About Kada Prasad Wheat (atta) is one of the staple ingredients in an everyday Indian diet. Whether it is chapati, paratha, or ladoo, wheat flour is commonly used in Indian cuisine. Kada Prasad is the Sikh name for wheat halwa. The mouth-melting, simple halwa is believed to be food blessed by the Guru. The prasad is served to everyone visiting the Gurudwara (Sikh Temple) from the same bowl. The taste of the simple halwa served at Gurudwara is divine....

So I caved in, the thought of fried chicken just does that to me. Sometimes you just want the crispy crunchy exterior that this crispy fried chicken yield. In West Africa, we steam or poach our chicken first in a sauce pan – preferably one with a lid, that fits securely on top, before deep-frying. I am going to tell you why. This helps the spices to infiltrate the chicken, retain moisture and more importantly, to assure that the chicken is fully cooked while shortening the cooking time....

If you’re not an okra fan, this okra soup recipe will convince you otherwise because the okra’s slimy texture is masked with bold flavors and nice, thick consistency. You’ll forget about the sliminess and only taste a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to culinary bliss. Okra is also a superfood that offers a ton of health benefits, such as aiding digestion and promoting healthy skin. Not only is okra soup delicious, but it’s also good for you!...

We We Love These Seared Ahi Tuna Loaded Nachos Imagine it… Layers of seared sesame-crusted Ahi tuna, fresh crispy wonton chips, cool mango pico de gallo, creamy avocado slices, crunchy shredded cabbage, and spicy wasabi mayo. Piled high and just begging to be devoured! I’ve been dreaming of these Loaded Ahi Tuna Poke Nachos ever since I tried something similar on our spring trip to Park City, Utah. Although these Sesame Crusted Tuna Nachos are not technically Hawaiian Poke Nachos, they offer the same refreshing and bright flavor profile, with a little extra texture on the tuna....

Why We Love Parmesan Zucchini Chips Need a savory snack, but want something that is on the healthier side? Curb your crunchy carb cravings with Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. If you crave that crispy texture from potato chips, but want something guilt free then you’ll love this recipe! We have a wonderful baked zucchini chips recipe on the blog that we love. While it is practically effortless to make, the key to making crunchy parmesan zucchini chips in the oven is to bake them low and slow....

Why We Love Apple Butter Meatballs Swedish meatballs are one of my absolute favorite comfort meals. The cozy spices and savory meat would be perfectly balanced with a little hint of apple, so I created these Spiced Apple Swedish Meatballs! They are perfectly easy to make and can be served as a meal or an appetizer. For ease, I like to make a bunch of them by baking them in the oven, but they can be browned in a pan too!...

Ohhh… Apple Pie. Memories of my childhood always flashback whenever I smell the buttery-spiced aroma of a freshly baked apple pie around the kitchen. It’s like I can see my mom’s smiling face while serving her best pie recipe. And of course, I want to share the happiness that this pie gives me, though I tweaked my mom’s recipe a bit to make it a version of my own 😉 Best Apples to Use for Apple Pie Every time my mom makes her apple pie, she loved to use Granny Smith and Honey Crisp variety of apples....

Diets Are Hard So… You’ve only been dieting for eleven days and already you’re craving fried chicken. You probably haven’t had fried chicken for months, maybe years, but now that it’s officially off-limits, so of course, it’s all you can think about. You lay in bed at night with a pinch in your stomach and crispy little drumsticks dancing in your head. This happens to me… All. The. Time. I can’t remember the first time I made “healthy” fried chicken, but I’m pretty sure it was right after the first time I discovered I needed to shed a few pounds....

There’s always something with meatballs. I don’t know what, but perhaps it comes together easily and quickly and the fact that you can pretty much experiment what goes into your meatball mixture. ( You can check my African-style meatballs HERE and this Pineapple Glazed Meatballs.) As a food blogger, developing a recipe doesn’t come too easily. There are times that I have to test a recipe for weeks or sometimes a month before I upload it on the blog....

Who knew having overripe bananas on the kitchen counter could cause this much excitement? That’s because it’s the perfect excuse to make my childhood favorite, Banana Nut Bread, again. Woohoo! But this time, I wanted to revamp my banana bread with loads of nuts for added texture and flavor. And it turned out fabulicious. Read along to see how it turned out. Clue: It’s totally mindblowing! 😍 Recipe Ingredients How to Make Banana Bread Make the Batter...

Why We Love The Gin and Tonic Cocktail The classic Gin and Tonic is such a simple and refreshing beverage. However, so many people mess it up! Today, we’re talking about what makes the BEST gin and tonic recipe: the proper ratio, the kind of gin you should use, the kind of tonic you should use, appropriate garnishes, and more. With just a couple of simple ingredients, you too, can make the absolute best gin & tonic cocktail at home!...

Why We Love This Best Turkey Brine Recipe Every year around this time I get questions about turkey brining. You ask… Should I brine my Thanksgiving turkey? Does brining really make that much of a difference? What does it do to the turkey? How do you make a turkey brine? How long should I brine a turkey before cooking? What’s the easiest and cleanest way to brine a turkey? Does the turkey need any seasoning after brining?...

The Best Vegetarian Pot Pie Recipe I’ll be honest, Chicken Pot Pie is one of my favorite comforting meals. I mean, it has everything you want from comfort food – a buttery crust, tender veggies, and protein, plus a rich and savory gravy. But let’s be real. The chicken is not what makes pot pie a winner! Nope, not at all. In fact, when you leave it out you’re left with an equally delicious, but slightly healthier, and totally vegetarian-friendly dish....

Why We Love This Blueberry White Chocolate Blondies Recipe Blondies, the chocolate-free cousin of brownies, are thick and tender squares of cookie-like deliciousness. They’re a sweet treat you can get pretty creative with and combine all different types of flavors pretty easily. We love fun variations like our blondie recipe with coconut and pineapple, and this decadent salted caramel cashews blondies. And these Blueberry White Chocolate Blondies are another way to enhance your classic blondie recipe!...

This made-from-scratch dish is super simple and turns out beautiful every time. There’s just something about homemade gravy that speaks to your soul! It’s comfort food at its finest. Let’s clear up a little comfort food misconception while we are at it. Homemade comfort food doesn’t always take forever to prepare! This cozy dish comes together in under half an hour, no joke. Plus, all you need are a few pantry staples....

This chicken recipe can be prepared in dry, semi-dry, and gravy form and can be served with steamed rice, naan, roti, chapati, phulka, etc. Curry leaves are a popular fresh herb used in South Indian cooking. Ninety percent of the tempering in South Indian recipes - that includes dal, upma, chutney, etc. - use curry leaves. Am I right? And if there is any garnish in Indian cooking that is green and not coriander leaves (cilantro), then it is curry leaves 🙂 Curry leaves is also known as kadi patta or Kari Patta in Hindi, kari bevu in Kannada, Karivepaku in Telugu, Karuveppilai in Tamil & Malayalam....

Regardless of where it came from, it is ridiculously mouthwatering. And it’s so simple and savory. Chicken Vesuvio is truly a one-pot meal. You start it out in a skillet on the stove, then transfer the whole thing to the oven for a flawless finish. The delicious sauce simmers away while the chicken and potatoes reach crispy, tender perfection. And it’s easy cleanup, that’s what I’m talking about! The first time I experienced the deliciousness of this incredible recipe in a restaurant in Chicago, I knew I had to learn how to make it....

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Instagram Viral Chilli Oil This Chili Oil recipe hack has been Instagram’s most trending and popular since 2022. It is oddly satisfying to watch, easy to try at home, and borderline addictive once you taste it. You will end up drizzling it over anything and everything. Chilli Oil is a spicy, garlicky, vegetarian Asian sauce—also known as chilli crisp. It is a traditional Chinese condiment served as a dipping sauce for dim sum, bao, and other main dishes....

Why We Love Chori Pollo Chori Pollo (or choripollo) is a simple zesty Mexican restaurant dish you can easily make at home! Here we’re sharing a skillet recipe inspired by my favorite local Mexican joint’s Chori Pollo. It includes sizzling chorizo, sautéed peppers and onions, and quick pan-fried chicken cutlets. Then sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top and finish with fresh scallions and cilantro. The combination of textures and flavors is irresistible!...

Apple cake loaf Our Fall is complete with baking this delicious loaf of moist apple cinnamon bread made using seasonal fresh apples. This apple bread is not only easy to make but also moist and addictive. When the bread is in the oven, the smell of baked cinnamon with apples makes it heavenly—one of the best ways to celebrate Fall and Thanksgiving. The best part about this apple bread is that you can serve it for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a cozy fall dessert....