Tag: healthy side

Bhindi Bhaji: Mildly Spiced Okra

Bhindi Bhaji: Mildly Spiced Okra

  It has been so long that I do not know where to start…  

Baingan Ka Raita: Eggplant in Seasoned Yogurt

Baingan Ka Raita: Eggplant in Seasoned Yogurt

  As the temperature oscillates between extremes, the body is confused: to wrap the fingers around a hearty cup of soup or to sit outdoors under the shade and cool off with a mild salad? This winter definitely seems undecided.  

Brussels Sprouts with Coriander, Mint Chutney and Nuts

Brussels Sprouts with Coriander, Mint Chutney and Nuts

    Here is a light Indian twist to the Brussels sprouts. These were cooked until tender crisp and flavored with the Indian Mint and Coriander Chutney. Of all the ways I have had the Brussels sprouts so for, this is my favorite for now. 

Roasted Corn and Peanut Chaat/Indian Salad

Roasted Corn and Peanut Chaat/Indian Salad

    There is no sign of rain. The summer is marching on with blue skies, bursts of puffy clouds and the mercury reading in triple digits. On one such afternoon, while I waited in the car for my girl to come out of the 

Methi Baingan: Eggplant with Fenugreek Leaves

Methi Baingan: Eggplant with Fenugreek Leaves

  The flavors of fresh fenugreek leaves/methi are quite unusual; a bit pungent, slightly bitter in taste, but they will add some Oooomp! to a dish right away.