we had 3 lonely pav (bread buns) left over one week and I was racking my mind to figure out how to use them up and at the same time not have to make multiple options for lunch. Ta da – that’s how the masala pav pizzas were innovated (out of laziness and desperation). Truly, …
Entertaining during the summertime means wanting light foods that come together easily but still look elegant. That’s what makes these caprese skewers perfect for summertime gatherings! It only takes a few minutes to pull these together but the compliments you receive will last for days to come! Ingredients (all approximate) 24 cherry tomatoes 12 mini …
Do your kids get super hangry after school? Here’s a hearty after school snack (inspired by @sanjanafeasts) on those days when you’re running from extracurricular activity to activity. It’s customizable for any food allergies/preferences and is loved by kids of all ages. I made it with the Indian Maggi noodles, but you can use any …
frankly, my dear, this is one of the best sandwiches you will ever eat! Frankies are sometimes referred to as Bombay Burritos and are similar to kathi rolls (these are generally filled with spiced paneer). My kids really love the spiced potato filling and my favorite part is the flavor mixture of the cilantro chutney, …
You dim sum, you lose sum, but these potstickers are a sure-fire winner! It’s semi-homemade using prepackaged @nasoya dumplings and ready in less than 10 min. There are instructions on the package, but my recipe below adds a little oomph and spice to the dish. You can have these for a quick lunch or a …
This potato stuffed bun is a popular street food/snack item in India. Each flavor mixes together really well for that perfect bite – the sweet tanginess of the date and tamarind chutney, the spiciness of the masala, the freshness of the cilantro and pomegranate, the bite of the onions, the creaminess of the butter, and …
Popcorn and movies are always butter together, but masala popcorn and Bollywood movies are a-MAIZE-ing!! The recipe below is how I make it in the Instant Pot, but you can easily follow the same recipe to make it on the stovetop. In either case, the hardest part of the evening will be deciding which movie …
this protein packed power bowl is bursting with flavors. Even my white rice loving husband went back for seconds! It’s fairly easy to pull together and feel free to customize the veggies for what you enjoy. Tag me @reshmomlife if you make this! INGREDIENTS ½ cup dry quinoa 1 cup vegetable broth 2-3 bay leaves …
Here’s an EARful for you, this breakfast/snack dish is as basic and desi as they come, but oh is it a-MAIZE-ing! I make this in the summer with fresh corn (sometimes fresh grilled corn), and I know friends who make it yearlong with frozen corn. INGREDIENTS 3 cup corn kernels 2 tsp salt (to taste) ¾ to 1 cup milk 1 …
Have some leftover chole? Here’s an easy way to create an awesome snack. Take your favorite puff pastry and cut it into rectangle. Sprinkle some masala on the bottom and put a spoon of the chole on top. Top with onions and cover with another piece of the puff pastry. Use a fork to make …
