Party recipes

Kewra essence is a flavouring substance extracted from the flower of the Pandanus or screw pine tree. An irresistible flavour, it is commonly used in north India and Pakistan, as well as in places like Australia and the Pacific Islands, where the trees are found in large numbers. This Kewra Phirni i ....

This salad is a mélange of flavors and colors. It is quiet refreshing with the combination of fresh vegetables and tangy pineapple prepared in citrus sweet dressing. Toss in crisp iceberg lettuce, it adds a definite crunch to the salad. Serve immediately and ....

A gooey, cheesy, saucy and spicy starter with a mind-boggling flavour and texture, Stuffed Jalapenos is sure to excite anybody who takes a bite! Here, roasted jalapenos are stuffed with a creamy paneer mixture, topped with chunky salsa and cheese, and baked to ....

Rich with the aroma of ghee, these Spinach Rotis are a thoughtful addition to any meal. The whole wheat dough is fortified with spinach puree, which adds to the nutrient content, flavour and visual appeal of the rotis. It also makes the rotis a bit softer than usual and quite enjoyable. A dash o ....

Shahi paneer is an easy tasty recipe to prepare the traditional favorite shahi paneer. Mouthwatering, quick to prepare and a perfect vegetable or paneer dish to serve on special occasions!

South Indian festival menus are just not complete without Moong Dal Payasam. Considered as one of the most auspicious offerings to God, it is made during most pujas, and is served as the first item on the plantain leaf during a traditional meal. Moong ....

With ripe mangoes, you think of making everything from ice-cream and smoothies to fruit salads and muffins – everything except a savoury curry, right? Just think – why not? Savoury and spicy, at the same time tangy and sweet, the Ripe Mango Curry is one in a million. Exotic but dashingly tasty, ....

Paal Payasam is one of the most traditional kheers of South India. It is served in almost every wedding and other special occasions. The traditional method, which involves cooking the rice in milk in a heavy-bottomed vessel, takes a long time. Hence, we present you with a quick and easy alternat ....

Muffins are a handy snack, which can be had for breakfast on a hurried morning or even carried along to gobble up en route to work! Interestingly, muffins don’t always have to be sweet. Here is a lip-smacking savoury muffin made of a blend of whole wheat and plain flours, perked up with grated veggi ....

A classic South Indian accompaniment, the Coconut Thuvayal is a slightly spicier coconut chutney made by blending coconut with roasted dals and spices. A dash of asafoetida boosts the aroma of this chutney while tamarind gives it an appetizing tang. The ....

When we say grilled sandwich, we don’t mean one in which the bread alone is grilled! In this unique recipe, not just the bread but also the stuff inside the sandwich is grilled. Grilled tomatoes, brinjal, paneer and lettuce go into this sandwich together with a layer of pesto, to absolutely enthr ....

Delicious cutlets, crispy on the outside and smooth and creamy on the inside.

Served in a transparent glass, this Layered Strawberry Sundae is so attractive, you will be tempted to skip the Main Course and go straight for it! The best part is that it can be prepared in minutes. A crust of crushed Marie biscuits is topped with tangy str ....

With its rich flavour and luscious texture, the Dal Pinni might as well qualify as festive cooking, but it is so satiating and earthy you will want to keep making it again and again! Here, a wholesome mix of dals and kabuli channa is smartly supported by veggies like cabbage and tomatoes that contri ....

This dip wins hands-down with tomato lovers! Saucy, chunky and tangy, the Mixed Veg and Tomato Dip offers you a range of textures and flavours using myriad ingredients like juicy veggies, tangy tomatoes, perky spring onions and peppy taste-givers like green chillies, ginger and garlic. You can e ....

We offer you the ever popular dilliwale roadside chaat with a pleasant twist! Instead of cubed potatoes, we use baby potatoes to make this spicy and appetizing snack. The potatoes are boiled, deep-fried and spruced up with an assortment of exciting spice powders. Enjoyed steaming hot, this Crisp ....

Chock-full of antioxidants, eggplant is a great addition to your diet, but do you often wonder if there are exciting ways to prepare it? here is a cream of eggplant soup that your family will slurp up delightedly. With onions and tomatoes for flavour, and basil for a herbed touch, not to forget the ....

A medley of whole grains teams up with exotic ingredients like pine nuts, blueberry, greens and veggies to give you a bowl full of excitement! Berries and nuts complement each other fabulously to give a whole new exciting twist to the whole grains. This is boosted further by a totally mind-blowi ....

A combination of antioxidant and fibre rich greens like broccoli and green peas with bean sprouts is an asset for weight-watchers . The sesam ....

A perfect mid-meal snack for the hot summer days that are waiting around the corner, these quick and easy Fruit Ice Lollies will be loved by kids and adults alike. With a perfect blend of fruity flavours and the right level of sweetness, these lollies taste too good! Moreover, this recipe requir ....

French Fries – that’s all that is predictable about this recipe, which is totally new, totally mouth-watering, totally mind-blowing! In the Mexican French Fries, regular potato fries are given an awesome Mexican touch by bathing them with a chunky salsa and g ....

Deep-fried peanuts with a perfect mix of spices, Masala Peanuts is an ever-popular anytime snack all over India. The blend of spices used might vary from region to region, but the core recipe is quite popular everywhere. Served as a

Leftover bhaji and ladi pav pair up to make a wonderful snack, which you can have for breakfast or as a tea-time treat. The buttery taste and enticing crispness of the pav is a perfect match for the mouth-watering flavour of the bhaji. The enticing gooeyness of molten cheese adds a fun element ....

Love Pav Bhaji? Well, let’s bring the magic of this snack into our lunch and dinner menus too, albeit in a different form! This innovative Bhaji Pulao features spiced rice, layered with mouth-watering bhaji, and served with crunchy-munchy, tongue-tickling churi papad. A brilliant one-dish meal ....