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A search for the true Awadhi cuisine gives us an insight knowledge about the rich cultural standards that was being followed from generation to generation. The Awadhi cuisine marks the beginning of the modern era of Indian cooking. So far we have believed that the modern cooking techniques were just recently been introduced but it is found that these techniques already existed over the years.

Often ignored and overlooked, seeds are powerhouses of health. Rich in nutrients, essential amino acids, and healthy fats, the benefits of seeds are manifold! Often neglected for their much more glamorous cousins - nuts, seeds need to be a part of everyone’s diet. Dense in nutrients, they provide you with complex carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber, and plenty of energy! That’s not all.

Pickling is a process of fermenting veggies, fruits or meat in brine or vinegar without the presence of ample air around (anaerobic). Apart from extending the lifespan of food, pickling adds tang and valour to the food which can be used as an ingredient in various recipes or as a side dish to the main meal. Perishable foods stay flavourful for a longer time than their natural shelf life, and hence the seasonal foods are made available for months through the process of pickling. Refrigerator pickles are the variety of instant recipes which are unfermented pickles but needs to be refrigerated. Shelf life usually varies from a few days to few weeks.

One of the daily tasks of parents is to ensure that their kids eat well and healthy. But kids have their own preferences and eating habits that are challenging for parents to cope with. Kids are curious about new things and this is where the parents need to concentrate on. When the kids are involved in preparation of meals, the kids find it all the way more interesting to try the recipes that are made by them. Howeverminiscule their help is, their work that goes into the food thus prepared has a satisfaction attached.

Mayonnaise is a yummy emulsion of oil, vinegar, cream, mustard, spices and eggs. This creamy blend can be made egg free and even dairy free vegan mayonnaise are tried and tested to be awesome. Mayonnaise is a condiment that comes in pale colours, and its colour depends upon the ingredients used. Various flavours can be blended in to make it suit the recipe.

Samosas and Kachoris are the popular snack food that enthralls Indian streets during evenings. These samosas and kachoris are not only consumed in their original form, but also are included in various masalas, spices and gravy to make them the celebrity of chaats and masala chaats. With a variety of different samosas and kachoris differing in its ingredients, regionally popular street side vendors steel the “Chaat show” with ease. While most of us are familiar with the similarity of these Indian tea time snacks, are all of us aware of the difference between a samosa and kachori?

Mexican cuisine today is a fusion influence of Central American with Spanish and European cuisines. Mexican foods largely use corn, beans, avocados, meat of domestic animals, tomatoes, cheese and chilli peppers. Tacos and tortilla are famous Mexican food since ages. They came to use because of the ease of picking food without any need of bowls. Mexican cuisine also roots back to Aztec civilization who started the chocolate brews and cocoa-based recipes initially.

Winters are arriving and the best thing about the cold and cozy season is its food. Piping hot food, blanket and TV, what else you need in winters. Right? Well, during winters we are always confused about what to make during week nights that can give us a relief from the chilled weather. We have the answer! When the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, nothing hits the spot like a bowl of warm soup. They are healthy, delicious and also helps you to lose weight easy to make. 

Maintaining Good Health requires healthy food and a wholesome pre workout meal to ensure you get the best out of the efforts you're putting into your workouts. Food is like fuel for the body and ensures that your body does not wear out during and after a good workout session. But it is also vital to keep a tab on what you feed your body. You do not want to feel sluggish, which might be the case if you consume a very heavy meal just before your workout.

Sundal's are an integral part of a South Indian Cuisine. Whether it is ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri or any other festival, or simply as a snack you will always find Sundals as a part of a weekly diet. Sundal's are essentially legumes that are soaked and cooked and tossed in south indian spices like green chilies, curry leaves and coconut. It is most often had as a snack along with a cup of coffee. From Chickpeas, Green Peas to Sweet Corn, these sundals are very healthy to eat too and are a rich source of vegetarian protein. 

One of the biggest challenges of food to most bachelors, beginner cooks, newly married or people who are living single on their own begin with worrying about a decent start to the day. A majority of them opt to eat out, to skip the hassle of complexity in deciding on what to cook and are also overwhelmed with cooking procedures. The void that beginner cooks experience by eating out is not just a case of lack of time, but also a bang on health in long run. To all of us who wonder how most Indian households cook food every day, what if we tell you that there is a decent way out to prepare an easy meal more often than we imagine?

Millets are the small edible seeded grass wild variety being domesticated and made popular in recent times owing to its nutritional benefits. Initially grown commercially in China, India and African countries, now accepted globally with more research on its health benefits and an edge over most other major cereals. With ample protein, trace minerals and vitamins than many cereals, healthy and slow digesting carbs, millets like Bajra (pearl millet), Ragi (finger millet), foxtail millet, jowar (Sorghum) are a must include in our regular diet.

Are you bored with the regular homemade food dominated with region-specific recipes and same spice powders? Do many of you use the similar methods of preparation with various vegetarian and non-vegetarian ingredients to prepare every day’s meals? How does a restaurant style menu sound for this weekend? This menu comes to the rescue when you so want to go out for dinner on a weekend but have time and interest to cook, to whip up healthier versions, though.

Saturdays and Sundays are time to finish the backlogs of household work, clean, and prep up for the coming week. While doing all this, the need of awesome food that is different and keeps us energetic throughout the weekend is a necessity. Take a break from routine food and explore these remarkable vegetarian recipes that are must try.

Spaghetti is the most versatile of all pasta varieties and this, with good reason. Not only does it taste fabulous with every pasta sauce that has seen the face of the planet, but it can also be used to cook up some amazing recipes other than the regular Spaghetti Pasta.

Weekends are a time to rejoice a break from routine. They are also the laziest way to start the day sometimes, to sleep longer than weekdays and be relaxed. And it dawns that there needs to be food to keep us going through the day. Idea of a filling brunch to go strolling rest of the day or to do any cleaning, fixing up old pending works in house seems ideal at those times.

Casserole recipes are native to French cuisine, while they were later adopted to create different recipes to suit the regional palette across continents. These are an easy fix for dinner because the ingredients just need to be assembled and put away in the oven to be baked. Zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, cauliflower, tomato, and a plethora of veggies and meat can be included in casserole recipes with freshly made or stored sauces, exotic herbs to flavour up along with added spices.

Diwali, is one of the most celebrated festivals of India. It signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. As the festival is just around the corner, we are sure everyone is excited and gearing up to bring in the festival of Diwali with new clothes, household items and of course delicious food. This is one of those festivals where friends and family come together to celebrate. And where there is celebration, there will always be food.

There are days when we want to spend less time in kitchen by avoiding lengthy cooking process but at the same time, want to keep our taste buds pampered as well. Various spice combined with dals to make Podi comes in handy at those times. Podis prepared well in advance can usually be stored for a long time Podi is a delicious combination of spices and dals with desiccated coconut sometimes. Naturally protein rich, podi tastes delicious with plain hot rice, ghee, and sambar.

Potato is one of those vegetables which is loved by one and all, whether it is a kid or an adult. While we can make many recipes out of it, here are a few delicious recipes that you can make using Baby Potatoes. These tiny treats of potatoes are easy to make and looks great on your serving plates too.

Festival of light, Diwali/Deepavali is here as a reason to rejoice with family and close friends. Besides yummy snacks, sweets and savoury food, there is always lots to do. India celebrates it with 5 days full-fledged celebration, each day marking its own importance with the mythology and history attached to it. Though attached reasons of celebration alter with regions, Diwali is a celebration of light over the dark, within us, and around us. Crackers, diya, rangoli, flowers, fresh home décor-all mark the festivity of Deepavali.

Karwa Chauth has been a long lasting Indian tradition that portrays the devotion of wife towards her husband. It is a custom that every married woman fasts one day for her husband’s long lasting life. The festival is mainly celebrated in the north part of India and it is predominant in the states of Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The festival mainly depicts the wife’s love and affection towards her husband through the Indian customs and tradition.

Do you love to be busy? Enjoy your household chores and career together? Want to always eat right and maintain a healthy lifestyle? Or are you that perfect homemaker who ensures every day that the right nutrition is fed to the family? Morning rush hardly allows people to enjoy every bite of breakfast that is an essential fuel till lunchtime. What do you do to fill the deficit of the nutrition that might as well be incomplete?

South Indian Navaratri is a festival of nine nights celebrated by worshipping the celestial power “Shakti” in the form of Lakshmi, Saraswathi and Durga. While North India celebrates this festival as the symbol of victory of Rama over Ravana by burning the idol of Ravana, South India celebrates it as a symbol of Shakti’s victory over demons.