Muskmelon Seeds Curd - simple alternate to dairy based curd!
I heard from a dear friend that she makes curd from muskmelon seeds and tasted very close to the dairy curd we all are so accustomed to. This version of curd is soy free, nut free and is very neutral in flavor. It doesn't give a thick scoop-able curd like peanut curd, but works very well otherwise to use in chaas or kadhi or to eat plain.
Cauliflower Sabji Achaari style
This is another recipe lifted from grannygaru's magical kitchen. Do check recipe andhra-spice-mix-for-vegetables-add-the-goodness-of-nuts-seedsfrom grannygaru. The magnificence of this recipe lies in its simplicity. It's an example of the adage less is more… minimal use of spices enhancing the real flavor of the vegetable and the subtle spices.
Olan (Pumpkin Stew) - add variety to your plate!
A mildly flavored, stew-style side dish from Kerala. Dairy free.
Green Moong Dal Chilla - Kids Eat It Too
GREEN MOONG DAAL CHILLA – YOUR ALLY FOR WEIGHT LOSS! Add variety to your Rotis. Go grain free some days a week. Children love it too. Serve it to them with home-made chutneys
Choco spread – make your breads tasty & healthful!
Spreads are a great way to liven up your rolls or sandwiches. However, many of the store-bought pastes have very little nuts and more of sugar and oil. You can make a healthier, tasty alternative at home with quality ingredients and no preservatives.
Homemade Natural Deodorant- DIY Cosmetic Recipe
Our skin is the largest organ of elimination in our bodies. Sweating is a way for the body to throw out toxins and cool the body too. Deodorants act by blocking the pores of the skin and prevent sweating. Commercially available deodorants contain many harmful chemicals least of all which is aluminium. These cause toxicity and hormonal issues. It is better instead to wear a sleeveless top in case you are worried about sweat. However, if you are still in need of a deodorant on occasion, here is an easy DIY deo recipe which can be made from easily available ingredients.
Kambu dosa (Bajra or Pearl millet dosa)
Kambu (or known as Bajra in North India) is the most widely grown millet variety in India. It is easy to digest and high in nutrition – having almost 8 times the iron content found in polished rice. Add a nutritious variety to your dosas by using kambu instead of normal rice. Here is the traditional method, which uses millets in whole form and requires fermentation overnight.
Sorghum (Jowar) Dosa – From whole kernels!
Crispy dosas are welcome anytime of the day. Millets are a great way to replace polished rice while making dosas. Try this wholesome recipe for a lovely meal.
Choco Fig Fudge - energizing start for the day!
Another simple fruit-based dessert which no one at home is going to say no to! Offer these to your fussy eaters, and see their delight. The choco mousse-like taste ensures it's lapped up by kids and adults alike.
Instant Ragi Porridge
Ragi is a variety of millets rich in calcium and iron. Here's a recipe for making a simple recipe with the highly nutritious ragi- ragi porridge! It is ideal to be used as a natural, first-food for babies. It is easy to digest and is a great alternative to processed instant foods. Prepare the porridge with some simple variations like ginger, cinnamon to a healthy breakfast option for adults or as a light meal when wanting to give a break to your digestive system.
Instant Kambu dosa (Bajra or Pearl millet dosa)
Kambu (or known as Bajra in North India) is the most widely grown millet variety in India. It is easy to digest and high in nutrition – having almost 8 times the iron content found in polished rice. Add a nutritious variety to your dosas by using kambu instead of normal rice. The traditional method of making it is time consuming as it requires fermentation. When in a rush, try this no-fermentation version of making this dosa!
Ragi Porridge - for babies
Ragi is a variety of millets rich in calcium and iron. Here's a recipe for making a simple recipe with the highly nutritious ragi- ragi porridge! It is ideal to be used as a natural, first-food for babies. It is a great alternative to processed instant foods. The method used here is the conventional method which takes a bit more time as it requires sprouting. However, it is higher in nutrition and easy to digest. Prepare the porridge with some simple variations like ginger, cinnamon to a healthy breakfast option for adults or as a light meal when wanting to give a break to your digestive system. Wellcure Tip: The sprouted ragi powder needed for this recipe can be prepared beforehand and stored. It stores well for many months.
Begun Bhaja (Pan Toasted Brinjal slices) - no deep-frying!
A classic Bengali recipe which is prepared with marinated brinjal slices, which are commonly known as 'Begun' in Bengali, that are fried and enjoyed alongside a meal. Begun Bhaja is a favourite of Bengalis and is super-easy to prepare. Though, popularly the eggplant slices are round in shape, you can also use the long brinjal and cut long slices. There are many variations to this simple dish. Easy to make and serve without much pre-preparations.
Grated Carrot Coconut Salad
While most us are familiar with eating raw carrots, but doesn't it sometimes get boring to have just the carrot sticks for salad! Well! Here's how to make eating carrots interesting and more fun! All you need is some grated carrot and grated coconut along with basic tempering ingredients. Its that easy and take just about 15 minutes to do! So this weekend, get your favourite salad bowl out and put together some grated carrots topped with this quick tempering to get a delicious salad! You may want to skip your meal!
Coconut Imli Jaggery Dip - simple way to add natural fats to your meals!
Adding coconut to your dietary intake and replacing refined sugar with less-processed options (like jaggery) are two significant changes that may have positive impact on your long term health. This recipe is a good example to begin incorporating these changes for healthier eating habits. The khatta-meetha taste of imli-jaggery chutney is already popular in most households. An addition of grated coconut not only enhances the aroma and taste of this chutney it enhances its nutritional value as well! Coconut is a wholesome nut which is rich in fibre and has high nutritional value. Hence a must add to your meals!
Keerai Masiyal (Mashed Mixed Greens) - simple side dish with the nutrition of greens!
This is a dish from Tamil Nadu. Keerai means greens and masiyal means mashed. Usually, a mix of different types of tender greens are bought fresh daily by vendors selling them on hand-drawn carts who make their rounds every morning. The mix of greens is then carefully cleaned and made into this quick, tasty masiyal to be relished with rice or millets.
Fresh Garlic Chutney - homemade, easy-to-make!
Chutneys are superb accompaniments to most snacks and are also a great way to add zing to an otherwise bland meal. Here's a recipe to prepare a spicy garlic chutney to tingle your taste buds. It's also a great way of adding healthy ingredients like garlic, sesame seeds and coconut to your intake. Preparing chutneys at home using fresh and healthy ingredients, like this one is always a wonderful idea as it gets you the best of taste minus the additives that are commonly found in the commercially available options.
Horsegram Chutney - protein rich - great addition to kids meals!
This is a great way of adding wholesome legumes to your dietary intake. Usually, legumes are consumed prepared as dals, but blending them into a chutney along with other healthy ingredients and aromatic spices yield a deliciously alternative way of having them. Horsegram is a substantial source of plant based protein and is very high on fibre. Hence it is a highly recommended addition to kids meals. Serve this lip-smacking chutney along with idli/dosa/chillas for lunch or at snack time.
Chopped Cucumber Coconut Salad
Available in abundance during the summer months, cucumber is the king of vegetables for a summer salad.With its high water content, its a must have to keep you hydrated in summers. Variate the cut of cucumber in each salad (chopped, chunky, sliced, half moon, like noodles) and you have different tasting salad. Add a different nut (coconut, peanut, sesame) and it lends more variety.This recipe puts together crunchy cucumbers with fresh coconut. It's a very basic, quick to do salad with a south Indian style tempering. Goes well with a simple dal-chawal meal or can be served with almost anything.
Makhana Munchies
Makhanas (fox nuts, lotus seeds) are the perfect healthy office snack. Stock them at your workplace!! This is also our go-to-carry snacks for the kids. Whether a trip to mall, or an evening out in park, this is a handy snack equally enjoyed by kids.
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