This recipe has just the right combination of crunchiness and softness contributed by the vegetables and rice noodles respectively.

An all-time favourite, this soup is an ideal starter for any meal. The sharp flavours of ginger and garlic merge beautifully with the fresh flavour of herbs like coriander and mint, in this soya sauce based soup.

Ta feisty preparation of nutritious vegetables, which are otherwise rarely used in everyday cooking in india. The broccoli and water chestnut stir-fry also looks very appealing because of the multi-coloured capsicums used in it. Another tasty twist to this recipe is the use of fresh red chillies, not dried ones as always. This lip-smacking oriental delicacy can be prepared in minutes, thanks to the robust stir-frying technique, so go on, treat your tongue to this sweet and sour treat.

Who can say no to Thai -style noodles, stir-fried with tofu and bean sprouts, laced with a tinge of ginger and garlic? Peanuts and bean sprouts impart an exciting crunchy texture to this tangy, easy noodle preparation. Tofu, for its part, boosts the protein and iron content of this dish. I have used rice noodles but added other fibre-rich veggies, bean sprouts etc to make this recipe diabetic -friendly.

Relax with a cup of Talumein Soup and revel in its amazingly balanced flavours. The more the vegetables, the healthier the soup, so do not hold back on that front and throw in all the veggies you can lay your hands on. Ensure that the vegetables are crunchy and not overcooked as over-cooked vegetables will make the soup inedible. Truly a healthy indulgence! You can also try other soups like Cream Of Broccoli Soup or Vegetable and Basil Soup .

I have modified this traditional Chinese delight a wee bit to suit the diabetic constitution! You can further vary the spices according to your taste, or even use schezuan sauce instead of soya sauce for a variation. Low fat paneer can be replaced by tofu or soya curd to make it even more healthy. Do try other diabetic friendly recipes like Baked Mushroom Rolls with Tomato and White Sauce or Stir Fry Wrap with Mushroom Sauce .

Oriental stir-fry, one of the most popular stir-fries in china is the oriental stir-fry. Traditionally this stir-fry is a mélange of vegetables that is in season. In some parts of china they also add steamed rice and noodles into this stir-fry making it an amazing dish. Cabbage, bean sprouts, broccoli and spring onions are tossed in hot oil infused with chili and garlic and served hot. You could throw in baby corn and other vegetables as well. A great dish as it is low in oil, high on the nutrition scale yet extremely delicious!

Made in a jiffy, this recipe is a good bet for any party. Tofu and bean sprouts generously boost the good-health quotient of this dish. Not to forget that I've used sugar substitutes instead of sugar. All of which makes this a safe venture for diabetics too! Preferably, use whole wheat noodles in the place of maida noodles. For those who have high blood pressure, high sodium foods like soya sauce should be restricted; hence I have used only 1 tsp of it. Garlic and red chilli flakes pep up the taste, but feel free to adjust their quantities as per your likings. Combine the noodles with a vegetable gravy dish for a complete meal combo.

Thai soups are either coconut-milk based or thin and clear flavoured with lemon grass and pepper. This thin clear soup is well-endowed with taste as well as therapeutic properties-especially if you have a cold or a sore throat. Soya sauce, garlic, and pepper add a nice tarty flavour making it an ideal soup to soothe your bad throat. If you are serving a Thai -based meal, begin with this thin soup dotted with paneer and vegetables, and your family will enjoy it.

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 roomali roti wrap with a right balance of flavours arising from mushrooms, peanuts, chick peas, lemon grass and khimchi salad.

A japanese version of pakodas! this is the authentic version of the tempura. Mixed sliced vegetables coated in tempura batter and deep fried. Serve this hot tempura with tempura sauce consisting of vegetable stock, soya sauce, sweet wine, ginger, radish and salt.

A spicy soup with rice noodles, while the stir-fried mixed vegetables add a hint of the oriental.

Here is an oriental delicacy with the dominant flavour of garlic and miscellaneous sauces! the hot and sour vegetable noodle salad combines a generous dose of veggies with cooked noodles, making it a rather wholesome starter if not a meal in its own right. Ensure that the veggies are fresh and crisp. Do not use old and softened veggies for this preparation. Also, make sure you retain the crunch of the blanched mushrooms and broccoli too, by refreshing them in cold water immediately after blanching.