seasoning for a Mexican Flavor. Maybe dollop some sour cream on […]
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 […]
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. :)
