Authentic vegetarian recipes

Khasta Kachori (lentil filled pastry topped with onions and chutney)

This Christmas my sons gave me some really thoughtful gifts – some of which took me by surprise. The gift…

12 January 2012

Vegetarian Party Menu ideas

Have you heard of the saying - You can choose your friends but not your relations?   Well  - I'll…

22 December 2011

Malai Kofta Curry (vegetable balls in thick gravy)

I always used to order Malai Kofta Curry (vegetable balls in thick gravy) whenever we ate out as I used…

18 December 2011

Chocolate Barfi – A classic Indian Sweet (Mithai)

  Chocolate barfi (or sometimes spelled burfi) was a favourite of mine when I was a child and is now…

13 November 2011

Ragda Patties or Hot Pea Soup Topped with Potato Patties

Now that winter's here, it's time for hot soups.  I love soups of any kind but sometimes crave for something …

28 November 2010

Ladoo or Churma na ladoo

Churma na ladoo is one sweet, my family, including the kids, love. These ladoos remind me of my brother's birthday…

9 August 2010

Coriander Chutney with chilies, garlic and ginger

Most Indian snacks are served with this green coriander chutney.   A lot of Indian restaurants and take away places give…

5 February 2010

Chapatis or fulka rotlis, rotis or Indian bread

Chappatis or fulka rotlis, rotis or Indian bread are made from wheat flour and eaten with most Indian curries.  Different…

31 January 2010

Aubergine Caviar or Baigan Bharta or ORO

Today's recipe is a very easy and versatile dish using Aubergines. Aubergines come in all shapes and colours ranging from…

14 January 2010