Indian street food is like nothing else I’ve experienced. It’s creative, it’s delicious and it’s cheap! I’m not quite sure what makes the taste so unforgettable–some say it’s the oil, and the spices…most say it’s the dirt and the dust. Whatever it is…it works! Before I went to India I was warned by my doctor, my […]
Tag: Vegetarian/Vegan
Indian Inspired Pasta Salad
This pasta salad isn’t like most pasta salads I’ve eaten. It’s different…in a good way. I was trying to think of something easy, fresh and light to bring along to my family Easter pot-luck; but nothing sounded good. I wanted something to counter-balance all the candy I knew I would be eating. I mean…seriously, look […]
Curry in a Hurry! Simple Curry Base Recipe
Do you love Indian style curries, but don’t make them at home because you think they take too much time? Or effort? Or skill? Do you make curries at home, only to find that they’re nothing like the ones you order at your favorite restaurant? I’m going to let you in on a little secret…something […]
Easy Aloo Tikki (Potato Patty)
I thought today was a good day to prepare and freeze some Momos. Piyush and I are planning on visiting my family this weekend, and I wanted to take some easy—and healthy—food along. My family lives in a tiny town where there really aren’t many options for food. There are even less options for good […]
Singaras —Bengali Style Samosa
If you enjoy Indian food on a regular (or even semi-regular) basis, you have probably heard of the samosa. The samosa is to India what the “Hot Pocket” is to America…only it has a million times more flavor. And no cheese. And includes vegetables. Okay, it’s nothing like a Hot Pocket. It’s better! Way better. […]
Vegetarian Momos! …and Remembering Darjeeling
While on our trip to India, Piyush and I met tons of incredible people, visited many spectacular places and tried many different foods (well…different to me!). I didn’t really think too much about it while I was there, but now that I’m back home in the states…I can’t get Darjeeling out of my head! Darjeeling […]
The Perfect Health(ier) Pizza!
I haven’t blogged lately, and it’s not because we haven’t been cooking and eating at home. In fact, I’ve cooked quite a bit. We’ve had blackberry-ginger glazed salmon, chicken biryani (these will all appear on the blog, eventually!), and homemade pizzas. I love Pizza. There is just something so mouth-watering about dough smothered in tomato […]
Vegetarian Bean Taco Salad
I must be in a Mexican kinda mood, because it seems that’s all I feel like cooking lately! I’ve also felt like eating beans. Lots of beans. source (you can also click this link to learn about the health benefit of beans) When I was planning dinner the other day, I decided I’d make a […]
Craving something Indian
I’m looking more and more forward to my trip to India everyday! I can’t believe it’s under a month away now. I have so many gifts to buy for people, so many things to pack for Piyush and I (note to self: don’t forget the toilet paper), and not a lot of time to brush […]
Pesto Pasta…for one! My Version of Noodle and Co.’s Pesto Cavatappi
Today Mayo is hosting a chess tournament in the cafeteria so Piyush is busy competing with his friends. I work evenings this weekend, so its nice he has something fun (for him) to do aside from golf. He is a golf maniac and I think a little weekend break will be good for him. While […]