No matter how much you try not to get drawn into a carpet-buying trip by a well-meaning Kashmiri man in Delhi, you will probably at some point end up in a carpet shop. On the bright side, the Kashmiri tea they serve is a delicacy, rarely found outside of these shops,...
Travel the length and breadth of India today and you will find lassis of every kind, texture, and flavor. The best one I ever had was from Blue Lassi in Varanasi. This avocado and honey lassi borrows from that one. Creamy and rich from the blended avocado flesh and...
I first ate this dish when out with friends at a restaurant called Chulha in Goa. One bite and the conversation faded while this broccoli and I had a real moment together. The key to making this dish great is cramming the mixture into the nooks and crannies of the...
I have given recipes for these well-loved triangles of joy in Made in India, but here are a couple of new variations. These can be made in advance, frozen and then baked at the last minute, making them perfect for parties. Follow the instructions here on how to fill,...
I prefer bundled spinach to bagged spinach for this preparation. Keep the spinach leaves turned in the same direction when cooking for the prettiest nigiri. Rice Prep Time: Up to 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 15 minutesMakes 12 pieces 8 oz (250 g) fresh spinach leaves,...
Soaking the eggplant in heavily salted water works wonders. The salt draws out the bitterness and leaves behind a pleasant, fresh taste. The overall texture of the cooked eggplant will be simultaneously firm and creamy. Use this technique before preparing any eggplant...
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 20 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ½-cup servings Most kids look forward to holiday meals because of the main course and the dessert. I didn't, though! I've always been a fan of vegetables, especially pickled vegetables, and my mom's kraut has always...
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 15 minutes | YIELD: 4 x ¾-cup servings Brussels sprouts are an acquired taste for some new Eat-Clean Diet followers, but once you've tried this recipe, you'll never look back. Cooking Brussels sprouts with wine and shallots gives them an...
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 25 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ¾-cup servings Roasted potatoes are a family favorite in my house. They produce a delicious smell that draws everyone to the dinner table with eager appetites. I love the smoky quality given to these potatoes by the...
PREP: 20 minutes | COOK: 12-15 minutes | YIELD: 6 x 1-cup servings Who doesn't love a good fry? I know for a lot of new Eat-Clean Diet followers ditching fries can be a little challenging. To them I say, Don't despair! There are so many ways to Clean up your fries...
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