Category Archives: Spotlight

Shahi Paneer Korma

Shahi Paneer Korma a.k.a Mughlai Paneer Korma is one of the common dishes prepared with Paneer or Cottage Cheese and a restaurant favourite. This is actually a Mughlai Paneer dish prepared in white rich gravy of Boiled Onions, Cashew nut and Poppy Seed Paste. This dish is quite different from typical Punjabi Shahi Paneer where………..

Creamy Baked Seafood Casserole A Yummy Treat For All

Be tantalized by the kaleidoscope of flavours from the ocean drenched in a sourish creamy sauce that’s bound to whet your appetite. If you are a fan of shellfish, you will enjoy this Creamy Baked Seafood Casserole that is filled with shrimps, scallops and clams, and baked to golden brown with a cheesy topping.

Masala Poha

Poha or Flattened Rice is a very popular and common dish all across India. It is prepared in different ways in different regions.In Bengal it is typically served with curd and fruits to soothe the stomach during summers, in Assam it is served with milk too whereas in the western region like Maharashtra it is […]

Tangiroska

Tangiroska is a Brazilian Cocktail. It is a refreshing variation of Caipirinha – Brazil’s National Cocktail. A perfect cooler to beat the scorching summer heat. I have used commonly available oranges in this recipe. The actual recipe calls for the use of Tangerine which is quite similar to oranges but smaller in size.

Bite Size Eggless Cinnamon Rolls Florets

An Eggfree Preparation of the Beautiful looking Bite Sized Buttery and Cinnamon Infused Rolls are perfect for any party, Get together or any Holiday Season. They are absolutely easy to prepare and please your guests for sure..:)

Stir Fry Sesame Chicken Healthy and Light

My version is without any sugar or cornstarch, low on salt and includes lot of vegetable along with chicken which makes it lighter and crunchy. Made under 15 minutes and can be stored in refrigerator for 3-4 days. Best served fresh along with your choice of side.

Smokey Eggplant and Mint Dip

It’s a creamy dip with a smokey-minty flavors which just melts in your mouth. I’ve been having it for gosh…..so many years and I never realized that I had not shared this simple recipe. It’s one of those easy and healthy dish that’s pretty multifaceted

Spicy Watermelon

Spicy watermelon – an alternate go using melon fruit. Getting bored with usual smoothies and drinks? Give this spicy try. Red melons tossed in spices and drizzled with lemon.

Pan Seared Hokkaido Scallop Risotto With Truffle Oil

Beautifully pan seared exterior gave way to tender moist flesh that remained succulent inside. The decadent plumpy Hokkaido Scallops were further enhanced by the scented truffle oil that’s out of this world. Accented by Parmesan Cheese, the Japanese rice was rich in flavour with bites from the shitake mushrooms and asparagus.

Lemon Leek Moscato Chicken

Lightly fried chicken thighs sit atop a bed of sweet-savory-garlicky leeks and beans, studded with currants and flavored with white Moscato. There’s a lot of flavor and texture going on in this recipe, making it a winner, winner chicken dinner!

Beer Marinated Grilled Chicken

Exploring Brazilian Cuisine this month… This Beer Marinated Grilled Chicken was a thrilling experience filled with excitement,suspense and drama ;)…Excitement because I was going to try something new… Had never combined Chicken and Beer together… Suspense because I was not sure about the outcome and the dancing of the flames on the chicken while grilling […]

Beef Migas

Beef Migas is a shaggy, raggy, rustic breakfast that normally uses up leftover tortillas and pairs it with scrambled eggs. I’m making it more beefy, and we’ll cook it with onions and peppers for flavor, and cheese and pico de gallo for a garnish. It’s basically a delicious excuse to use stuff up. (Hmmm, isn’t […]

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cannellinis and Baby Spinach

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cannellinis and Baby Spinach is dinner made on one sheet pan. With sweet (potatoes and raisins), salty (capers), creamy (cannellini beans), tangy (lemon juice) and herbaceous (herbes de Provence, spinach), this is a satisfying meal on many levels. That it is also vegan is also a definite plus!

Paruppu Urundai Kuzhambhu

Paruppu urundai kuzhambu , Lentil dumplings cooked in tamarind water and chilli spices. It is good to have with steamed rice, idli or dosa. It’s a special south Indian vegetarian recipe to have for lunch.

Drumstick Leaves Poriyal

Drumstick leaves poriyal – an iron-rich thoran goes well with all rice varieties. Murungai keerai tempered with red chilies and coconut.

Light Avocado Mayonnaise

A light and smooth avocado sauce flavoured with an hint of garlic. Perfect with fish, eggs or vegan sandwiches!

Fig fruit milkshake

Dry Fig Fruit Milkshake!! We often buy dry figs as it is gud for our health. They are rich in vitamins and minerals. Thought of preparing something different with this fig fruits. I already posted Dry Fig Fruit Halwa. Now tried out milkshake using dry figs with combo of honey.This milkshake recipe is a healthy […]

Cardamom Rosemary Lemonade Spritzer

Cardamom-Rosemary Lemonade Spritzer – Is a special recipe to celebrate Mother’s Day. It’s light, crisp and fresh with the flavors of cardamom-rosemary. This drink can be perfectly paired with any kind of meal and can be made two way (with wine or water).