Kerala Beef Roast

It’s been a while since I shared a recipe from Kerala. Here is one that will knock your socks off with its outstanding flavor! Beef Roast a.k.a beef ularthiyathu is a signature dish of the Christian community in Kerala. You will find it on festive occasions along with Kerala parotta! 🙂 So good! Time:  Prep time –…

Fried Rice

Hope everyone had a wonderful Diwali! Here is a simple recipe for all of you to try. This is now my go-to recipe when I am craving Asian food but want it to be healthier than take-out fried rice. Enjoy 🙂 Ingredients:  Basmati Rice – 1.5 cups (Cooked and preferably cold) Large Onion – 1…

Chilli Paneer

Nothing like Indo-Chinese food to perk up your day! One of my fondest memories was to go to Ching’s restaurant with my family in Bangalore and eat some mouth-watering food. Our order would always have hunan chicken, chicken lollipop, egg fried rice, and yes, Chilli Paneer! Here is my recreation of that dish. Enjoy 🙂 Ingredients for…

Sweet and Sour Chicken

Rather than order in to satisfy our Chinese food craving, I decided to make some homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken. 🙂 Turned out really good with a great balance of sourness from the apple cider and sweetness from the rest of the sauce. I love that it has a lot of vegetables in it too,…

Asian Bean Sprouts Salad

Today I paired a healthy salad with our Asian lunch (fried rice and sesame chicken). So I took my sprouts recipe from the past and changed it up a little bit. The result was a fresh, crunchy, sprout salad with a spicy kick. We loved it and hope you will too! Time:  Prep time –…

Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry

Part of my comfort food list, this dish is a simple one bringing out the excellent flavors of chicken and broccoli. Homely and delicious with every single bite. I made it on a cold day and it warmed my heart and stomach! Enjoy it with a bowl of rice 🙂 Time:  Prep time – 20…

Kung Pao Chicken

I have grown up eating Kung Pao Chicken at the local Chinese restaurant, and it was a favorite for my family. We would enjoy it with some egg fried rice. It’s a quick dish to put together with so much flavor and crunch from peanuts. There are many styles out there to prepare this dish…

Baby Corn and Mushroom Stir Fry

Mushrooms and baby corn make an excellent combination! Here is a simple recipe you can try if you are craving some Asian food. It was quick to put together and had a whole lotta flavor! Baby corn is low carb and high fiber food, so it’s great if you’re watching those calories.  I had this…

Salad with Peanut Hoisin Sauce

Who says healthy eating can’t be yum? This salad was so good, I could eat this for a while to come. The best part is the creamy peanut dressing (lol no judging me :D). I’ve been tripping on salads lately in an attempt to eat cleaner and this is my latest addiction. If you need…

Broccoli Garlic Stir Fry

To all those who don’t enjoy broccoli, try this and let me know if you feel the same way. It’s a classic broccoli garlic stir fry recipe that’s going to convert you to a broccoli lover. I had this a few weeks back with steamed tilapia, crunchy green beans, and plain rice. It was fabulous!…