Pindi chole is the most commonly made chole in punjabi household. It has become a comfort food for many. Making pindi chane on weekends and holidays has become a tradition. So here we are with a pindi chole without onion garlic. There are many people who prefer eating without onion garlic food. This recipe is … Read more
Here is an easy fusion Thandai mousse recipe for Holi. You have heard of chocolate mousse but have you ever heard of Thandai mousse. Yes.. you heard it right. Thandai mousse recipe just perfect for the Holi party celebrations. With the most vibrant and colorful festival around the the corner its time to start prepping … Read more
Here is a super easy baked Gujiya recipe. If your health demands lowering the oil and ghee consumption then that does not mean that you cannot have your favourite sweets on Holi. Oven baked mawa gujiya taste very good and can lift your Holi spirit completely. So do not let your health let you dampen … Read more
Aloo ke pakode is loved by everyone. Whenever it rains here in India, everyone craves for delicious crispy pakoras, as if it is a cultural trend – barish (rain), aloo pakora, green dhania- pudina chutney and steaming hot chai (Tea). Indian potato pakora are roundels of potato dipped in thick coating of besan and deep … Read more
Here is a very easy Thandai masala powder recipe which can be made at home. Thandai is a refreshing drink very well integrated with the festival of Holi for years and years. You just can not have enough of chilled thandai. Chilled thandai, delicious chaat, colors, some holi Bollywood music and friends… what else you … Read more
Gajar kanji is the perfect bringht drink for Holi. Carrots along with ground mustard are fermented in water to make a delicious beverage. This traditional Holi drink is healthy and aids digestion. It replenishes the liver and alkalises the body and cleanses blood. Generally kanji is made with black carrots (kali gajar) which are available … Read more
Holi is the festival of fun, color and merriment. And just like the festival, Holi snacks menu should also be colorful and full of variety. The snacks ideas presented here are traditional yet perfect finger food for your Holi Milan or Holi party. These Holi snacks recipes can be pre made and stored so that … Read more
This is an unusual recipe of mattar ki kheer. Green peas kheer is rich in protein and is full of various nuts. Ingredients: Shelled green peas – 1 cup Milk – 11/4 litres Sugar – 1 cup Green cardamom – 1 tsp (powdered) Pistachio nuts – 7-10 Green cardamoms – 20-25 (crushed) Raisins – 20-25 … Read more
Here’s a delicious mawa gujiya recipe that can be enjoyed at Holi and Diwali time and can be stored for a longer time. Learn how to make mawa gujiya. Though it looks tricky making the gujiyas but if proper procedure is followed these mava gujiyas always turn out perfect. Makes : 20 – 22Total time … Read more
Methi mathri is a perfect tea time snack made from maida, besan and kauri methi. These crispy methi mathris can be stored for many days and best eaten with mango pickle and hot cup of tea or coffee. Here is a simple recipe for how to make Indian methi mathri. Total time : 1 hr … Read more
Namakpara is a popular holi recipe. It made from flour dough cut into strips and then deep fried. Good thing about namakpare is that it can be stored for 2 -3 weeks. Total time : 1 hr Makes : 25 – 35 Ingredients: 1 cup maida (flour) 4 1/2-5 1/2 tblsp lwater 2 tbsp beaten … Read more
Crispy palak bhajia are made with fresh spinach leaves mixed with besan and various spices. They taste great when topped with chaat masala, sliced onion and green chutney. These crispy palak bhajiya are a perfect snacks and are quick and easy to make. Learn how to make palak bhajia. Ingredients: 6 – 8 tsp besan … Read more
Moong Dal ke Ram ladoo is a wonderful snack item. Ram ladoo is prepared from mixer made from yellow lentil and Bengal gram. For this special spicy and tangy green chutney is prepared and finally topped with grated raddish. Learn how to make moong dal ke ram ladoo. Ingredients for ram ladoo : 1 cup … Read more
Coco sandesh is one of the favorite and common sweet dish among kids. It is made from cottage cheese and powdered sugar, stuffed from melted chocolate and walnut almond mixture. Cooking time: 60 minutes. Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese 1/4 cup powdered sugar 2 chocolates (that can melt easily) 6 walnuts (halves) 8 almonds How … Read more
Here is the recipe for shakarpara. Shakarpare are sugar coated flour pieces which are deep fried. Shakkarpare can be stored for 2 -3 weeks. Ingredients: All-purpose flour – 500 gms Ghee – 100 gms Baking powder – 11/2 tsp Water to knead Oil for frying For the coating – Sugar – 300 gms Water – … Read more
Bhang thandai is generally preferred during the Holi season. It is the highlight of the holi parties. Here is the procedure for how to make bhaang ki thandai. But drink it at your own risk. Ingredients: 1 1/2 liter – Water 1 1/2 cups – Sugar (chini) 1 cup – Milk 1 tbsp – Almonds … Read more
Bhaang pakore is a speciality dish eaten by the people during the festival of Holi. Bhaang pakora are a popular snack during holi festivities. Here is the recipe for bhang ke pakore. Ingredients: 250 gms Besan (gram flour) 200 gms Potatoes (aloo) 200 gms Cauliflower (gobhi) 150 gms Onions (pyaj) 100 gms Spinach (palak) 200 … Read more
Here is an easy recipe for bhang lassi. Learn how to make bhang lassi. Ingredients: 15 gms (1/2 oz) bhang (cannabis) 2 Cups warm whole milk 1/2 Cup sugar 1 tbsp Coconut milk 1 tbsp Almonds, chopped 1/8 tsp Ginger, powdered 1 Pinch garam masala 1/2 tsp Grenadine 1 Cup water How to make Indian … Read more
Besan sev is quite simple to make, in this the dough is prepared from chickpea flour adding various spices like black pepper ,chili powder, crushed cloves , carom seed and asafetida. To make the sev special sev press is used. The crispy chickpea namkeen can be enjoyed as a topping for various chaats or a … Read more
Anarsa is an authentic Maharastrian sweet dish especially made in the festive season. The main ingredients of anarse are rice and jaggery. Learn how to make Anarsa by following this easy recipe. Total time : 4 days Ingredients: 3 cups rice 1 tbsp poppy seeds (khuskhus) 3 cups grated jaggery (gur) 1/2 cup milk Ghee … Read more
Aloo poori is very popular north Indian breakfast dish. Aloo ki sabji with puri is generally eaten with boondi raita and aam ka achar. Learn how to make poori potato curry. Ingredients: For Aloo sabji: 250 gm boiled potato 1 tblsp Oil 1 tsp salt 1/4th tsp turmeric powder 1/4 tsp degi mirch (for color) … Read more
Dahi bhalle is the most delectable and liked chaat in North India. Dahi bhalla is made of fried lentil balls served with yougurt and some chutneys. Learn how to make dahi bhalla. Serves : 5 – 6 Total time : 3hrs Ingredients: 1 cup urad duli dal (split black gram) Pinch of hing Salt to … Read more
Gathiya is a popular Gujarati tea time snacks. Gathiya is made of gramflour moulded into strips and deep fried. Here is the recipe for how to make gathiya. It is an easy to make savoury which can be served during Holi. Makes : 500 gmsTotal time : 60 mins Ingredients: 1/2 kg gramflour (Besan) Salt … Read more
Mathi is popular Indian sytle tea time snack. Stiff dough is kneaded from all purpose flour and wheat flour adding various spices to it and then deep fried. Ingredients: 2 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup wheat flour 1 tsp dry fenugreek leaves (crushed between palms) 1 tsp black pepper powder 1 tsp coriander seeds … Read more
Punjabi Meethi Lassi or Sweet Lassi is a thirst quencher during the scorching summer season. It is super healthy and delicious. The probiotic nature of curd / yogurt makes it best for the guts. Here is a delicious refreshing recipe of Punjabi meethi lassi that can be enjoyed in hot summers and also during Holi … Read more
Mithi Gujiya recipe to celebrate the festival of Holi. Mithi gujiya is synonymous with Holi. When you say Holi the first thing that comes to mind is gujiya. Holi celebration is literally not possible without gujiya. So here is an easy gujiya recipe without chashni. Chashni is the sugar syrup. In some gujiya we coat … Read more
