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Karigadubu (Fried Sweet Dumplings)

 It is that time of the year when we make the most sweet items . Shravana Maasa , the first of the four Chaturmasa is considered very auspicious and we perform Pooja to the  Dieties with all our devotion and excitement. Karigadubu means fried kadubu ( sweet dumplings made with Chana dal and Jaggery stuffed in Wheat flour dough and deep fried) . It is a mandatory sweet to make on special occasions like Varamahalakshmi Vratam, Shravan Shukravara Pooja, Shravan Gauri pooja.  Ingredients:  For the stuffing:( Hoorana) Chana Dal 1 cup Toor dal 1/2 cup Jaggery 3/4 -1 cup Cardamom powder  Camphor powder a small pinch For the dough: Wheat flour 1 cup Oil 1 tbsp Sugar 1 tsp Salt a pinch For Sathi : Rice flour 2 tbsp Ghee 1 tbsp For Frying: Oil  INSTRUCTION: 1 Thoroughly wash Chana Dal and Toor dal 3 times and add enough water to that bowl to let the dals soak for 2-3 hours. This will help the dals to cook easily. 2.For the Dough : 👉🏻Take rice flour and ghee in a mixing bowl and keep rubbing th
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Vegan Nigerian coconut cookie crisps (GF)

These are super crisp, flavourful and absolutely healthy cookies.Inspired by @kitchenbutterfly's recipe. This is a combination of coconut jam drops, coconut crisps and coconut candy. I have made them healthier by using almond flour instead of APF and coconut sugar instead of refined sugar. I did not have any Jam so made my own with fresh strawberries. INGREDIENTS: Almond flour 11/2 cup Dessicated coconut (med) 1 cup Coconut sugar 1/2 cup Baking powder 3/4 tsp Salt a pinch coconut oil 2 tbsp coconut extract 1 tbsp combined with 2 tbsp water Strawberry jam INSTRUCTION: 🥥 Preheat Oven at 350 degree F 🥥In a bowl, add flour, dessicated coconut,coconut sugar, baking powder and salt.Mix well. 🥥In another bowl,Whisk coconut oil and coconut extract water mixture and pour into dry ingredients. 🥥Make a smooth soft dough.If too soft , add more flour. 🥥Split the dough into half and roll thinly between 2 parchment paper.Cut the sides to make a it a square shape.Cut horizontally and ver
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Strawberry Slushie🍓🍓

A very simple, easy, and healthy summer dessert!Made with just 3 ingredients strawberries ,honey and ice.So smooth and creamy.!😋 I love strawberries and can eat it in any form.This is one of the easiest ways of enjoying this beautiful fruit.  We have been enjoying these summer frozen treats so much. All thanks to this hot weather! INGREDIENTS: Strawberries 15-20 Honey / Maple syrup 1/4 cup ( as per sweetness required) Ice 5-6 cubes INSTRUCTION: 1.Just add frozen strawberries, honey/maple syrup and ice in a blender , blend into a Coarse paste . 2.Pour into Glass cups and garnish with strawberries and serve😉
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Mason Jar Cherry Crumble (V,GF)

These individual cherry crumble mason jars are one of the easiest bakes, juicy cherries with a topping of Oats and a secret ingredient which is like a twist and made so much healthier.. Perfect for kids and elders too to grab their own cup and relish it peacefully. Inspired by this healthy recipe from @simplyquinoa, I had to bake these and they were all gone soon after they came out of the oven and got clicked 😀😉 INSTRUCTION: For the cherries Cherries (fresh/frozen) 1 1/2 cup pits removed Coconut sugar 2 tbsp Tapioca starch 2 tbsp Cinnamon Powder 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract 1/4 tsp For the topping. Oats 1 cup  Sattu flour 1/3 cup Coconut oil 1/3 cup Maple syrup 1/3 cup Vanilla essence 1 tsp Cinnamon powder 1/2 tsp INSTRUCTION: 1.Preheat Oven at 350 degrees F 2.Add the pitted cherries in a bowl, add in coconut sugar, tapioca starch , cinnamon powder and vanilla extract. Mix well and keep aside. 3.In another bowl, add all the ingredients mentioned under toppings and mix thoroughly. 4.Just
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Vegan Mac n cheese (stove top) using quinoa macaroni

 Vegan Mac n cheese (stove top) using quinoa macaroni I thought of making a simplified quick stove top version of Mac and cheese using @andean.dream quinoa macaronis , broccoli, @primalkitchenfoods vegan mayo and @violife_foods vegan cheese. We love pasta and always find a way to eat it 😀 So here comes my not so authentic mac n cheese version yet super flavourful🙌 INGREDIENTS: Quinoa Macaroni 1 pack Onion 1/2 chopped Broccoli florets 1 and 1/2 cups blanched Olive oil 1 tbsp Vegan cheese slices/shreds 1 cup Vegan Mayonnaise 1/2 cup Garlic powder 1 tbsp Onion powder 1 tbsp Salt to taste Coriander leaves finely chopped. INSTRUCTION: 1.Add the macaronis in boiling water and 1 tsp oil and let it cook Al- dante. 2.Heat an Iron skillet, add olive oil, chopped onion and saute.  3.Add blanched broccoli florets, roughly torn vegan cheese slices, vegan mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and keep mixing thoroughly .Make sure it doesn't burn.Add the boiled macaroni. 4.Cover with li
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Fennel Gingerbread Bundt cake(sweetened with dates)

This aromatic fennel gingerbread bundt cake is going to be your favorite festive cake as it is not only delicious but also super healthy. As the festive season approaches, we are more inclined towards baking cakes, cupcakes, cookies...but since they are loaded with sugars...I wanted to make them guilt-free! So here is an eggless sugar-free moist and delicious version of bundt style cake along with Date glaze. Usually, Gingerbread cake consists of molasses but since I did not have any in hand I tried to make this with date syrup. If you have molasses you can replace 1/4 cup of date syrup in the recipe with molasses. Also, the addition of roasted fennel seeds and ginger powder makes it so aromatic and perfect for this cold festive season. My kitchen was filled with wonderful aromas from ginger, fennel, and date syrup. I recently came across this Einkorn All-purpose flour and wanted to substitute the regular All-purpose flour with it. Einkorn is nature's original wheat and has remaine
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Spicing Up Life: A Journey Through Indian Spices

Indian cuisine is renowned for its rich and diverse use of spices, which are the cornerstone of its flavors. These spices not only add taste and aroma but also provide a myriad of health benefits. Here are some basic Indian spices :🫚 Turmeric (Haldi) : Known for its vibrant yellow color, it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It's a key ingredient in curry powders and spice blends. 🟤Cumin (Jeera) : Cumin seeds are used both whole and ground. They have a warm, earthy flavor and are common in Indian spice blends, like garam masala. 🌿Coriander (Dhania) : Both the seeds and fresh leaves (cilantro) are used. Coriander seeds have a citrusy, slightly sweet flavor, while cilantro leaves add a fresh, herbal note. 🍃Cardamom (Elaichi) : Cardamom comes in two varieties: green and black. It has a sweet, aromatic flavor and is often used in desserts, chai tea, and spice mixes. 🟫Cinnamon (Dalchini) : Cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon add a warm, sweet-spicy flavor to both savor
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Lauki ke pakode / Bottlegourd Fritters

"Lauki Ke Pakode: A Delicious Twist on Traditional Fritters Tea time definitely demands some or the other snack and so made these pakodes with bottle gourd for the first time and these came out so perfect and crispy that they were gone in no time😅  Fritters, or "pakode" in Hindi, are a beloved snack in Indian cuisine. While classics like potato and onion pakoras are popular, there's a hidden gem that often goes unnoticed - Lauki Ke Pakode, or Bottle Gourd Fritters. This dish combines the goodness of bottle gourd with the crunch of a perfectly fried fritter, creating a unique and flavorful snack. **Why Lauki Ke Pakode?** - **Health Benefits:** Lauki, or bottle gourd, is a highly nutritious vegetable known for its numerous health benefits. It is low in calories, rich in vitamins and minerals, and aids in digestion. - **Innovative Twist:** While traditional pakoras are delicious, Lauki Ke Pakode offer a unique and healthier alternative. The subtle flavor of bottle gour
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