Sabudana Khichdi (Spicy Tapioca)

January 12, 2010Appetizers, Breakfast Recipes, Gluten Free, Navaratri, Snacks, Veganbreakfast, cruncy, Gluten Free, khichdi, Kichdi, kichidi, peanuts, Peas, Snack, Spicy, tapiocaManjula Jain

Sabudana also known as Tapioca makes a great Khichdi. This recipe is mildly spiced and peanuts give it a light crunch. Tapioca khichdi is great for breakfast or as a snack and it tastes delicious.

This is a great gluten free dish.

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Besan Paare (Spicy Crackers)

December 26, 2009Holi, Snacks, Veganbasen, Fried Chips, Para, Snack, Vegan, Vegetarian, ZestyManjula Jain

These besan paares are crunchy and spicy. Paares makes a great snack. Serve anytime.

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Apple Jalebi (Apple Fritters)

November 3, 2009Desserts, VeganApple, Dessert, Fritters, Funnel Cake, Sweet, Vegan, Wafers, Zalabia, ZoolbiaManjula Jain

Apple Jalebis can be best described as apple wafers dipped in the flavorful sugar syrup. This is a modified version of Jalebis, taste best when served hot.

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Baingan Bharta (Eggplant)

October 9, 2009Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetables Sauteed / DryBaigan, Began, Bharta, Brinjal, Brinjals, eggplant, Gluten Free, Masala Curry, Mash, Vegan, VegetarianManjula Jain

Baingan Bharta is mashed eggplant cooked with spiced tomato very flavorful dish. Traditionally bharta is made with charcoal roasted eggplant but I have adopted it to the modern kitchen. This is a very popular dish in Punjab usually served with roti.

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Spicy Squash – Kaddu Ki Subji

September 24, 2009Diwali, Gluten Free, Navaratri, Vegan, Vegetables Curry / Gravy, Vegetables Sauteed / DryAcorn, Butternut, chayote, Gluten Free, Kaddu, Sour, Spicy, squash, Sweet, Vegan, VegatarianManjula Jain

This is a north Indian dish, spicy, sweet and sour taste all in one. Typically this dish is served with puri and kachori (puri stuffed with urad dal).

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Kaju Burfi (Cashew Fudge)

September 2, 2009Desserts, Gluten Free, High Protein, Veganbarfi, Burfi, Candy, cashew, Fudge, Gluten Free, Indian, Kaju, Sweet, Vegan, VegetarianManjula Jain

Kaju burfi is probably the most favorite Indian dessert. Kaju burfi is a delicious treat for any occasion. This can also be served as a fudge or candy. This is also a great vegan treat.

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Vegetable Pasta

August 12, 2009Fusion, Quick & Easy, VeganBasil, Italian, Mushrooms, Pasta, Penne, Tomato Sauce, Vegan, VegetableManjula Jain

Fresh vegetables and whole grain pasta with savory tomato sauce makes a very colorful and delicious pasta dish. This is a simple pasta dinner. Serve with a side of salad and bread.

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Lemon Rice

August 8, 2009Gluten Free, Lunch Box Suggestion, Rice, Vegan, YugadiGluten Free, lemon, peanuts, Rice, South India, Vegan, VegetarianManjula Jain

Lemon rice is a delicious south Indian dish. Lemon juice gives a very refreshing and tangy flavor to the rice.

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Chole Palak (Chickpeas With Spinach)

July 7, 2009Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, High Protein, Low Fat, Quick & Easy, Vegan, Vegetables Curry / Gravy, Winter RecipesChana, chhole, chickpeas, Chole, Gluten Free, Healthy, Kable Chana, Naan, Roti, Spicy, Spinach, VeganManjula Jain

Chickpeas and spinach is a great combination and a healthy, protein rich dish. Chickpeas immersed with spicy spinach gravy. This dish can be served with roti, naan or any other bread.

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Muthia (Steamed Dumpling)

April 6, 2009Appetizers, VeganApptizer, Cabbage, Healthy, Muthia, Muthiya, Snack, Steamed, Vegan, VegetarianManjula Jain

Muthias are steamed spiced dumplings, made with gramflour (besan), cabbage, and spices. They make a tasty appetizer or snack.

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Paratha (whole Wheat Flat Bread)

April 1, 2009Breads, Karwa Chauth, VeganRoti-Paratha, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole WheatManjula Jain

Parathas are whole-wheat Indian flat-bread, a staple bread in north India. Parathas can be made plain or stuffed with different fillings.

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Asparagus With Ginger

March 22, 2009Appetizers, Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Cholesterol, Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetables Sauteed / Dryappetizer, Asparagus, ginger, Gluten Free, Vegan, VegetarianManjula Jain

Stir-fry asparagus is healthy and simple to prepare, yet very delicious. It is a beautiful dish to serve and makes a great appetizer or a side dish.

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Spicy Sweet Potatoes

March 16, 2009Appetizers, Ganesh Chaturthi, Gluten Free, Low Fat, VeganAppetizers, ginger, Gluten Free, Healthy, Snack, Sweet, Vegan, Vegetarian, YamsManjula Jain

This delicious dish makes a great appetizer or can be served as snack with tea. Sweet potatoes spiced up with lemon and ginger juice makes a mouth-watering dish.

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Shakkar Para

March 4, 2009Snacks, VeganCoconut, Meeta, Meetha, Shakkar Para, Sweet Para, Vegan, VegetarianManjula Jain

Shakkar para is a popular snack. They are deep-fried sugar crisps with coconut powder and hint of cardamom, which gives them an interesting flavor. This is one of those snacks you cannot stop munching. Shakkar paras’ main ingredients are plain flour, semolina, and sugar.

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Mushroom with peas

February 10, 2009Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetables Curry / GravyFenugreek, Gluten Free, mashroom, Matar, Mathi, Mattar, mushroom, Peas, Vegan, VegetarianManjula Jain

Mushroom with peas is a great side dish consisting of mushrooms and peas in a spiced tomato curry with a touch of fenugreek leaves.

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