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Iyengar bakery style rava cake | eggless semolina cake | suji cake | with 22 amazing images. Iyengar bakery style rava cake is a basic eggless tea time cake. Learn how to make Iyengar bakery style rava cake | eggless semolina cake | suji cake | In India, semolina is known as rava, suji, or sooji. Hence this cake is also known as sooji cake or suji cake! This suji cake is famous from the popular Iyengar bakery. This Indian version of the semolina cake is egg-free and made with the best available local ingredients. This eggless rava cake is an incredibly easy cake recipe for beginners. It is sweet, dense, and super moist. It can also be enjoyed in the evening with hot cup of tea. Tips to make rava cake: 1. Make sure to use fresh curd to make this recipe. 2. You can use fine or medium size variety of semolina to make this recipe. 3. Instead of oil you can use melted butter to make this recipe. Enjoy Iyengar bakery style rava cake | eggless semolina cake | suji cake | with detailed step by step photos.

eggless ghee cake recipe | Indian style desi ghee cake | ghee cake | with 21 amazing images. This eggless ghee cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Learn how to make eggless ghee cake recipe | Indian style desi ghee cake | ghee cake | Indian style desi ghee cake is easy to make, soft and moist, rich, fluffy, and delicious cake that will melt in your mouth. The cake is made using simple ingredients that is flavored with ghee. The best part is that this ghee cake requires no decoration, frosting, or glaze. It is all good by itself. I bet you can't stop after eating a slice of this ghee cake. eggless ghee cake is a very aromatic and delicious loaf cake with soft crumbs and light texture. Tips to make eggless ghee cake: 1. Do not use hot or melted ghee, use thick ghee. 2. Adding milk powder enhances the flavour of the cake. 3. Do not slice the cake when it’s hot otherwise it may be crumble. Enjoy eggless ghee cake recipe | Indian style desi ghee cake | ghee cake | with detailed step by step photos.

Gujarati methi thepla | methi ka thepla | healthy methi thepla | how to make thepla | with 20 amazing images Gujaratis and thepla walk hand and hand, theplas are inherited part of gujju meals, it is used for regular meals, travelling and also for picnics. Gujarati methi theplas are super quick and easy to make. The procedure of making Gujarati methi thepla is quite simple, we have divided it into 2 parts first is kneading the dough and second is making the theplas. To knead the dough for methi thepla in a deep bowl, add whole wheat flour, fenugreek leaves, oil which helps in not letting the dough dry out and also helps keeping the thepla soft. Further, add curd, red chilli powder, turmeric, salt and sugar and knead into a soft dough. My grandmother use to knead dough for methi thepla with buttermilk as it would give extremely soft methi thepla. To make the thepla, divide and roll out thepla in a roti. Place them on a griddle and cook it using peanut oil. We have used peanut oil as it is a healthy methi thepla. Methi theplas are famous not only in Gujarat but also all over the country as well. healthy methi thepla is a also a very healthy diabetic snack, diabetics can indulge 1-2 theplas as fenugreek leaves improve the insulin and glucose response. The use of whole wheat flour adds in some amount of fibre. This is definitely a wholesome choice than refined flour (maida). To toss in some iron, you can replace half the wheat flour with jowar flour. healthy methi thepla also makes a perfect kids tiffin box recipe or theplas for athletes. Make sure you stack the methi theplas one above the another, it will help in maintaining the softness and prevents the methi theplas from drying out. If you do not add curd the theplas can be stored for a long time! See our recipe of methi thepla without curds for travelling. Have methi thepla with quick mango chunda or you can also relish it with curd, green chilli thecha or chips bateta nu shaak. Enjoy Gujarati methi thepla | methi ka thepla | healthy methi thepla | how to make thepla | with detailed step by step photos and video.

kali mirch koki | kali mirch koki for travelling | Sindi koki for travelling | with 15 amazing images. Kali Mirch Koki or Sindhi Koki is the Sindhi counterpart of the Gujarati thepla. It is an all-time favourite breakfast and lunch option, with variants that can be carried along while travelling too. Made with whole wheat flour and ghee, these crisp and tasty kokis are healthy too. Quite tasty by itself, with the appetizing aroma of ghee, the koki can be enjoyed with just curd and pickle, not requiring any elaborate accompaniments. While the common Sindhi Koki is flavoured with onions, green chillies and spices like jeera and anardhana, the Kali Mirch Koki that is flavoured with black pepper is ideal for travelling. Since it does not contain onion or chillies, it does not spoil easily. The black pepper gives a nice flavour too, which is spicy yet soothing in its own way. In a dry and airtight container, the Kali Mirch Koki lasts for a week, while in the refrigerator it can be preserved for even 15 days! This makes Kali Mirch Koki an ideal Indian travel food. Those who travel abroad also like to take Kali Mirch Koki along, so they can enjoy home-cooked food till they settle down and find their way in the new place. Kali Mirch Koki is healthy for weight loss, diabetesand heart. Made from Whole wheat flour is excellent for diabetics as they will not shoot up your blood sugar levels as they are a low GI food. Ghee is, in reality, a high quality fat for the body and brain. Enjoy how to make kali mirch koki | kali mirch koki for travelling | Sindi koki for travelling | with detailed step by step photos below.

green moong dal dhokla recipe | healthy green moong dal dhokla | green moong dal vegetable dhokla | with 35 images. green moong dal dhokla is a healthy Gujarati snack. Learn how to make green moong dal vegetable dhokla. moong dal dhokla, is rich in zinc, folic acid, iron and protein. 4 dhoklas at 44 calories per dhokla make a super protein rich filling snack. Adding veggies to healthy green moong dal dhokla further increases the fibre, folic acid and iron content substantially. Tips for moong dal dhokla. 1. Remember to ensure proper consistency of the batter – if you add too much water while grinding, the Dhokla will neither be firm nor cooked properly. 2. Remember to grease the thali with ghee / oil so demoulding the fibre rich, protein rich, iron rich dhoklas becomes easier. This suavely flavoured green moong dal dhokla, zero-oil, popular Guajarati farsan is great for people who are counting their calories. Devour this any-time snack with healthy green chutney, for that extra zing. Enjoy green moong dal dhokla recipe | healthy green moong dal dhokla | fibre rich, protein rich, iron rich dhoklas | with step by step photos.

eggless chocolate brownie muffins recipe | fudgy chocolate brownie muffins | Indian eggless brownie muffins | brownie muffins no egg | with 18 amazing images. eggless chocolate brownie muffins recipe | fudgy chocolate brownie muffins | Indian eggless brownie muffins | brownie muffins no egg is a yummy treat for hungry tummy. Learn how to make fudgy chocolate brownie muffins. To make eggless chocolate brownie muffins, combine the chopped dark chocolate and butter in a broad non-stick pan, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously. Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl and cool slightly. Add the condensed milk and vanilla essence and mix well. Add the plain flour, baking powder and baking soda and mix gently. Add the walnuts and mix well. Pour equal portions of the prepared mixture into 9 muffin moulds. Put 1 chocolate cube into each muffin mould and press it lightly. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 180°C (360°F) for 15 minutes. Serve hot. Everybody loves brownies and everybody loves muffins. So, how much would they love something that brought the two together? Well, let’s try it out! This Indian eggless brownie muffins is an eggless and fudgy muffin that has the rich and intense flavour of dark chocolate, a slightly milky note and a nutty dash of walnuts! This is further made richer by the addition of condensed milk. Indeed, this fudgy chocolate brownie muffins is blissful heaven for chocolate lovers. Above all this, a dark chocolate cube is hidden into the batter in each muffin mould before baking. As this chocolate melts and flows into the batter like hot lava, it gives the brownie muffins no egg a fudgy mouth-feel and an even richer taste. Go for more must-try chocolate recipes like the Chocolate Pancakes with Whipped Cream and Nuts or Chocolate Pizza. Tips for eggless chocolate brownie muffins. 1. Ensure to buy the perfect walnuts. Whether purchasing walnuts in bulk or in a packaged container, avoid those that look rubbery or shriveled. If it is possible to smell the walnuts, do so in order to ensure that they are not rancid. 2. Sieve the plain flour if necessary to ensure it is lump free. 3. While inserting the chocolate cube, try and push it slightly to the centre of the muffin. Enjoy eggless chocolate brownie muffins recipe | fudgy chocolate brownie muffins | Indian eggless brownie muffins | brownie muffins no egg | with step by step photos.

date oats berries granola bar recipe | healthy oats and dates nuts bar | no sugar Indian oats and dates bar | with 29 amazing images. date oats berries granola bar recipe | healthy oats and dates nuts bar | no sugar Indian oats and dates bar is a nourishing way to fulfil your hunger pangs. Learn how to make healthy oats and dates nuts bar. To make date oats berries granola bar, blend the dates in a mixer till smooth without using water. Keep aside. In deep non-stick pan, lightly roast the oats on a slow flame for 5 minutes, while stirring continuously. Keep aside. In a deep non-stick pan, roast the almonds, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds on a medium flame for 3 minutes, while stirring continuously. Keep aside. Combine the peanut butter and honey in a broad non-stick pan, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously. Keep aside. Combine the roasted oats, dates paste, roasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, black raisins, raisins, cranberries, peanut butter and honey / maple syrup paste in a deep bowl, mix well and keep aside. Grease and line a tray with a butter paper, pour the oats berries mixture into it and flatten it using your palm. While it is still warm, cut into 10 equal rectangular bars. Refrigerate for 20 minutes. Serve or store the date oats and mixed berries granola bars in an air-tight container and use as required. These yummy no sugar Indian oats and dates bar with crunchy almonds, healthy seeds, tangy cranberries, wholesome black dates and creamy peanut butter will become your best friend, coming to your rescue whenever hunger strikes! Carry one with you when you go out, so you will not be tempted to walk into a bakery when you are hungry! The combination of ingredients in the healthy oats and dates nuts bar is such that they balance each other in flavour and texture, giving you a heavenly experience. Further the wise choice of ingredients make them rich in protein, fibre, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and many other vitamins and minerals. These are a perfect pick me nutritious bar for people of all ages. While heart patients and weight watchers can include these healthy bars in their menu, because of the use of ample quantity of dates and honey. Tips for date oats berries granola bar. 1. While it is still warm, cut into 10 equal rectangular bars. 2. You can cut the amount of maple syrup or honey added as there are dates and raisins to sweeten the bar. 3. Store bar in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 15 days. Enjoy date oats berries granola bar recipe | healthy oats and dates nuts bar | no sugar Indian oats and dates bar | with step by step photos.

farsi puri recipe | Gujarati farsi poori | Indian farsi puri Diwali snack | with 32 amazing images. farsi puri recipe | Gujarati farsi poori | Indian farsi puri Diwali snack is a perfect accompaniment to a cup of masala chai or coffee. Learn how to make Gujarati farsi poori. To make farsi puri, combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl, mix well and knead into a stiff dough using little water. Divide the dough into 24 equal portions and roll each portion into a 50 mm. (2”) diameter thick circle. Prick the puris all over using a fork. Heat the oil in a deep non-stick kadhai, and deep-fry a few puris at a time, on a slow flame till they turn light brown in colour from both the sides. Drain on an absorbent paper. Cool completely and store them in an air-tight container. For Gujaratis, Diwali is incomplete without farsi poori. This deep-fried dry snack has evergreen fanfare, and you will understand why if you just try it once. It is quite often sent to each other’s house during Diwali. It is soft but yet crispy. This Indian farsi puri Diwali snack is made with common ingredients and is easy to make, but it has a melt-in-the-mouth texture because of the addition of semolina and ghee to the plain flour dough, and a lingering flavour contributed by black pepper. While we have made it with maida as the base ingredient, some people also prefer to use equal proportion of maida and wheat flour. Tips for farsi puri. 1. You can also add little roasted cumin seed powder. 2. Always measure the ghee after it is melted. 3. Do not roll the puris thinly, it should be little thick. 4. These puris should be stored in an air-tight container, stays good for at least 10 days. These puris can be carried for picnic, travelling or even taken to work. Enjoy farsi puri recipe | Gujarati farsi poori | Indian farsi puri Diwali snack | with step by step photos.

nutella ferroro rocher milkshake recipe | Indian style ferrero rocher Nutella milkshake | ferroro rocher milk | nutella milkshake | with amazing 8 images. Summer times and you need a drink to cool you off? Nutella Ferroro Rocher milkshake is the ideal sweet treat, loved by kids all over as well as adults. It is one of my favourite mikshakes and can be prepared in minutes. Nutella and Ferroro Rocher milkshake is a rich and creamy milkshake prepared with the very popular oreo biscuits, we have used the cookies which are the one’s with chocolate cream filling. You can use any according to your preference.There are a lot of variations to this milkshake but we have made it with Vanilla ice cream which helps deriving the thick texture. Chilled milk and Ferrero rocher and the very luscious nutella , which turns out to be a lucious milkshake. No wonder why people are so fond of Nutella and Ferroro Rocher milkshake. The intense taste of chocolate laced with hazelnut, together with the rich and luscious mouth-feel of this milkshake will earn itself immense fanfare! The effect that comes out of combining the nutty-chocolaty taste of nutella ferroro rocher milkshake with the pleasant flavour and lusciousness of vanilla ice-cream is absolutely heavenly. The garnish is another master stroke that makes this nutella ferroro rocher milkshake totally irresistible. Topped with a blob of cream and crowned with Ferroro Rocher... how can somebody resist grabbing that glass immediately! You can also enjoy other Nutella based treats like the Nutella Chocolate Chip and Sea Salt Cookies, and the Nutella and Strawberry Mini Pancakes. We haven't used any sugar in the our Indian style ferrero rocher Nutella milkshake as Nutella, Ferrero rocher and the ice cream are already sweet in taste and addition of sugar may make it extra sweet and may spoil the balance of flavours in the milkshake. Nutella and Ferroro Rocher milkshake is a super quick and easy milkshake to make. You can make this for your kids birthday party or when you see you kiddos down and low, it would definitely cheer them up and will also be a treat to their taste buds. I occasionally make it for my family, the most elder one from the family to the youngest one everyone enjoy’s it and slurp it down in minutes. Enjoy nutella ferroro rocher milkshake recipe | Indian style ferrero rocher Nutella milkshake | ferroro rocher milk | nutella milkshake | with detailed step by step recipe photos and video below.

Chocolates and mangoes – two of kids’ favourite foods come together to give the traditional muffin a super-friendly facelift. When kids bite into something they love, they are sure to gain a lot of energy and forget all their stress, especially during exam times. These yummy Chocolate Chip and Mango Muffins stay fresh for 3 to 4 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature, so they are ideal to send to school in the snack box, or carry along when you travel. Muffins are perfect anytime treat - enjoy as Desserts , Breakfast or as Sweet Snacks .

khatta dhokla recipe | white dhokla | Gujarati khatta dhokla | traditional khatta dhokla | with amazing 28 images. The ‘khatta’ in the khatta dhokla is the dominant flavour of this traditional khatta dhokla and this sourness is brought about by adding a little sour curds. Gujarati’s also call khatta dhokla as idra. Gujaratis and khatta dhokla go synonymous. White dhokla are popular steamed cakes made using rice and urad dal. Also, there are hundreds of variation to the dhokla recipe just like idli variations. white dhokla is a soft and fluffy steamed snack from the Gujarati repertoire. This all-time favourite is enjoyed as a starter, as a tea-time snack, or even for breakfast. Basically, something you can have any time you are hungry! Though the process to make khatta dhokla is a little lengthy yet the recipe is super easy. If you want to relish delicious Gujarati khatta dhokla you will have to plan things a day prior. It is important to prepare the batter and leave it for fermentation. To make the khatta dhokla batter, take khatta dhokla flour which is combination of urad dal and rice. Further, add methi seeds which help in fermenting the batter well and also give it an impeccable aroma. Next, the main ingredient that is the sour curd. Make sure the curd is sour, only then you can derive the flavor of dhokla. Next, add makhan also known as white butter. Pour warm water over makhan so that it melts and blends well with the batter and also makes mixing easier. Mix using your hands and make sure that the batter is lump-free. Furrther, cover and keep aside in a warm place for fermentation. Once the batter is fermented, add ginger-green chili paste which would enhance the taste of the idra. Further, add oil and baking soda, these two help making the white dhokla soft. Pour little water over baking soda. Make sure you do not mix vigorously as you may neglect the effect of baking soda. Further, pour 1 portion of batter in a greased thali and let it steam for 11-12 minutes. Check by inserting a knife if the khatta dhokla is cooked. Cut into desired shape and serve!! Although khatta dhoklas taste good at room temperature too, serve them hot with green chutney and tea for a classic and complete package! Traditionally there is no tempering made for the safed dhokla but, if you like then heat some oil and temper with mustard seeds and curry leaves and add it to the batter before steaming. Alternatively you can also spread this temepeing on the dhokla after steaming. I usually make white dhokla for evening snack or serve it as a side dish along with any meal. Sometimes, also use this as a tiffin treat as my kids love these soft khatta dhokla, you can also carry it along while travelling or on a one day train journey!! Also try other dhokla variants like Methi Moong Dal Dhokla, Rava and Vegetable Dhokla and Chola Dal Dhokla. Enjoy khatta dhokla recipe | white dhokla | Gujarati khatta dhokla | traditional khatta dhokla | with detailed step by step recipe photos below.

The all-time favourite combo of Nacho Chips with Cheese Dip is not only energizing but also delightful to kids because they love the ‘chip-n-dip’ concept. It will be so much fun to find such an exciting option in the tiffin box that they would love to share it with their friends, so make sure you pack a little extra. You can use readymade nacho chips to save time. When making the dip, make sure you cook it for exactly the mentioned time although it might be a little thin then. We are removing it in a semi-done consistency because it is going to be packed in a box and eaten after a few hours, at which time it will be perfect! This flavourful cheese dip stays fresh in the dabba for 4 to 5 hours. Also pack some Healthy No Bake Cookies in another tiffin for a perfect short break combo.

multigrain methi thepla recipe | multiflour thepla | bajra jowar ragi methi thepla | healthy mixed millet thepla | with 17 amazing images. multigrain methi thepla recipe | multiflour thepla | bajra jowar ragi methi thepla | healthy mixed millet thepla is a wholesome and nourishing breakfast, which can also be carried to work. Learn how to make healthy mixed millet thepla. To make multigrain methi thepla, combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl and knead into a semi-soft dough using enough water. Divide the dough into 24 equal portions and roll out each portion into a 150 mm. (6") diameter circle using whole wheat flour for rolling. Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook each circle, using ½ tsp of oil, till it turns golden brown in colour from both the sides. Serve hot. Thepla is one of the most-loved breakfast dishes in Western India. With a homely, rustic flavour and wholesome, satisfying mouth-feel, multiflour thepla are flavoured with a mix of flours, so that in the busy morning hours you do not have to worry about making any special accompaniments for the breakfast. Here, we have made tasty, healthy and filling bajra jowar ragi methi thepla with a multi-grain dough perked up with methi leaves. While the methi leaves give a nice taste and aroma to the thepla, a few teaspoons of seeds like sesame and flax give it a nice crunch. You are sure to enjoy this off-beat but wonderfully tasty multigrain methi thepla. Just serve with curd to make a delicious fare. Try other thepla recipes like Zucchini Thepla or Methi Thepla Wrap. These healthy mixed millet thepla lend a good amount of protein and iron which is necessary for the maintenance of the cells. The use of flax seeds adds in vitamin E and MUFA (mono unsaturated fatty acids) which protect the cells of the body from the harmful effects of free radicals. Enjoy multigrain methi thepla recipe | multiflour thepla | bajra jowar ragi methi thepla | healthy mixed millet thepla | with step by step images.

baby corn and capsicum rice | baby corn and capsicum pulao for kids tiffin box | vegetable rice for kids | with amazing 16 images. baby corn and capsicum rice is perfect for baby corn and capsicum pulao for kids tiffin box. The baby corn and capsicum rice is so colourful that kids will immediately yearn to dig their spoons into the tiffin box when they see it! Not only is it visually appealing, but it appeases the appetite too as it contains a wholesome combination of rice and vegetables, flavoured excitingly with tangy tomato ketchup. This baby corn and capsicum rice can be quickly made if you have all the ingredients ready and in hand. We have used baby corn and bell peppers to make it colourful and nutritive, you can add any vegetables of your choice. This is also an interesting way of adding veggies to your child’s meal. This baby corn and capsicum pulao is very kid-friendly as it uses just a dash of pepper and chilli powder for spice, rather than chunks of ginger or green chillies that could bring tears to the young ones’ eyes! I don’t only use this as a tiffin treat but also make it for dinner as it is a one-dish meal and is definitely a go-to on lazy days! This lovely baby corn and capsicum pulao stays good for 4 to 5 hours, and can be carried for lunch by both kids and adults! Allow baby corn and capsicum rice to cool completely, and pack in an air-tight tiffin box or serve immediately. Learn to make baby corn and capsicum rice | baby corn and capsicum pulao for kids tiffin box | vegetable rice for kids | with detailed step by step recipe photos below.

rice soya sticks recipe | soya chakli | soya stick namkeen | soya stick snack | with 35 amazing images. rice soya sticks are a tasty deep fried crispy Indian snack. Learn how to make soya stick namkeen. rice soya sticks are made from rice flour, soya flour, sesame seeds (til) and Indian spices. This gluten free version of one of my favourite finger foods uses rice and soya flour instead of wheat flour, while sesame seeds add a distinctive flavour to rice soya sticks. A great snack option for your child’s tiffin box, the rice soya sticks can be stored for a while in an airtight container. See the chakli recipe options we have. whole wheat chakli made from whole wheat flour, chakli made from rice flour, ragi chakli made from ragi and jowar flour, bajra chakli made from bajra flour and lastly soya chakli. Pro tips for rice soya sticks. 1. Grease a chakli mould and place a star shaped plate in the chakli press. This will prevent the dough from sticking to the mold. 2. Grease the back of a steel thali with oil using a brush to prevent the dough from sticking. 3. Lift the cut dough gently using the steel flat spoon. 4. Use a slotted spoon to turn the rice soya sticks over so that they fry evenly on all sides. Enjoy rice soya sticks recipe | soya chakli | soya stick namkeen | soya stick snack | with step by step photos.
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