Category Archives: Spotlight

The White Biryani

It is a new type of biryani that I created for those who don’t like spicy food. It was light, flavourful and very tasty. I would recommend this to all those who have heart burn or gastric problems as this is not oily, heavy or spicy. From the original site: Ever imagined eating a biryani […]

Melanzane al Funghetto

I was prowling through one of my Neapolitan cookbooks and stumbled on Melanzane al Funghetto or Eggplant Mushrooms. And – depending on whatever reference book I was looking at it refers to either cooking aubergines in the style of mushrooms… or cutting and cooking them so they look like little mushrooms. Either way, neither taste […]

Eggless Banana Walnut Cake

“Eggless Banana Walnut Cake” is almost like comfort food for many of us. Extremely easy and kitchen friendly ingredient and specially for lot of us who don’t eat eggs cause of any reason. It’s also great recipe to use those over ripe banana or make a quick personnel dessert )small-medium size). From the original site: […]

Shahi Paneer Capsicum” (Cottage Cheese+Bell Peppers in thick cream sauce)

“Shahi Paneer Capsicum” (Cottage Cheese+Bell Peppers in thick cream sauce) is my ALLLL Time Fav vegetarian entree and if you have grown up in “Northern” part of India, you very well know what I’m talking about ;) From the original site: This is the BIG DADDY of vegetarian dishes from India, creamy, tasty and yes […]

My Grandma’s Angel Biscuits

These tender, buttery flaky biscuits melt in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast smeared with jam, serving alongside soup or stew, or just slathered in butter by themselves, they’ll have you fighting your family just to eat the last one! Get the Recipe: My Grandma’s Angel Biscuits

Moong Dal-Quinoa-Oats Chilla /Cheela/Dosa/Pancakes

“Moong Dal-Quinoa-Oats Chilla/Dosa/Pancake” – Can the name be any more healthier ;) Well, this my GoTo breakfast recipe most of the time or especially when i’m guilty of eating too much fried/sweet stuff. The healthy and tasty part is quite motivating and the batter can be made and frozen for like 2-3weeks…. From the original […]

Brown Sugar Chicken

This is a delicious, yet simple dish to make. If you’re tired of the same-old chicken dinner week after week, sweeten it up with this gluten-free recipe. Get the Recipe: Brown Sugar Chicken

Saffron Pomegranate Rice

This is a very quick, easy one pot meal, which can be made in a jiffy ( if you have the basic ingredients- saffron and pomegranate) when some unexpected surprise guests attack you. Also it looks beautifull- presented with the pomegranate airils and aroma of saffron. And no, it does not taste like sweet rice […]

pomegranate muhallabia

Muhallabia is a classic middle eastern pudding. It’s creamy and silky-smooth, and yet contains no cream, butter or eggs, and only a modest amount of sugar. Best of all, this traditional Moroccan pudding has the exotic taste of rose petals, a flavor seldom encountered in the Americas and Northern Europe, but common throughout North Africa […]

Golden Corn Muffins

Batter for this Golden Corn Muffins can be used to bake either tender square, muffins or corn sticks, in-fact with little variation in batter Southern Corn Bread can also be baked though I have not tried it yet. From the original site: Batter for this Golden Corn Muffins can be used to bake either tender […]

Roasted Hatch Chile & Corn Chowder

Soup in the summer? You bet when Hatch chiles are in season! Roasted Hatch Chile and Corn Chowder is a seasonal (and regional) treat to savor. From the original site: When it’s Hatch chile season, many of us in the Southwest get excited. Hatch chiles are grown in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico.People roast […]

Chicken in Red Thai Curry

If you are a vegetarian than instead of chicken you can add mushrooms, baby corns, bell peppers and other vegetables all chopped in big chunks, there is no change is the taste because we are using the same Red Curry Paste for both the recipes. From the original site: In the recent years Thai cuisine […]

Yuan Yang Crispy & Crunchy Hong Kong Kailan

It’s Twin Kailan Attack!! Yap, you’ll get nice & thick crunchy Kailan stems, & crispy Kailan leaves deep-fried to perfection in this Yuan Yang Crispy & Crunchy Hong Kong Kailan. Get the Recipe: Yuan Yang Crispy & Crunchy Hong Kong Kailan

Mango Curry with Dumplings

It’s a seasonal dish using yummy mangoes. It’s perfect for the summer time as it is light and is accompanied by dumplings made from gram flour. I love this dish because it has the tangyness and sweetness of mangoes, yet makes a great dish for a main course meal. Nobody can resist this Indian dish […]

Gluten free rhubarb cookie

Great recipe with this in season vegetable. It’s nice to add to cookies giving a nice contrast of sweet and sour with the chocolate. From the original site: This morning my son woke up and first thing in his mind was that he wanted to make cookies. Yes again. Even though I made so much […]

Make Your Own Tasty Nando’s Peri-Peri Garlic Baked Wings!

It’s Sourish, it’s Spicy, it’s Finger-licking Good!!! These peri-peri sauces are enough to bring gusto to a drab dish, fire to a boring meal & passions into thousands of kitchen in the world! Get the Recipe: Make Your Own Tasty Nando’s Peri-Peri Garlic Baked Wings!

Braised Pork Bellies With Abalone In Claypot

The sweet & savoury flavours from the mouth-watering pork bellies & the mollusc, rounded out by gentle heat from chilli padi were a knock-out! It was a match made in heaven, ten abalones are definitely not enough! Get the Recipe: Braised Pork Bellies With Abalone In Claypot

Rasmalai – Indian sweet milk dumplings

This is a delicious recipe of an Indian dessert made with Milk powder ready under 30 minutes. It tastes delicious chilled with some flaked Almonds and Pistachios. Get the Recipe: Rasmalai – Indian sweet milk dumplings

The Very Best Roasted Pumpkin & Leek Soup

A twist on the traditional pumpkin soup. Perfect with a warm crusty bread, delicious winter comfort. From the original site: This is by far the BEST pumpkin soup recipe in the world ! Get the Recipe: The Very Best Roasted Pumpkin & Leek Soup

Breakfast Banana Bread

It’s a good gluten free breakfast bread that changes from morning muffins. The mix of chocolate and banana is always a winning solution in my family. From the original site: BREAKFAST BANANA BREAD I don’t know if you are like me, but sometimes the last thing on my mind when I get up is to […]

Tom Yum Goong

The famous Thai hot and sour, spicy prawn soup, Tom Yum Goong authentic recipe is here. Do I really need to tell more? Alright, I can tell you just a bit more. This is only for people who never taste the soup. Tom Yum Goong broth is full of herbs, lemongrass, galangal and kaffir lime […]

Crab Cakes

Delectable delicious moist crab cakes! It is a perfect blend of spices that leave a little tang on your tang. Get the Recipe: Crab Cakes

How to Make a Restaurant Style Baked Potato at Home

I love a good baked potato but when I get home at 6 PM, I don’t have time to “bake” my potatoes. I do want that restaurant-style skin though. The secret: ice cubes! Confused yet? Check out this delicious baker – time is cut in half! From the original site: Ever wonder how restaurants get […]

Tortellini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

This recipe is super easy, full of flavor and goes great as a dinner side. It’s easy to transport – especially if you use frozen pasta – so you can take it to potlucks and picnics and you’ll be the hit of the party. From the original site: For my baby shower, my mom used […]