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Madras Kheema Curry

March 30, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

Keema or Kheema Curry is a robust, peppery curry dish made with minced chicken or lamb cooked with earthy spices! It’s not the most well known dish, but to the people who’ve eaten this curry in Chennai know it’s worth. Serve this with dosa, idli or appam. Enjoy a blissful meal.

If you’re like me and yearn to cook something different, hearty, homemade and comforting food with the thought of eating something to warm up your senses in any weather then this is just the excuse to stroke that indulgence.

Kheema is a traditional Indian dish made of spiced ground meat, usually combined with peas or potatoes. Usually made with chicken or lamb, however it’s also great with ground turkey or beef. This dish however is inspired by a recipe that was written in my diary twenty years ago. It was called Madras Style Chicken Kurma that called for whole chicken….

Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage butter sauce

March 20, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

I am so excited to share this Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Browned Butter Sage sauce from my friend’s Adam and Ryan’s Husbands That Cook: More Than 120 Irresistible Vegetarian Recipes and Tales from Our Tiny Kitchen. This gnocchi is so flavorful and comforting, with a Southwest twist. Pan fried until crispy and tossed in a savory browned butter and sage sauce, these pillows are soft and so good. Then best, it’s quite simple to make. It will be a winner with everyone.

I have had the pleasure of getting to know Adam and Ryan over the past few years thanks to IG. They both are just the kindest people I know. Their food is comforting and is accessible everyday food. You can see for yourself if you visit their blog, Husbands that Cook. So, when they came out with their book, I was beyond thrilled and happy for them. Congrats on your beautiful book!

There are so many recipes that I can’t wait to try. Their unique twist on a Sweet potato gnocchi gave me all the feels, and I was just itching to make it!! I did, and LOVED IT. They have a wonderful Sweet and Salt CAke that I can’t wait to make. Then there’s the Yuca con mojo. Their moo shu vegetable lettuce wraps with peanut sauce is so much fun to whip up, and very versatile. Are you intrigued yet?…

Gujiya Pie – Modern take on the traditional

March 17, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

Gujiya Pie, a modern take on a beloved Indian treat. Gujiya or deep fried hand pies are a quintessential treat for Diwali and Holi. Gujiya Pie is a unique treat that is easy to make and impressive for a party or take to a potluck.

One of the most awaited festivals and celebrated throughout India is Holi. Holi is celebrated in India by the people to get rejuvenated after the months of winter season. People meet, hug, share sweet, play with color, visit their homes together, eat delicious foods, wear new clothes. It a nice way to form a bond, re kindle friendships and camaraderie. It brings out the child in everyone.

It’s a tradition that dates back millenniums. It is the greatest festival of Hindus indicates the triumph of good over evil. It’s a festival that is celebrated over two days and marks the beginning of spring….

bitter gourd curry/Paavakai Kozhumbu

March 9, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

This bitter gourd curry is everything: tangy, spicy, sweet and sour and umami of flavors. Bitter gourd is also known as karela, paavakai, kakarakaya and more, is quite infamous for it’s bitterness. A vegetable that is not liked by many has a ton of nutrients and healing properties. This is the only way I can eat the bittergourd curry and you will love it too.

I would sit for hours and not touch this paavakai kozhumbu. Dad would be right by my side, looking at me and coaxing me to at least try it. Mum has already cleared out the table. We both, dad and I were adamant. He wanted me to eat a little and I didn’t have it. Mum would tell daddy, “it’s okay if she doesn’t want to eat it”. He would respond, she needs to at least try it. An hour and few mins in, he gets tired and realizes his little girl is a little bit more adamant than he is. After all who’s daughter is she and “I told you to leave her” was the look dad got from a smug faced mom:)….

Eggless Chocolate Sesame Yogurt Cake

March 6, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

This truly is The Best Eggless Chocolate Cake Ever, and add sesame to it and it’s the best eggless chocolate sesame cake! The cake is supremely tender, moist, and bursting with a rich chocolate flavor with a rich nutty touch. Perfect for dinner parties, craving days or any celebration.

I am a sucker for simple flavors, attainable bakes and classic combos.

Simplicity. Especially being a food blogger, I used to get lost sometimes in the hoopla of creating creative and fancy food. Simplicity is somewhat forgotten. I’m always puzzled when I get asked to make a chocolate cake or white chocolate tres leches for birthdays and dinner parties. I fully respect the fancy food but I’ve come to see that people love simplicty(most of the time), and I love to create it with all my heart. I found this recipe few years ago written in my diary which was copied from my mom’s book and have always followed it. It hasn’t ever disappointed me….

Healthy Quinoa Granola

March 3, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

This really is the best healthy granola recipe! It’s quick and easy to make, naturally sweetened with (just a little) maple syrup, and so flavorful and delicious. Healthy Quinoa Granola is our new favorite.

Granola is always a huge hit in my house. My boys love stirring it into their froyos, my husband loves snacking on it at work and I love sprinkling it on top of my Greek yogurt.

I have been on a little bit of a health kick of late. I’ve completely kicked out sugar from my routine, trying more healthy stuff that is whole and natural. To be honest, I’ve always been a healthy eater. I believe in eating everything in moderation. But, if you could swap some good stuff in your regular meals and snacks, why not?! In fact I enjoy some of the whole grains more than the less nutritious counterpart….

Cauliflower Rice Balls/Arancini – Indian inspired

February 28, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

Make the most of leftover rice and transform into a delicious dish. This easy, healthy Italian inspired recipe for Cauliflower rice balls/Arancini (Rice Balls) mixed with cheese, potatoes, cauliflower is a meal in one.

I wanted a perfect ending. I’ve learned, the hard way, that some poems don’t rhyme, and some stories don’t have a clear beginning, middle and end. Life is about not knowing, leaning into change, taking the moment and making the best of it without knowing what’s going to happen next. Delicious Ambiguity.
– Gilda Radner

I didn’t grown knowing Italian cuisine. When I first moved to San Francisco, my food and content was tailored to how my “former life” was, living with parents and family who loved and created the most amazing Indian dishes. Slowly, the Italian, American shows graced my regular television. Adding cheese to the unexpected, creating something new and changing direction can be daunting, but it’s also the best. While keeping my roots intact….

Loaded Vegetable Skillet Enchilada

February 18, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

Amazing vegetarian enchiladas stuffed with black beans, squash, corn and topped with red sauce and cheese. My favorite vegetable enchilada recipe and it’s my shortcut method that is a winner of a meal.

I’ve been on a roasted vegetable kick lately. I’ve made a omelettes, it goes in my burgers and now these enchiladas. For this recipe, I used yellow squash, corn and garlic. I also mixed in black beans for protein and jalapeño, cilantro, and spices for flavor. I am forever looking for short cut methods and veggie options for weeknight dinners that can satisfy my carnivore loving little bear. This fits the bill. Also a double whammy, because it comes together in no time….

Churro French Toast Sandwich

February 12, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

In my opinion these are the next best thing to Churros . These Churro french Toast Sandwiches are easy for anyone to make and is impressive. They’re crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside and they have a flavor no one can resist!

Who doesn’t love churros? Everyone loves them. From scratch, even better.

The next best thing are these French Toast Churros sandwiches that I stuffed with Hazelnut spread and Peanut butter-jelly.

A few days ago, my little one asked me what I wanted for valentines and I said, “nothing much my dear.” But, chocolate would be good. Then he goes on to ask, “do you have a recipe on your blog that is simple one, so I can make it for you…”? Which was too sweet of him. He wanted to make churros for me(partly because he was craving it:)….

Basic Eggless Waffles

February 8, 2019 By Asha Shivakumar

These Basic Eggless Waffles are easy to make, with simple ingredients you likely have on hand! They’re perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They taste like the real thing!

We make waffles almost every week. Every kind of waffles you can think of. At any given moment, you will find frozen waffles in my freezer. So, it wasn’t a surprise to anyone when we named our rescue pup Waffles:).

You can find fancy party Waffles to fun colorful Belgian Waffles, to savory Waffles on the blog.

I can’t believe I haven’t shared this Eggless Waffles recipe with you before!! One of the most requested on instagram. These waffles are a staple around our house. I make them so often that I can almost do it with my eyes closed….