Bhavna
Vateli Dal na Khaman
Khaman is a snack common in the Gujarat state of India made from soaked and freshly ground channa dal or channa flour (also called gram flour or besan). Every morning, Lariwala(Stollman) sell Khaman to working …
Ravaiya Khichdi
Ravaiya Khichdi is the new invention where I grew up. Ravaiya is made of baby eggplant and Khichdi is prepared from rice and lentil. Usually these two recipes are cooked separate but these days my …
Bhega Dal Bhaat – Gujju Dhansak
Dhansak is a popular Indian dish, originating among the Parsi Zoroastrian community. It combines elements of Persian and Gujarati cuisine. The dhansak is flavored with a spice mixture called, which is similar to “garam masala” …
Farali Bateta Vada
Farali bateta vada is eaten during fasting(upvas)in India. You can follow the video but it doesn’t show fasting version. I make this vada on even regular day with tea so I do add few more …
Farali Sabudana Vada
Farali sabudana(Tapioca) vada is eaten during fasting(upvas)in India. But I love them even on non fasting day with tea. You can follow the video but it doesn’t show fasting version. I make this vada on …
Amritsari Chole
Amritsari chole is prepare slightly different than chole masala. Chole Bhature is the popular combination. Chole is basically chickpeas cooked with onion and tomato while Bhature is the bread to go with chole curry/sabzi made …
Moong or Mung Dal Halwa or Sheera
For Instant Halwa method, you will have to browse through the very end of this page. This is a sweet, thick puree of cooked, ground moong or mung beans flavored with ghee, spices, and nuts. …
Batata Pawa & Kande Pohe
Batata pawa (Aloo Poha) and Kanda poha is the popular breakfast recipe in India since it is easy and very quick to prepare. If you are not a big fan of potato like me, make …
Gobi Manchurian – Cauliflower Manchurian
The ever popular “Manchurian” is an Indian Chinese dish. This is one of the famous starters in India and it is delicious, spicy and dry or with gravy. It is made of Cauliflower. It is …