If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that even when trying to eat healthy…ish, chocolate should always be included. After all, chocolate is actually one of the most antioxidant-rich foods there is. It’s true, and I know this because my mom has read up on cacao and the benefits of enjoying it…daily. Which is why she has a steaming mug of hot cacao every single morning upon waking…and every single night before bed!...

I’m always looking for simple seafood recipes that my whole family will enjoy. Some of our favorites include grilled tilapia, garlic butter shrimp, grilled swordfish and this delicious honey garlic salmon. First came honey garlic chicken, which has been pinned over a million times! Then came honey garlic shrimp which is just as fabulous as the chicken version. And now I’m bringing you a new version of this favorite with honey garlic salmon....

When Monday starts with pasta, you know it’s going to be a good week. I know it’s Healthy January and all, but I made this last week and I’ve been dying to share it. And honestly, this is the healthier version of mac and cheese, so it still fits for “Healthy January” in my book… But then, my requirements may be slightly different from yours, because around here, a healthy diet does include pasta....

I know that Taco Tuesday is “the thing”, but I love tacos any night week. So how about we do Taco Thursday? Sounds good, and kind of fun, right? Yes, yes, it does. It’s about this time every year that I slowly start to get back into using my instant pot and slow cooker. Something about the upcoming fall season and the start of a new school year makes me want to break out the instant pot and get a slow-cooked dinner on the table in record time....

Jhalmuri or Jhalmudi is a popular Indian street food predominantly originating from Bengal/Kolkatta region. It is made using puffed rice as the base and is quite famous all over India. Jhal Muri is a variation to Bhelpuri or Masala Pori, other popular puffed rice based chaat recipes. My first trial of this most amazing dish was at a newly opened chaat joint in our area a few years ago. Not really sure what to expect, I ordered Jhaal Muri instead of my usual Bhel Puri....

Kathirikai Kara Kuzhambu is a Tamil style South Indian spicy brinjal curry cooked in tamarind broth and spice powders. It is spicy, tangy and delicious, making it a perfect accompaniment to hot rice. This is one of those recipes I learnt to make properly from my mother-in-law and over the years, I have made quite a name for myself for making best kara kuzhambus in our household. Though kuzhambu or gravy/curry recipes can be made with any country vegetable, brinjals and drumsticks happen to be our personal favorites....

Watch the How To Video Here: They have texture, layers of flavor, and SO much color. A few months ago when I was writing the HBH cookbook manuscript, there was day after day of non-stop writing. No joke, non-stop writing. Typically, my days are filled with cooking and writing at night, so this was a bit of an adjustment for me, since I was basically doing zero cooking all week-long....

Making meal prep fun and exciting again with this tropical chicken…because I really can’t handle boring chicken dinners. Plus, you guys asked for more meal prep recipes, so here they come! First though, I have a question. Do you guys ever avoid going to the grocery store? I ask this because literally all week long I have been avoiding going to the grocery store. Honestly, with all the people in town visiting to ski (the downside of living in a vacation destination spot), the store sounds like the most miserable place....

When I’m looking for the perfect salad to bring to a party or potluck, I turn to favorites such as zesty cucumber tomato salad, protein packed black bean salad, and this Greek inspired couscous salad. Sometimes I want a big salad that’s not just made with lettuce. On those days, I turn to grain based dishes like this couscous salad. With plenty of fresh veggies, cheese and olives, this salad is packed full of flavor....

Wishing you all a very happy Diwali 🙂 So deepavali is here finally! And I am here with my last and final recipe for this year’s festival of lights. After contemplating for the last two years, I ended up making Motichoor Ladoo finally and how much more festive can it get than this?! If I say I am a little obsessed with Boondhi/Ladoo, it is not an exaggeration at all....

You can never go wrong with steak on the menu! Some of my favorite ways to enjoy steak are with a savory mushroom sauce, or sliced and served as fajitas. What is New York Strip Steak? A strip steak comes from the short loin of a cow. This is a cut of meat that is not in heavy use by the cow, which means that it is particularly tender. A strip steak that’s boneless is referred to as a New York strip steak....

I know last month I told you guys how obsessed I am with summer fruit. Well I’m happy to say that the obsession is still very much alive, and I don’t foresee it dying down anytime soon. Lately I’ve been having a really hard time feeling excited to get into the kitchen to cook. I’m not sure what’s up, but I just haven’t been feeling the most inspired in terms of cooking....

This bread is kind of a cross between pizza, flatbread, and a classic loaf of no-knead crusty between. Yes, it’s somewhere in between all three. And even though it’s the easiest to make, it’s also one of the most delicious. So. Very. Good! This bread is perfect for both weeknights and weekends. So let’s get into the details because you really just need to make this as soon as you can!...

Also known as bread kulcha due to their thickish soft, bread like texture. In this recipe,similar to no yeast naan, I use yogurt +baking powder+ baking soda to leaven the flour and create that airy texture. You can easily make at home on tawa without oven or tandoor(that’s how I make tandoori roti too). All over streets of Delhi, you will find roadside carts (redi) selling matar-kulcha. Together, matar chaat and kulcha make for a lip smacking delhi chaat experience....

Broccoli will never be boring again after you’ve tried this recipe. This broccoli is so good you can make a whole meal out of it! My kids are hit and miss when it comes to vegetables, but broccoli is one of the few that all three girls will happily eat. Sometimes I get tired of basic steamed broccoli, so I decided to switch things up a bit with this parmesan roasted broccoli....

When you’re handed a bucket full of peaches you can turn around and use them in so many ways. But today…well, you’ve just got to make these crostini, because wow…they’re good. And when I say good, I mean they’re the best. Fresh peaches, burrata cheese, and sweet burst cherry tomatoes. All things summer, all things delicious, and all of my August favorites. The inspiration The inspiration came from two sources....

I was so close to sharing another summer salad today. While the salad is coming (I’m so excited to share it), tacos felt like the right move for a Tuesday. I’ve been holding onto this recipe for far too long. I made these tacos before my trip to France and have been waiting to share them with you! But honestly, I’ve been waiting longer than a few weeks! I’ve had this taco in my head for over a year now....

Growing up, we made Idlis with Idli Rava/Uppudu Rava Idli that are quite common in most Telugu homes. We never made any instant, non-fermented recipes except for Rava Dosa or Wheat Dosa. I remember amma trying to make Semiya Idli once and I refused to eat it (kids can be worst food critics) and that’s about it. I had my first proper Rava Idli in my office cafeteria after moving to Bangalore....

So I recently made some really delicious Mixed Vegetable Gravy, restaurant style recipe to go with our latest kitchen experiment, Laccha Cheese Naan and it was out of the world. I am taking a little break from summer recipes and sharing a simple mixed veg gravy. I have already shared quite a lot of side dishes that go well with Indian bread – Paneer gravies and curries, low calorie Malai Kofta Curry, Mushroom gravies and other mixed vegetable gravies....

This is the winter for hot chocolate. I mean, of course, every winter is hot chocolate season. But for whatever reason, I’m all about sharing hot chocolate recipes this year. Back in December, I shared Asher’s hot chocolate, which is very specific to Asher and the way she enjoys her personal mug. Then just a few weeks ago, in January, I shared this spiced chai hot chocolate. And now, rich, creamy, sweet, and magical tahini hot chocolate....