Khichdi. Khichurdi. Khichuri. No matter how you spell it, this dish–made of rice and dal (lentils)–is the epitome of Indian comfort food. It’s one of the first foods Indian children are given and any aunty will tell you that it is the best food to soothe an aching stomach. Simply put, khichdi is Indian “soul […]
Recipes
Curry Leaf and Black Pepper Chicken Curry
I love a good chicken curry, and this Curry Leaf and Black Pepper Chicken Curry recipe is no exception! I’ve taken inspiration from some of the delicious foods I tasted while visiting Kerala, India; using a pretty common flavor profile for that area. Although it’s a bit similar to my Coconut and Cardamom Chicken Curry […]
St. Patrick’s Day “Leprechaun Bait”
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and so I thought I’d share this fun Leprechaun Bait recipe that Arjun and I made this afternoon. If you aren’t familiar with the legends surrounding leprechauns, that’s okay. They’re sneaky little creatures and chances are you’ve never even seen one. In fact, they’re very smart and […]
Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Soup
Chicken soup is nourishing, comforting and down-right delicious. By using store-bought basil pesto and cooking the soup in your Instant pot you can quickly brighten up a simple no-frills chicken soup recipe and turn it into the stuff dreams are made of. Ok, that might be a pretty exaggerated statement, but really. This soup is good.
Simple South Indian Lemon Rice Recipe
I love the food of Southern India and lemon rice is one of my most favorites. It’s tangy, spicy and incredibly easy to make. Found both in homes and on the menus of fancy restaurants, lemon rice is simple food that can also be quite impressive. This quick and easy lemon rice recipe can be […]
Instant Pot Cauliflower, Sausage and Kale Soup Recipe
Put that new Instant Pot you received for Christmas to work and warm up with a big bowl of this Cauliflower, Sausage and Kale Soup. It took me a long time to actually purchase an Instant Pot. I heard so many rave reviews, but had a hard time justifying adding another appliance to my kitchen. […]
Fish Pakoras: Spiced Up Fish Fry Recipe {Gluten-Free!}
Today was chilly, rainy, and gloomy. It was the kind of day that requires a steaming glass of chai and a plate full of pakoras (spiced, battered and fried vegetable or meat fritters). My family loves all pakoras–but no one loves them more than my toddler, Arjun. He’s absolutely crazy for them! So much so […]
Easy Indian Shrimp Curry Recipe with Coconut Milk: Chingri Malaikari
This post and recipe for Chingri Malaikari (Shrimp Curry with Coconut Milk) originally appeared on my old blog, My Fancy Pantry in 2012. I have updated the recipe here and made changes according to how I currently make this dish. I’ve learned a lot since then, so my recipes and methods have also evolved. I […]
Green Beans Poriyal Recipe (Green Beans with Coconut)
It’s no secret that I don’t really love many vegetables. Especially green vegetables. I tolerate them because I know they’re good for me, but I can’t say that I actually look forward to eating them. These green beans are a complete exception! I first tasted this recipe a few years ago when we were traveling […]
Easy Lemon Cheesecake with Blackberry and Ginger Spiced Topping
There are few desserts as rich and delicious as cheesecake. Personally, I prefer cookies, but Piyush–who swears he does not like sweets!–is definitely a “cheesecake man.” In fact, he likes it so much that it’s all he wanted for Christmas. No presents, just cheesecake. Heck, that’s easy enough! I first made this particular cheesecake during […]