When it comes to desi desserts this has to be one of the simplest. It just takes a few simple ingredients and comes together in a jiff. And we all know desserts that happen in a jiff are just what we all need. Sooji ka Halwa is a sweet, nutty, roasted semolina based…
Category: Main Course
Cholay ka salaan (Chickpea Curry)
Cholay ka salaan (Chickpea Curry) is a classic Pakistani breakfast dish. It’s so quick and easy to put together its always part of the brunch spread along with some puri’s or parathay. This Cholay ka salaan (Chickpea curry) is a fragrant, mildly spiced chickpea curry mixed with soft potatoes eaten during breakfast or…
Minestrone Soup
I love a good soup and of all the soup Minestrone is one of my favorite veggie soups just because it is so full of a variety of vegetables and celebrates the flavor of them all. A tomato based hearty soup that is absolutely chock full of vegetables, seasonal and canned, aromatic herbs,…
Lahori Fried Fish Sandwich
Gosh I love fried fish. Crisp, flaky, tender fish – what can go wrong? Nothing, the answer is nothing. But sometimes you might want to spice up your fried fish and then proceed to make it into a delicious sandwich. What better way than with this Lahori Fried Fish Sandwich! Crispy, tender, spiced…
Roasted Chickpea Salad with a Hummus Dijon Dressing
I’m always trying to find ways to make salad’s feel more like full meals and I think I found the answer here! I think you really need a salad that’s a bit more than just vegetables to feel full. This Roasted Chickpea Salad is chock full of crispy, spiced, roasted chickpeas and tossed…
Chicken Manchurian
Today’s recipe is Chicken Manchurian!! This was actually one of the first recipes I learned to make as a kid, so in the name of nostalgia it’s very near and dear to my heart. I’ve tweaked it over the years and come up with something that I quite enjoy. You’re probably wondering what…
Kichri (Pakistani Rice and Lentil Porridge)
If you’re looking for the perfect Pakistani comfort food then look no further! If it’s a cold day and you want to warm yourself up or you’re feeling under the weather this Rice and Lentil Porridge is just what you need. Trust me, I speak from experience. Kichri is a simple dish to…
Garden to Table: Roasted Tomato Soup
Soups have to be the ultimate Autumn meal. They’re so warm, cozy, and comforting (well, I like to think so). And this Roasted Tomato Soup is no exception. With fresh, garden tomatoes this creamy, herby soup offers the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. Paired with a delicious grilled cheese sandwich the soup…
Grilled Peach and Paneer Summer Salad
What’s more summer than peaches? How about grilled peaches in a summer salad? Yeah, I think that’s pretty summery. These sweet, caramelized grilled peaches go perfectly with the salty slices of seared paneer on a bed of crisp greens, crushed walnuts, and a sprinkling of feta. Coated in a Honey Balsamic vinaigrette along…
Strawberry Avocado Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
One of my favorite summer fruits has to be strawberries! I love the sweetness and versatility of them, you can put them in so many things from desserts to sauces to, of course, salads! And that’s what I’m here to show you today. Sometimes the best way to celebrate fresh, tasty strawberries is…