Growing up in New Jersey (the best Indian Food in the States), I was spoiled with delicious Indo-Chinese food all the time. Even though tagging along to go to Edison with my mom meant going to too many stores, I knew it ended with delicious street food. Chili Paneer is a classic Indo-Chinese starter that…
This Tandoori Tofu Rice Bowl is packed with spices from the tandoori tofu, zestiness from the chutney and freshness from the veggies. I love how this bowl is also filled with nutrients from the veggies and protein from the tofu. Being a vegetarian, protein can…
Samosa grilled cheese is a modern take on the classic Indian potato and pea samosa. This crispy grilled cheese is filled with spices, cheese and chutney. Samosas are Indian triangle shaped appetizers typically filled with potatoes and peas, but are found with a variety of…
Jeera (Cumin) rice is a classic Indian side dish consisting of Basmati Rice, Cumin seeds, Ghee and other whole spices. Jeera rice is typically eaten with Vegetable Curry, Meat Curry or Daal (lentil soup). I love going to an Indian Restaurant and getting some butter…
Vegetable Biryani is a layered Indian rice dish filled with different spices, vegetables and herbs (and it’s one of the favorite foods!) In my efforts to make all of the favorite restaurant foods, this restaurant-style vegetable biryani hits all of the spots, in the comfort…
Restaurant-Style Butter Paneer is a creamy, tomato based dish with cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese), typically eaten with a classic naan or basmati rice. This is hands down the BEST restaurant-style butter paneer recipe ever! You get that classic restaurant flavor, all in the…
Aloo paratha is a well-liked dish from North India which involves a flatbread that is filled with spiced potatoes. It is commonly enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack, and is a preferred choice for many people in the region. Fortunately, preparing aloo paratha is…
Buckle up because there is a short story with this recipe. Growing up my mom was known amongst our friends and family for her no bake mango mousse pie, she was always asked to make it for every party. My mom is a vegetarian, but…
Cilantro Mint Chutney is as loved as ketchup in most Indian households. This is a tangy, spicy, minty sauce perfect to top any dish. Green chutney is one of those recipes where each family makes different, some like it spicier or with more cilantro. I…