This sweet is known as the 7-cup Barfi as all the ingredients used total up to 7 cups. There are multiple recipes for this sweet on the internet, with different ingredients. I have tried a few myself. This particular recipe was shared by my fellow blogger Kala and is by…
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Homestyle Dal Makhani
Dal Makhani, also known as Kaali Dal, is the name of this popular Punjabi Sunday special dal. However, at home, we call it ‘Maah ki Dal’. As a child, whenever Mom said she was cooking Maah Ki Dal, I remember asking, ‘Oh, then what will Dad eat?’ 🙂 This is…
Fenugreek Leaves and Peas Kadhi
Kadhi in any form is a favorite along with being comfort food. My taste buds had a faint memory from a long time ago, of eating this Fenugreek Leaves and Peas Kadhi made by Mom. Now, Mom being an impulsive cook had no recollection of how exactly she made it. After…
Dalgona Coffee, and more
If you are a regular on Social Media you will know that Dalgona Coffee is trending, rather going viral. Images of this beautifully contrasting, frothy, beaten coffee sitting atop cold milk are tempting those who see it to make their own version of it. Some stick to the original recipe,…
Green Apple and Mango Ginger Chutney
 I had some crisp Green Apples and fragrant Mango-Ginger on hand. I wanted to use them both to whip up something novel. After googling a lot of recipes, I compiled my own version. Here it is. This chutney is tangy, slightly sweet and very refreshing.  Ingredients:  2…
Masala Vegetable Khichdi
I am one of those people who loves Khichdi, and consider it to be a comforting, one pot meal. It is one dish that you can’t mess up, even if you try:) Serves 3-4 Ingredients: 1 Cup of Mixed Rice + Dal of your choice (I used regular White Rice…
Dessert: Faux Banana Split
Serves 2 Ingredients 1 regular Banana. ¼ Tsp Honey. Fresh Fruit of your choice, finely chopped ( I used Mango) Dried Fruits of your choice, finely chopped (I used dried Figs, Cashew Nuts and Pistachios)  Method Peel the Banana and slit it lengthwise. Place it on a serving dish…
Ragi Koozh : Recipe and Health Benefits
Ragi Koozh (pronounced ‘Cool’) is a savory drink, very popular in the Southern parts of India. Known as Farmer food, this is an ideal Summer breakfast as it is filling, keeps your stomach cool, and keeps your energy levels high. Benefits of Ragi: Aids weight loss Cools your body Regulates…
Lotus Stem – Gravy Style
Lotus Stem, also known as Kamal Kakdi, Nadru, Bhe or Bhein is one of the least known and talked about vegetables. Packed with Minerals and rich in Fibre regular consumption aids in Weight loss . It helps reduces Stress and Water Retention and is good for Skin, Hair and for…