Holi festive also known as festival of colors is celebrated in Spring. On the day of Holi, bonfires are lite at night to celebrate the victory of good over evil. Every festival has a special food associated with that occasion. Growing up for me, it was eating boiled whole wheat sev (noodles) with ghee and […]
Ladoo
Ladoos are made thoughout in India at home and also readily available in sweet shops. The round shaped sweet is called ladoo and there are many varieties of ladoo. Different types of ladoos are made depending on occasion and festival. This sweet is favorite of children. It can be eaten as a snack or with […]
Vegetables and Chickpeas Tagine
Print Vegetables and Chickpeas Tagine Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 1 hour Serves: 6 The spices used in Moroccan Tagine recipes are very similar to spices used in Indian curries. I like to cook curries/stews with warm spices during winter months. It is very satisfying and comforting during cold season. I […]
Puran Poli
Print Puran Poli Prep time: 1 hour Cook time: 1 hour 40 mins Total time: 2 hours 40 mins Serves: 6 Puran (filling) Poli (flat bread) is one of my husband and his family’s favorite dishes. During a holiday/festival you are bound to find it during meals at his family home in Gujarat, India. Ingredients For […]
Tea Masala Cookies with Candied Ginger
Print Tea Masala Cookies with Candied Ginger Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 30 mins Serves: 24 During Diwali festival, variety of snacks including cookies are made to share with family, neighbors and guests. I developed this recipe during that time. Ingredients 2 ½ cups AP flour 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder […]