I have a “thing” for chocolate. I love everything about it. It’s smell, it’s taste and–most especially (at the risk of sounding like some sort of chocolate obsessed crazy lady who is in clear need of psychological assistance)–it’s ability to “pick me up” when I’m feeling down. The only thing I might love more than chocolate is […]
Author: Shari
Tamatar Shorba (Indian Spiced Tomato Soup) Vegetarian & Vegan Friendly
Last year at this time tomato soup would have been the last thing on my mind! Instead, I was preoccupied with my “baby” plants, berry picking and killing those stubborn Canadian Thistles…Seriously, how do you get rid of those things?! Unfortunately, this year has been the complete opposite of the last. Winter is holding on […]
Aloo Sabzi: Potatoes Cooked in Mustard Oil
Sometimes the most ordinary of foods can be made extraordinary simply by pairing them with the right ingredients. For this delicious potato dish, I took a lot of inspiration from my mother-in-law’s cooking and the tasty foods I ate while in West Bengal.
Diets Don’t Have to Be Torture (but they usually are) & Mexican Spiced Shrimp
I’ve mentioned once or twice a million times that I’ve been on a diet. How exciting?! Actually, I’m trying to think of it more as a lifestyle change. I’m not depriving myself, I’m just not over-doing it, either. My new way of eating really focuses on portion sizes and eating more frequently. Truthfully, it sucks. That being said, it works. […]
Lamb Keema Matar: Minced Meat Curry with Peas
Keema Matar (ground meat and peas curry) is one of my favorite Indian dishes. Not only is it incredibly comforting but it’s also really quick and inexpensive to prepare. When I think I have nothing in the house to make for dinner, I almost always end up making Keema Masala. I mean, who doesn’t have […]
Indian Snack Bars (Indian-Inspired Rice Krispie Treats)
Traditional American rice krispie bars have always been one of my favorite snacks. Especially if they’re of the peanut butter variety! Some of my earliest memories center around the simple–yet delicious–rice krispie bar. It’s true. I remember stirring the pot of melting marshmallows on my grandmother’s stove-top while my aunt, Patty, supervised–well over 20 years ago! (Man, […]
Mini Vegetarian Korma Pies with Whipped Coconut Cream for National Pie Day!
I’ve had a lot of requests for this recipe, and I’m not really sure why I haven’t posted it. But hey, it’s never too late…right? I created this recipe for a pie contest that was held way back in September. Unfortunately, I didn’t win, but that’s okay. You see, I made 300 little pies the […]
Restaurant Style Paneer Tikka Masala (Vegetarian)
When I was cleaning out my freezer the other day I noticed I had a few (forgotten) packs of paneer. Paneer, a fresh Indian cheese made with whole milk, is one of my all-time favorite ingredients. It’s a great vegetarian (not dairy-free) source of protein and can be used in many different ways.
The “Lost” Recipes: The Meals That Never Made it
Today I was going through my old camera’s memory disk and found a few gems. I thought I’d share a couple photos of some of the recipes that for one reason or another never made it on the blog. Apparently I’m getting quite forgetful–or, I’m just incredibly lazy–because there were quite a few that I […]
Besan Chillas: Chickpea Flour Pancakes with Veggies & Shrimp (can be made vegan!)
**This recipe can easily be made Vegetarian or Vegan** I mentioned, a few days ago, about using leftover Indian Spiced Shrimp (recipe HERE) to make my husband a special, savory Indian-inspired breakfast. Now, if you don’t eat shrimp, are looking for a vegan option, or are hoping to find a gluten-free alternative to pancakes, this […]