Jackfruit Curry (Kathal Curry)

Jackfruit Curry (Kathal Curry)

Jackfruit, a versatile treat from nature, is famous all across the world. Raw Jackfruit is considered as vegetarian meat and when this dish is cooked properly, it is one of the finest and richest curries in the world. Jackfruit is a low in calorie, full of fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. My childhood is filled [...]

Tom Kha Soup (Vegetarian Thai Coconut Soup)

Tom Kha Soup (Vegetarian Thai Coconut Soup)

It is that lovely time of the year, when mostly everyone is coughing, sneezing and sniffling everywhere you go. It comes to us all at some stage, and we are no exception! It started with my son, then me and now my husband. This week has been dark and gloomy with all the rain throughout [...]

Lima Bean Curry (Vaal or Butter Bean Curry)

Lima Bean Curry (Vaal or Butter Bean Curry)

January certainly flew faster than expected! We had traveled to India for two weeks, during Uttarayan (Makar Sankranti aka Kite festival). We spent majority of our time in Ahmedabad, which is one of the largest cities in India and it is the first UNESCO world heritage city of the country. Ahmedabad is famous for its [...]

Chinese long bean curry (Chawli subzi)

Chinese long bean curry (Chawli subzi)

Chinese long beans (Chawli) curry is traditional Gujarati dish that is very simple and requires very minimal ingredients. The spices used in this recipe are very basic and found in every Indian household pantry. If you need a quick, healthy curry to serve with roti or dal rice, then I highly recommend this dish. This [...]

Masoor Dal Fry (Spiced Lentil Soup)

Masoor Dal Fry (Spiced Lentil Soup)

Dal (daal or dhal) is one of the most versatile, healthy, filing, and delicious meals. Dal translates to pulses (dried legumes that include beans, lentils, and peas), but when referred to in the context of food it means a spiced Indian lentil soup. Dal can be made thick or thin, with any kind of lentil. [...]