Banana Blueberry Muffin If you are looking for weekdays quick breakfast on the go then Banana Blueberry Muffin is your go-to recipe. You can make this over the weekend during your meal prep and you are all set for weekdays. Usually for me, I crave for snacks around 3pm and this muffin is perfect for… Continue reading Banana Blueberry Muffin
Horse Gram Chutney/Kollu chutney
Horse Gram Chutney/Kollu Chutney Horse Gram chutney with rice is a staple in many South Indian households. While growing up, my mom makes this chutney when she is tired as this is easy to make and I do the same these days. If anyone in the family gets cold, we will make this chutney with… Continue reading Horse Gram Chutney/Kollu chutney
Energy balls
Energy Balls In 2016, I ran my second half marathon on Mother's day and I fainted when I was at the 10th mile due to low sugar. I was advised to take energy shots while running long distances. But I did not like the taste and my tummy did not accept it either. So I… Continue reading Energy balls
Semiya Payasam/Vermicelli Kheer
Semiya Payasam/Vermicelli Kheer Semiya Payasam or Vermicelli Kheer is my go-to sweets. While growing up, my mom makes this often to celebrate any happy news regardless of whether it is small or big. This is such an easy recipe that doesn't require any fancy ingredients and all the ingredients will be available at home. If… Continue reading Semiya Payasam/Vermicelli Kheer
Banana Oats Pancake
Banana Oats Pancake I like to make a special breakfast on Friday as a pat on my back to celebrate the last day of the work week. It's still a working day so, I wanted to make something quick. Of course, it has to keep me full for longer and doesn't raise my sugar rush.… Continue reading Banana Oats Pancake
Whole Wheat Parotta
Whole Wheat Parotta You cannot find one person who doesn't like Parotta from my home town. Parotta is different from paratha which you commonly find in Indian cuisine. Parotta is made with all-purpose flour, eggs, and soaked in oil for hours. Then we roll thin and make layers which gives us the flaky Parotta. We… Continue reading Whole Wheat Parotta
Butter Paneer
Butter Paneer Butter paneer is a popular dish in Indian Cuisine. Paneer cooked in a creamy sauce with spices is simply delicious and in our house it's everyone's favorite. This recipe tastes the same as the restaurant's butter paneer except no cream or additives added in this dish which you can enjoy at home without… Continue reading Butter Paneer
Panda Express Pepper Chicken
Panda Express Pepper Chicken When I finish work and come home, I just wanted to stop-by at a fast food place and pick food for dinner. Panda Express is right there when I get off the highway and wanted to always get pepper chicken with brown rice. But I take a step back by thinking… Continue reading Panda Express Pepper Chicken
Chicken Drumstick Masala
Chicken Drumstick Masala Chicken Drumstick Masala is my family's all-time favorite. We were invited for lunch to one of our friend's house and had this dish for very first time. It was divine and I absolutely loved it. Couple of days later my older son asked, can I make the same chicken recipe. I did… Continue reading Chicken Drumstick Masala
French Toast
French Toast Whenever I have sugar cravings, one of my go-to options is French Toast. The reason is its filling with protein and carb along with a little bit of sugar which completely satisfies my sugar cravings. I remember that my mom used to make me french toast when I come home from school as… Continue reading French Toast