Papaya Thoran : Stir Fried Green Papaya from Kerala

Papaya Thoran : Stir Fried Green Papaya from Kerala

Origin: This dish of papaya originated from Kerala. This dish is found on almost every dining table in Kerala. Thoran is very common on every occasion be it a festival or any other feast. Thoran is basically a dish prepared from different vegetables like carrots, 

Red Lentil Curry or Masoor Dal from Meghalaya

Red Lentil Curry or Masoor Dal from Meghalaya

History of the Red Red Lentil Curry or masoor lentils have traditionally been associated with Egypt. It could have been because ancient Egyptians used a grain that came from the Mediterranean. A nick name for lentils is Misr, not just in India, but in many part of 

Pukhlein-Meghalaya Delight

Pukhlein-Meghalaya Delight

Pukhlein is a popular deep fried rice flour snack in Meghalaya. This dish has only two ingredients. It is Rice flour and jaggery.

Nadir Monji With Tamarind Chutney

Nadir Monji With Tamarind Chutney

Nadir monji is a cherished treat in all of Kashmir. Thin slices of lotus roots are mixed with spices and rice flour and then deep fried until crisp.

Aliv seeds: Tiny Seeds Loaded with Health Benefits

Aliv seeds: Tiny Seeds Loaded with Health Benefits

Aliv seeds, also called garden cress seeds in English are often called miracle seeds as they are loaded with many health benefits. The other name for these seeds is “Haleem seeds”. These seeds are the powerhouse of numerous benefits that can’t be underestimated. They fall 

Shakrana : a sweet dish from Uttar Pradesh.

Shakrana : a sweet dish from Uttar Pradesh.

Origin: It is from Uttar Pradesh that traditional shakrana originated. Shakrana a very quick and easy recipe made in every home in U.P and considered a healthy and delicious dish. But it is not so popular in other parts of India, this is the only 

Modur Pulao-Kashmiri Style

Modur Pulao-Kashmiri Style

The pulao your mother makes for you in the tiffin is not the same as Modur Pulao. This is Kashmir most popular traditional dish.

Kokam Sharbat – Maharashtrian Beverage

Kokam Sharbat – Maharashtrian Beverage

Kokam Sharbat is a traditional Maharashtrian beverage. Kokam plant is found in Western Ghats of India. It’s a healthy beverage.

Benami Kheer Rajasthan

Benami Kheer Rajasthan

History of Benami Kheer Benami kheer is one of these legendary desserts from Awadhi kitchens, which was not given a name due to the chefs not wanting to reveal the secret ingredient. Kheer derives from the Sanskrit word ‘Ksheer’. This dessert, which is mostly made 

Jadoh or Khasi Pulao – Secrets of Meghalaya

Jadoh or Khasi Pulao – Secrets of Meghalaya

Jadoh or Khasi Pulao is made with red rice, the staple food of the Meghalayan people. In Khasi Language Ja = ‘Rice’ & and Doh = ‘Meat’