Kitchen Matters

While eating out is the most popular activity, learning to cook does not seem to be so of late. In fact, it also does not seem to feature among the top-five resolutions. If you are among the health conscious, who plan to eat healthy this…

Bhindi fry is an easy to make tasty dish. Indian style cooked okra with lot of different spice powder. It is very easy and quick to make semi-dry kind of subzi.  Ingredients Ladyfingers (bhindi) 500 grams, Oil 4 tablespoons, Cumin seeds…

Pav bhaji is a favorite fast food dish in India. Pav is buns and bhaji is the mixed spicy vegetables. This is a very popular dish with roadside vendors. Recipe will serve 4 Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 cups…

Adopting healthy cooking habits is the most important ingredient in the recipe of optimal health. It increases the amount of nutrients and decreases the toxic substances we ingest. Considering the focus of health changing from the survival…

Gajar (Carrot) Halwa also known as gajrala is a traditional Punjabi dessert made with carrots and milk. Gajar Halwa is delicious warm or cold. Ingredients 1 kg carrot, 4 tbsp ghee, 1 ltr milk, 250 grams sugar, 1/2 tsp cardamom…

Peda is a popular Indian sweet that is traditionally made with khoya/mava or evaporated milk.  Ingredients 1-1/2 cups of milk powder, 400 grams Condensed milk, 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder, 1/4 cup butter or ghee, melted, A few…

This is a flavorful and exotic side dish prepared with stuffing capsicum with spicy potato. Ingredients 2 mashed potatoes, 1 tbsp boiled green peas, 2 tbsp chopped onions, 3 tbsp grated paneer (cottage cheese), 1 1/2 tbsp…

Make Softer Rotis While kneading the dough to make rotis or parathas, add lukewarm to hot water instead of cold water. This will make softer chappatis. You can also add some freshly crumbled homemade paneer for extra…

Hectic work schedules have increased stress levels (which, in turn, has led to disturbed sleep), unhealthy dietary habits such as eating either too much or too less, and, more often than not, not spending enough time to eat well. Smoking…

On a weekday evening, we make our way to ITC Gardenia to get a taste of some authentic Rajasthani cuisine that has been specially-curated by the chef Akshraj Jodha, executive chef at ITC Windsor, who is the 14th descendant of Rao Akheraj of…

While good skin relies on great skin care, a healthy diet rich in nutrients also plays a part. While aging is a natural process that we can’t avoid, fighting off wrinkles can look and taste quite well. Wrinkles are primarily caused…

This is the favorite thing (for many) to eat a big bowl of on a drafty, winter weeknight (yes, oversized pajamas are involved). Consider it less of a recipe, and more of an idea for how you can get a cozy, warming bowl of green…

I've always loved the flavor of ginger. Spicy and pungent, it is delicious in tea form and almost completely cuts the bitterness of vegetables in fresh juices and smoothies (adding ginger is basically the only way I can…

Are you always running out of time when getting ready for work? Usually, the first thing we drop is breakfast. That’s where the trustworthy banana often comes in. It’s easy, portable and delicious. However, research also shows…

The year is coming towards an end, and in just about a matter of few weeks we would be entering a new year with renewed set of resolutions and promises. The world of Indian food and gastronomy saw its fair share of foodie moments that took…

Fruit Cake is a very rich cake made with lots of candied fruits, dried fruits and nuts. The richness and sweetness of the cake, makes it the best cake for special occasions. It is made especially around the holiday season…

Plastic food containers are convenient, because one can easily pack fresh food and leftovers in them both for carrying packed lunches or dinner and/or freezing them for later use. However, cleaning plastic food containers can be a…

You often must have seen relatives carrying coconut water to hospitals to meet their sick relatives. That’s because this nourishing drink forms a part of many health menus. Listed here are a few of them…. …

One of the most prominent benefits of ginger is its quality to fight cold, cough and flu. Loving the nip in the air? So are we! Winters are here in full force and like each year preparations have also begun in full swing. The…

One of the most prominent benefits of ginger is its quality to fight cold, cough and flu. Loving the nip in the air? So are we! Winters are here in full force and like each year preparations have also begun in full swing. The…

One of the most prominent benefits of ginger is its quality to fight cold, cough and flu. Loving the nip in the air? So are we! Winters are here in full force and like each year preparations have also begun in full swing. The…

One of the most prominent benefits of ginger is its quality to fight cold, cough and flu. Loving the nip in the air? So are we! Winters are here in full force and like each year preparations have also begun in full swing. The…

Cashew is a nut that is pale white in color and comes encased in a hard outer nut shell. This nut is sweetish in taste and is quite buttery. It can be eaten in many ways and tastes great in savory and sweet recipes. The…

India is home to some of the best cuisine in the world. Here’s a look at top dishes you can enjoy in various states across the country. 1. Shami Kebabs (Uttar Pradesh) Shami kebabs are one of the best dishes…

Recipe Servings: 2 Prep Time: 05 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Difficulty Level: Easy It is a little piece of nutty heaven - sweet, mild, and more gentle on the digestive system than heavily processed…

I guess there is no one who has not tasted Nutella. This chocolate hezelnut spread originated in Italy but has become popular all over India. Kids enjoy eating it with bread, chapathi and dosa. The price of this spread has…

Sabudana Aloo Tikki one more recipe for the navratri fast or vrat. sabudana aloo tikki or patties is very easy to make and does not require much effort and time, especially on days when we fast. Ingredients Sago (sabudana) soaked - 2…

Eating kiwifruit can boost your immune system and may help lower high blood pressure. Ingredients 2 cups chilled , peeled and roughly chopped kiwi, 4 tbsp chilled fresh curds (dahi), 1 cup vanilla ice-cream, 4 tbsp sugar For…

It's the winter season and if we get to eat Sarson ka Saag with Makke ki Roti then the feeling is just out of the world. Ingredients 5 cups mustard leaves (sarson ke patte), 1 1/2 cups roughly cooked spinach (palak), 2 1/2 tsp…

INGREDIENTS 150 gm jaggery Water 1½ cup wheat flour 1 tsp fennel seeds 500 ml oil Salt to taste METHOD In a saucepan, melt the jaggery in a ½ cup of water. Pour it into a large bowl and let it…