Meal Plans

In this edition we have lined up amazing dinner recipe ideas from the traditional Paneer Tikka Masala, Kerala Kadala Curry and many more recipes.

This week, we have a wholesome weekly meal plan menu with recipes from Maharashtrain Kanda Poha, Nimki Aloo Anardana Curry, Sagu Masala Dosa, Palak Raita, Nutella Filled Handpies and much more.

Here's a delectable and easy to make Continental meal plate for you which includes Mushroom Stroganoff, Per Peri Fish Fingers along with Buttered Herbed Rice. Mushroom Stroganoff is inspired from a famous russian dish called 'Beef Stroganoff'. In this recipe, Mushroom is cooked along with other vegetables like carrots, beans and corn in a creamy sauce.

Try this delicious meal of Palak Paratha, Tamatari Chole - a classic semi gravy dish made with Kabuli Chana, Kala Chana Salad and a bowl of curd. 

Here's a delicious and easy to make South Indian Breakfast Meal plate which includes a Spicy Neer Dosa, Karnataka Style Avarekalu Kosambari and Sweet and Sour Mangalore Cucumber Chutney.  Everyone loves Neer Dosa, therefore we thought to give it a twist to make it even more tasty and flavourful.

Spicy Neer Dosa is a simple Neer Dosa recipe which is spiced with some everyday spices like coriander seeds, dry red chillies, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds and curry leaves.To complete the meal, we have served Karnataka Style Avarekalu Kosambari and Mangalore Cucumber Chutney along with the meal.

Dhokla is a classic Gujarati dish, that is packed with a lot of flavor and taste. In this breakfast meal is a delicious and wholesome Palak Dhokla paired along with a fruit and dahi.

A breakfast meal so versatile, this meal is a combination of various food groups, to help kick start your day by breaking  your fast literally, from dinner time until this breakfast time the next morning. 

Here is a wholesome and delicious meal plate which includes Papad Ki Sabzi, Carrot And Capsicum Ki Sabzi, Methi Thepla, Beetroot, Carrot & Cucumber Salad with Peanuts and Maharashtrian Green Chilli Thecha.

Papad Ki Sabzi is a simple curry recipe made from Papad which is very popular in Rajasthani households. Along with the yummy curry, we have simple Carrot And Capsicum Ki Sabzi and Methi Thepla, a popular thin flat bread From Gujarat.

Needless to say, Breakfast by far is the most important meal of the day.  As simple as it gets, consuming good number of calories in the morning and fewer as the day goes on is a highly effective way to maintain healthy weight. 

Choosing food groups wisely for breakfast, is yet another important task. Here is High Protein Breakfast that includes Moong Dal Cheela With Stuffed Paneer, Dhaniya Pudina Chutney, Fruit Bowl & Banana Yogurt & Walnut Smoothie.

Yellow moong dal is rich in protein and when the cheela is stuffed along with Paneer, it adds to the protein and other vital nutrients that are required by the body. In addition, the Green Chutney, made from coriander and mint is delicious and as well as packed with a lot of vital nutrients that are required by the body.

This high protein breakfast is indeed a great way to kick start your day. 

Here is a wholesome South Indian Breakfast Recipe which includes Andhra Style Pesarattu Upma which is a delicious combination of Pesarattu and Upma. Pesarattu is packed with protein and taste as it is made from Green Moong Dal. 

Serve Pesarattu Upma along with Tomato Onion Chutney and Masala Chai. This healthy breakfast recipe has almost all nutrients that a body needs on a day-to-day basis. Different flavour profiles in the plate like spicy and tangy, will leave your taste buds satisfied and your tummy full. 

If you are looking to make a North Indian dinner, then this Puri, Hariyali Dum Aloo and Pudina Chaas is an absolute must try. Hariyali Dum Aloo Recipe is packed with flavours from from Spinach and Mint of which both are packed with nutritive benefits. 

 Try this delicious South Indian Breakfast, that includes a lip smacking dosa recipe - Spring Onion Dosa which you can serve along with a spicy Tomato Onion chutney, Coriander Coconut Chutney, and a piping hot Chai. 

Here is a wholesome Breakfast meal that consists of Matar Poha, Masala Chai and Fruits-Banana & Pomegranates that makes for a healthy weekday Breakfast. 

Breakfast as we all know, is the most important meal of the day. Eating a nutritious breakfast sets the tone for the day. This Breakfast plate is packed with almost all nutrients a body requires.  Poha is rich source of iron, making it a good option for breakfast, Bananas being rich in potassium & energy-giving, and Pomegranates on the other hand is a blood purifier and a great source of iron and folic acid. 

Ever thought of making innovative or new combinations of meals for lunch? All the time right? So here  we have created a dish pairing that has concepts of South Indian Cooking and made a creative lunch menu for you all. 

This week, we have a a wholesome weekly meal plan menu with recipes from Chettinad Vegetable Biryani, Stuffed Arbi Paratha, Bhindi Raita, Sindhi Sai Bhaji, Punjabi Kadhi Pakora and much more.

Here's a satisfying and wholesome meal plate idea that you can eat for your Lunch or Dinner. It consists of Malai Kofta, Peshawari Naan with a glass of delicious Kesar Pista Lassi. This North Indian meal is easy to make and is perfect when you have guests coming in for lunch or dinner.

Malai Kofta is a wholesome and rick curry in which Koftas are made of Paneer and Potato. These Koftas are then added to the rich tomato gravy. The best thing about this Kofta curry is that the Kofta are not fried. These koftas are made in paniyaram pan which makes this dish healthy. Along with this, we have served Peshawari Naan, Pickled Onions and Kesar Pista Lassi which makes this a royal meal, perfect for your weekend meals.

So if you have guests coming over this weekend, do try this mouthwatering vegetarian meal and let us know how you liked it?

In this edition of Weeknight Dinners, we have lined up everyone's favorite and easy to prepare dishes. From Bisi Bele Bath to Pav Bhaji, we have it all! 

Here's a comforting and Wholesome South Indian meal plate consisting of Arachuvitta Sambar, Carrot Beans Thoran, Carrot Salad, Steamed Rice, and a big dollop of ghee! This meal plate is a commonly prepared meal in most South Indian home especially Brahmin households

A simple and rustic Indian dinner meal idea, made South Indian style, this meal plate consists of Mutton Saaru with healthy Ragi Mudde & Pickled Onions. This Indian dinner recipe combination is usually served on a sunday afternoon in most Gowda community households. 

Ragi Mudde is a staple complex carbohydrate that remains constant in south indian meals. Ragi takes longer to digest, hence keeping them satiated for a longer period of time. The saaru changes everyday, making sure they make it a healthy meal with the addition of some vegetables and green leafy vegetables in the curry it is served with. 

For the vegetarians out there we can also serve this meal with your choice of South Indian Vegetarian Curries.

So go ahead and put this meal together for your family. 

Here's a satisfying and wholesome meal plate idea that you can eat for your Lunch or Dinner. It consists of Mangalorean Padengi Gassi, Kadale Manoli, Steamed Rice and a glass of Masala Chaas. This Mangalorean meal is easy to make and tastes delicious.

This week, we have a a wholesome weekly meal plan menu with recipes from Aval Upma, Palak Chole, Burani Raita, Horse Gram Idli, Amritsari Fish Gravy, Whole Wheat Lachha Paratha, Chicken in Lemon Butter sauce and much more.

Here's a weekly dinner menu plan that has set menus from across cuisines and a few are even comfort foods, the recipes for which have been passed on form generation to generation. 

A good breakfast can lift your spirits up and get you at the right energy levels to keep you going through the day. In case of a weekend, when you have more time, it is the perfect opportunity to make yourself and your family an elaborate breakfast. 

In this edition of Archana's Kitchen Breakfast plate, we bring to you the delicious Mangalore Buns served along with a mixed vegetable sagu and a must to have beverage of South Indian Filter Coffee. Here's a Veg Breakfast Recipe plate, that will keep your taste buds tickled and wanting to reach out for just one more Mangalore bun. 

Here is a weekly dinner plan menu spread across cuisines and comfort foods from Thai Basil Chicken, Punjabi Rajma Masala, Paneer Peshawari, Jeera Rice, Pakki Mutton Biryani, Strawberry Compote Galette and much more.