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Mango Chhena Poda

a fusion of the extremely popular smoky flavored sweet delicacy of Odisha, Chhena Poda using the king of fruit Mango.

Updated on June 4, 2021June 4, 2021
Savory Semolina Modak (with hemp seeds) 22
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Savory Semolina Modak with Hemp Seeds (NO STEAMING)

Savory Semolina Modak with Hemp Seeds is a perfect fusion modak (NO Steaming) with savory twist using semolina aka sooji.
Just perfect treat to try on the upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi !

Updated on September 7, 2021September 7, 2021
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Sweet and Sour Bitter Gourd Curry | Khatta Meetha Karela

Bitter gourd !!  The first thing that comes to my mind seeing it, is the bitterness in the name. Bitter foods do not appeal to many people, but the bitter gourd is a common food in Indian cuisine. This vegetable is …

Updated on April 28, 2021October 13, 2017
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Apricot Pudding Trifle

Who doesn’t love desserts !! And when it comes to desserts of Hyderabad, ‘khubani ka meetha’ is a must dish on menu whether the occasion may be a wedding or any celebration.  Apricots is named as khubani in Urdu language. Khubani …

Updated on April 28, 2021August 7, 2017
Updated on May 19, 2024March 16, 2019Uncategorized

Apple Pie Karanji / Gujiya

Festival of Colours, HOLI is finally approaching this week which is a major Hindu festival in Indian subcontinent. The festival is split into two events beginning with ‘Holika Dahan’ on the night before the main festivities and culminating with ‘Rangwali Holi’ on …

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Updated on July 10, 2024March 15, 2019Uncategorized

Turnip-Beetroot-Radish Coleslaw

The classic coleslaw / cole slaw / slaw recipe is made of cabbage and topped with a delicious dressing. One can say that this is a kind of salad which works perfectly as it or as a filling in sandwiches, tacos …

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Updated on April 28, 2021March 13, 2019Uncategorized

Turmeric Vermicelli Soup – Vegan & Gluten free

In India, Turmeric / Haldi has been used as the most powerful spice and a wonder ingredient since ages. It is a staple in most of all Indian cooking which gives a lovely yellow tinge to any delectable dishes. The incredible …

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Updated on April 28, 2021March 11, 2019Uncategorized

Fenugreek / Methi Mushroom Curry

Fenugreek / Methi is a very ancient spice which is used for flavoring various dishes. The leaves of it are bitter in taste and  when added to any dish it will surely stimulate the taste buds. Fenugreek leaves are in season …

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Updated on April 28, 2021March 8, 2019Uncategorized

Homemade Coconut Milk (VEGAN)

Coconut is a kind of dry drupe (a hard stony covering which encloses the seed). Almost one-third of the people of the whole world rely on coconuts as a major part of their diet. Coconut is high in protein and …

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Updated on April 28, 2021March 5, 2019Uncategorized

Babycorn Ja Stem (VEGAN) – Meghalayan delicacy

Meghalaya is one of the Seven Sister States of northeast side of Indian subcontinent. In Sanskrit language, the state name means ‘the abode of clouds‘. The majority are tribal population and among them these three tribes : Garos, Khasis and the Jaintias …

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Updated on April 28, 2021March 4, 2019Uncategorized

Odia Chhena Pana using Basil seeds & Fruits

Happy Maha Shivratri to all my viewers 😊 Maha Shivratri is a Hindu festival to worship lord Shiva which is celebrated every year on the new moon day in the month of Magha according to the Hindu calendar. Literally the festival …

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Updated on April 28, 2021February 25, 2019Uncategorized

Orange Lemonade with Basil Seeds (Non-alcoholic)

Today is Monday !!! And the theme no 184 of the Foodie Monday Blog Hop foodie group is decided as ‘Pegan Diet’ which is suggested by Veena di who blogs at Veena’s Veg Nation. The Pegan Diet is a new approach of …

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Updated on April 28, 2021February 18, 2019Uncategorized

Makhana-Nuts Mix | Lotus seed-Nuts Mix

Lotus seeds are also named as Fox nuts or Makhana or Gorgon nuts etc. In India particularly this is commonly called as Makhana. This non-cereal is grown in the stagnant water. Usually this is much popular as a fasting food among …

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Updated on April 28, 2021February 15, 2019Uncategorized

Roasted Beetroot Hummus – Vegan and Gluten Free

Recently while I was doing a post (Egg-free Basbousa / Semolina Cake) related to Levantine Cuisine, I came across the hummus from that cuisine. And that time, I kept this dish in my to-do list. Well for current month’s Food Bloggers Recipe …

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