Vegetarian and Vegan Food Blog
If you love creamy hazelnut – chocolate as much as we do, you must give this yummy recipe a try on Valentine’s Day. You and your sweetheart won’t be disappointed, I promise. The combination of Nutella and strawberry is simply delicious. Strawberry Nutella Panini is incredibly simple to prepare! [Read more…]
Chole bhature is a North Indian dish that is liked by people of all origins. It is composed of a spiced chickpeas (chole) and soft, puffy, deep-fried bread (bhatura). Although chole is made using different methods in various parts of India, this is made using the typical North Indian way.
This is my family’s go-to one dish meal when we don’t really feel like cooking something intricate but still want something tasty and filling to satisfy our food cravings! [Read more…]
Did you ever think about giving a gourmet twist to your sandwiches? Stack up sun-dried tomatoes, smoked mozzarella slices and basil on bread slices, grill them to smoky perfection and you are ready to enjoy sandwiches at their gourmet best within minutes. While my hubby and kids prefer fresh tomatoes, my taste buds have a special love for tangy-sweet flavors of sun-dried tomatoes. They pair perfectly with the herbal essence of the basil and bold flavors of cheese to create a sandwich [Read more…]
The healthy combination of nutrients from the veggies and fibers from the whole-wheat pita breads in this typical Greek dish will definitely woo the health buffs. Though this salad is so flavorsome and filling that one doesn’t really need to be a health conscious person to fall in love with it. The facts that it hardly takes 10 minutes to get ready and is portable make it more desirable to the mass. [Read more…]
Baking brings out the best in potatoes but they aren’t really ideal when serving to entertain. So some yummy toppings are which adds a touch of extravagance to these simple spuds. I often heap my baked potatoes with simple toppings like sour cream, green onion and cheese which blend with the mellowing, fluffy potato flesh to create a divine gastronomic experience. However, other toppings like veggies, raisins, sunflower seeds [Read more…]
Are you tired of burritos yet can’t get over your love for Mexican food? Mexican veggie tortilla tower is worth a shot! This burrito with a twist calls for the same classic ingredients served in a whole new way. The stacked-up tortillas, separated by delicious toppings like veggies, beans and salsa make a great visual treat. The gooey, melted cheese on top adds to its wonder and turns the ensemble into a visual treat. It’s particularly loved by [Read more…]
Who doesn’t heart a comforting treat of mac and cheese? My kids are not an exception either! The plain flavors of this classic pasta dish have its own gastronomic appeal, but few add-ons give it a yummier makeover! A dash of tomato-laced ragu sauce works wonder to the pasta and my kids gobbled up this version of macaroni and cheese in no time! The freshness of the basil and the crunchy outer crust complemented the tart sauce and made the ensemble taste yummier. [Read more…]
This dish is all about freshness, simplicity and a mélange of flavors. The tangy tomatoes, aromatic basil and the mellow kalamata olives teams up with the bow-tie pasta to bring out the authentic Italian essence in this dish. My kids are in love with its vibrant colors while I’m bowled over by its simplicity! After all its one of those few pasta dishes which calls for minimal cooking. Simply toss the ingredients together and this pasta salad is ready to please everyone. [Read more…]
Born in the Mumbai streets, Pav Bhaji has become one of the most raved street foods throughout India. The bhaji or coarsely mashed veggies cooked in spicy tomato gravy and served with butter-laced buns or pav is divine! It’s often the ‘go-to’ meal for the busy men in the street and never fails to comfort the taste buds with its warm spicy flavors. But what if you get a sudden pav bhaji craving and couldn’t find any pav bhaji vendor nearby? Simple, make it at home. [Read more…]
Gobi Manchurian is one of the few dishes enjoyed by every age group in my family whether we’re talking about the kids or my grandparents. Although people don’t generally like cooking for such a long period of time especially when they have other things to do; however, when making Gobi Manchurian, time flies by and you’re left there basking in the final masterpiece once it’s completely made. [Read more…]