Daal (Pakistani Lentil) is an absolute staple in every Pakistani household. It’s simple, hearty, delicious, and so versatile! You can pair it with rice or roti and eat it for any meal. There is a huge variety of daals but today I’m going to be focusing on Masoor Daal (Red Lentils). These soft,…
Category: Lunch
Try With Me: Rabokki (Ramen + Tteokbokki)
I honestly love Tteokboki so much! With soft, springy rice cakes cooked down in a spicy Korean chili sauce with fish cakes and vegetables I can never have enough when it’s placed in front of me. So, naturally, I wanted to make it at home. And then when I found out you can…
Simple Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll
I don’t have the chance to eat sushi a whole lot, but when I was in college we used to have sushi bars in all the dining halls and, oh boy, was it my favorite part of every meal. I definitely ate sushi every day, hahaha. Unfortunately, I no longer have that everyday…
Chaat Papri
I think we all have those homemade snacks that we just crave and love that a bag of potato chips just won’t cover. For me, it’s definitely Chaat Papri (or Papri Chaat). Chaat Papri is a traditional street food found all over the Indian subcontinent, which includes Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh! There are…
Simple Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche
The best part of a quiche is that they are so simple to put together and you can really just customize them however you like! Today, I wanted to share with you this Simple Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche. This cheesy, savory, egg custard tart is chocked full of crispy, roasted broccoli and peppers…
Pakistani Doodh Patti Chai (Milk Tea)
You would be hard-pressed to not find a Pakistani family that isn’t preparing a pot of chai for any meal or occasion. Breakfast? Chai. Lunch? Chai. Dinner? You guessed it, chai. Birthday, movie night, wedding? You better believe it, Chai is the guest of honor. Are we really surprised when chai is just…
Pakistani Chicken Corn Soup
Soup doesn’t really come to mind when you think of Pakistani cuisine but I swear every Pakistani household has had this soup on their table. Every family definitely has their own take on Chicken Corn Soup and this one is mine. A simple, delicious, fresh chicken soup mixed with shredded chicken, sweet corn,…
Loaded Masala Home Fries
I think we all have a favorite diner in the neighborhood where we can get our absolute favorite breakfast foods in a flash. From sweet fluffy waffles to savory omelets they really just have it all, but my go-to side always has to be some loaded home fries! With a fluffy interior, crispy…
Crispy Shrimp Tacos
Tacos come in all shapes, sizes, and fillings and I’m here to bring you a new shrimp taco recipe to add to your Taco Tuesday arsenal. These Crispy Shrimp Tacos are filled with beautifully, golden brown, panko-breadcrumbed shrimp on a bed of fresh slaw and topped with a creamy sweet chili sauce. Yup,…
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Something about Butternut Squash Soup just screams fall. Maybe it’s because it’s gourd season and who doesn’t love making all those gourds into delicious, creamy soups? The answer is no one. Soups are just the quintessential autumn meal and I’m here to bring you this Roasted Butternut Squash Soup. It’s rich, creamy, and…