Peanut Chutney

                                                       Peanut chutney / Peanut Dip

                                                                

Peanut is loaded with nutrients. Excellent source of B vitamins, vitamin E and dietary minerals. It is also a rich source of proteins. It helps to fight malnutrition.This peanut chutney serves as a substitute for coconut chutney. It tastes more or less like hummus used in Mediterranean cuisine. We can say it is a tempered version of hummus. Unlike coconut chutney it stays well for 4-5 days. It can served to kids as well as it is loaded with proteins.  A delicious condiment that can be served also as a dip. It can be made in no time. It can be served with any south Indian breakfast. It can be served with rotis and even bread.  Ok then let’s get started…….

Guacamole

   
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Ripe avocados at home?  Then why not try making a simple, healthy and tasty dip… yup guacamole it is, but can also be used as a condiment or salad. It is a Mexican cuisine but now it has become a part of American cuisine. The main ingredients are ripe avocado, salt and lime but to increase its richness you can very well add onion, garlic, tomato and corn…believe me it’s too easy to prepare. Gather all ingredients and  mix,,, yes that’s it yummy guacamole is ready. You can make it smooth or chunky according to your preference.   Ok then let’s get started.

Pumpkin Soup

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 Come October and you have pumpkins all around. Fall is the perfect time to add pumpkin to your dishes. It goes hand in hand with the fall holidays of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Carving pumpkins into jack -o’- lanterns is a famous Halloween tradition. These orange colored pumpkins are rich source of vital antioxidants and vitamins. Pumpkin seeds are a great source of proteins, minerals, vitamins and omega -3 fatty acid.  You can make a variety of dishes with pumpkin like bread, muffin, pie and soups.  Here I have tried pumpkin soup with small sugar pumpkins. This soup comes together quickly and has warm notes of pepper and garlic. This is a simple and easy recipe. No cream and no broth. My little one went pumpkin patch from school and brought this sugar pumpkin. She told she wants pumpkin soup so thus here it is. Ok then let’s get started.

Fish Biriyani

                                                Meen Biriyani
     
                                                     

It’s been a while since I posted a non vegetarian recipe and that too haven’t posted a seafood recipe. Prepared fish biriyani last week so thought to post it.   Biriyani is everyone’s favorite. The young and old enjoy it the same way. It’s a one pot meal. It’s a mixed rice dish, the rice mixed with spices, vegetables, meat and dry fruits. The main ingredient is basmati rice.  I always like to eat all kinds of biriyani. At the beginning of my cooking days I thought it is a hectic task to cook one.With the help of many food blogs now it’s easy peasy. I love making chicken biriyani but I enjoy eating fish biriyani. Here I have tried making fish biriyani in a very simple method without using coconut milk and biriyani masala.  Surprise your friends and family by serving this delicious fish biriyani at your dinner table. Ok then let’s get started.

Breakfast Smoothie

                                                  

                                                          

                                                     

Yes I’m back with something that is yummy & nutritious. It is a breakfast smoothie or you can call it blueberry banana oats smoothie. Yup  it has all those…  blueberries, banana, oats and milk.  It is very important to have something heavy in the morning.  It gives you the energy needed for the entire day. This breakfast smoothie is very delicious, filling and above all it’s very refreshing to have a perfect start. Moreover it doesn’t require cooking so it’s super easy. You can prepare and store it in the fridge the previous day itself.  As you all know these days all of us are so conscious about our health that we are trying to include all kinds of fruits and veggies in our diet. This smoothie is loaded with vitamins and minerals. Blueberry is a good source of antioxidants. it helps to maintain a good blood sugar level and also has many anti- cancer benefits. Bananas are filled with essential nutrients like potassium and are filled with energy boosters.  Oats a whole grain cereal is a good source of fiber and antioxidants. It helps to lower our blood and cholesterol levels.  This smoothie is a complete meal which can also be served a as a snack. Ok then let’s get started.

Corn Flakes Mixture

                                                        

                         Wanna eat something healthy and crunchy????   Then here it is……. corn flakes mixture. It’s also called corn flakes chivda . Its a super easy recipe and super tasty too. My hubby always needs something to chew on so I make it in bulk and just store it in an air tight container so that you don’t run out of snacks. My little one also enjoys this as it’s loaded with dry fruits and she enjoys the nuts popping up from the mixture while eating. It’s a guilt free snack. You can impress your guests and friends with this.  Nowadays corn flakes are inevitable in every household. It’s a must for  morning breakfast as it is loaded with nutrients.So let’s have something healthy for our evening snack also.  Corn flakes mixture will be ready in no time.  Ok then, let’s get started.

Watermelon Lemonade

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Hello everyone… how is it going ….  Ya the weather is driving all of us crazy. Its too hot out there.The mercury is touching 99-100 F. I have something to calm you guys down.It’s nothing but watermelon lemonade.  The word watermelon takes me back to my school days when we (me and my sisters) used to enjoy this melon drink. We get it in tall glasses mixed with sugar but picking the black seeds was a Herculean task. Thank god!!!!! Now we get seedless watermelons. This summer drink is so refreshing that you will fall in love with it. Ya I’m not joking, this acts as a great coolant .It cools your tummy like anything. Not only that it can be served as a great drink for your grill or potluck party. It’s too easy, just chop the watermelons add in lemon and honey, blend and serve that’s it.You can add ginger if u prefer but I didn’t add because it’s already too hot outside so just wanted to cut the extra heat generated  in our body as ginger adds to body heat. Ok let’s get started.

Aloo Methi

      

                                                           

Aloo methi is a North Indian dish which is quite popular. The rich combination of potatoes and fenugreek / methi leaves is always a winner.  The potatoes are roasted well along with the spices and the addition of methi leaves always tempt us to eat more. Methi leaves are rich in antioxidants , fiber , phytonutrients and contain a wide variety of other beneficial nutrients. Potatoes as you all know are a best source of carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Aloo methi  is a healthy combo which is enjoyed by all . We can make a variety of dishes using fenugreek leaves:  methi paratha , methi dal , methi pakoras etc. Aloo methi has a unique flavor and hence it stands out from other methi recipes.  Ok then let ‘s get started .

Chilli Chicken Gravy

                                                                                                       

                                             

Yes it is a non vegetarian dish this time…. An easy chili chicken recipe..Chili chicken is a popular Indo –Chinese dish. It is severed along with fried rice across the globe. Usually it is severed in the dry form as an appetizer. Here I have added some gravy to the dish. Chili chicken usually calls for frying the marinated chicken by adding color.Being a bit health conscious didn’t go for frying and coloring J J…. Instead the marinated chicken is cooked with the added sauces making it very juicy and tender. You don’t add any Maida as we are not frying it.   As you take a bite you get a combination of added sauces which will have the flavours of a hot and sweet mixture. Will soon update the dry fried version. . Ok then let’s get started.

Lemon Rasam

                                                               

Hello everyone I am back with my next post.  Thanks for all the positive feedback and hope you will be continuing the same.

This time it’s completely different.  Its a side dish for rice and its vegetarian. You can also serve this as a soup. Its Rasam !!! with a twist . Yes you guessed it right here we use lemon instead of tamarind (puli/imli) and no need for Rasam powder.  We can’t imagine a South Indian thali without Rasam. We have all kinds of Rasams like Tomato Rasam, Parippu Rasam (dal), Garlic Rasam etc. Lemon Rasam is entirely different.   Our little one loves this like anything. OMG she loves all tangy things. So I nicked named her as Puluppi … she won’t show any tantrums when I tell her  its Lemon Rasam for lunch.  She just gulps it…  Go grab the ingredients let’s get started.