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Grilled cheese & Coleslaw sandwich. It is an amazing sandwich which has our favourite Coleslaw filling along with indulgent cheese. Coleslaw is a side dish consisting of shredded cabbage and mayo dressing. It has a nice fresh taste and when put in between two bread slices yields an amazing sandwich to go. The non grilled version is as amazing as the grilled version and perfect for day outs.  This grilled sandwich will leave you wanting for more. Go ahead! Give it a try.  PREP TIME: 10-15 min COOK TIME:   5 min SERVES:  2-3  Level : Easy Cuisine : American Course : Snacks Recipe Notes: Pretty simple. Tags ·  Veg   Cuisine Veg Ingredients For Coleslaw Sandwich Shredded Cabbage 2 cups (I used purple cabbage) Shredded carrot 1 cup Boiled corn 1/2 cup 1 Capsicum cut into juliennes Mayonnaise 1/4th cup Vinegar 1/2 tsp Black pepper powder 1 tsp Salt as per taste Garlic seasoning 1tsp (optional) Cheese slices of your choice Bread slices of...

Patra/ Alu Wadi/ Patrode is a versatile dish that is present in various cuisines, Gujarati, Maharashtrian, and Manglorean respectively. It as amazing snack which has a unique taste. The Gram flour mixture applied between each leaf has a wonderful sweet, tangy and spicy flavor. The texture of this dish is fantastic, soft from the inside, and crispy bits on the outside. The toasted sesame adds an extra texture to whole dish. The tamarind is actually added to this dish to prevent the colocasia leaf's itchy effect on your throat. It happens to add amazing taste to the dish as well. Patrode, in Manglorean, makes use of rice flour instead of gram flour for this dish. I am yet to try this version but I am sure it will equally amazing. Make sure to leave down your comments and views.😄 PREP TIME: 15-20 minutes COOK TIME:   10-15 minutes SERVES:   2-3  Level: Medium Cuisine: Varied (Gujarati, Maharashtrian, Mangalorean) Course: Snacks Tags ·  Veg   Cuisine Veg Ingre...

Peanut Satay Ramen. Yet another piping hot bowl of Ramen, a Thai one this time though. This bowl of ramen has a creamy, perfectly thick texture to it. The nutty flavor from the peanuts is not at all overpowering but heavenly. It definitely tastes Thai enough to make you feel you cooked something authentic. The spice from the chili-infused oil gives that extra oomph to this bowl of noodle soup. The broth is simmered with vegetables to get an amazing blend of flavors. Traditionally made with pork or any other meat and chicken stock, this is a vegetarian yet equally amazing recipe for Peanut Satay Ramen.  Ramen is amazing, full of flavors, and a very inspiring type of food. The art of making a good enough bowl of Ramen requires love and dedication. Some also think it has a very strict set of rules. The only thing strict about ramen is getting all the components well blended with each other, the noodles, the broth, the flavorings, the toppings all these components when well...

Katori Chaat is an amazing, lip smacking snack recipe that will leave you mind blown! It has the perfect combination of wonderful textures and flavours. From crispy edible "katoris" to soft potato- chana filling and tangy, sweet tamarind chutney to spicy, "chatpati" green chutney along with other spices, this dish a like flavour explosion in your mouth. The only time consuming part for this dish is making the katoris, but guess what they have great shelf life and hence can be made at once and used multiple times to make this fantastic recipe. It's fun too! The whole process of making your own katoris and having them in the end. It gives a sense of excitement and satisfaction. Do give it a try and leave comments down below. Share if you like the recipe! PREP TIME: 30 minutes   COOK TIME:      30 minutes SERVES:  2-4  Level : Medium Cuisine :  Indian Course :  Snacks Recipe Notes:  Be careful while frying the katoris, it might seem ...

Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a sauce originated between France and Italy made from a white roux (All-purpose Flour Paste) and milk. It has a wonderfully creamy texture and has depth of flavors. It is one of the most versatile kind of Italian sauces. There are so many variations for the same as well. It is also known as the mother of Italian Sauces. This recipe has a little different touch of mine. Trust me it is an amazing sauce and compliments your pasta really well. It can be used to make cheese burst pizza, Au Gratin (Baked veg), and many more dishes that call for Bechamel or White Sauce. With perfect consistency, you can win a trip to Italy. It is so creamy and wonderful, you will indulge in it's flavors. Do give it a shot and let me know in the comment sections how it goes. PREP TIME: 5-10 minutes COOK TIME:  20-30 minutes    SERVES:   2-3  Level : Medium Cuisine : Italian Course : Sauces Recipe Notes: Make sure to whisk the sauce continuou...

Khandvi, also known as Patuli, Dahivadi or Suralichi Vadi, is a savory snack in Maharashtrian cuisine as well as in Gujarati cuisine of India. It consists of yellowish, tightly rolled bite-sized pieces and is primarily made of gram flour and yogurt. The making process for this dish is very exciting and the results prove it's worth it. Not much time consuming but does require dedication. The intricate work is beautiful to look at, you wouldn't want to have it at first. Have it though, it's delicious. Give this recipe a try. PREP TIME: 5-10 minutes COOK TIME:  20-30 minutes SERVES:  4-5 people  Level : medium Cuisine : Indian (Gujarati) Course : Starters Recipe Notes: Make sure after the batter is cooked, you work fast to spread it evenly on the plates. Tags ·  Veg   Cuisine Veg Ingredients For Khandvi FOR KHANDVI:- Gram flour (besan) 1 cup Curd 1 cup Water 2 cups Green chilli paste 1 tsp Ginger paste 1 tsp Asafoetida 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder 1/2 t...

Chilli Garlic Paratha. Paratha's are a very famous and well eaten type of flatbread in India. It is made in so many different variations. From plain paratha to filling it with vegetable or meat stuffing, you name it and a Paratha is something that can be made out if it. It is a glorious invention for us Indians as it is such an amazing way of incorporating our "Roti and Sabzi"  into one single dish.  Mother's all over india like to stuff the prepared vegetables into parathas so that is easier to convince others to have them, because c'mon who can resist a paratha. Here I have a paratha, which resembles our very own favourite Garlic Bread. The ingredients are almost same, but the cooking technique is way easier and unique in its own way. Give it a try, you won't regret it. PREP TIME: 10-15 minutes COOK TIME:   5-10 minutes  Level : Medium Cuisine : Indian Course : Main Recipe Notes: Make sure to cook the paratha on a high flame. This is to ensure a...

Indian Green Curry, just a fancy name to a 5 min "aamti" that is best for when you have no vegetables available at hand or want to cook something quick to go with your plain rice or Roti.  The preparation is quite similar to that of Thai green curry but a way simpler version. It tastes so amazing, it will be your quick fix to hassle free cooking in no time. With such less ingredients and not much time to spare, you can make an amazing bowl of curry for yourself. It has a versatile flavour that goes well with both Roti and Rice. This used to be my mom's special recipe that she prepared everytime I was in no mood of having anything else when I was younger. She just had to say the name and I was ready to have it anytime. Go ahead give it a try! PREP TIME: 5 minutes COOK TIME:   5 minutes   SERVES:  3-4  Level : Easy   Cuisine : Veg Course :   Main Recipe Notes: Make sure to make a fine paste and add water to thin it down before adding to ...

Biang Biang Noodles, traditionally called Biang Biang Mian is a traditional dish of Shaanxi Province from Northwestern China. Shaanxi cuisine is famous for its amazing noodle dishes. They are to die for. They are so tempting even to look at, you would want to try all of them.  “Biang” actually is an Onomatopoeia word describing the sound when the noodles smashing against the board (especially when smashing against stainless steel board). The word "Biang" is also the most difficult word to write. But, I bet to make them is not as hard. The satisfaction of making your own noodles, that too hand-pulled is a different kind of joy. Making noodles from scratch is fun and adds an element of satisfaction to your prepared meal.  I will put down a YouTube link for a better understanding of the process: Biang Biang Noodles  or for the whole science behind it and an amazing recipe in the end,  click here PREP TIME: 20-30 minutes COOK TIME:      15-20 minutes SERVE...

Not much introduction to this one. Gracious Heaven it is. That's it.  One amazing recipe for Choco Lava Cake. Enjoy! PREP TIME: 5-10 minutes COOK TIME:  2-3 minutes SERVES:   3  Level: Easy Course: Dessert or anytime :) Recipe Notes:  Tags ·  Veg   Cuisine Veg Ingredients For Choco Lava Cake 1/2 cup Wheat Flour 3 Tbsp Cocoa Powder 1 pinch salt 1/4 tsp Baking Soda 1/3 cup Sugar (you can directly use granulated sugar) 1/2 cup water 2 Tbsp Oil 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 Tbsp Lemon Juice Chocolate chunks according to your liking  HOW TO MAKE CHOCO LAVA CAKE Grease 3 small microwaveable bowls with oil and keep aside. Sift all the dry ingredients together. Mix all the wet ingredients together. Mix both wet and dry ingredients and pour in your bowls. Fill only half of the bowls to prevent overflowing. Place in the chocolate chunks and cover with a little bit of batter. Microwave for 2-3 minutes or until knife or toothpick comes out clean from the s...

Roti Chaat is a simple and easy recipe for when you crave that chaat goodness. It is perfect for wh en you want a quick fix for your hunger. Roti is always available in most homes and when you can turn it into such an amazing snack, trust me you will love it. It has that perfect crisp from the fried roti pieces that signify chaat to its best. The perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors is a treat for anyone's tastebuds. Freshness from juicy, crunchy vegetables provides an explosion in your mouth. All the textures from this snack complement each other well and the result is to die for.  Once you try this recipe, you'll never go back from whipping it up whenever you're hungry and crave something "chatpata". It is so easy and fast to make that anyone can cook it. It is a must-try recipe. PREP TIME: 10-15 minutes COOK TIME:   10-15 minutes   SERVES:    3-4  Level:   Easy Cuisine:  Indian Course: Snacks Recipe Notes: Fry the Rotis on a m...

Spring rolls is an amazing indo-chinese dish that is loved by all. It has that perfect crisp from the wrappers and a flavourful filling that triggers your taste buds.  It is named as "Spring rolls"after the colours from the vegetable filling that signifies the Spring season. The scenary is filled with beautiful colors of nature during this time and the weather is perfect to have a hot, fried snack. The fact that vegetables available during this season are fresh and have amazing quality also cater to the name itself. The vegetables are cooked just perfect to provide that slight crunchy texture and are infused with the flavors of chinese sauces.  This time consuming recipe might test your patience but will keep you well engaged and the result is a treat for your own self. It is totally worth it and should be given a try. PREP TIME: 20-30 minutes COOK TIME:      20-30 minutes SERVES:   2-3   Level : Moderate Cuisine : Chinese Course : Sta...

Cholle Kulche is a North Indian street food that is served with amazing chickpeas in bread style. It has an amazing 'chaat' flavor that soothes your tastebuds. It is a to go style street food and is amazing to have on the go.  It is very easy to make and is just perfect for that chaat craving. Do give it a shot. Trust me you'll not regret it. PREP TIME: 10-15 min COOK TIME:      5 min SERVES:  3-4  Level : Easy Cuisine : Indian Course : Snacks Recipe Notes : Prepare chickpeas a night before cooking day. Tags ·  Veg   Cuisine Veg Ingredients For CHOLLE KULCHE Cholle (Chickpeas) 1 cup - soak overnight. Finely chopped onions 1/2 cup Finely chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup Finely chopped coriander  Tamarind pulp 1 Tbsp Green chili paste 3-5 green chillies Chaat masala 1 Tsp Garam masala 1 Tsp Red chilli powder 1 Tsp Coriander (dhaniya) powder 1/2 Tsp Salt as per taste Lemon juice Burger bun or pav (bread) or kulcha HOW TO MAKE CHOLL...

Shoyu Ramen is a Soy Sauce based Ramen which is made with different Japanese sauces and Chicken broth. Here, I have a quick and easy vegetarian version, perfect for cold weathers when you crave that piping hot bowl of noodle soup. The broth is light and umami, you cannot reisist. Springy and chewy noodles have a delightful texture that give a different level of satisfaction. This recipe will touch your soul and you'ld want to make it again and again. This is not how you would make it classically. Some ingredients have been changed due to differences in availability, but the technique is pretty similar. The broth needs to be simmered with all the ingredients to infuse flavour to it's extreme. Classic Shoyu broth calls for Chicken, Kombu (a type of seawood that provides umami flavour), fresh or dehydrated Shitake mushrooms, Sake, Mirin, Miso paste, etc. The toppings also vary. They consist of soft boiled egg, fish cake, shredded nori (again a seaweed) chashu pork, etc....

Eggless Chocolate Cake (Icing Without Cream Or Butter) Recipe Chocolate Cake is a favorite recipe for people of all ages. It is a classic birthday time cake but is not limited to only special occasions. You can have a sudden craving at any time. Won't it be better if you could bake some amazing cake for yourself at any time? Guess what? It's made with all easily available ingredients and is eggless too!  This is a recipe for an indulgent chocolate cake to make for yourself at home for times when you crave that chocolaty goodness. It has icing that does not call for any kind of cream icing or buttercream icing. It is so indulgent that you would not want to stop. Moist soft cake with chocolaty icing is a treat for yourself that is needed to be offered. This Chocolate Cake is so indulgent and heavenly, it's perfect for your chocolate cake cravings. The icing is perfect and the best part is it doesn't require any special ingredients! It is so chocolaty that you will not b...

Vegetable Gyoza/ Vegetable Pan Fried Dumplings Recipe Gyoza is a Japanese style dumpling that is traditionally made with meat, but here I have a vegetarian option that tastes equally phenomenal. This type of dumpling is not steamed like most dumplings. Instead, it has a crispy base and a soft outer covering. The crisp added to this type of dumpling makes it stand apart from all other dumplings and is a treat for your taste buds. The filling has perfect umami flavor from the soy sauce and Ajinomoto that takes you to a trip to heaven. It is so easy to cook that all it requires is a pan to made and no fancy steamers. The gyoza was originated in China but gained popularity in Japan. It is also called by the name "Pot Stickers" which means that the dumpling sticks to the pot (pan) and gets a crispy base. After it gets a crispy base, it leaves the surface of the pan, and water is added to the pan, covered and steamed.  It is a very fun and involving process. The excitement never ...