Category Archives: Dals & Legumes

Kali Dal

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Pia

Finally I am back to posting new recipes after an awesome vacation back home in India traveling to 10 cities all with a little one!. While it has taken me a while to get back I am always trying out … Continue reading →

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Shami Kebab

Posted on September 29, 2009 by Pia

Bored of the same old patties or tikkis? There is solution ~ Shami Kebab Channa dal surrounded by black Channa for Shami Kebab Yes, this recipe is just amazing. I was bored of the same old aloo tikki or any … Continue reading →

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Dal ki dhokla

Posted on May 2, 2009 by Pia

What could be more healthy and easy with some left over ingredients? ~ Dal ki dhokla I love to recycle, re-use any left overs and the same goes true for my dal ki dhokla. Remember my homemade falafal recipe? It … Continue reading →

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Homemade Falafel

Posted on April 5, 2009 by Pia

I can’t believe that my baby doll turned 3 months old today. Each and every day gets more joyful as he has started to making sounds, plays and I am flattered when he gives that BIG smile when he sees … Continue reading →

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Aloo Hara Channa Gravy

Posted on March 15, 2008 by Pia

Fresh Hara Channa in it’s pod What could be more appeasing to your palate than eating fresh hara channa that is in season. Aloo, a quintessential vegetable in every household is another all time favorite for the mass. To add … Continue reading →

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Black Eyed Bean Sundal

Posted on March 13, 2008 by Pia

Black Eyed Beans Most of the beans including black eyed bean or black eyed pea are rich in soluble fiber which helps to eliminate cholesterol from the body. They are a good source of minerals such as potassium, phosphorous etc. … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Posted on February 17, 2008 by Pia

Something not Indian yet close enough ~ Stuffed Poblano Peppers Poblano Pepper Poblano pepper is a mild chili pepper but a little bit spicier than a bell pepper . This is one of the most popular peppers grown in Mexico … Continue reading →

Posted in Basmati Rice, Black Beans, Corn, Dals & Legumes, Fontina, Milk & Products, Pyaaz (Onion), Rice & Products, Vegetables | Tagged , , , | 39 Comments

Mini Katori Chaat

Posted on February 11, 2008 by Pia

Finger foods ~ Mini Katori Chaat Who said a chip has to be eaten with a dip such as salsa or guacamole? Today, I came up with my version of eating a tortilla chip the Indian way. If you are … Continue reading →

Posted in Aloo (Potato), Dals & Legumes, Hara Channa, Pyaaz (Onion), Tomato, Vegetables | Tagged , , , , | 19 Comments

Lauki Channa Dal

Posted on February 5, 2008 by Pia

Exotic Squash ~ Lauki Lauki and Channa dal Lauki or Doodhi is also known as bottle gourd. These gourds contain some amounts of Vitamins C and B complex and also a few protein varieties. They contain a lot of water … Continue reading →

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Aloo Tikki

Posted on February 3, 2008 by Pia

Aloo Tikki for SnackShots, The Potato & The Potato Fe(a)st Aloo Tikki or Potato Cutlets is one of the most popular snack dishes in India. Aloo Tikki comes under a collective group of snack items called ‘Chaat’ . In India, … Continue reading →

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Hara Channa Pulao

Posted on January 28, 2008 by Pia

My family’s favorite Pulao ~ Hara Channa (Green Chickpeas) Pulao Fresh Hara Channa (Green Chickpeas) in it’s pod Pulav or Pulao or Pilaf is usually a medley of vegetables or just a few, cooked with rice and spices. The variety … Continue reading →

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Rigatoni with legume and vegetable soup

Posted on January 25, 2008 by Pia

Humble, Satisfying & Wholesome ~ Rigatoni with legume and vegetable soup Soups are always comforting and soothing. It could be had as part of a meal or a whole meal by itself depending on it’s ingredients. I was in a … Continue reading →

Posted in Aloo (Potato), Beetroot, Broccoli, Carrots, Chole (Chickpeas), Dals & Legumes, Mushroom, Pasta, Rigatoni, Shallots, Spring Onion(Scallion), Vegetables | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Khichdi

Posted on January 8, 2008 by Pia

Comfort Food ~ Khichdi When I think of comfort food, nothing but Khichdi that comes to my mind. Growing up my Mom would make khichdi in a variety of ways including mung dal, toor dal, masoor dal and more. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Bell Pepper(Capsicum), Brown Rice, Carrots, Corn, Dals & Legumes, Mutter (Peas), Rice & Products, Swiss Chard, Toor Dal (Tuvar), Vegetables | Tagged | 12 Comments

Dal Batti

Posted on January 2, 2008 by Pia

It’s New Year and I wanted to start with a recipe that was so special to my family’s origin and none other than Dal Batti that came to my mind. Dal Batti is a wholesome Rajasthani meal. Dal, or lentil … Continue reading →

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Puri Chole

Posted on December 31, 2007 by Pia

When you think of breakfast, lunch or dinner, one dish definitely comes to mind and that is Poori or Puri. Whether it is eaten with Chole or Aloo (Potato) it always leaves wonderful feeling in our taste buds. For some … Continue reading →

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