Aamrakhand- Fro-Yo Bark Style!

Frozen Greek yogurt bark flavored with mango and cardamom and studded with pistachios and craisins! The temperature is finally in the 80s and the ice cream stands beckon us whereever we go. I love ice cream….is there anyone who does not? But I do feel some guilt after the overindulgence…..but not enough to give up... Continue Reading →

Dal Vada….. with a healthy twist!

Crispy on the outside, soft and ‘melt in your mouth good’ inside, these vegetarian, gluten free  Dal Vadas, with corn and avocado, are not deep fried either! Dal Vadas are rich in protein and a great gluten free snack. They are typically made with chana dal or yellow split peas and spices. I love how... Continue Reading →

Mango Ginger Boba Tea

An Indian Taiwanese fusion recipe combining the nectarous mango, the health benefits of green tea and ginger and the cool, gluten free, boba! This boba tea is a drink with an attitude! If you love bubble tea as much as I do, you will know what I mean. I cannot go past a bubble tea... Continue Reading →

Chicken Vindaloo Tacos

Easy, one pan, mouth watering, figure friendly, Indo Mexican fusion recipe! Vindaloo is a spicy meat dish from Goa that is very popular in Indian restaurants, especially in the United States. The story behind this dish goes something like this- The Portuguese introduced the tangy Vindahlo, a recipe to preserve pork on the ships, using wine... Continue Reading →

Broiled Stuffed Indo Mexican Jalapenos

Gluten free, non-fried, crunchy, cheesy and spicy- a perfect Indo Mexican appetizer! Are you crazy about spicy foods?  Does your mouth water at the sight of mirchi vada, mirchi bajji/bhaji, jalapeno poppers and chili rellenos? I am crazy about these foods and wish I could eat unlimited quantities of these. But have to limit myself... Continue Reading →

‘Indian Noodles’ for the Book club

Indian and Thai inspired Seviya Upma! It was my turn to host the book club this month. We read ‘Inside the O Brien’s’ by Lisa Genova. I absolutely love her style of writing! I was riveted to the story of a seemingly ‘regular’ family in the Boston area while learning about Huntington’s disease. Lisa Genova... Continue Reading →

Shrimp Curry Quinoa Bowl

Relish this vibrant, healthy and hearty curry bowl that surely hits the spot! Do you like curry bowls with bold flavors, textures and temperatures juxtaposed to create a tantalizing meal? Then this is the curry bowl for you! Warm, wholesome red quinoa and the spicy shrimp curry contrast perfectly with the quick pickled, cool and... Continue Reading →

Butterscotch Toffee Sheera

Quick and easy Indian fusion dessert for the festival of Holi, welcoming spring. Holi, the joyful Hindu festival, welcomes spring with vivid colors ! The legend behind it is one of victory of good over evil. On the day of Holi, everyone is fair game as people color each other with vibrant color powders, colored... Continue Reading →

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