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Salmon has many health benefits,the main health benefit is that it is an excellent good fat or Omega-3 fatty acids, the protein in salmon is easy to digest and absorb into the body. It also contains Vitamins A, B and D as well as the minerals calcium, iron, phosphorus and selenium.This is a simple baked Salmon dish,... Continue Reading →
There is a funny story behind this.Growing up I always used to compete with my brother and always speak opposite of what he says.If he wants egg yolk,I will ask for egg white,likewise he said his favorite curry was Bendakaya(Okra) and then I say mine is Dondakaya(Ivy gourd), Thus my favorite curry all through my... Continue Reading →
Egg muffins can be made with pretty much any vegetable.Here I have used tomatoes,onions and spinach.You can also use bell peppers,mushrooms,broccoli,cheese to make these.Preparation time: 30 minutesServing: 24 mini muffinsIngredients8 eggs1/4 cup chopped onions 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes1/4 cup chopped spinach2 pinches oregano(optional)1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp your favorite seasoning like chili pepper, Cajun, black pepper... Continue Reading →
My mom used to give us cucumber salad in India during the hot summer months.Cucumber is 90 percent water which will keep you hydrated in summer.This preparation hardly takes 5 minutes and needs no cooking.Preparation time: 5 minutesServing: 2-3 cupsIngredients:Cucumber-1 large finely choppedOnion-1/4 medium finely choppedTomato-1 medium finely choppedLemon-1Black pepper powder-1/4 teaspoonSugar-2 pinchesSalt to tasteProcedure:1.Take... Continue Reading →
I love anything that can be dipped into ketchup :).I used the same recipe for potato cutlets and added some tuna fish into it to create fish cutlets and it turned out just delicious.Preparation time: 1 hourServing: 20 cutletsIngredients:Tuna in water 7oz(200 Grams-about to packets)Boiled Potato-1 Large boiled, peeled and mashedOnion-1 Large ,finely choppedGreen Chilies-3-4... Continue Reading →
Sheer Khurma(pronounced Sur-ma) is a Muslim dish made right after the season of fasting for Ramadan.Sheer means sweet and Surma means Dates. It is said the real taste of this dish can be only relished after the fast.Growing up I used to look forward to my Muslim friends to invite me over for the feast... Continue Reading →
Every Friday our group of friends meet for a Potluck(all guest prepare and bring one food item each and we have it at one of our places).I experimented with Almond flour and It was a HIT at last night's party .Make this for all your favorite festivals.Preparation time: 30 minutesServing: 12 piecesIngredients: 1 cup milk... Continue Reading →
A simple stir fried beetroot tempered with Indian spices.Preparation time: 20 minutesServing: 6Growing up I never knew there was a vegetable called beetroot.When I went to a friends place for lunch they served this,but I did not like the taste because it was on the sweeter side.My Aunt in New Jersey puts it through a... Continue Reading →
This is my moms recipe for cilantro dal.The freshness of the cilantro is so vibrant in this dish,you will want to have more!Preparation time: 25 minutesServing: 6Ingredients:Cilantro-2 bunches(separate leaves and chop)Tomatoes-2 medium choppedOnions -1/2 medium choppedToor dal(kandi pappu)-3/4 cupOil-2 teaspoonGreen chilies 6-8 sliced in halfMustard seeds-1/2 teaspoonCumin seeds-1/2 teaspoonGarlic-3 cloves finely choppedCurry leaves-1 stemAsafoetida-pinchTurmeric-pinchTamarind paste-1/2... Continue Reading →
My husband loves Eggs, so I give him an omelet every morning along with cereal. I make different variations of eggs for him to not feel bored of his daily omelet.I use an egg substitute or egg white to avoid the cholesterol in eggs daily.Preparation time: 5 minutesServing: 1Ingredients:Tofu-1 tablespoon finely choppedOnions-1 tablespoon finely choppedEggs-2 well beatenOil-1/2... Continue Reading →
Prathima Koneru 