Sesame Crusted Tofu Salad with Broccoli and Bell Pepper | Indian Tofu Recipes

I could use all the protein I get from vegetarian dishes since DH is a pure vegetarian. Tofu is a great source of vegetarian protein, hence I am always in the lookout for more Tofu Recipes. I have started experimenting with substitution method for recipes. This recipe here is which I have tried with potatoes from Sailu's space a couple of years ago. It stuck me, why not try tofu in this. And so I arrived at this tasty delight. I am linking this up for Vegan Thursdays.Ingredients:Adapted from Sailu's recipeServes - 2-3Broccoli - 1 crown - precooked/steamed for about 2 mins  Red Bell Pepper - 1Red pepper flakes - 1/2 tspExtra firm Tofu...

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Vazhakkai Varuval / Plantain Fry | Indian Side Dishes

Vazhakkai is not something that is frequently featured in my kitchen. I pick this humble vegetable rarely when I go shopping and when I pick it goes for making bajjis (batter coated fritters).  This time I thought I would cook something other than bajjis and to please a bajji lover at home I made this simple fry. Also check out my Vazhakkai Podimas which I had made earlier.Ingredients:Plantain / Vazhaikai - 1Chilli powder - 1 tspTurmeric powder - 1/4 tspGinger Garlic paste - 1 tspAsafoetida - 1/4 tspSalt - to tasteWater - a few teaspoonsMethod:Cut the ends of the plantain and peel the skin. Cut into two and drop into boiling water and cook...

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Bottle Gourd Sambar / Suraikai Sambar | Sambar Recipes

Looking at my Menu Page I found that I hadn't posted the famous south-Indian Sambar recipe. Sambar features almost at least once in a week in our home for rice and the day I make idlis. Though I make this way sometimes, most frequently I follow the simple Pressure cooker method (recipe coming soon). If you are looking for a basic sambar recipe, I bet you will love this. Ingredients:Toor Dhal - 1 cupOnion - 1 cupTomato - 1Bottle gourd - 1 cup - cubedTamarind - size of half a lemon - juice extracted to make 1 cupOil - 1 tbspMustard seeds - 1 tspUrad dhal - 1 tspCurry leaves - 5Sambar powder - 1 1/2 tsp (I used Madras Sambar powder)Turmeric...

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Simple tomato rice | Indian Rice Recipes

Tomatoes are in abundant this summer. I am in summer vegetables indulgence spree and tomatoes are one of them. This simple tomato rice is another one of DH's recipe. It is an easy to make rice recipe (a true bachelor version) with tomatoes and other simple spices available in the pantry. Ingredients:Serves - 2Basmati Rice - 1 cup (1 1/2 rice cooker cup)Tomatoes - 4 ripeOnion - 1/2Cloves - 3Cinnamon - 1" pieceGinger Garlic paste - 1 tspTurmeric powder - 1/4 tspGaram masala - 1/4 tspChilli powder - 1 tsp (Use 1-1/2 tsp if using kashmiri chilli powder)Oil - 1 tbspSalt - to tasteMethod:Cook rice and spread in a plate to cool. Heat oil in...

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Kothamalli Thuvayal / Coriander Chutney for Rice | Indian Chutney Recipes

I picked up three bunches of coriander leaves on my grocery shopping last time because they were on sale. Firstly, it is one of my favorite herbs, secondly, It is summer and the fresh herbs are in abundant and I reckon I should use it to the fullest. This is a simple thovayal recipe, a great side for rice. Substitute cilantro with curry leaves or mint leaves. The recipe works great for those too.Ingredients:Coriander leaves / Cilantro - 1 bunchGrated Coconut - 1/4 cupUrad dhal - 1 1/2 tspCoriander Seeds - 1 tspCumin seeds - 1/2 tspGarlic - 2 big cloves - halvedDry Red Chillies - 5Tamarind - size of a small gooseberryOil - 2 tspMethod:Heat oil...

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Sweet Potato Fry | Indian Side Dishes

Grandma used to make little dumplings with boiled sweet potatoes with grated coconut and ghee for use for evening snack. That was the only way I had sweet potatoes until I started cooking. I started incorporating it in parathas, baked chips with them and my recent favorite is this simple stir fry. It is a little on a sweeter side, so would make a good side for a spicy main course.Ingredients:Serves - 2Sweet potato - 1 medium - cut into 1/2" piecesSalt - to tasteCumin powder - 1/2 tspChilli powder - 1/2 tsp - 1 tsp (based on spice level)Oil - 2 tbspMethod:Heat oil in a pan and add the cut sweet potato pieces. Mix and fry for about 10 minutes mixing...

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Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake

Rich, moist and very chocolaty. I like that the ingredients are always inmy pantry, so I can make it anytime.It's a from scratch cake that'sjust as easy to make as using a mix.A bundt cake is always so impressive looking.No complicated measurements or ingredients.First: If you don't have buttermilk,put 1T vinegar in a cup and add enoughmilk to measure 1 C. Set aside.(I never have buttermilk in the house.)Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl.Add the wet ingredients and mix well. This recipe only uses 2 eggs. I like that too.Mix in the 1 C of hot water and vanilla last.The batter will be very thin. Pour into a prepared(baking...

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Mushroom Briyani | Indian Rice Recipes

Mushroom is another one of my favorite vegetables and I don't fail to pick up a packet when I go to the store. In fact, my blog also has quite a few mushroom recipes. It is most versatile and can be used in omelets, frittatas, casseroles, curries, pizza topping and in briyanis.  This is a basic briyani recipe with a simple spice paste which can be used for vegetable or chicken biryani as well.Ingredients:Serves - 2Brown Basmati Rice / White Basmati Rice - 1 cup (1 1/2 in rice cooker cup)Mushroom - 5 oz / 150gOnion - 1 cup - thinly slicedGinger garlic paste - 1 1/2 tspOil - 2 tbspMint leaves - a fewMake a paste:Green chilli - 2...

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Guacamole

Guacamole is a favorite dip for chips or a yummy spread for bread/burritos and is an indispensable part of the Mexican cuisine. As a part of Vegan Thursdays this month here is a simple yet scrumptious recipe for guacamole.  Ingredients:Ripe Avocado - 1 bigRed Onions - chopped - 2 tbspTomato - chopped - 2 tbspJalapenos - chopped - 1 tspCilantro - leaves from 4 twigs - choppedLime - 1Salt - to tasteMethod:Cut the avocado lengthwise around the pit. Twist one half to separate the halves. Remove the pit with the help of a knife or spoon. Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and mash with a fork. Add the other ingredients and...

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie | Summer Drinks

Strawberry and Banana is a delightful combo isn't it? Strawberry giving the sweet and slightly tangy flavour wonderfully masks yet complements the banana's taste. I love this combo and have tried it in a number of different ways, the most frequent one is this smoothie. You can really play around with the proportion of the fruits-yogurt-milk and still end up with a great tasting smoothie.Ingredients:Serves - 2Strawberries - 6 or 8Banana - 1 bigGreek Yogurt - 3/4 cupMilk - 1 cupSugar / Any sweetener of your choice - 4 tspMethod:Blend all the ingredients until smooth. Serve chilled garnished with strawberries and a drizzle of melted chocolate.Linking...

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