The Amaranth Energy Ball!
I usually make popped amaranth granola for my breakfast or usually a light snack. But these are quite different from my routine. Since everyone around me is in the Festive Navratri mood, I thought of making Rajgira Laddus. It is…
Who likes chicken keema/mince?
I honestly don’t even know how it tastes but everyone tells me it is better than my vegetarian food, believe it or not, that breaks my heart. I have a preference of vegan food as it is extremely healthy for…
If you love a sweet porridge, give this a shot!
Such a simple bowl of goodness. AMARANTH PORRIDGE This is a high protein sweet treat for “protein” enthusiasts. You will love it. Growing up, my gran used to make this during special festive occasions or on times we needed to…
Pancakes? Anyone?
I think we all love pancakes, and the best part is, we all have some or the other version of pancakes in our different parts of the world. In india itself, we have so many versions of it. I relish…
Have you heard of matcha?
I’m getting particularly fond of matcha porridge these days. Matcha is high in a catechin called EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which is believed to have cancer-fighting effects on the body. Studies have linked matcha to a variety of health benefits, like…
Importance of Cultural Foods in Our Diet
Did you know? Culture plays such an important role in a diet (food, in general, is what I mean here). Besides having unique body mechanisms, we thrive on food habits developed over the years. Of course, some of these habits…
Who loves a good old desi poha?
Poha or as we used to call it chivda, is made with flattened pressed rice. I made this version with brown rice (nutritionally, not a significant difference from the traditional one but yes, slightly more fibrous). It’s good for once…
Who loves TABOULEH?
Well, I’ve not always loved tabouleh. But since the time I started adding quinoa to it, I’ve absolutely loved it!!!! I love the version I make. It’s so simple and as you know it, I’m a minimalist. I’m not going…
Are you a burger fan?
Well, here’s a healthier version that you can eat and enjoy! Made with fibrous wholewheat burger buns along with oats flour and veggie patty. I do so many different kinda patties (some with quinoa and veggies; quinoa and lentils or…
Why do you need a health goal? And what does that even mean?
What are H E A L T H G O A L S? What does it even mean?? No matter at what stage we’re at, we need a goal. Looks like everyone today is creating something HEALTHY or “leading a…