Stuffed Vegetables

Print Ringal Bataka na Ravaiya Prep time:  15 mins Cook time:  20 mins Total time:  35 mins Serves: 4 The stuffed vegetables are known as Ravaiya or bharelu skaak. Ingredients 4 small ringan (Indian eggplant) 4 small red or yellow bataka (potatoes) 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds ½ teaspoon cumin seeds ¼ […]

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Rajma

Print Quick Rajma Prep time:  10 mins Cook time:  20 mins Total time:  30 mins Serves: 4 Dark Red Kidney Bean Soup Ingredients 2 15.5 oz. cans dark red kidney beans ½ a 15.5 oz. can of lentils 1 small yellow or red onion, thinly sliced 1 small tomato, ¼ inch diced 2 garlic cloves, finely […]

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Mexican Style Rice

Print Mexican Rice Prep time:  5 mins Cook time:  15 mins Total time:  20 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 cup uncooked rice 1 ½ cups or more of water 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon cumin seeds 1 packet of Sazon seasoning (with coriander and Annatto) ½ teaspoon chili powder Pinch of dry oregano ½ teaspoon […]

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Flower Bataka Vatana nu Shaak

Print Flower Bataka Vatana nu Shaak Prep time:  15 mins Cook time:  15 mins Total time:  30 mins Serves: 6 Cauliflower Potato Peas Ingredients 1 medium size flower (cauliflower), cut into 1 inch pieces 1 medium size batako (potato), cut into ½ inch cubes ½ cup vatana (green peas), frozen or fresh 4 tablespoons olive oil […]

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Dal

For vegetarians in India, dal (legumes) is a main source of protein. Varieties of dal is available through out India and each region has a unique way of preparing dal for a meal. The most common variety of dal used all over India is toover dal (split pigeon peas). It is usually served with rice. […]

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