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  • Protein-Packed 2-Minute Egg in a Mug Breakfast for Busy Mornings on the Go

    Protein-Packed 2-Minute Egg in a Mug Breakfast for Busy Mornings on the Go

    Intro

    recipe no. 23

    Hey there, busy individuals! Are you fed up with rushing through your mornings without a satisfying breakfast? Well, prepare to turn your hectic mornings into a delightful experience in just two minutes! Picture kicking off your day with a protein-packed breakfast on the go that not only nourishes your body but also excites your taste buds. By adding an egg twist, you can discover a whole new realm of quick and tasty breakfast options that will leave you feeling revitalized and prepared to tackle the day ahead. Bid farewell to those dull and uninspiring breakfast selections and say hi to a morning routine that is as invigorating as it is nutritious. Let’s ensure that your mornings are not just tolerable, but absolutely fabulous!

    Ingredients:

    ingredients graphic

    • 1 egg
    • 1 tbsp milk
    • 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 1/4 cup frozen veg mix
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Let’s Get Crackin’!

    • First things first, crack open that egg and drop it like it’s hot into your favorite mug.
    • Pour in the milk and give it a whirl – we’re whisking our way to breakfast bliss!
    • Sprinkle in the shredded cheese because, let’s be real, cheese makes everything egg-stra amazing.
    • Time to sneak in those veggies! Toss in the frozen veg mix for a pop of color and a boost of nutrients. You’re on your way to becoming a breakfast magician!
    • Add a dash of salt and a sprinkle of pepper to season to perfection.
    • Give everything a good stir and pop your mug into the microwave for a whirlwind adventure of 2 minutes.

    Drumroll, Please…

    Behold! Your protein-packed masterpiece is ready to steal the show. Grab a spoon, dive right in, and let the flavors dance on your taste buds.

    Nutritional Facts

    The information here is just an estimate derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculator. It is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional advice.

    Why this Breakfast Delight is your Morning Hero:

    • Quick & Easy: Say goodbye to breakfast stress with this lightning-fast recipe. Two minutes is all it takes to whip up a hearty meal.
    • Protein-Packed: Fuel your day with the power of protein, keeping you energized and ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
    • On-the-Go Goodness: Busy schedule? No problem! This mug of goodness can be enjoyed anywhere, anytime. Just grab, go, and conquer your day!

    So, dear busy bees, the next time the morning rush hits, remember this egg-citing recipe. Rise and shine with a smile, a mug full of protein, and the promise of a fantastic day ahead!

    Now, go ahead and make your morning extraordinary with this quick and delicious meal. Egg-celent choice, if I do say so myself! 🍳 #BreakfastGoals

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  • Chickpea Salad Delight

    Chickpea Salad Delight

    Intro to the Chickpea salad delight

    intro to chickpea salad

    Are you ready to become the potluck hero with a dish that everyone will love? Look no further than this Chickpea Salad Delight recipe that not only satisfies even the pickiest eaters but also caters to a large group of 15! Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this easy homemade food delight is bound to become one of your favorites made easy – a fun and quick solution for any gathering.

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    Ingredients

    ingredients

    • For the Dressing: 1/3 cup of olive oil 2 tablespoons of lemon juice 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard 1 clove of garlic (minced) Salt and pepper to taste

    Prep and Mix

    • Prepare the Chickpeas: Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
    • Chop the Vegetables: Dice the bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
    • Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
    • Combine and Toss: Add the chickpeas to the bowl of chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
    • Add the Finishing Touches: Crumble feta cheese over the salad for an extra burst of flavor. Give it a final toss to incorporate the cheese evenly.
    • Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Serve chilled and watch it disappear in no time!

    Nutritional Facts

    The information here is just an estimate derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculator. It is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional advice.

    nutritional facts

    The nutritional facts for the Chickpea Salad Delight indicate it’s a healthy and fulfilling choice for several reasons:

    • Low in Calories: At 127 calories per serving, it’s a moderate-calorie option suitable for various dietary needs.
    • Healthy Fats: With 3.2g of total fat and 1.2g of saturated fat, it provides essential fats for energy and satiety without excessive saturated fats, which can contribute to heart disease if consumed in large amounts.
    • Moderate Sodium: With 86mg of sodium per serving, it’s relatively low in salt, important for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels.
    • High in Fiber: Each serving contains 5.3g of dietary fiber, contributing to digestive health, reducing cholesterol levels, and promoting feelings of fullness.
    • Good Source of Protein: With 6.6g of protein, it’s a satisfying option that supports muscle repair and growth.
    • Micronutrients: It provides essential vitamins and minerals such as calcium (6% DV), iron (12% DV), and potassium (7% DV). These nutrients are crucial for bone health, oxygen transport, and maintaining electrolyte balance.
    • Low in Added Sugars: It contains 4.6g of total sugars, which are naturally occurring from ingredients like chickpeas, making it a healthier choice compared to dishes with added sugars.

    This combination of nutrients makes Chickpea Salad Delight a nutritious option that can contribute to a balanced diet, providing energy, supporting digestion, and supplying essential vitamins and minerals for overall health and well-being.

    Why You’ll Love It:

    • Ease of Preparation: With simple ingredients and quick assembly, this recipe is perfect for when you’re short on time but still want to impress.
    • Versatile and Colorful: The vibrant mix of colors will make your dish stand out on the potluck table, appealing to both kids and adults.
    • Healthy and Satisfying: Packed with protein and nutrients, this Chickpea Salad is a guilt-free indulgence that keeps you feeling full and energized.

    So, the next time you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat, give this Chickpea Salad Delight recipe a try. You’ll soon find yourself reaching for this fun and quick dish for all your gatherings!

    Now, go ahead and be the star of the potluck with this easy homemade food favorite made easy – you won’t regret it!

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  • Toasted Pumpkin Spice Chai

    Toasted Pumpkin Spice Chai

    Intro

    Is it Fall yet? If yes, here is the delicious homemade chai recipe with the fall ingredients. The season is for sure colorful and cheerful, and it calls for seasonal goodness like pumpkins and its tag-along spices. Incorporating seasonal vegetables into our lifestyle makes for outstanding health and well-being.

    The spices used are easy to make, easy to store and most of all easy to pair. The pumpkin spice doesn’t have pumpkin and still makes a heavenly pair with pumpkin. The allspice used in this recipe is a dried berry and is commonly known as Jamaican pepper, cause it looks like peppercorn. The tasting notes and flavors in allspice are cinnamony and clove with a touch of nutmeg. It is mostly used in seasonal desserts here in the U.S.

    The chai used here is black tea. However, nothing can. stop you from experimenting with your choice or preference, but the black tea brings out the flavors in the pumpkin and pairs authentically with the allspice.

    My favorite non-dairy milk is oat milk. Amazingly goes hand in hand to make rich, creamy, and tasty hot beverages. You can choose your health and taste preferences and make it dairy-rich, but the taste satisfactorily stays the same. I used my favorite homemade protein scoop to make it more rich and enticing in taste.

    It is very quick to make and this recipe has no added sugars, no artificial flavors and most importantly everything comes from plants. So, let’s not wait any longer to sip and slurp away this chai in our cozy places. psst! Don’t forget the free download for quick inspiration and to inspire others with your twists.

    Ingredients

    Directions

    Brew your Chai
    • To a cup of boiling water add crushed ginger, tea and allspice.
    • Simmer for 2 mins and turn off the heat.
    • Close the lid for 5 mins.
    Steam the milk
    • In a saucepan, add pumpkin puree and the protein mix.
    • Stir until it thickens up.
    • Add milk to the hot pan and stir until everything combines and steamy.
    • Turn off the heat and add vanilla.
    Spice up, Sip and Slurp
    • Strain the brewed chai into the steamed milk.
    • Stir and pour it into your favourite cup and sip away making that sipping noise, while having a hot brew on a cold morning.
    Adjustments
    • This chai tastes super delicious without any artificial sugars. If you want it even sweeter, add a tsp of maple syrup.
    • Since this protein mix is nut based product, you should totally avoid it if you are allergic to any kinds of nuts and opt for other ways to add protein and sweetness to your chai. You can add a couple of drops of stevia or 2 tsp of maple syrup to make it sweet.
    • If using tea bags, add them to the water once you turn off the heat and right before you close the lid.

    Nutritional Value

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. It is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • Serves 1 – 2 people.
    • Completely plant based,
    • Chai has lots of antioxidants, and less caffeine when compared to coffee.
    • You know what goes into your cup unlike a store bought beverage.
    • You can find more info about tea in general in my cheerful chai recipe.

    • Pumpkin is easily available all year round. So many things can be done with one medium sized pumpkin.

    • Carve and make Jack-o-Lantern.

    • Peel and steam to make hearty pumpkin soup.
    • Steamed pumpkin or pumpkin puree makes a good pumpkin pie filling.
    • The pumpkin seeds from a fresh pumpkin can be dried and roasted to make a healthy granola topping.
    • Pumpkin puree can be enjoyed in savoury and sweet recipes.
    • My favourite pumpkin recipe is Veggie lentil stew which goes deliciously well with rice.

    • And like today’s recipe it can be used in your tea and joe to make it seasonal favourite made at home.

    • Pumpkins are packed with vitamins C, potassium and fiber which aid in heart health, and not only that they have a good amount of beta carotene which is converted into vitamin A in the body which aid in strengthening immune system.

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  • Vegan Hidden Veggies Pasta

    Vegan Hidden Veggies Pasta

    Intro

    Have you ever heard of picky eaters having a wholesome meal? No? Well, this recipe might give you a big nod to say yes to veggies. It smells cheesy, it tastes flavourful, no fancy ingredients required and best of all it is homemade pasta.

    Choose your Pasta

    Your pasta can be freshly made, dried, or gluten free variety. Pasta can be your home’ favourite variety. Pasta is best eaten al dente, which means to the tooth. It should have the tenderness to chew but you should still be able to bite it. Cooking times depends on the pasta you choose. Covering pasta pot might help cook pasta fast enough.

    This recipe needs no baking. Everything goes in one pot, you can use the same pot in which you boil the pasta. Not much preparation required as well. You can sub canned tomatoes to the fresh ones. You can skip sugar if you use roma tomato variety. This recipe is homemade, and uses the signature cheese sauce with lots of vegetables and nuts. It is a plus point for vegans, vegetarian from which they benefit a lot from. This recipe is wholesome, packed with vegetable goodness but hidden.

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    Ingredients

    Directions

    One pot pasta Boil
    • On a high heat, boil water in a pot.
    • Once the water starts rolling boiling, add salt and pasta.
    • Boil it for 7-10 mins, or until the pasta is al dente.
    • Turn off the heat and drain the pasta.
    One pot pasta sauce
    • In the same pot, add chopped spinach, chopped tomato and sugar.
    • Mash them and bring together the vegetables.
    • Add the signature cheese sauce, basil and oregano, chilli flakes and salt to taste.
    • Once everything combines well, stir in pasta and mix well.

    Enjoy this pasta with a very good glass of smoothie for wholesome meal.

    Nutritional Value

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. It is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • This makes about 1 – 2 servings.
    • Pasta is carb rich but the special vegetables and meat you add makes it a wholesome meal.
    • The cheese sauce used is gluten free and dairy free and it makes a plant based cheese.
    • No oil needed, and makes it cholesterol free.
    • This recipe has protein, enough fiber and other essential nutrients.
    • Spinach is very good for our health, and you can substitute it with other greens like broccoli rabe, baby spinach and baby kale.
    • You can make it ahead, refrigerate it and reheat as a part of meal prep.
    • This goes well with your favourite add ins like beyond meat if you would like the meaty pasta.
    • Don’t forget to check out the well illustrated recipe with graphics and easy steps you can follow.

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  • Vegan Nachos

    Vegan Nachos

    Intro

    Are you tired of having nachos with meat and nothing else but lettuce like a salad? Here is a recipe with ingredients so tasty and delicious that you might not regret having them with chips.

    I don’t remember the last time I had nachos in a restaurant, because once I knew homemade ones are easy and delicious to make, going back for them was a big NO. First of all, the price and and the quantity don’t match. It is not wholesome. Chips are considered to be bad for health, but what about the protein in it? Chicken or beef, beans or corn are very nominal, don’t necessarily make a meal. This recipe is about making your cheat days or normal days healthy and extra nutritious.

    Plant Based Protein

    For this recipe you could choose a variety of beans from red, black, pinto, pink, black eyed peas and garbanzo. They can either be canned or properly cooked homemade beans. Soya chunks or soya curls used are completely gluten free, and are made with soy bean flour. You can use my signature cheese sauce for this recipe instead of conventional or dairy cheese and still get the cheesy flavor, which is again an amazing recipe with protein infused in it.

    Let’s dive into the goodness of cheese and chips with this easy, quick and delicious homemade nachos recipe.

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    Ingredients

    Directions

    Prep and Seasoning
    1. Heat up a pan add about 1 tsp oil , and sizzle cumin seeds along with diced onions and ginger.
    2. Stir in about a quarter cup chopped tomato and boiled beans without water along with boiled soya chunks.
    3. Season well with salt, chili powder, and taco seasoning if you prefer.
    4. Once everything is combined, turn off the heat, add a dollop of signature cheese sauce, cilantro and a tablespoon of lime.
    Equipment and Temperature
    1. On a baking tray which fits the air fryer, layer tortilla chips, a deliberate amount of cheese sauce and the hot seasoned mix.
    2. After about two layers, you can drizzle hot sauce, sprinkle jalapeños, tomato and onions.
    3. At 330º, in the pre heated air fryer pop the layered chips and air fry for 7 mins.
    4. If using an oven, broil the layered chips for 5 mins.
    Done and Dip ready
    • Once done, you can drizzle some dairy free sour cream, dip it in the signature Mayo-n-Gauc or homemade salsa.
    • Enjoy with fresh lime and mint agua fresca.

    Nutrition Facts

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. It is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • Serves about 2-3 people.
    • This is delicious and amazingly filled with nutrients.
    • If you are new to beans or prefer meat to beans, this recipe might change your mind.
    • This recipe has enough calories, and zero in cholesterol if you can cook the mix without oil.
    • No fancy equipments required. An oven can do as well as an air fryer.
    • Protein is present in both beans and soya chunks, are considered great add ins to a basic food recipe.
    • The cheese sauce used makes a great substitute as well as nutritious dairy free cheesy love to savour with your chips.
    • You could try making your own baked tortilla chips following easy simple steps like baking corn tortillas.

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  • Friendly KimBap

    Friendly KimBap

    Intro

    Hope you are not moving on from the latest and the most celebrated K drama Extraordinary Attorney Woo, because I have something really special from it. As we all know, K drama is about love, drama, action, suspense, thrill, and food. This series has lot of drama, and the fair dealings the characters have with each other is top notch. The drama is about the character who is on spectrum and the odds she faces with the world, yet proving to be Extraordinary in her own way.

    The depiction of food like any other Kdrama went beyond the viewers excitement, because the easy, delicious, homemade recipe got famous in the world of internet. It is the one that Dong Geu Rami, Extraordinary Attorney Woo’s best friend, in episode 8, makes breakfast for two with a quick, easy and undeniably delicious looking and yummy tasting KimBap.

    The fried egg along with caramelized kimchi for a kimbap is Attorney approved. Let’s get into this recipe to dwell in the present with this quick, easy, delicious, and homemade KimBap.

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    Ingredients

    Directions

    Frying the Egg and Kimchi

    1. Grease a pan with about 1/2 tbsp sesame oil.
    2. Crack an egg and fry it easy over or crispy until done.
    3. Add your fav seasonings like soy sauce, chopped red chili, sriracha, or spring onions.
    4. In the same pan, sauté kimchi with a pinch of sugar until it is aromatically caramelized.

    Layout and Folding

    • Fold Sushi nori starting from bottom edge to form a rectangle and fold either from right or left to form a valley fold square.
    • Unfold the sheet and lay out the ingredients starting with a thin layer of rice on the bottom squares and an egg and caramelized kimchi on the top squares.
    • Once it is properly placed, cut the middle of the bottom part.
    • Fold and overlap the seaweed and ingredients, until a square is formed.
    • Finally cut the square into triangle and plate.
    • Don’t forget to check my graphically illustrated recipe.

    Nutrition Facts

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. It is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • Serves about 2-3 people.
    • Sea weed is super nutritive and considered to add extra nutrients and minerals.
    • Nori is a red algae, dried and sold in the form of sheets.
    • It is eaten as snack, or can be a part of the meal or can be taken as a supplement.
    • Nori has Vitamin B12 which is very vital for vegetarians.
    • Research has shown that it is important in blood sugar control, and may as well improve immune system.
    • Eggs used are very good in vitamin D and protein which make for a good protein rich breakfast.
    • Kimchi is a nutrient rich and contains probiotics which has benefits of improving gut health and immune system. Caramelizing kimchi brings out the nuttiness and makes a great side dish as well as a add ins like in this Kimbap or fried rice.
    • Overall, recipe is quick, easy and deliciously homemade, which can be your favorite as well.

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  • Garbanzo Quick Grub

    Garbanzo Quick Grub

    Intro

    Did you know that Biryani is a call for a celebration!! It is one of my favourite one pot recipe layered in flavours, cooked with lot of imperfections to make a perfect dish of celebration.

    Origin

    Biryani has been introduced to this world, well it is unsure. The mystery makes it even more enticing to have a delicious dish. It is the most popular dish prepared, served and eaten mostly in India, nevertheless the finest introduction to the world of cuisine. It is a rice dish mixed with meat, vegetables, or nuts along with spices. It is made with different spices in different parts of the India. There’s spicy ones and there’s flavourful ones. The debate is still on, non-vegetarians scrutinizing a vegetable biryani as a pulav, and won’t let us vegan or vegetarians enjoy a biryani in peace. LOL… 😁Nonetheless, here I am, appreciating the pioneers of biryani and spreading my love for it.

    Select Your Protein

    This recipe is gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, delicious and guess what, a homemade which can be your favourite. You can modify it with your choice of protein, like chicken, mutton, tofu, paneer, chickpeas, bean variety, and vegetables. It is a stand alone one pot meal or can be part of your meal preps. I made it with all the pantry supplies accessible to most of us these days. If you want to enjoy your journey of vegan, or want to become one, this can be a top notch recipe to start with. But First a BIG shout out to VAHCHEF for introducing this recipe to the world. Now, let’s be quick to fix this box.

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    Ingredients

    The ingredients are for spice level 5 on scale of 10. It is assuredly up for some game if you are spice tolerant. Just eyeball if not sure!!!

    Equipment

    Directions

    1. Preheat the Airfryer at 400ºF.
    2. Marinade the chickpeas with all the ingredients except rice.
    3. Keep aside a quarter of the marination without chickpeas.

    Biryani Box

    1. Start by gently layering the 70-60 % cooked rice and marination in an oven safe steel container.
    2. Add the marinated chickpeas on top and extra fried onions.
    3. Place the Biryani box in the airfryer, set the temp to 360ºF for first 5 mins, later set it to 300ºF for 10 mins.
    4. Turn off the Air fryer and rest the Biryani box in the airfryer for 5 more min. Take it out carefully.
    5. The Biryani in a box is done and ready to be chowed down.
    Favourite Add ins
    • Mushrooms
    • Carrots
    • Potatoes
    • String beans
    • Corn
    • Baby corn
    • Boiled Egg
    Favourite accompaniments
    • Yogurt mixed with onions, chilli, lemon juice and cilantro with a dash of salt.
    • Yogurt mixed with cucumber and carrot shreds, with a squeeze of lime.
    • Yogurt mixed with tomatoes, cucumber with a dash of salt.

    Nutritional Value

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. It is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • This is a quick fix for a minimum of 2 people.
    • Firstly, Biryani is an emotion. It makes a satisfying meal.
    • Owing to the type of meat, it varies in the nutrients it offers, and never holds back on flavours.
    • Chickpeas biryani is rich in fiber and protein, which makes you feel full and satiated and reduce calorie intake.
    • They not only help in digestion due its fiber, but also might help in blood sugar regulation.
    • Chickpeas are inexpensive.
    • This recipe is a complete plant based meal. Nothing fancy or beyond the pantry shelves.
    • Various studies have shown that unsweetened coconut milk has very good effect on HDL“good” cholesterol levels and heart wellness.Even though unsweetened coconut milk is full of calories, it is said to have small amounts of MCT’s.
    • The spices like chili, garlic and ginger along with condiments like turmeric, garam masala are used in right amounts to bring out the benefits and right flavours of the dish.
    • Having biryani everyday may be frowned upon, but nothing beats a homemade biryani with your favourite add ins and accompaniments to have everyday 😉😉 with this easy, delicious, quick fix box.

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  • Quick’r Tupp’r Yogurt

    Quick’r Tupp’r Yogurt

    Intro

    Growing up in a tropical climate , yogurt always came to aid to cool down the body’s heat. My afternoon lunch at school always had yoghurt and rice. up until I graduated. After a full summer activity, the yogurt was churned with some salt and lime to make a savoury, delicious and refreshing drink.

    Yogurt has a lot of benefits nutritionally. It may be used to have on its own, or added to the smoothies for protein and thickness, put in sauces and curries for richness and sourness, and many more things to do with it.

    This is all about how you can make yogurt at home with your own starter, filled with probiotics naturally and avoiding processed, packaged and parceled things.

    It is delicious, homemade, easy and quick to make.

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    Starter Method

    In a deep saucepan, on a medium heat, boil the milk until there’s cream layer on top.

    1. Pour the milk in heat proof bowls.
    2. Wait until the milk is luke warm to touch.

    3. Pour the milk in two seperate small bowls.

      1. Add 2 – 3 green chillies with stalks still intact (preferably bird eye chillies, or the kind found in Asian stores)
      1. Add 2 dry red chillies with stalks

    6. Cover the bowls with a lid not too tight and place it in a warm place.(in the microwave with it’s light on, or an oven with its light on)

    7. In about 10 – 12 hours, yoghurt starters are ready to use.

    8. The bowls have different consistency, so pick one and make it your starter.

    9. These starters are not to be eaten fresh because they might tend to taste very tangy and sour.

    Homemade Yogurt

    1. Boil about 1/2 a gal homogenous whole milk on medium heat.
    2. Transfer the milk to the heat proof bowl when lukewarm, or warm to touch.
    3. Stir in about 2 tbsp of starters, (without the chillies) that is freshly made.
    4. Cover your bowl lightly and place it in a warm place.

    5. Leave it overnight or for 6 – 8 hours.

    6. Once it is done, you have the yogurt ready to be ingested with all its natural probiotics.

    7. All you will need is a couple of tablespoons of this same yogurt to make a fresh batch of yogurt.
    8. It is as easy as a breeze with little time on hands.

    Nutritional Facts

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. it is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • Theserving for this recipe is about 8 – 10.
    • Yogurt is best known for its probiotics, providing boost to your gut health.
    • Plain Yogurt devoid any added sugars, and only natural sugars found in a healthy food.
    • It is a good source of protein, you can boost your protein shakes with 1/2 cup yogurt.
    • Amazingly rich in calcium, bone health may be improved.
    • Studies have shown very convincing results for muscle strengthening with yogurt consumption.
    • Yogurt not only a snack all by itself but can be included in your snacks, like granola cups, fruit cups, savory dips, and accompaniment for spicy dishes.
    • This easy, delicious, homemade yogurt makes its special and just few steps away to make it into your favorite dishes.

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  • Yes, Naan Can

    Yes, Naan Can

    Intro

    Yes, You heard it right. Naan can Pizza.

    Naan is dated back to approx. 2,500 years and has now become the popular bread in parts of Asia, like India, and its neighboring countries Pakistan, Afghanistan, Myanmar. It’s a flatbread made with flour and water, often made in a Tandoor (a traditional clay oven) ,sometimes on a metal griddle. There’s an assortment of naans like Garlic naan, plain naan, butter naan, Peshwari naan with nuts on top, and many more.

    Naan is served uniquely in different regions of the world making it a unique flat bread. It is served as a complement with curries to make a meal, or simply with tea or coffee for breakfast.

    Naan can be bought from a store or made at home following few easy steps, by adding water to flour, instant yeast, and oil and make into a soft dough. Since naan can be prepared in many ways, I would love you to try this homemade pizza with naan as a makeshift pizza base. It is easy ,vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, and deliciously homemade.

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    Ingredients

    Directions

    Base sauce

    In a bowl, mix together ,the signature homemade cheese sauce with tomato sauce mixed italian herbs , finely chopped garlic and pepper to taste.

    Smear + Toppings
    1. Smear the base sauce onto the naan.
    2. Add your fav toppings like chopped olives, peppers, eggplant, mushrooms and spinach, preferably uncooked.
    3. Add dollop of cheese sauce onto the veggie.
    4. Sprinkle sliced basil on top for extra richness.
    Bake/Air Fry
    • In a Preheated oven, bake your naan at 350ºF for 6-10 mins or until the toppings are thoroughly cooked.
    • In a Preheated Air fryer, air fry your naan at 360ºF for 10 mins or until the toppings are nice and cooked.

    In addition you can add your fav vegan cheese if you prefer. My fav. so far is Daiya mozzarella cheese.(not an advertisement)

    Nutritional Facts

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. it is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • A whole wheat naan is fiber rich and hence can improve gut health.1º
    • The veggies are rich in antioxidants and variety of vitamins and minerals, therefore provide lots of health benefits from lowering blood sugar levels to decreasing the risk of certain cancers.2º
    • Naan paired with vegetables and beans make it more nutritious and healthy.
    • The cheese sauce used here has lot of benefits like improving immunity and gut health.
    • This recipe gives all the best a naan and a pizza can offer, with what’s in the pantry.
    • This recipe is totally modifiable with gluten free naan.
    • Let’s make the naan inspiriting with easy to make, delicious at its best and one of the homemade favorite Pizza.

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  • No Say Queso Quesadilla

    No Say Queso Quesadilla

    Intro

    This is easy, quick, delicious, gluten free, healthy and palatable quesadilla. It might beat the restaurant style quesadilla. The restaurants might have some pretty looking but not filling quesadillas, and once you try this recipe you might want to have it only at home, which is dairy free and affordable as well.

    I used my fav homemade corn tortillas and rummaged vegetables in the refrigerator. I always have boiled and frozen variety of beans for scenarios like this. To pair with it there’s a savory Mayo-N-Guacamole , which is totally customizable with vegan mayo.The cheese sauce in this recipe is my signature No cheese Cheese sauce (Say Cheese).

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    Ingredients

    Directions

    Saute and season
    • In a Fry pan, add enough oil to sear your veggies.
    • Add salt, cayenne and cumin powder
    • Finally, garnish with cilantro.
    Spread and fill
    • Spread the homemade Say Cheesesauce on the tortilla.
    • Fill it up with enough seared veggies and fold into half circle.
    Fry and slice
    • Fry or grill your folded tortilla by flipping over twice and pressing lightly.
    • Once fried, slice the tortilla into triangles and plate.
    Dip and dive
    • Dip and Dive in with your favourite dips.
    • This vegan Quesadilla matches with homemade Mayo-N-Guac and salsa.

    Nutritional Facts

    The information here is just an estimate and derived from an online nutritional analyzer or calculators. it is only for courtesy and convenience. Not to be considered as an alternative to professional’s advice.

    • This recipe is approx. 5-6 servings.
    • 100% Corn tortillas transcend over Flour tortillas for their gluten free and fibre rich nature.
    • These are low in calories and fat.
    • The veggies make this recipe fulfilling.
    • Cooked Red beans make it protein rich , which is why they name them “poor man’s meat”. They have low GI making them effective for blood sugar control.
    • It is zero in cholesterol when the veggies are baked.
    • The taste and the ingredients used are ultimately flavourful, and it is safe to say you could give it a try and get inspired or let me in on your secrets with homemade quesadillas, and inspire me.

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