Instant Dosas – Moong Dal Dosa || Chaitime

‘Almost Always’ is when I forget to soak rice and Urad dal (black gram) overnight, and I’m quite positive that there are many like me who realize this mistake ONLY the next day and end up vividly dreaming about a hot plate of crispy, buttery, golden brown dosas (crêpe) with delicious potato filling and spicy…

Salad Mania || Chaitime

The popular GOT phrase – ‘Winter is coming’ is soon going to be taking a long vacation. Although we are under a cold spell at the moment, it’s safe to say that the season of Cherry Blossoms is right around the corner. Spring is my favorite season of the year. This is mostly because my…

Spicy Masala Puri || Chaitime

I love Winter! ❤ The magic in the first cold winter breeze is almost tangible! Hot cocoa…Christmas lights…S’mores…the many holiday parties…the little golden Reindeer ornament…New Year’s resolutions that you know are a total waste of time…puppies in sweaters..cuddling with friends and family…what’s not to love! All I can dream about during this season are fleece…

Watermelon-Feta Salad || Chaitime

Summer is here! Beaches, sunshine, blue skies, sunglasses, flip-flops, sun-dresses, weird straw hats, picnic baskets, cold coffees, ice creams, popsicles, frozen yogurt, slushies, melons, berries………….do you feel yourself nicely wrapped up in a happy summer vibe right now??? Good! Because today’s recipe is all colorful and summery! 😀 Out of all the different kinds of melons,…

Tofu Makhani || Chaitime

Paneer dishes are my all-time favorites! A paneer dish cooked with the right kind of ingredients, at the right spice level, served at the right temperature…..YUMMY! Nothing can replace the wonderful taste of butter-fried paneer cubes in the right kind of marinade. NOTHING I tell you. Oh wait, enter the Tofu! 🙂 We all know…

Green Bean Fries || Chaitime

Now who doesn’t like French Fries?? I know they’re unhealthy and greasy …but who doesn’t like them!! The taste of a perfectly-sized crispy fry dipped in slightly spiced tomato ketchup is one of the simple pleasures of life. I recently discovered one more to add to these pleasures. Green Bean Fries! Simple to make and real tasty,…

Green Peas Cutlet || Chaitime

I have always thought that when rain is raining all around, a bowl of spicy snack and a cup of hot tea makes a huge difference! This combination can spice up a dull, rainy evening. Couple this combination with a book and you’re set! Today’s on the blog recipe is Green Peas Cutlet.  A simple…

Smoothie Bar || Chaitime

The season of sweaters is finally here! Orange, red, yellow, plaid, lace, hay, pumpkins, pears, apples, cranberries, spices…the season of fall unfolds unlimited goodness – be it fiery hues, cozy fashion, scary folklore or FOOD! Nothing quite like the spicy aroma of a pumpkin pie filling your kitchen and dominating your house…Nothing quite like a refreshing glass of…