Chillas or cheelas, similar to dosas and dhirdes, are more popular in North India and are made with chickpea or moong dal flour. I have been making these for several years for brunch as they are easy and filling. Sometimes I add chopped spinach…
This is a traditional breakfast served on the second day of Diwali, known as Naraka Chaturdashi but is a great way to start any morning of the year, especially in summer. A simple mix of pohe (flattened, dry rice), yogurt and milk is tempered…
Barnyard millet or varai and pearl tapioca or sabudana are both gluten-free and can be combined to make vegan and gluten-free pancakes. Since both are also the mainstay and permitted ingredients for fasting days, these small dhirdes (aka chillas, dosas, pancakes) are perfect for…
Peanut amti can be described as a mild peanut sauce often paired with Varai Rice (barnyard millet) as a traditional meal on fasting days in Maharashtra. Made with roasted and ground peanuts, this nutty and toasty amti can be made in a jiffy if…
Technically a seed, varai is gluten-free and a good source of protein, carbohydrate, fiber, and, most notably, contains more micronutrients (iron and zinc) than other major cereals. Varai is also known as samo, samak, moraiyo, or bhagar and is often cooked for fasting days….
A healthy breakfast or snack that can be made ahead of time with very little prep and no cooking. Yogurt, fresh fruit, seeds, granola, and fruit jam layered one on top of top of the other create a melody of taste and texture as…
Another delicious and simple smoothie to start your day right. Blueberries and bananas are a great duo and between the two of them they deliver a punch loaded with vitamins and potassium.
Creamy, sweet and tangy, this avocado mango smoothie with chia seeds is delicious and perfect for a long hot day ahead.
A little different from the regular quesadillas, these spinach potato ones come together fast and tastes delicious with a side of mango salsa or any store bought salsa. I also get to use the fresh veggies and fruits that are so abundant in summer.
Yummy, quick work day lunch or brunch with bread, sliced avocado, cucumber and spinach with a generous slathering of cheese spread.
