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.
Jicama Tostada Salad
Jicama Tostada, party for your taste buds. Crisp and deliciously refreshing. This salad can be assembled in no time.
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.
Hot sauce with Serrano peppers by Sweta Jain
Sweta Jain shares her secret HOT sauce recipe. This red hot sauce can be eaten with a lot of Indian dishes, pasta, pizza or just bread.
Tomato and Basil Salad
Sweet, ripe summer tomato salad. Its all about keeping it simple and refreshing for your guest.
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
Oranges, Fennel and Arugula Salad
Cheers to this fresh orange juice salad dressing. Totally love making this dressing for all my salads. Its simply delicious and easy to make.
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.
Bitter Melon Juice
Karela known as bitter melon is truly very bitter. The fruit is packed with nutrients and wide range of health benefits.
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.
Energy Bites:Dates, Dark Chocolate and Nuts
Energy bites for anytime of the day. I love to snack on these when craving for sugary treats.
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.
Yogurt with Brown Rice,Quinoa,Chia Seeds,and Pomegranate
I love making home made Greek yogurt with brown rice, quinoa, chia seeds and pomegranate for my kids. I love the combination of these ingredients and how fast it can be made and stored.
Cherry Tomatoe Caprese Bites
Great snack for kids! These bites are refreshing and delicious. Perfect bite-sized appetizer for any party.