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Lady Finger and Green Peas Masala (Vegan & Gluten free)

an Indian onion-tomato based gravy using lady finger (okra) aka bhindi   Lady finger (okra) aka Bhindi in hindi is such a vegetable which one person either hates or loves to have 😉 This is my all time favorite vegetable and throughout …

Updated on April 28, 2021February 15, 2020
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Vermicelli Modak with stuffed Dry Fruits

Modak or modakam is an Indian sweet rice flour dumpling. The modak is the favorite sweet of the Hindu deity, Ganesha. Lord Ganesha has a special place in everyone’s heart — he is cute, adorable and loves to eat. So, Ganesha Chaturthi is …

Updated on April 28, 2021August 20, 2017
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Chhena Jhili, an Odia sweet

Chhena Jhili, a signature Odia sweet dish is from Nimapada in the Puri district of Odisha. This is prepared by deep-frying small chhena shapes first and then soaked in cardamom flavored sugar syrup.

Updated on May 13, 2024October 31, 2021
A bowl of Banarasi Chura Matar garnished with coriander and served hot
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Chura Matar Recipe: A Delicious Winter Delight from Uttar Pradesh

Chura Matar is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and healthy breakfast or snack. This traditional dish is from Uttar Pradesh, especially popular in Banaras (Varanasi). It is made with flattened rice (chura or poha) and …

Updated on March 7, 2025March 7, 2025
Updated on May 9, 2021January 4, 2021Baking

Tahini Cookies with Choco Chunks (egg free, butter free)

               a nice way of using tahini in eggless cookies with some chocolate chunks   Tahini! Tahini is just like peanut butter. This is made by grinding sesame seeds into a smooth paste. Sometimes …

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Updated on May 9, 2021January 3, 2021Gluten free Soup and Stew Vegan

Roasted Cauliflower Soup flavored with Curry Powder

   a vegan and gluten-free winter soup using some roasted cauliflower florets having a curry powder flavor which is overall so rich and creamy without the use of any cream Each season brings in ingredients that make us quite able to …

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Updated on May 9, 2021December 28, 2020Gluten free Vegan

Indian Curry Powder

              a fine blend of some whole spices which make a simple curry from good to finger-licking delicious one and has a yellow hue. Nothing beats the fragrance of freshly prepared homemade spice powders. …

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Updated on May 21, 2024December 21, 2020Vegan

One Pot Pasta in Indian Masala (VEGAN)

             unlike the traditional method, preparing pasta in one pot along with vegetables in Indian flavor If you are a pasta lover like me, you understand that enjoying pasta never gets old 😏. Seriously after …

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Updated on July 3, 2024December 20, 2020Gluten free No-Onion-No-Garlic Recipe Odia Cuisine Vegan

Biri Manda Pitha / Biri Gaja

             the rice flour open dumplings with urad dal paste as the stuffing from odia pitha series  Odisha, one of the eastern states of the Indian subcontinent is a land of rich culture and tradition. In …

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Updated on December 9, 2021November 30, 2020Cauliflower Gluten free No-Onion-No-Garlic Recipe Side Dish Vegan

Cauliflowers in Leafy Greens Gravy ( VEGAN & GLUTEN FREE )

The Cauliflowers in Leafy Greens Gravy here is a vegetarian side dish using Cauliflowers in the winter leafy greens based gravy, perfect for festive time (without onion & garlic)  Yesterday I had shared a recipe quite similar to the most …

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Updated on April 28, 2021November 29, 2020Uncategorized

Paneer Curry using Cauliflower Leaves

       an interesting twist to the most popular Palak Paneer by using the tender cauliflower leaves Winter and leafy vegetables! The chilly winters are here. Hence the grocery stores are flooded with seasonal produce. One of the best …

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Updated on April 28, 2021November 28, 2020Uncategorized

Beetroot, Carrot Soup (VEGAN & GLUTEN FREE)

      a hearty and pretty color soup with all the goodness from beetroot and carrot Winter is on full phase these days, so we all can think about all things those are warm and comforting. And when it …

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Updated on June 27, 2024November 27, 2020Uncategorized

Kaitha Chutney

           an easy peasy vegan chutney using the kaitha / monkey apple and a handful of basic ingredients Kaitha !!! Kaitha is known as Kapitha in Ayurveda. This is almost like a medicinal tree with most …

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Updated on April 28, 2021November 23, 2020Uncategorized

Bhendi Besara | Lady Finger in Mustard Paste

          a sour and spicy side dish using lady finger aka bhendi in mustard paste from Odia cuisine Besara is one of the typical odia dish. Basically the word ‘besara’ is referred to a ‘masala paste …

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