Vegetarian does not mean boring!
Chevti Daal – Garlicky assorted daal made with lots of garlic, ginger, chili and very very basic spices which is naturally buttery. There are so many different ways of making daal. Different parts of India have their own uniq way of making it. This winter …
Mushroom Keema Cutlet – Super moist ooey gooey from inside and perfectly crispy from outside pan fried cutlets made with mushrooms, rice and spices. Honestly I am not a big fan of mushrooms so I make sure the flavors in any mushroom dishes I make …
Low carb, high fiber, hearty Garlicky Spinach Curry made with very basic ingredients like fresh spinach, onions, tomatoes and spices. Sometimes all you want is simple comfort food to make your tummy and soul happy!! This curry definitely falls into that category!! This easy to …
Tikka Masala Shakshuka – eggs cooked in tomato based spicy, tangy, creamy gravy made with traditional Indian spices! Shakshuka is very popular dish from North African/Middle Eastern regions. It is an egg dish. Eggs are gently poached in simmering tomato based curry. Imagine that tomato …
Roasted Butternut Squash, Beetroot, and arugula salad tossed in balsamic vinaigrette dressing, garnished with juicy pomegranate seeds and pumpkin seeds, topped with baked goat cheese cutlet! Salads do not have to be boring and should not feel like you are eating nothing but just plain …
Surti winter specialty Papdi Lilva Bhaat – papdi lilva (Green field beans), basmati rice and onions/peppers cooked with green garlicky flavors. This is a seasonal dish, as vegetables like papdi and fresh green garlic is widely available near South Gujarat coastline, including Surat, Navsari and …
Sweet & Spicy Corn Soup, loaded with fresh corn and bunch of other veggies along with asian flavors, making it super comforting plant-based soup of the season! Sweet corn soup is one of the very commonly made Indo-Chinese soups in India. I somewhat like sweet …
Spicy Garlicky Mashed Potatoes – known as bataka nu kachu in Surat city of Gujarat is an Indian version of creamy mashes potatoes loaded with garlic, cilantro, chives and some spices! Mashed potatoes are very commonly made side dish during festive season!! It is buttery …
Kaju Kishmish Potato Wedges – Pan fried potato wedges coated with peanuty sesame spice mix, cashews, raisins. Garnished with fresh cilantro and pomegranate seeds to make perfectly crispy side dish! Kaju Kishmish Potato Wedges aka Gujarati bataka ni katri is one of the very commonly …
Loaded Veggie White Lasagna – Lasagna loaded with lots of vegetables, creamy white sauce and mix of ricotta cheese, cottage cheese and mozzarella cheese! Lasagna is one of those comfort food that always hits the spot!! I am a huge fan of homemade lasagna!! I …