Kheer
Recipe by:
SRECIPE
This is a popular recipe for kheer, flavoured with cardamon and rose water. Serve warm or cold. Fresh milk, rice and nuts are considered 'satvic' foods in Ayurveda. Satvic foods help balance one's doshas (subtle energies), nourish the body, the mind and ultimately, pave the way for one's spiritual evolution.
Rajasthani Mirchi bada
Imagine a giant pakora with the heat of a large green chilli, softness of potato mix, calming texture of gram flour and an explosion of spices that make you want one more!
North Indian Masala Chai
Is there a home in India that doesn't start its morning with a steaming cup of kadak chai? Or have it after dopeher ka siesta? This is my mother's recipe for masala chai. You can easily multiply the ingredients to make your monthly stash. Masala Chai goes great with paranthas, aloo tikki, samose or mithai. The peppercorns and cinnamon are great for the throat and stomach.
Chocolate Chocolate Cake
Recipe by:
JenniferB
This is our family recipe. It's incredibly rich, dense and moist. Fantastic for a special occasion or whenever you need a special chocolate treat.
Tangy Garlic Chicken
Recipe by:
Nini
Just great for the monsoons, here's a quick and easy way to make chicken after a long day at work- Just fry it in oil, then add lime juice and coriander. Experiment with adding minced chillies with the garlic for a spicy kick!
Reshmi Kebabs
Recipe by:
NITISHA
This traditional Mughlai kebab gets its name from the succulence of the meat after prolonged marinating. Use bbq or tandoor. Traditionally, chicken, beef or lamb is used, but prawns or scallops work well too.
Mango Cake
Recipe by:
Jacqui
How about using those ripe mangoes for a nice tea time cake? If you don't have buttermilk, you may substitute sour milk. Just stir 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice together with 1 cup of milk and let stand for 10 minutes.
Decadent Baklava
Recipe by:
Norma MacMillan
This Baklava recipe uses the same kind of filo pastry that's used for 'veggie or goat puffs'. It looks like samosa dough but it's crispy, light and flaky- the perfect texture for this rich, honey soaked, nut sprinkled, wildly popular middle eastern dish. It crackles as you bite but almost instantly, it just melts in your mouth.
Tamatari Anchovy Bruschetta
Recipe by:
Brenda Houghton
Enjoy this wonderful Italian snack of bread topped with a sharp, lemony anchovy paste and sweet grilled tomato. Anchovies are excellent in winter to 'heat' the body.
Garlicky Tomato Salad
Recipe by:
Azmina Govindji
Different colours and varieties of tomatoes tossed with a garlic vinaigrette, served on a bed of lettuce with pumpkin and sunflower seeds sprinkled on top. Yum!
Goan Seafood Soup
Recipe by:
Brenda Houghton
This spiced prawn soup tastes even better when you add fresh oysters. A true special occasion treat!
Walnut Cherry Pound Cake
Recipe by:
NEWGRANNY
Dotted with walnuts and cherries, this is a really rich sponge cake. Serve with tea or coffee as a snack when winter is around the corner.
Lemon Cake Filling
Recipe by:
Elaine
Use this fresh, lemon-y filling to decorate your next sponge cake. Works great as a filling for traditional lemon squares or piped into a cake sliced into half.
Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
Recipe by:
Shelley Ross
This wildly popular traditional Greek 'avegolemono' soup is fantastic for lazy weekend lunches.
Festive Date Balls
Recipe by:
NKK
Dates are ever popular for Ramadan and Eid. Start your day with these crunchy, delicious, filling balls rolled in coconut, serve them at Iftar or enjoy at the Eid feast.
Fruity Water
I made this easy drink for dinner and all my friends liked it a lot.
Punjabi Gulgule
My family in Chandigarh makes these squishy sweets on teej. All my aunts and cousins dress up in traditional salwar kameez, get mehndi done, sing, dance and then we have this big family feast. Hope you'll also enjoy them!
Dark Chocolate Coconut Pudding
Recipe by:
lovelygirl
So rich, completely satisfies your chocolate cravings and really easy to make too. Fantastic for cold monsoon evenings with a hot cup of coffee. Enjoy!