Category: Nutrition Meal
Festive Season – Must-Have Indian Spices
The festive season is here and we couldn’t be more excited! The coming few months are going to be all about celebrations, prayers, poojas and prasads! Even though celebrations look different this year due to physical distancing, you can still make your favorite prasads at home with authentic Indian ingredients. Continue reading to find out...
Curry, Curry Paste and Curry Powder
There is no direct translation, or Hindi equivalent, for the word ‘curry’. The word is commonly used to group-together several different dishes that often accompany rice or chapati. ‘Curry’ was appropriated to better suit the Portuguese and then the English when they colonized India. In terms of its history – it originated from the Tamil...
Smart Substitutes for Desi Cooking
Smart Substitutes for Desi Cooking With all that’s going around right now, it’s difficult to even imagine getting out of the house. It may not be possible to get everything you need to cook a fresh home-cooked meal, especially if you’re making Indian food. It is important to get all the ingredients that enhance the...
All About Rajma And Types Of Rajma
Types Of Rajma Rajma is a dish that won people’s hearts with its simplicity and uniqueness. In the midst of a pandemic, Rajma makes cooking at home effortless. Apart from its ease of preparation, it serves multiple purposes. Rajma can be the perfect dinner after a long day at work, a quick lunch in the...
DIY Skincare Masks With Our Organic Products
There’s something about DIY skincare masks at home! Don’t you love making your face packs and treating yourself to some chemical-free beauty treatments? Face packs & skincare masks range from being your regular night-time skincare routine to being your go-to move when you want a chill Friday night in. In an unprecedented time like this,...
A Spice Affair With Red Chilli Whole Stemless
Everyone in the world is familiar with red chilli whole, and it can be found almost everywhere. But the chillies in India are particularly special. So let’s learn more about this amazing spice and its impact on the country. Origin of Red Chilli India is the largest chilli producer in the world. Hence, Dried Red...
5 Must-Try Traditional Eid Desserts
The most awaited Eid-al-Adha is here! It is one such festival that involves indulging in rich and celebratory meals or as we call it, Daawats. It is strongly believed that every meal is a beautiful song of flavors and what is a song without some sweet notes. Here’s a small kick-starter for you to plan...
Tips On Managing Your Food Cravings
In this day and age, when everyone is trying to stay healthy and fit, your food cravings can be a nightmare. What’s even worse is if you let it take over, you end up having a food addiction. That’s not where anyone wants to be. Need Tips On Managing Your Food Cravings? So, it’s very important...
Spices Used In Indian Sweet Dishes
Cinnamon: Now if adding spices to sweet dishes might not be an unfamiliar idea to you, the first example that you would have thought of would be cinnamon. Famous sweet treats like cinnamon rolls, cinnamon apple tarts, and cinnamon-spiced latte are loved and enjoyed all over the U.S. Indians also use it to make...
Moong Dal: One Ingredient, Many Dishes
Moong Dal is one of the healthiest lentils in the world. Loaded with nutrients, this amazing lentil is very commonly used in India. But its most common use is usually restricted to lentil soups or dal, that is a staple of every desi meal. Considering how diverse this dal is, it’s a shame that it’s...
