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Black bean burger. Who said burgers can’t be healthy? These nutrient dense burgers are loaded with the goodness of black beans alongside your favorite toppings. Think chipotle mayonnaise, crisp cos lettuce, juicy tomatoes and pickled red onions piled onto buttered toasted burger buns. Absolutely delicious! I love meat burgers, but how about veggie-centric burgers that are also quick to the table? To make the perfect burger, every element needs to bring in the right balance of flavors....

Cauliflower mac and cheese. Cauliflower is the star of this recipe - alongside macaroni and cheesy sauce. It’s a cheesy family favorite loaded with healthy goodness to make any day of the week. And the right way to upgrade your favorite classic mac and cheese. Without a doubt, it’s the ultimate comfort meal! Have you ever tried veggies in mac and cheese? Let me tell you, the veggie version is absolutely packed with nutrients....

Cheesy garlic pull apart bread - With oodles of flavor and great texture, this pull apart variation of garlic bread makes a superb, crowd-pleasing appetizer for your next gathering. This recipe is all about the joy and happiness of sharing food. Of course, in a very delicious way. Truth to be told, I just can’t resist the combination of garlic, butter and cheese. It’s packed with an unbelievable amount of deliciousness....

Chicken donuts. If you’re looking for a delicious way to start your next gathering, try this savory version of your favorite donuts. It’s made using chicken and potatoes flavored with an array of aromatic spices. Just serve with your favorite dipping sauce for a crunchy bite you’ll love! Well, the original idea was to shoot a recipe video for one of the recipes on the blog - chicken cutlets . But, while preparing for the shoot, these cute donuts popped up on my mind, and so I decided to create savory donuts made with chicken and potatoes....

Coconut chickpea curry. Healthy chickpeas tossed in spiced luscious coconut sauce. This is the kind of comfort food that you need on a cold winter day. Packed with nutritious chickpeas, this vegan curry is a flavor bomb. Pair it with steamed rice, naan or parathas to take your dinner to the next level. If I were to choose the most nutritious and easy to cook vegetarian or vegan ingredient, it would be chickpeas....

Corn sandwich. Need vegetarian inspirations for nutrient packed lunch? This sandwich idea loaded with the delicious sweetness of golden yellow corn is a must try. It only requires staple ingredients that you may already have on hand like cheese and mayo. Sprinkled generously with chat masala, these spiced sandwiches take your lunch to the next level. The sweet little golden yellow gems of the culinary world tastes incredibly delicious in many savory dishes - like this sweetcorn fritters and corn ribs ....

Accordion potatoes. The ultimate fun way to create the best potato side dish. This delicious side gets all the extra flavors from a generous addition of garlic butter spiked with cajun seasoning. With crispy edges and soft center, this is definitely the potato dish of your dreams. Ideally, potatoes appear on your dinner table as mashed, roasted or whipped. But making it aesthetically pleasing is a tricky business. Luckily, there’s an easy way to bring in more creativity to your favorite humble potatoes....

My two favorite ways to eat eggplants or brinjals are when they appear with other vegetables like in aviyal or sambar , and when they’re cooked in a tangy sauce like in this eggplant curry (vazhuthananga paal curry). So this curry, which is basically eggplants (brinjals) cooked in a tangy sauce enriched with tamarind, coconut milk and plenty of spices, is pretty much my ideal way to make eggplants really delicious and special....

Pineapple salsa. The natural sweetness of pineapple combined with spicy jalapeños gives you a delicious salad that’s both sweet and spicy. Accentuate the tropical flavor with a generous drizzle of tangy lemon juice. A must for pineapple lovers, this salsa is perfect with your favorite protein or as a taco filling. Why I Love This Vibrant Salsa Gone are the days of savory salsa, this vibrant salad is going to conquer your taste buds....

Middle Eastern lamb kofta. You don’t have to be a culinary expert to whip up these delicious kebabs. All you need to do is skewer the spiced mince and grill to perfection. To infuse them with ultimate deliciousness, the minced meat is loaded with classic Middle Eastern spices and herbs. Pair them with a simple cucumber salad and pitas for an ultra delicious feast! How can you not love kebabs featuring juicy skewered meat grilled on sticks are loaded with flavor and deliciousness?...

No bake mango cheesecake. Brighten your day with this beautiful cheesecake made with fresh mangoes. A make-ahead dessert apt for stress free entertaining. Easy to prepare and no cooking required. I personally love mangoes. They are my most favorite fruit on the planet. So, as I was planning the Christmas menu, I really wanted to showcase this beautiful yellow fruit. Again, I was thinking about a beautiful make-ahead dessert that’s also guaranteed to wow your guests....

Santa hat cheesecake. Add the wow factor to your festive table with these cute white chocolate cheesecakes topped with strawberry santa hats. Perfect for entertaining, these sweet treats are a cinch to make and loaded with the decadence of oreos and white chocolate. A classic treat with a festive twist! When it comes to Christmas desserts, you will find a treasure trove of information everywhere, both online and offline. Just like your savory dishes, the desserts are also vital in bringing the vibe to your dinner table....

Are you looking for an appetizer that’s guaranteed to be a showstopper at your next party? Then here it is – Spicy duck with herbed yogurt dip. One taste of these spicy goodies and your guests will be asking for more. Furthermore, the fresh flavors of parsley work wonders in this dish. Not convinced yet? Here are three more good reasons to try this recipe:- These are baked, not fried Yogurt balances out the flavors You can play around with the amount of chilies you use More Duck Recipes...

Whether it’s lamb , beef , or pork, spicy meat fry is an absolute favorite in our household. We like them loaded with spices and full of flavor. This recipe is simple to make, and obviously, a delicious way to cook from scratch. Cook diced pork along with spices in a pressure cooker, and then temper with more whole spices. That’s it! As always you can add more or less chilly powder to suit your heat levels....

If you love jaggery as much as I do, you’re in for a treat! Of course, the star of this super sweet snack is banana, but the flavour that jaggery brings to this recipe is exceptional. Ripe (but not overripe) banana is the key to perfect uniyappams. If you want some help with melting jaggery, I’ve got it covered for you. An entire post about how to melt jaggery with step-by-step pictures....

Vegan pad Thai. A vegan twist on classic Thai noodles. Loaded with rainbow veggies, it’s the perfectly healthy dinner for any day of the week. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as spending a beautiful day cooking for your loved ones. Combining contrasting flavors to create an amazing dish with a touch of pure cooking magic is all you need to brighten your day. This pad Thai recipe is a vegan version of its non-vegetarian counterpart....