Mix vegetable khichdi is a simple recipe for preparing the popular rice and lentil based recipe called khichadi. Added vegetables to the dal and rice mixture makes the vegetable khichadi a complete meal in itself. Enjoy with fresh curds.

Baingan bharta or Baingan ka bhurtha or Baingan da bhurtha is a South Asian dish bearing a resemblance to baba ganoush. Baingan bharta is a part of the national cuisines of both India and Pakistan. It is primarily a vegetarian dish that comprises bhurtha (minced vegetables) made from eggplant (baingan) which is grilled over charcoal or direct fire, to infuse the dish with a smoky flavour. The smoked eggplant is mashed with fresh cilantro (coriander leaves), chili pepper, onion and mustard oil. Traditionally, the dish is often eaten with an Indian flatbread (specifically roti or paratha) and is also served with rice and/or raita, a yogurt salad. Baingan bartha is also eaten in Bangladesh.

Gulab Jamun is a dessert common in the countries of the Indian subcontinent. The Persian word Gulab (گلاب) means rose, as rosewater syrup is often used, although saffron syrup and honey are also common. Jamun may refer to the jambul fruit, which is usually of a similar size to pieces of the dessert. There are various claims regarding the originator of the dish, with some saying a Sikh chef named Sajjan Dhillon first prepared it as a delicacy for the king of Punjab. The dessert also became popular throughout the Ottoman Empire.

Carrot Halwa also known as gajrala is a traditional Punjabi dessert made with carrots and milk. Gajar Halwa is delicious warm or cold.

Atta halwa is a very tasty, mouth-watery sweet. Very easy sweet to make quick.

Find recipes for creamy red pepper and tomato soup, lentil tomato soup with spicy chilli peppers, as well as chunky roast pepper tomato soup and much more.

Carrot Halwa or gajar ka gajerela is a sweet dessert pudding associated mainly with the state of Punjab in India & Pakistan. It is made by placing grated carrot in a jar containing a specific amount of water, milk and sugar and then cooked, stirring regularly. It is often served with a garnish of almonds and pistachios The nuts and other items used are first sautéed in ghee, a South Asian clarified butter.

Pineapple kesari is a delightful delicious Indian sweet Recipe.Pineapple kesari commands an unique place among Indian Indian sweet Keasari recipes.It can be had with cardamom powder.Its a very good evening time sweet.

Soya Chunks Manchurian is enjoyed in we tor dry form, it is spicy and tangy with lots of soya sauce flavor which is basically a Indo-Chinese dish which is prepared to suite Indian food.As it is prepared with soya chunks, it is rich in bean protein which is very healthy food that can be added as a side dish to any menu.

Chicken Tawa is a dish generally cooked on roadside dhabas on big tawas. This dish goes well with hot naans/rotis.

This North-Indian dessert is really easy to make. It does not require too many ingredients , but is rich in flavor & finger-licking good. It can be served as dessert or snack. This classic sweet is a favorite of mine and one of the sweets I prepared for Diwali.

Potata Fry

Chappati upma is an innovative upma recipe with left over chapattis soaked and then cooked with onion, mustard seeds, curry leaves, lime juice and chopped coriander leaves. An excellent breakfast item, chapatti upma is easy and delicious.

Cashew Tomato Soup has hippie roots as it is based on a recipe found in The Tassajara Recipe Book, but its rich and spicy creaminess makes it a favorite for modern palates as well. I serve it to everyone and mention that it's vegan only when there's a vegan around to care. It's a quick and simple dish that can easily be made ahead of time and reheated just before serving.

A simple yogurt dessert with a delightful nutty crunch, this is a perfect way to end an Indian meal. The cardamom and pistachios really add a special dimension to this tempting pudding. Simply divine.