Dates are an absolute staple in a Muslim household during Ramadan and when you have as many dates as you do it’s nice to find another way to eat them and I just happen to have a fun, simple way to up your Ramadan date game. Stuffed Dates can be found around the…
Category: Vegetarian
Apple Turnovers
Apple Turnovers are one of my favorite apple treats and they’re so easy to make! Best part is, when you make them at home you get to decide how much filling you want and oh boy, you want to fill these up. These flaky, airy, warm turnovers are filled with a cinnamon, sugar…
Masala Chai
Masala Chai really just means “Spiced Tea” and that’s what it is! Made with black tea and a mixture of aromatic and warm spices it is the ultimate comfort drink in Pakistan, along with regular chai (of course). So grab your saucepan, prep your ingredients, and settle down with a cup of Masala…
Sooji ka Halwa
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…
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,…
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…
Kheer (Pakistani Rice Pudding)
Kheer is an absolute classic Pakistani dessert and even better, it’s one of those desserts you can definitely put together in a pinch. But don’t worry, it definitely delivers on flavor despite using just a few every day ingredients. This sweet Pakistani rice pudding is creamy, aromatic and sure to satisfy your sweet…
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…
Garden to Table: Tomato and Basil Bruschetta
One of the most rewarding things for me is being able to make food using produce I grew in my own backyard! Something I always grow are tomatoes and this time I wanted to share a simple recipe that celebrates the sweetness and brightness of fresh garden tomatoes. This Tomato Basil Bruschetta has…