The flavour of mango delivers a kick in this yummy kheer recipe!
A unique treat that combines the richness of vermicelli kheer with the fruity zing of mangoes, this mouth-watering dessert is just right to pamper yourself with on a lazy summer afternoon.
It is rich, creamy and smooth, with a memorable flavour that lingers on your palate. Relish it cold, garnished with chopped mangoes.
You can also try other kheer recipes like Paal Payasam or Makhane ki Kheer. Are you on a diet, and feeling forlorn about not being able to have buttery grilled potato sandwiches? Well, this Masaledar Mixed Sprouts Sandwich is so tasty you will never feel tempted to reach for such unhealthy sandwiches again. With fibre plus protein rich sprouts and loads of veggies sautéed with peppy pav bhaji masala, this whole wheat bread sandwich is a memorable culinary experience that is very healthful too, especially for diabetics and weight watchers.
A dessert that is both exotic and easy is like a dream come true! You will find this unique combination in the Mashed Apple Stew with Vanilla Ice-Cream.
While the procedure is extremely simple, the awesome flavour and rich aroma of stewed and mildly-sweetened apples laced with cinnamon powder is an experience to cherish. Serve the apple stew warm with a topping of vanilla ice-cream to experience its full magic!
Vanilla ice-cream also complements desserts like Fried Coconut Rolls , Gajar ka Halwa , Chocolate Brownies , Pineapple Crumble , Apple Crumble and Mini Banana Sesame Pancakes , just perfect for an after-dinner treat. Mawa (khoya) is extremely high in calories and fat, enough to scare the weight-watchers! Here I use low-calorie mawa, which I made by adding some lime juice to low fat milk to get the actual grainy texture.
Milk enhances the nutritive value of this subzi by providing protein and calcium. Try your own variations of this recipe by using other vegetables in place of green peas.
Serve with Garlic Roti and Beetroot, Cucumber and Tomato Raita . Traditionally served chilled, you can make a warm version of this tangy dish too. The pineapple is cooked with jaggery and along with the other fruits is mixed with the mustard paste which is the key ingredient of this traditional recipe.
Flambé is a French technique of topping a dessert, generally fruit-based, with flaming liquor, to give an exotic flavour and aroma to the dish. Here, we have used rum for the flambé, which is poured over a zesty mix of fruits topped with orange sauce. The warm, burning rum gives the orange sauce a deeper flavour and sharper aroma.
Mixed Fruits with Flaming Orange Sauce is a perfect dessert to serve on special occasions for a close gathering. If you have mastered the art of flambéing, you can do it at the tableside, else it can be prepared in the kitchen itself. Make these bite-sized moong dal pancakes and top with a delicious mixture of vegetables for a fun snack. The small size of these pancakes, make them easy to serve and eat. A nice green and tamarind chutney add to the taste.
Lose yourself in this low-cal caribbean starter of wheat buns stuffed with a striking combo of mushrooms and spring onions. Though made of very simple ingredients, the outcome tastes amazing and healthy, with ample iron, fibre and vitamin c.
A grand favourite with everyone, these chips can be conveniently made in advance and had with salsa… or you can go for quick stir-fry nachos like this. Since cheesy nachos are a no-no for diabetics, I have added value to the nachos by stir-frying with nutritious vegetables.
You will no longer crave for those high-cal cheesy delights once you have tasted this… however, remember that even these cannot be had regularly, but only as an occasional treat!
A truly comforting drink when you are feeling low.
A zesty and healthy topping of low-fat paneer and colourful vegetables makes this a scrumptious starter. Only 60 calories per sandwich, this is a nourishing starter to begin a healthy fare.
Orange sandesh, a sweet bengali delicacy that will surely make it to the list of your favourite foods! paneer is good source of protein, but might be difficult to consume in pungent, heavy gravies when you are pregnant. This fragrant, light dessert might be a more tempting option. Freshly made orange juice imparts an amazing flavour to this recipe, imparting a tanginess that most pregnant women prefer.
This recipe brings to you the flavors of Bengal. The traditional tempering of spices gives a flavorful aroma to the delicious Palong Shaak.
It has a distinctive mouth feel with an amazing taste of the traditional mustard oil used in the preparation. Spinach adds to the iron content of the recipe, which makes it a healthy choice for not only Bengalis, but for foodies all across India.
It is an absolutely simple variation to make, and the ingredients are all easily available. Once you have made the recipe, you will absolutely be amazed by its simplicity.
Be sure of serving this healthy treat perfectly hot with phulkas or parathas!