WHAT IS PALAK PANEER? Homemade Pakistani Palak Paneer (Spinach Paneer) , an Indian/Pakistani dinner recipe with roots in North India, has traversed its way to Pakistan and gained popularity in both countries. This recipe features Palak, the Hindi/Urdu term for spinach, and Paneer, a type of South Asian or Indian cottage cheese. This beloved Indian/Pakistani recipe is relished by numerous enthusiasts. Whether you’re entertaining guests at a party or simply yearning for a tasty curry, this mild-spiced dish aligns with several other vegetarian recipes on the blog, such as Aloo Chana, Aloo Baigan, and Aloo Matar....

WHAT IS MOONG DAL KHICHIDI? Allow me to teach you How To Make Moong Dal Khichidi At Home (Step by Step). Hey, It’s so easy, delicious, and comes together in no time. Moong Dal Khichdi isn’t just a meal, it’s the whole deal! Moong Dal Khichidi is a vegetarian recipe. This recipe originated in India and made its way to Pakistan. Whip it up with rice and lentils, and you got yourself a dish that’s straight-up healthy, hearty, and all that good stuff!...

This Instant Pot Mutton Biryani recipe is an absolute mind-blower. Mutton Biryani is a goat gravy deliciously wrapped around orange rice, resulting in an impeccable flavor. This Mutton Biryani is more flavorful than spicy, leveraging the perfect balance. WHAT IS MUTTON BIRYANI? Instant Pot Mutton Biryani is a North Indian/Pakistani rice dish wrapped in a delicious meat (goat) gravy. Its layers of rice and meat gravy will be among the most aromatic smells you will encounter....

Sometimes, I love spending time on a truly amazing side dish and serving it up with something simple as a main. Side dishes have so much potential to steal the show of the meal, and this is no exception! We enjoyed this mushroom and wild rice pilaf with simple seared salmon for dinner. But I kept going in for seconds – and thirds! – of the pilaf. This would be a great side dish for Thanksgiving or any holiday, but is delicious year round and easy enough to make for a casual weeknight dinner....

Watch how to make Nasi Goreng The chicken is tender and juicy, the rice is packed with flavour from the dark soy sauce, and the veggies can be customised to suit your family’s tastes. And let’s not forget about the runny egg on top—it’s the perfect finishing touch! This dish is delicious as is, but I also like to add fried shallots and sambal chilli for extra texture and flavour. 5 from 5 reviews...

Simple summer nectarine and fennel salad with miso dressing is on the menu tonight. It’s easy and quick to throw together, deliciously juicy and hydrating – absolutely prefect for hot summer days when cooking and eating feels like a chore. Good fennel is hard to find where I live so when I see it I grab possibly more than I need and then we have fennel in every salad I make for a week....

This Indian inspired black eyed peas curry recipe is family friendly, Instant Pot cooked, and packed with subtle healing spices like turmeric, mustard seeds, and garlic. It is enjoyed by my family on New Years Day to bring good health and wealth for the year ahead. Black Eyed Peas and Greens Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you purchase a product using that particular link....

This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! 💭 Why this recipe works Why you’ll love this recipe Who has time to chill dough? No one! This has zero chill time, but still spreads beautifully! Also check out these no chill sugar cookies! Delivers on everything you love in a chocolate chip cookie - crisp edges, chewy centers and loads of melted chocolate goodness....

Now, when I say one-pan, I mean it. Uncooked pasta is tossed into the pan (no cluttering up the stovetop or waiting for pasta water to boil!) and the starches released from the pasta help to thicken the luscious sauce. Don’t feel limited by the broccoli either, there are plenty of other delicious veggie variations, which I’ve listed below for you. It’s the ultimate recipe to use up any odds and ends in the fridge....

This is “one of those recipes.” I’ve been making it for years- for myself, for friends, for potlucks, for meal prep… I come back to this recipe again and again because it’s a) easy; b) delicious, and c) so nutritious and healthy! Spicy quinoa and black beans is the ultimate healthy yet satisfying (and scrumptious!) dish. And it’s a really easy, one-pot meal! It’s vegan but will appeal to meat-eaters in its heartiness, and it’s packed with nutrient-rich quinoa, vegetables, beans, and tons of flavor....

WHAT IS DUM KA KEEMA? Pakistani-Style Dum Ka Keema (Smoked Ground Beef) is truly unique. This simple Pakistani recipe involves adding all the ingredients to a pot, sealing it, and letting it cook—then, your Dum Ka Keema is ready. Originating in Pakistan, this recipe is quite popular in many Pakistani restaurants. This Pakistani dinner recipe features smoked ground beef. The addition of chana powder and raw papaya (kacha papita) makes the ground beef incredibly tender, similar to the softness of Beef Tikka and Mutton Chaaps....

This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! 💭 Why you’ll love this recipe It’s hearty and filling. Pinto beans are packed with protein, fiber, and other nutrients including iron and potassium making them a perfect choice for a satisfying meal. Just like these delicious homemade refried beans, this pinto bean soup recipe is a hearty, delicious weeknight meal for the winter months!...

WHAT ARE MASALA FRIES? Crispy and packed with flavor, our Quick Masala-Spiced Fries are made with deep-fried potatoes coated in a carefully crafted homemade masala blend, turning them into a true culinary delight. Inspired by the vibrant food traditions of India and Pakistan. Masala fries are one of my favorite Pakistani/Indian appetizer or street foods to eat when I visit Pakistan. On the first day there, I always treat myself to a combo of Dahi Puri Chaat, a Zinger Burger, and, of course, Masala fries....

Potsticker dumplings are one of my favourite things to eat so I thought it’s high time they made an appearance on the blog. The dough is very similar to Polish pierogi, which I grew up on, so perhaps that is why I love them so much. They seem strangely familiar yet exotic at the same time. There is something nice about biting into a crispy dumpling filled with a delicious, spicy filling....

Best of all: it’s mostly sweetened with molasses (which, fun fact, is an awesome source of calcium, iron, and magnesium) instead of refined sugar. The cake is not too sweet, and it’s full of all the delicious holiday spices you love, including both ground AND fresh ginger. And the orange mascarpone cream is fluffy, light, and divine- the fresh orange flavor pairs perfectly with the gingerbread cake. In the spring, we planted a satsuma orange tree in our back yard....

WHAT IS PANEER KARAHI? Stovetop Indian Paneer Karahi With Bell pepper is Indian cottage cheese mixed in Homemade Karahi Masala and it’s a tomato-based curry. This Indian dinner recipe is a vegetarian recipe and is originated in India. It’s extremely popular among Indians and foreigners across the globe. This Paneer recipe is better than any restaurant guaranteed. Paneer Karahi is a hidden gem on this blog because you can get the Karahi taste with vegetarian recipe....

This may just be my new favorite snack. I can’t seem to stop eating it! Which is a-OK by me, since this recipe is completely guilt-free and chock full of super nutritious ingredients. Carrots and chickpeas make this a veggie- and protein-packed snack, with plenty flavor from an awesome combination of lemon juice, garlic, honey, and Sriracha. Om nom nom nom nom. This could not be easier to make. Throw some carrots and garlic in a food processor (or blender, as long as you grate the carrots first), and process until finely minced....

WHAT IS MANGO CUSTARD? Sweet Mango Custard with Custard Powder is a simple and delicious dessert. You just mix custard powder with milk and sugar on the stovetop, then let it set and chill in the refrigerator. It’s one of the quickest and easiest desserts to make. While traditional Pakistani desserts like Kulfi or Sooji Ka Halwa are classics, for me, this is one of the best Pakistani/Indian dessert recipes. This feels like a bowl of my childhood....

Jingle bells, jingle bells…Is it me or has this whole festive period malarkey come a bit early this year? Although maybe it just seems like that to me as I lost an entire month to sanding and painting…Anyway, I am acutely aware that our American friends are all gearing up for Thanksgiving already (and it feels like they have something big to be thankful for this year, wink wink!) and Christmas is not far behind…Although I do wonder what it’s going to be like this year....

Happy Thursday, guys! I hope you are doing well and staying safe in these challenging times. After several gloriously warm and sunny days, here in Bristol, it’s our turn to take some rain and so I have the overwhelming need for comfort, and that includes some comfort food. While I love and am capable of making a wide variety of foods, it is pasta that I always seem to gravitate towards when I want something simple, yet ultimately really comforting, to eat....