Recipes

Zucchini and Corn Bites

It’s a must try appetizer if you are on a gluten free diet or looking to avoid bread. The key is to server hot.  If you like cheese please by all means drizzle on the bites or bake them.

Acorn Squash Soup

Acorn squash soup, blended with black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg and more. Learn to how to peel an Acorn squash easily and enjoy the healthy and nursing meal.

Shrikhand By Mamta Runwal

Shrikhand or Amarkhand is made during mango season in India.  This yogurt based dessert is my personal favorite when its served chilled during hot summer days.

Salsa Verde (Green Salsa)

We all love Mexican food.  I can never stop eating salsa at any Mexican restaurant or at home.  This salsa verde made by Chef Cesar is so addictive and fresh. Its appearance is also very tempting. This can be served with chips, drizzled on nachos, eaten with rice and beans, enchiladas, vegetable quesadillas or used as a salad dressing. It will make any dish taste delicious.

Raw Mango and Mint Juice by Mamta Runwal

Tired of the same green juices and smoothies? Raw mangoes are every where these days.  Try this refreshing combination of raw mangoes and mint, its sweet and tangy flavors will leave you quenching for the second glass this summer.

Cucumber, Jalapeños and Cilantro Chutney

Spicy chutney made with thick cucumber wedges, jalapeños or green chilies and cilantro. This recipe is inspired from my favorite Lebanese restaurant Beirut in Bangkok. They serve this amazing spicy sauce with the falafel, hummus and salads. One of the best hot sauces I have tried.  Make sure you don’t remove the cucumber peels, that’s the star ingredient of this chutney.

Tomato Chutney

When you see ripe tomatoes and fresh curry leaves you make tomato chutney.  My all time favorite chutney that can be eaten with roti, bread or rice.

Jalebis by Mamta Runwal

This Jalebi recipe by Mamta Runwal will rock your world.  They turn out to be perfectly crispy and golden.  We apologize in advance if you end up eating 10-15 all by yourself.  Follow the directions and videos carefully to master this crispy, sugary intricate sweet.

Quinoa, Peanuts and Cilantro Khichdi

I grew up eating Sabudana Khichdi in Maharashtra.  Instead of Sabudana I use quinoa or barley for this recipe.  Just be generous with all the ingredients and green chilies are mandatory 

Winter Stew (Complete Meal) by Nidhi Pandya

I believe that Cooking is not a Science, its an Art. It requires you to be creative. A little change here, a little deviation there from the recipe only adds more flavor! So don’t think you are married to the quantities or the ingredients, be bold and trust yourself!

Misal Pav

Misal, this Maharashtrian dish is my all time favorite. The best part about this recipe is its simple and can be made at anytime of the day.

Healthy Breakfast Treat

A good start to the day with a healthy breakfast is so important.  I love assembling these ingredients and treat myself to a delicious start to my mornings. Blueberry-Chia Seed Jam at the bottom, Greek Yogurt  in the middle and Coconut Cluster with sunflower seeds on the top.

Sorghum Bhel Gluten Free Snack

Sorghum is a versatile, healthy and gluten-free whole grain. I love the texture of the grain when its cooked well.  Sorghum also know as hurda in Marathi language is a staple food in Maharashtra, India.

Leaf Wrapped Thai Salad Bites

Stimulate your taste buds and experience the burst of Thai flavors in this bite sized appetizer.  Make this for your guests and sit back to see different reactions when they pop this spicy, salty, sour and sweet bite in there mouth.

Paan Masala

My favorite homemade paan masala for special occasions. It’s simply refreshing and addictive once you start eating.

Barley Bhel

I love Bhel its that simple.  Growing up our favorite afternoon snack was bhel with the family.  The more onions and lemon the better bhel would taste.  This is my version of healthy bhel.  Easy to assemble and highly pleasing.