Simple, tested recipes for everyday cooking
🌶️Some recipes don’t need fancy ingredients — they need the right balance of taste and memory.This khatti meethi theekhi green mirchi pickle reminds me of winter afternoons when the kitchen smelled of roasted peanuts, til, and slow-roasting chillies in a heavy pan. My mother would always say, “Mirchi ka achar patience se banta hai” — […]
Sardi ke din, subah ki halki thand aur ghar mein desi ghee ki khushboo—isi pal se Bajre ki Khichdi judi hoti hai. Ye sirf ek recipe nahi, balki maa-daadi ke haathon ka pyaar hai jo sharir ko garam rakhta hai, joints ko support karta hai aur pet ko shaant karta hai.Bajra, moong dal aur chana […]
A Small Pot, a Slow Flame, and a Lot of Patience Some recipes don’t shout.They whisper. Pomegranate molasses is one of those quiet kitchen rituals that asks for nothing except time. The first time I made it, there was no rush—just fresh pomegranates, stained fingers, and the soft bubbling sound of juice slowly becoming something […]
Some desserts don’t just satisfy your sweet tooth—they heal you quietly.This Sweet Potato Shahi Kheer was born on a slow afternoon in my kitchen, when leftover boiled sweet potatoes met the desire for something indulgent yet nourishing. In Indian households, kheer is more than a dessert—it’s comfort, celebration, and love served in a bowl. Sweet […]
Winter mornings in my kitchen always inspire me to create something vibrant, tangy, and easy to prepare. Recently, I experimented with fresh cranberries, crisp white onions, and a hint of green chili — and the result was a delightful explosion of flavors! This Cranberry and Green Chili Dry Sabzi is slightly sweet, mildly spicy, and perfectly sour and tangy. […]
Some recipes are created for celebrations, and some are designed for care. Haleem (Aliv) Ladoo belongs to the second kind. This traditional ladoo was never made in a hurry. In Indian homes, haleem seeds were soaked overnight—often in fresh coconut water—and simmered in pure desi ghee, because women’s bodies needed gentle nourishment, not quick sweetness. […]
A winter comfort dish straight from North Indian home kitchens When fresh green peas arrive in winter, many North Indian homes don’t rush to fancy dishes. Instead, we make Matar Nimona—slow-cooked, earthy, slightly coarse, and deeply comforting. This recipe is exactly how Nimona is prepared in real homes: ¾ peas ground coarsely, ¼ kept whole, […]
When winter arrives, our kitchens naturally turn towards warming, nourishing sweets made with til (white sesame) and gud (jaggery). This Gud Gajak is one such nostalgic treat—crunchy, aromatic, and full of homemade goodness.Made without sugar or flour, this gajak is rich in calcium, iron, and healthy fats, making it perfect for cold days and festive […]
Some recipes don’t shout for attention — they quietly win your heart.Muhammara is one of those soulful Middle Eastern dips that feels rustic, warm, and comforting from the very first bite. Originating from Aleppo, Syria, this deep red, smoky dip brings together roasted red peppers, walnuts, olive oil, and the magical tang of pomegranate molasses. […]
Some recipes are not just food—they are memories.This Bajra Khasta takes me back to winter afternoons when the kitchen smelled of warm ghee, jaggery melting slowly, and sesame seeds crackling softly. In those moments, health and taste walked hand in hand. Made with pearl millet flour, white sesame seeds, and natural jaggery, this khasta is […]