Paan Masala Cookies are the ultimate after-dinner treat to pair with coffee. Buttery, bakery-style biscuits laced with candied fennel seed and rose petal paan masala. I remember feeling incredibly grown up the first time I was asked if I wanted sweet aan from the paan shop. What is Paan Masala? Paan Masala is an Indian …
Kid-Friendly Chevdo (Chivda). My son Bodhi’s favourite mix of kid-friendly puffs, cereals and spices. This recipe is inspired by Chevdo, a classic Indian tea-time snack. No added salt, chilli or whole nuts. Chevdo is a crunchy, savoury Indian snack. In traditional Chevdo (Chivda), we fry every ingredient to golden perfection before we toss them with …
Perfect Gulab Jamun are like the chocolate cake of Desi celebrations. These soft, cakey balls of fried milk and rosewater syrup appear on wedding banquet tables, restaurant menus and in home kitchens for a reason. It’s because almost everybody loves Gulab Jamun. Indeed, when it comes to the world of South Asian desserts, Gulab Jamun …
Try this Perfect Vegan Jalebi recipe with step-by-step photos and video. Learn how to make delicious, crispy Jalebi, mithai-shop style with easy instructions. You won’t believe these sweet spirals are homemade! No baking powder, baking soda, yoghurt or yeast. This Perfect Vegan Jalebi calls upon the process of fermentation to do all the hard work. …
Learn how to make Perfect Plain White Burfi with me: 9 ingredients and 30 minutes prep and cook time is all you need. This plain milk powder burfi is the Indian mithai recipe my followers request the most. I think White Burfi has such a simple charm and universal appeal. For some reason, the most …
Learn how to make Perfect Patra (Timpa/Alu Vadi) with me! Here’s a foolproof step-by-step Patra recipe with pictures and video so you too, can make this Gujarati and Maharashtrian favourite with ease. This is the ultimate guide to homemade Patra. What are Patra? Patra are colocasia leaves we spread, stack, roll, steam and fry. Roll …
Guvar Dhokli nu Shaak is a cluster bean and dumpling curry enjoyed in most Gujarati homes. This easy version can be made in the Instant Pot for a speedy weeknight dinner alongside Rotli and Kachumber. The delicate beans pair beautifully with bouncy dumplings (“Dhokli”) made from chickpea flour, turmeric and ajwain (carom seeds). Each little …
Tofu Dopiaza is kadai-fried tofu with double onions, crunchy green peppers & aromatic masalas. A restaurant quality vegan curry recipe. Make it mild or spicy and serve with roti, paratha or naan. Rice is also a great partner for this high-protein vegan curry. What does Dopiaza curry taste like? Dopiaza is a deeply aromatic dish, …
A truly home-style 30-Minute Tindora Curry with Corn to feed the whole family. This simple, dry curry with ivy gourd and corn is delicious with roti, paratha or rice. If you’re on the hunt for a minimal-effort curry recipe to add to your weeknight meal rotation, you’re in the right place. What are Tindora? Ivy …
