Vegetarian does not mean boring!
Ivy Gourd & Onion Stir-fry – also knows as Tindora Kanda nu shaak in Gujarati is simple garlicky stir fry using Ivy Gourd & Onion along with some basic spices Growing up I personally did not like many shaaks/stir fried vegetables. I honestly lived off …
Surti White Idla, known as khatta idra or idada, famous street style snack of the Surat city of Gujarat, made with rice, lentils & some spices If you have ever been to Surat, you know how the Sunday mornings look like for the locals. Many …
Vegetarian Greek Nachos loaded with roasted chickpeas and flavored tofu along with fresh, pickled veggies, amazingly flavored sauces and dips!! Nachos are one of those food items I absolutely love, I can eat them all day everyday! Same goes with Mediterranean/greek cuisine. I love me …
Spicy Garlicky Sprouted Beans is mix of sprouted mung, moth, black chana cooked to perfect texture and amazing spicy garlicky flavors using some basic spices! Bean sprouts are great source of so many amazing nutrients. They are crunchy, satisfying super foods that can be used …
Dill Mung Dal is easy, quick and hearty turmeric infused yellow split mung dal and dill simply cooked with lots of garlic, ginger, chilis. There are many different types of dal/lentils you can make. Some take elaborated process to make while some are super easy …
String Beans Curry – Indian style string beans stir fry that is spicy & garlicky simple dish, comes together under 20 minutes! Growing up I saw my grand ma and mom making this once in a while. However after I came to the states, I …
String Bean Chickpea Pulao – mildly flavored rice with much needed fiber and protein. Rice is hands down one of the most comforting and satisfying foods of all time. However its hard to consume just plain rice for many health reasons. That is why I …
Vagharelo Bhaat – Indian styled fried rice simply made with onions, pepper & some basic spices with hint of curry leaves and lot of fresh cilantro! If you see a Gujarati household having anything leftover, they repurpose it next day. Leftover rice is one of …
Hariyali Paneer Biryani is mix of basmati rice, refreshing hariyali paneer, and bunch of veggie along with yogurt, mint, kasuri methi and spices! Biryani is the powerhouse of Indian food, the exciting aromas, the beautiful vibrant colors, the fluffy long grain basmati rice and the …
Baingan Bharta is a grilled/roasted minced eggplant cooked with herbs and spices. I am not a big fan of eggplants unless it is cooked certain way. Growing up I did not really eat this eggplant dish at home or restaurants. However this classic dish grew …