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Desserts, Sweets

Zarda - Meethe Chawal Recipe (Indian Sweet Rice)

Zarda, also known as Meethe Chawal (Sweet Rice), is a festive North Indian dessert made with basmati rice, ghee, saffron, sugar, and dry fruits. The rice is cooked until fluffy, then flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts and raisins. This bright yellow sweet rice is often prepared for weddi

August 19, 2026
Beverages

Wood Apple Juice | Wood Apple Recipe

Wood Apple Juice is a summer cooling drink made from this typical fruit, also known as elephant apple. This wood apple recipe is a popular summer beverage in northern and eastern parts of India. The drink is tasty, refreshing as well as nutritious.

August 19, 2026
Main Course

Whole Masoor (Sabut Masoor Dal)

Whole Masoor Dal, also known as Brown Lentils or Sabut Masoor Dal, is a flavorful North Indian lentil curry made with whole brown lentils, onions and tomatoes. It is cooked with aromatic herbs and everyday spices. This hearty and vegan dal pairs well with roti or steamed rice.

August 19, 2026
Desserts, Sweets

Wheat Halwa | Atta Halwa

Wheat Halwa or Atta Halwa is a soft and rich North Indian sweet made by roasting whole wheat flour in ghee and cooking it with sugar and water. Proper roasting of the atta gives the halwa its signature nutty aroma and taste. This simple dessert uses just a few pantry ingredients and comes together q

August 19, 2026
Snacks

Vegetable Pakora Recipe (Crispy & Easy)

Make crispy and tasty mixed Vegetable pakora recipe with my easy recipe. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables, this veg pakora has a crispy, crunchy exterior with a soft interior. The recipe is naturally vegan and can be made gluten-free.

August 19, 2026
Main Course

Veg Keeema Recipe

Vegetable Keema is an easy, delicious Indian recipe made with minced vegetables, spices and herbs. Keema or kheema is a Hindi word for 'mince.'

August 19, 2026
Main Course

Veg Handi

This veg diwani handi recipe is a rich, creamy curry made with mixed vegetables.

August 19, 2026
Main Course

Toor Dal Recipe (Homestyle Arhar Dal)

Toor dal is a basic Indian lentil dish made with pigeon pea lentils cooked with spices, onions and tomatoes. It is a staple meal in many Indian homes and is usually served with rice or roti. This homestyle version is simple, light and easy to make. The arhar dal recipe gives a comforting dal that ca

August 19, 2026
Main Course

Tomato Pulao

Tomato pulao is a one pot delicious tangy spicy pilaf made with rice, tomatoes, mix veggies, herbs and spices.

August 19, 2026