Mangode or moong dal vadas are typically north Indian tea time snack and there are so many recipes of it. Two years back we had a holi brunch in our apartment and few of us were asked to prepare the dish. Among all of us, one of our friend’s preparation […]
Pooran Poli is a maharashtrian recipe of stuffed paratha where wheat rotis are stuffed with sweet chana dal, flavoured with some spices. Amti is a sweet, sour and spicy thin curry prepared by lentil stock, coconut and few spices. When served with Pooran Polis, they give a real kick to […]
Recently I attended an Open Seminar by celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar. Loved meeting her @ Open Day hyderabad. I am a big fan of hers and have been following her since very long time. We got lot of questions answered there and it was some kind of awakening for all […]
Snack foods are a significant aspect of Indian cuisine. When it comes to street food, India is one nation that is known worldwide for its scrumptious, cheap and tasty food. This crunchy treat is prepared by stuffing potato mixture between spinach puri and bread roundel and then deep frying them […]
Its a simple, quick and delicious snack that has a delightful combination of noodles and paneer. These balls with crisp outside and soft inside is a real treat to taste buds at anytime. Boiled potatoes, noodles and spinach paste are mashed together with different spices and are stuffed with paneer. […]
Pithi Puri is a North Indian delicacy that can be served both for breakfast as well as main course. They are delicious and crunchy to eat. Preparation style is quite different from those of other puffed breads. Urad dal is mixed with rava and various spices, smeared on the rolled […]
Green Peas Dhokla is a delicious Gujarati snack made by adding green peas puree to the regular khaman dhokla batter. Green Peas are excellent source of protein and fiber and so adding this to the batter increases the nutritive value of the dish. It also imparts a beautiful green colour […]
Fig, Dates and Coconut paratha tastes delicious and are nutrient rich recipe great for kids. Dates are rich in iron and assist in weight gain. They also keep our bones healthy and prevent conditions such as osteoporosis. Figs are good for preventing respiratory conditions like bronchitis and asthama. The high […]
Pithas are normally made from a batter of rice flour or wheat flour which is shaped and optionally filled with sweet or savory ingredient. When filled, the pitha’s pouch is called a khol and the filling are called pur. In this recipe, filling is prepared with cauliflower, mutton and prawns […]
Sabudana khichdi is a very delicious dish that is served as breakfast and also as fasting food for festivals. This wholesome meal is prepared by combining tapioca with potato and peanuts. Tapioca is a good source of protein, which helps with muscle building, healing and strengthening. Potatoes are a good […]
Hello!! I am Lipika, I have done my masters in life sciences, currently pursuing a diploma course in food & nutrition science. I love reading, cooking, crafts, long drives / travelling and anything which contributes to good health e.g. Yoga, Food Nutrition etc. My mother, grand mother and elder sister are great cooks and also an inspiration for this blog. You can reach out to me at lipikaskitchendiary@gmail.com