Food

If there’s another dish that defines South India like none other, it is the dosa. Traditionally, it is a crispy, thin savory pancake that can be with or without the humble potato filling or masala. But then, if you consider fancy versions, this Mysore Masala Dosa is one of the most popular ones. It might appear similar to...

This is a simple, easy, tasty, 4-ingredient recipe of Gajar Ki Barfi that you can try with the winter special red carrots. Next time, when you get your hands on this fresh produce during its season, go for this sweet. I’m not saying that don’t make the halwa. All I’m saying is that this Carrot Burfi is also...

Rava, also known as sooji, is a type of wheat widely utilized in Indian cooking. It is a versatile ingredient used in a variety of dishes, ranging from savory to sweet, and is popular not only in North India but also in South and West India. In this post of mine, I have shared a collection of some...

Lemon blueberry scones are crisp on the outside, flaky inside and use No butter or oil! This one-bowl spring recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacking. Soyfree Nutfree Glutenfree option. Low fat option. Table of Contents These are super refreshing scones that come together in just one bowl. We use some chilled coconut cream to add the flaky texture....

Kesari is to South India, what suji ka halwa is to North India. So, basically, its fine semolina (suji/rava or cream of wheat) which is cooked with ghee, sugar and flavorings till a halwa like consistency is achieved. This recipe is of the Rava Kesari With Milk, which obvious from the name, has milk too as one of...

In this Badam Kheer Recipe, 2 of my most-liked things have come together! One is my favorite nut, almond (badam) and the other is one of the most favorite desserts, kheer or payasam. This Badam Kheer is thus, a rich and creamy Indian style pudding made with blanched almond paste, milk and saffron. No doubt it is super...

Shaved Brussels sprouts salad combines crispy Brussels sprouts with earthy greens, fresh tomato, and this umami filled sun-dried tomato walnut crumble for a satisfying salad that’s full of amazing flavor! Table of Contents Brussels sprouts are one of those veggies that often put people in 2 camps, one that love them and the other that dislike it in some form....

Its not just rice that is a versatile grain and can be used in a variety of ways to make the most delicious dishes, it is the forms of rice too that have the same feature. For instance, take poha or flattened rice with which this Poha Kheer is made. Known as Aval Payasam in Tamil Nadu (since...

Here’s one of the much-celebrated sweet dishes from the beautiful state of Odisha, the Chhena Poda or Chenna Poda. I mean there’s nothing in this preparation that is not to like. Read: fresh paneer or chenna, sugar, ghee and flavorings. The ingredient list of the Chhena Poda Recipe may also be minimal, but then, it does take some...

In response to numerous requests from my amazing readers and supporters, I am super excited to share the highly anticipated debut of my cookbook ‘Dassana Vegetarian Homecooking: 110+ Trusted Step by Step Recipes.’ Creating this cookbook has been a passionate project, involving years of diligent effort and unwavering commitment. Although the aspiration to create a cookbook first sparked...