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Cornbread is a beloved classic, perfect as a side dish for hearty meals like chili, soups, or barbecues. Moreover, it pairs well with a variety of dishes, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. This homemade moist honey cornbread recipe is easy to prepare, …
This easy No flour No Egg Brownie Recipe will surely be your next go to dessert. Not only is this flourless and eggless but rather completely grain free and full of nutrients.
In these secretly lightened-up brownies, the sweet potato adds depth of flavor and moisture, keeping the brownies soft and fudgy.
The Cauliflower Curd Rice is a lower carb version of the traditional curd rice from Southern India.
Curd rice is a staple diet from Southern India. This happens to be a comfort food for every South Indian. The curd rice is an easy recipe to make. Traditionally curd and cooked rice are mixed together and tempered with mustard seeds and some spices. Another variation is to mix milk and cooked rice and adding a little curd and keeping it overnight. This method used to be followed back in those days when people would carry curd rice for their long train journey. This method prevented the curd rice from becoming very sour.
For this lower carb Cauliflower Curd Rice, you can either prepare cauliflower rice at home or use the store bought cauliflower rice.
You may steam the rice in a pan or microwave it too. Then just add some greek yogurt or any vegan yogurt of your choice and add the topping.
This is a great make ahead or overnight meal recipe. And above all, this is guilt free and has the right amount of protein, fiber and carb.
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The Cauliflower Curd Rice is a lower carb version of the traditional curd rice from Southern India.
Curd rice is a staple diet from Southern India. This happens to be a comfort food for every South Indian. The curd rice is an easy recipe to make. Traditionally curd and cooked rice are mixed together and tempered with mustard seeds and some spices. Another variation is to mix milk and cooked rice and adding a little curd and keep it overnight. This method used to be followed back in those days when people would carry curd rice for their long train journey. This method prevented the curd rice from becoming very sour.
Clean and wash cauliflower florets.
Finely grate Cauliflower florets. You can also chop them finely or pulse in a food processor.
Add to a plate and steam for 5 minutes. Alternatively, you can microwave till cauliflower becomes tender.
Your cauliflower rice is ready.
Once cool, add salt.
Mix yogurt.
The Cauliflower curd rice is ready to be eaten as is.
You may add the ingredients of the topping.
For tempering, heat oil and add all ingredients.
Also add Thayir Milagai which goes very well with Curd rice. Thayir Milagai is a dry pickle very famous in the Tamilian community. A particular variety of chilli is soaked in curd and then sun dried. And is then sauteed in oil when needed.
You may also add some roasted peanuts if you like.
Serve the Cauliflower Curd rice cold.
Dedicating this Low Cal Breakfast Recipe to all Oats lover out there. If you are seeking variety for your daily oats consumption then here is an easy protein packed breakfast recipe which has the goodness of oats, lentil and loads of vegetables.
These easy and healthy Moong Dal Cookies have become my all time favorite indulgence. I love recipes requiring just 3 key ingredients and ready within minutes.
This No Sugar No Ghee Fig Burfi is No Grain, No Cook and Vegan too. What more can you ask for in a burfi. This is a delicious recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings while also providing many important health benefits.
With their honey-like sweetness and unique texture, figs are a delicious choice. This savory fruit belongs to the mulberry family. Whether you prefer it fresh or dried, you’ll get a lot of fiber, vitamins and antioxidants in one small serving. Younger-looking skin, luscious hair and better digestion are just a few of the many benefits of figs.
The other ingredients used in this recipe are equally healthy. Almond, a nutrient rich nut is an excellent addition to any recipe.
Cacao powder is packed with flavonoids. The nutrient helps lower blood pressure, improve blood flow to the brain and heart, and aid in preventing blood clots.
Hope you will switch your sweet and fat laden sweets with this healthy No Sugar No Ghee Fig Burfi for your celebrations.
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TWO EASY VEGAN DESSERTS WITH FRESH APPLES
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This No Sugar No Ghee Fig Burfi is No Grain, No Cook and Vegan too. What more can you ask for in a burfi. This is a delicious recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings while also providing many important health benefits.
Remove the stem of the figs.
Pour hot water and let soak for 1/2 an hour.
Add all the other ingredients to a food processor or blender.
Pulse or Blend till everything comes together.
Strain soaked figs and add to the blended mix.
Blend again till fig also gets fully mixed.
You can either make balls. Or, spread into a rectangle.
You can sprinkle any chopped nuts or toasted sesame seeds on top. This step is optional.
Cut into squares and serve.
These stay well for upto a month.
Oat Ragi Halwa is a delicious and healthy dessert recipe which is super easy to make and requires just 5 ingredients. If you are looking for a healthier version of halwa, then this is a must try recipe for you
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Rajma or Kidney Bean Uttapam is a twist to the traditional Southern Indian breakfast-Uttapam., a savory pancake. An uttapam (or uthapam, uttappam, etc.) is a type of dosa from South India. Unlike a typical dosa, which is crisp and crepe-like, an uttapam is thicker, with toppings.
Rajma and Chawal (Rice) is a staple diet for many indians. This Rajma or Kidney Bean Uttapam recipe is a must try if you love eating rajma in a different form.
Usually rice and lentils go into the making of Uttapam . In this variation, Rajma replaces rice.
Rajma is an excellent legume that helps in stabilizing blood glucose levels as it is a good source of soluble fiber and low on the glycemic index.
The abundance of soluble fiber and protein in rajma is one of the best legumes for a weight loss meal plan. These beans keep you satiated, slow gastric emptying time, and helps in losing weight.
This recipe will yield 8 servings with each serving having 123 kcal with 21.86 grams of carbohydrate and 8.16 grams of protein.
You can use any vegetable of your choice for the topping. You can use traditional toppings such as chopped onions, tomatoes and chillies. Or, you can make it a little fancy by adding grated cheese or coconut and peppers.
Alongwith the goodness of Rajma, this is a fermented food offering multiple health benefits.
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Rajma or Kidney Bean Uttapam is a twist to the traditional Southern Indian breakfast-Uttapam., a savory pancake. An uttapam (or uthapam, uttappam, etc.) is a type of dosa from South India. Unlike a typical dosa, which is crisp and crepe-like, an uttapam is thicker, with toppings.
Usually rice and lentils go into the making of Uttapam . In this variation, Rajma replaces rice.
Soak Rajma for 8 hours.
Soak White Lentil or Urad for 4 hours.
Drain water from Rajma and Urad.
Add both to a blender.
Add green chilli, ginger, cumin seeds, pepper, salt and curry leaves.
Add a little water and make a smooth paste.
Cover and keep aside the batter to ferment. Depending on the climate, it may take from 4 to 8 hours.
Once fermented, gently mix. The batter is ready. At this stage you can even refrigerate the batter for later use.
For making uttapam, heat a cast iron griddle.
Grease with a little sesame oil or any cooking oil.
Spread a ladleful of the batter and spread to make a thick pancake (about 5 inches in diameter)
Add any vegetable of your choice as topping. I have used chopped onions, tomatoes, red green and yellow peppers, green chillies and finely chopped ginger.
Add about half a tsp of sesame oil around the uttapam. This is optional.
Flip and cook for a few more minutes till the other side is also cooked.
Serve with any chutney of choice.
Beet Sago Khichdi is a tasty twist to one of the most popular breakfast items -Sabudana Khichdi of Maharashtra. Sabudana Khichdi is a popular dish during fasting in many states in Northern India.
Sago may contain fewer nutrients than other whole grains, but when combined with fibre-rich vegetables it may have potential health benefits.