Tag: Indian cuisine

dessert

Lauki / Dudhi Ka Halwa

Lauki ka halwa (bottle gourd/ opo squash pudding), also known as doodhi ka halwa is a very delightful and simple to make Indian dessert. Many people do not like the taste of lauki,  but the taste of lauki halwa is absolutely delicious. Moreover, lauki is a very nutritious vegetable.  This halwa can be easily made as a sweet dish on any day or during Hindu fasting days.

indian bread

Kuttu Pooris (Buckwheat Flat Bread – Fried)

During the celebrations of Navratri (and some other festivals), devotees fast. Throughout this fasting period, people consume Kuttu (buckwheat). According to Hindu mythology, it is a strict NO for consuming grains during Navratri. Hence pseudo cereals such as kuttu or Singhara Ka atta(water caltrop/ chestnut) are consumed during this time. I have tried this recipe multiple times. It’s always so yummy. It’s so simple and uses few ingredients we have in our pantry.

Rice

jafarani Pulao Or Saffron Rice

This is a perfect recipe when you need something to impress. This dish, famous in the Awadhi cuisine, is infused with the rich and unique flavors of saffron and nuts. Saffron also gives the rice a beautiful color.

Side, Snacks

Singhara Atta Pakoras

This recipe is good for fasting times, easy to make. Made with flour, vegetables and served with dhai, tea it’s a complete meal, protein carb,and vegetables. I believe if you always try to eat protein, carbs, fat , and fiber. Then My mind will be happy and we will always be satisfied . Try this tip in your everyday planning meal.

Lentil, Side, Snacks

Kanji Vada ( Moong dal pakora)

At the start of spring season, the festival of Holi or sometimes called festival of color  is incomplete without some scrumptious dishes shared with family and friends. Kanji Vada is one such dish that is savored during the festival. It is a spicy drink made with spices such as mustard seeds, asafoetida, red chili etc, served along with vada made from moong dal. It is fermented, sour, tangy and spicy at once, is an excellent probiotic, good for health and can easily be made at home.

dessert

Aloo Ka Halwa

Aloo halwa is unique and is a starch and carbs-rich dessert, typically prepared in winter and consumed during fasts like Shivratri or Navratri to provide necessary energy required by the body. It can be prepared for any occasion and celebration ritual.

If you are looking for food options during the upcoming Navratri, It is an excellent dish to prepare.