weeknight meal

Dill Daal Fry /Sabsige Soppu Dal

July 16, 2023 By Asha Shivakumar

The most flavorful vegan Dill Daal Fry aka Sabsige Soppu Daal recipe! This Karnataka recipe is fresh, flavorful and loaded with fresh dill. Perfect with Jollada roti or chapathi.

Eat your Greens, they are good for you.

The cuisine of Karnataka is known to be one of the oldest in the country comprising of flavors, different ingredients & unique techniques.

The food varies from region to region. From coconut based meat dishes of Mangalore, tangy dishes of Uttara Canara . South Karnataka is popular for the variety of rice, known as bhaath. North Karnataka food is much spicier in comparison to the other parts of Karnataka. Udupi rasam is world famous, to Navyath cuisine. Grains such as ragi, rice, jower, urad dal, semolina are some staples. Palm jaggery is also an important ingredient in Karnataka’s cuisine….

chili garlic mushrooms

September 23, 2021 By Asha Shivakumar

Chili Garlic mushrooms is a bold flavored dish that is so so so good. Serve it over noodles or fried rice, or as an appetizer, you are going to love it!

Pan seared Chili Garlic Mushrooms are a staple side in many Indian restaurants for the non meat eaters. This is a an Indo Chinese inspired dish, chili garlic noodles, I make often, a huge favorite in homes all over the world. I have figured out the chili garlic sauce works absolutely perfect in this dish. This Garlic Mushroom recipe will make any mushroom hater enjoy it.

You will love this easy and delicious 10-minute side dish that pairs with anything! Low carb and Keto approved! Use this sauce to make chili garlic noodles too:)….

Indian Veggie Quesadillas

January 20, 2020 By Asha Shivakumar

This easy Indian Veggie Quesadillas recipe is delicious and easy to make. The green chutney potatoes make for a great stuffing. SO delicious! This recipe is 100% customizable with whatever veggies you happen to have on hand. It’s also on the healthier side, quick and easy to make, and SO delicious!

One of the most requested recipes is: easy-healthy meal ideas, bachelor meals, college meals or school lunch ideas, and this is one that ticks all the boxes. Veggie quesadillas!

You can make these Indian veggie quesadillas with any leftover vegetables. They are the perfect way to empty out your crisper drawer of any leftover veggies, just make sure to use sturdy starchy veggies. Plus these veggie quesadillas are easy to make, super-delicious and healthy to boot.! All you need are some potatoes or any veggie, (I highly recommend adding a sweet potato to the mix, for extra heartiness and flavor), tortillas and cheese (whichever kinds you prefer), chutney and finally, your favorite salsa (and/or guac) for serving or a sweety chutney. Simply cook the potatoes with the chutney, assemble the quesadilla, and give them a quick sauté on the stove. Then the yummiest Mexi-Indian dinner will be yours to enjoy in no time….