Peanut Chaat | Shenga Masala | Chaat Recipes

Chatpata, crunchy, yummy peanut chaat
12/28/2016 1:38:11 PM vindhyadesai

Something that reminds us all of childhood has to be peanut chaat/shenga masala/mungphali ki chaat. Delicious, chatpata and yummy, this peanut chaat is quick to rustle up.
All it takes is to have some roasted peanuts and some papdis on hand. I have used homemade whole wheat baked papdis which adds to the taste. A few simple finely chopped vegetables along with a sprinkling of chatpata chaat masala is all that goes in. Mouthwatering, what are you waiting for then, it’s winter, gets dark early, so go quickly and make this. ... “Peanut Chaat | Shenga Masala | Chaat Recipes”

Spiced Green Tea | Masala Green Tea | How to make masala green tea?

Aromatic with mild spices, piping hot spiced green tea
12/27/2016 12:01:16 PM vindhyadesai

Drinking green tea can seem to be a daunting task if you do not like the flavour. People add sugar to green tea which makes its health benefits moot. How about trying this spiced green tea a.k.a masala green tea.
Green tea spiked with aromatic mild spices. This gives a warming effect and your green tea will not be tasteless. Turn your boring old pot of green tea into something more exciting. ... “Spiced Green Tea | Masala Green Tea | How to make masala green tea?”

Eggless Plum Cake | Eggless Plum and Fruits Cake | Eggless Cake Recipes

Festive, fruity, moist eggless plum cake loaded with fruits for Christmas and New Year
12/24/2016 4:12:21 PM vindhyadesai

As winter starts after solstice, this is that time of the year when we get the sweet aroma of mild spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Then there are fruits like fresh juicy oranges, clementines and plums. Fresh plums are very juicy and they make this eggless plum cake with fruits really moist.
This eggless plum cake has those distinct December’y spices cinnamon, nutmeg and all spice. It is of course loaded with fruits like raisins, sultanas, candied orange bits, tutti frutti, dried apricots and even some dried cranberries. This is not a definitive list, add any kind of raisins, dates or currants. ... “Eggless Plum Cake | Eggless Plum and Fruits Cake | Eggless Cake Recipes”

Strawberry Ice Cream | Eggless Strawberry Ice Cream | No cook strawberry ice cream | Homemade strawberry ice cream

Creamy, dreamy, luscious homemade eggless strawberry ice cream with fresh strawberries
12/21/2016 10:07:32 PM vindhyadesai

It is such a pleasure to be able to make ice creams at home. Soft luxurious luscious ice creams ready to be scooped up and served. Fruit flavoured ice creams like this eggless strawberry ice cream are often made only from essences or concentrates.
The joy is in making and of course eating ice cream made with fresh fruit. You exactly know what is going into your ice cream mixture and know it can be safely consumed without the worry of preservatives or artificial flavourings. ... “Strawberry Ice Cream | Eggless Strawberry Ice Cream | No cook strawberry ice cream | Homemade strawberry ice cream”

Instant Corn Idli | Idli Recipes

Instant corn idli, an easy breakfast recipe with pop-in-the-mouth corn niblets
12/18/2016 2:55:39 PM vindhyadesai

We all love instant recipes be it idlis or dosas. But instant recipes need to have the right balance to turn out to be tasty. Their fermented counterparts enjoy the time to rest and turn out to be light and airy. But adding flavourful things into a recipe like corn or spinach like this instant corn idli makes them taste so good!
Corn idli is made from corn rava (maize rava/cornmeal). This is easily available in grocery stores. Just like making rava idli, this instant corn idli is a specialty. It has yogurt added for moisture and light instant fermentation. The pop-in-the-mouth corn niblets (frozen/fresh) along with sweet raisins make them very unique in taste. ... “Instant Corn Idli | Idli Recipes”

Comfort Food Recipes Collection | Winter Recipes

A collection of warming and comforting winter foods
12/17/2016 4:47:24 PM vindhyadesai

It is mid December and winter is at its peak. Cold temperatures and early sunsets do not help much either. After a long day we all love to eat/drink something that comforts us and soothes our senses, like a bowl of piping hot soup,  some noodles or even dal with some warm rice – so here’s the comfort food recipes collection!
There is come magic in these kinds of food. It makes you feel comforted and suddenly lifts up your spirits. I have put together these recipes from FOI in this special comfort food recipes collection. ... “Comfort Food Recipes Collection | Winter Recipes”

Methi Malai Paneer | Paneer Recipes | How to make methi malai paneer?

Extremely flavourful and creamy, restaurant style methi malai paneer
12/15/2016 5:11:52 PM vindhyadesai

Soft paneer pieces floating in a creamy and fragrant gravy will be a delight to eat. Methi Malai Paneer is a creamy gravy with flavoursome methi leaves and an aromatic masala. The creaminess is from the cashews and also the cream and also the butter 🙂
A restaurant style gravy is an absolute hit. The slight bitterness from methi makes it go really well with all the richness of cream and cashews. Of course, do not forget the spices which give the distinct aroma to this wonderful gravy. ... “Methi Malai Paneer | Paneer Recipes | How to make methi malai paneer?”

Pudina Dal Shorba | Soup Recipes

Piping hot, appetizing, refreshing drink, pudina dal shorba
12/13/2016 8:43:51 PM vindhyadesai

Shorbas’ are a great way to start a meal. Pudina dal shorba definitely has a place at the beginning of a grand feast. Shorbas’ have their roots in Persia and the Middle East.
These are piping hot soups served as an appetizer. As we know with soups, there can be many varieties. Shorbas’ are specialty soups from Asian cuisine. It is even served just on its own with some kind of bread to soak up the goodness. ... “Pudina Dal Shorba | Soup Recipes”

Eggless Honey Cake | Bakery Style Honey Cake | Eggless Cake Recipes

Moist, succulent, utterly delicious, Iyengar bakery style eggless honey cake
12/11/2016 10:06:38 PM vindhyadesai

Moist, melt in the mouth, sweet honey cake reminds me of childhood. This was one of the perks of growing up in the 90’s. A delicacy from the local bakery used to be a treat. Eggless honey cake has to be one of the best cakes on earth. Who agrees with me?
The oozy jam mixture on top of the honey moist cake makes it very succulent. I have used a basic eggless orange cake recipe for this cake. I sometimes also make this eggless honey cake with whole wheat flour using the recipe for whole wheat orange muffins as the base. But to get that authentic moistness I make this cake with all purpose flour. ... “Eggless Honey Cake | Bakery Style Honey Cake | Eggless Cake Recipes”

Eggless Banana Mousse | How to make eggless banana mousse?

Rich, decadent, eggless banana mousse, creamy and delightful
12/08/2016 9:34:42 PM vindhyadesai

Eggless banana mousse (pronounced: moose) is one of those desserts which can be prepared in a jiffy. But the wait for it to chill is the hard part. I love to lap up this dessert as soon as it is ready. Try not to finish all of this eggless banana mousse, creamy decadence before it has a chance to chill 🙂
Add any kind of toppings you like, chocolate chips, grated chocolate, cherries, strawberries. It is light and airy and very, very, very tasty! ... “Eggless Banana Mousse | How to make eggless banana mousse?”