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5 Easy Steps to Prepare Puffed Amaranth Cereal


Amaranth is a nutrient-packed ancient grain that’s not only high in protein but also gluten-free. Its crunchy texture and rich flavour make it a good choice for a snack or breakfast. Here’s how you can prepare it at home:


One or two tablespoons of amaranth seeds and a stovetop or microwave.

Start by heating a dry pan over medium heat. Give it a few minutes to warm up

Add a small amount of amaranth seeds to the heated pan and evenly spread them out in a layer.

Shake the pan lightly to avoid burning as you cook for around 30 seconds. The seeds will start popping. When the popping slows down, remove from heat.

Let the popped amaranth cool before serving. You can have it as a cereal with milk, yoghurt or as a topping for smoothies and salads.

5 Easy Steps to Prepare Puffed Amaranth Cereal

Blueberry ice cream has a delicious and rich flavour. You can make it at home by following these easy steps:

Mash about 1 and 3/4 cups of blueberries. You can also use a food processor to crush them.

Blend 2 cups of light cream and a can of sweetened condensed milk.

Add the mashed blueberries and blend well.

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for about 20 minutes. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can keep it in a bowl in the freezer and mix every 20 minutes.

Transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for about 4 hours. Serve chill!


How to Make Blueberry Ice Cream at Home

5 Quick Salad Recipes for a Healthy Lunch

If you are following a health-conscious diet, salads are ideal to have for a healthy lunch. Here are some quick salad recipes that you can try:

The chickpea salad is loaded with protein. Toss some veggies like tomato, cucumber, bell peppers, and carrots with boiled chickpeas in olive oil. Season it with fresh ground pepper and herbs.

Mix tuna, blanched French beans, cannellini beans, onion, and parsley. Add lemon juice, pepper, mustard, garlic, and olive oil for dressing. Toss the veggies with dressing together and serve with boiled eggs.

Make a simple green salad by tossing in lettuce, cucumber, and avocado. Add lemon vinaigrette, Parmesan cheese, and salt to taste.

Make this delicious salad with shredded cabbage, carrots, and scallions. Make the dressing with mayo, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and maple syrup.

Pasta salad can be made easily by adding cooked pasta, a variety of veggies, fresh herbs, and cheese. Use vinegar and olive oil to make the dressing and season it with salt and pepper.


Easy Steps to Make Rajasthani Red Garlic Chutney


Rajasthani red garlic chutney is a flavourful and spicy accompaniment that adds a delicious kick to various dishes. Made with simple ingredients, this chutney is perfect for enhancing the taste of curries, snacks or even as a dip. Here’s how to make it in just five easy steps.


Add garlic cloves, Kashmiri dry red chillies, cumin seeds, ajwain, red chilli powder, salt, and a little water to a mixer grinder. Blend until smooth.

 In a non-stick pan, heat some oil and add mustard seeds. Wait for them to splutter.

Pour the blended chutney into the pan, adding a bit of water if needed.

 Stir well and let it cook on low to medium heat until the raw smell disappears and the chutney thickens, your Rajasthani red garlic chutney is ready to enjoy.

Easy Steps to Make Rajasthani Red Garlic Chutney

Easy Steps to Make Kashmiri Walnut Chutney


Kashmiri Walnut Chutney is a flavourful blend of rich walnuts, green chillies and aromatic spices. Here are five simple steps to help you make the chutney at home:


Soak eight to ten walnuts in warm water until they soften.

Now blend the soaked walnuts with green chillies together with a pinch of salt to make a smooth paste.

In a bowl, combine the yoghurt with red chilli powder and whisk until well-mixed.

Avocadoes are rich in various essential nutrients. Follow the given steps to make this healthy and yummy salad with avocados and vegetables:

Enjoy the chutney with your favourite meals or snacks after transferring it to a bowl.

Easy Steps to Make Kashmiri Walnut Chutney

Start Your Day with a High-Protein Apple Cinnamon Chia Shake


Apples provide essential vitamins and antioxidants, while chia seeds offer healthy fats and fibre for digestive health.


This shake is a wonderful breakfast choice because it keeps you full and energised.


To prepare this shake, blend one cup of milk, one diced apple, two tablespoons of chia seeds, one teaspoon of cinnamon, and a scoop of protein powder (optional).


Optionally, include 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for added sweetness.


Smoothly blend for five minutes, then transfer to a glass and enjoy.


Start Your Day with a High-Protein Apple Cinnamon Chia Shake

How to Make Wholegrain Brown Rice Cakes at Home


Making whole-grain brown rice cakes at home is simple and can be a healthy snack option. Here's a basic recipe for homemade brown rice cakes:

Cook 1 cup of brown rice with 2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 40-45 minutes until soft and sticky. Let the rice cool completely so it is easy to handle.

Once the rice is cool, transfer it to a bowl. Season with sesame seeds or spices for added flavour. Mix the rice well so that it holds together.

Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking. Take small amounts of the rice mixture and shape it into flat round cakes. If you want perfectly round cakes, you can use a cookie cutter or a small mould.

Place the shaped rice cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake them in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, then flip them over and bake until they become firm and slightly crispy.

Let the rice cakes cool down to harden further. Once cooled, they’ll be crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.

How to Make Wholegrain Brown Rice Cakes at Home

These yummy pancakes are easy to make and ideal for people who do not eat eggs. Here are the steps to make these delicious pancakes:

In a bowl, whisk together 2 and 1/2 cup flour, 2 tablespoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons sugar.

In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup melted butter.

Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until they combine well.

Heat a pan and grease it with some oil or butter. Pour 1/3 cup of batter into the pan for each pancake. Cook both sides until golden brown.

Serve your pancakes with any syrup, honey, or any topping of your choice!


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How to Make Homemade Butter in 10 Minutes

Homemade butter is easy to make. It is also free from any additives that the butter you find in the market may have.

To make butter, you only need just one ingredient: 2 cups of heavy cream.


Roughly chop 1 medium onion, 2 medium tomatoes, some green chillies and coriander leaves.

Once the butter starts to separate, strain the liquid.

Transfer the butter in a bowl and press it to remove any liquid.

Season the butter with salt if you wish. Enjoy!

Quick and Simple 3-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Desserts can also be made simple! This delicious chocolate mousse recipe only needs 3 ingredients, and can be prepared in 5 minutes. Here are the steps to make chocolate mousse:

Add 1 and 1/2 cups of heavy whipping cream to a chilled mixing bowl. Whip the cream until it becomes thick and frothy.

Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder and 1/2 cup powdered sugar and mix until soft peaks form.

You can also add almond extract if you wish. Whip the mixture until stiff peaks form.

Transfer the mixture into a piping bag and pip it into serving glasses or bowls.

Serve immediately or refrigerate for some time before serving.


5  Foods That Don't Pair Well with Chia Seeds


When chia seeds are combined with carbonated drinks, a gel-like substance may form, which may cause digestive problems.

Chia seeds' health advantages may be negated by the high-fat content in fried dishes, decreasing their effectiveness.

Chia seeds should not be taken with high-fat dairy products since this can cause bloating due to overloading the digestive system.

Chia seed nutritional content may be decreased and gut health may be impacted when chia seeds are combined with artificial sweeteners.

Combining chia seeds with overly thick yoghurt can create an unappealing texture and hinder digestion.

5 Foods That Don't Pair Well with Chia Seeds

Curd (yoghurt) is a versatile ingredient in Indian cuisine, often used for its cooling properties and probiotics. Here are some delicious curd-based Indian breakfast recipes:


A light and refreshing breakfast made with flattened rice (poha) mixed with curd, tempered mustard seeds, green chillies, and curry leaves.


A South Indian staple, curd rice is made by mixing cooked rice with curd and tempered spices.


Crispy bread slices stuffed with a curd-based mixture of vegetables and spices then toasted or shallow-fried.


Soft idlis soaked in spiced curd served with a tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves.


A stuffed flatbread made with a curd-based dough or filled with spiced curd.


Sabudana Thayir Pachadi (Sabudana Curd Salad)


A cooling dish made with soaked sago (sabudana) pearls mixed with curd and tempered with spices.


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5-Minute Delicious Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

This refreshing strawberry smoothie is loaded with nutrients that can kickstart your day! Here is how to easily make this delicious smoothie:

Add about 200 grammes of chopped strawberries in a blender. You can also use frozen strawberries if you like a thicker smoothie.

Add a roughly chopped banana and half a cup of coconut milk.

While both strawberries and bananas are naturally sweet, you can add a sweetener like maple syrup or jaggery, if you wish to make it sweeter.

Blend the ingredients until smooth. If you feel the consistency is too thick, add more coconut milk and blend.

Pour the smoothie into a glass and top it with strawberry slices or chopped nuts.


How to Make Indian-Style Fluffy Coconut Barfi in Just 5 Steps



If you are a fan of Indian sweets, make this delicious coconut barfi at home in five easy steps:

Blend 2 cups of grated fresh coconut and 1/2 cup milk into a slightly coarse puree.

Pour the puree in a non-stick pan. Add 1 and 1/2 cup sugar and stir consistently.

Cook the mixture until it thickens. Add 1 tablespoon ghee and 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom powder and keep mixing.

After it starts to leave the sides of the pan, transfer the mixture to a plate and let it cool.

Once it is cooled, cut it into squares and serve.


5 Easy-to-Make Vegan Desserts with 4 or Less Ingredients

Vegan desserts can also be made easily when you are short on ingredients. Here are 5 easy vegan desserts that can be made with just 4 or less ingredients:

Make easy and delicious brownies at home by using dates, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and coconut oil. Dates are naturally sweet and make a good base for the batter. You can also add some dairy-free chocolate chips and walnuts to it.

These delicious peanut butter and banana cookies are easy to make with just bananas, peanut butter, and oats. This recipe is healthy, nutritious and dairy-free. It also does not need sugar as bananas are naturally sweet.

This banana and mango ice cream only requires two ingredients: banana and mango! Blending frozen banana and frozen mango will give a rich and creamy consistency. This dessert is low in calories and loaded with fruit nutrients.

Make yummy chocolate truffles with dark chocolate, coconut milk, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. They are easy to make and can be delicious treats for your sweet cravings, perfect for your vegan diet.

Chocolate mousse can be made vegan with avocado, non-dairy milk, maple syrup, and cocoa powder. Avocados give it a rich and creamy texture with various essential nutrients. It can be easily made by blending the ingredients.


Delicious Rice Cutlet Recipe Using Leftover Rice


Leftover rice, grated vegetables (carrots and peas), boiled and mashed potatoes, herbs (parsley or coriander), spices (cumin, salt and pepper) and a binding agent (corn flour or breadcrumbs) are all needed to make a delicious rice cutlet.

In a bowl, combine the remaining rice, mashed potatoes, grated vegetables, spices, corn flour and herbs. Mix everything together until everything is fully blended.

Now, form the mixture into small, spherical cutlets by shaping little sections of it.

After that, carefully add the cutlets to the oil and fry until they are golden brown.

With a side of chutney, ketchup or yoghurt for dipping, serve the hot rice cutlets.  

Delicious Rice Cutlet Recipe Using Leftover Rice

Easy Steps to Bake Delicious Almond Plum Cake


One cup of finely ground almonds, one cup of all-purpose flour, one cup of sugar, half a cup of butter, two eggs, one teaspoon of baking powder, and one cup of sliced plums are needed to prepare Almond Plum cake.


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In a bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon, melted butter and one egg. After that, mix in almond flour, all-purpose flour and baking powder and lastly add some diced plums and mix well.

Pour the batter into the cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, you can also insert a toothpick in the centre to check if it’s baked, it should come out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a plate. Optionally dust with powdered sugar and serve warm or room temperature.

Easy Steps to Bake Delicious Almond Plum Cake

5 Simple Steps to Prepare Perfect Vada Pav at Home


Vada Pav, a beloved Indian street food, combines a cutlet with spicy potato filling and a soft bun, making it a delicious snack or meal. Follow these five easy steps to make this street food at home:


Boil and mash potatoes, then mix with chopped onions, green chillies, ginger, garlic and spices like turmeric and garam masala.

In a bowl, mix besan (gram flour) with turmeric, red chilli powder, a pinch of asafoetida (hing), a pinch of baking soda (optional), salt and ½ cup water or as needed to form a smooth batter.

Form small balls from the potato mixture, then dip each ball into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated.

Heat oil in a pan and deep-fry the coated potato balls until they are golden brown and crispy. Drain the excess oil on paper towels.


Slice pav (bread rolls) in half, place a vada in between and add chutneys and fried green chillies for extra flavour.

5 Simple Steps to Prepare Perfect Vada Pav at Home

Healthy and Crispy Veg Green Peas Cutlet Recipe


One cup of green peas should be boiled and then mashed. Add one grated potato, one finely chopped onion, and your preferred spices (such as cumin, chilli powder, and salt) to a bowl with the mashed peas.

For binding, add ½ cup of breadcrumbs to the mixture. Form the mixture into little cutlets or patties.

Roll each cutlet in breadcrumbs for an extra crispy texture.

Heat oil in a pan and shallow-fry the cutlets until golden brown on both sides.

Enjoy the cutlets hot with chutney or ketchup as a delicious snack.

Healthy and Crispy Veg Green Peas Cutlet Recipe

How to Make Guilt-Free Sweet Potato Brownies in 5 Easy Steps

If you are craving some brownies but worried about the sugar content, here is a guilt-free recipe for you that uses sweet potatoes!

Preheat the oven to 180C (350F) and grease a loaf pan.

In a blender, add 1 cup cooked sweet potato (mashed), 1/2 cup almond butter, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1/4 cup cocoa powder.

You can also add 1/2 cup chocolate chips if you wish. Blend the ingredients on high speed until a smooth batter is formed.

Transfer the batter to the pan and bake it for about 20 minutes. Once cooked properly, allow it to cool.

Quick and Easy Steps to Make Almond Halwa at Home


Badam ka Halwa (Almond Halwa) is a rich and flavourful Indian dessert made from almonds and milk. Take a look at these five easy steps to prepare this dessert at home:


You will need 1 cup of almonds, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of ghee and a pinch of cardamom powder.

Soak the almonds in hot water for 30 minutes, then peel them. Blend them into a coarse paste with a little milk.

In a pan, heat the ghee and add the almond paste. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden.

Pour in the remaining milk and sugar, stirring continuously. Cook until the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.


Add cardamom powder and mix well. Garnish with chopped almonds and serve warm.

Quick and Easy Steps to Make Almond Halwa at Home

How to Prepare Delicious Masoor Dal Pancakes


Soak 1 cup of dry red lentils (masoor dal) for 4-6 hours, then blend into a smooth batter.


Mix in chopped onions, green chillies, coriander, ginger, cumin, turmeric, and salt.


Preheat a non-stick pan and grease it lightly with oil or ghee.


Pour batter onto the pan, spreading it into a circle. Cook until bubbles form, then flip till it turns brown on both sides.

Serve hot with chutney, yoghurt, or salad for a delicious meal.

How to Prepare Delicious Masoor Dal Pancakes

Makhana vs Peanut: Which is the Ultimate Snack for Weight Loss?


Both makhana (fox nuts) and peanuts can be healthy snacks, but they differ in terms of their benefits for weight loss.


Makhana is low in calories compared to peanuts, making it a great snack option for those trying to lose weight. 100 grams of makhana contains approx. 350 calories. Peanuts are calorie-dense, with about 567 calories per 100 grams.

Makhana is very low in fat, with about 0.5-2% fat content. This makes it a lighter snack. Peanuts are high in healthy fats, which are beneficial but can add more calories to your diet.

Makhana has moderate protein content, about 9-10 grams per 100 grams. Peanuts are rich in protein, offering around 25 grams of protein per 100 grams, making them more satiating for longer periods.

Makhana is rich in fibre, which helps keep you full for longer and aids digestion. Peanuts contain fibre as well, which can help with satiety and digestion.

Due to its low calorie and fat content, and high fibre, makhana is an excellent snack for weight loss. Although peanuts can help with satiety, due to their high-calorie density, portion control is crucial if you're trying to lose weight.

Makhana vs Peanut: Which is the Ultimate Snack for Weight Loss?

7 Maharashtrian Chutneys to Spice Up Any Meal


Roasted peanuts, red chilli powder, garlic, salt, and a bit of tamarind. It is a dry chutney that pairs well with bhakri (flatbread), vada pav, or as an accompaniment to rice dishes.


Green chillies, garlic, salt, and peanuts (optional). It is typically served with jowar or bajra bhakri, it's a traditional rural chutney that adds heat to any meal.


Dry Coconut-Garlic Chutney (Khobra Lasun Chutney)


Dried coconut, garlic, red chilli powder, and salt. It is often served with vada pav, poha, or sprinkled over rice dishes.


While salt is essential for our body, consuming too much can lead to a build-up of excess fluids in the body and bloating. It hinders the detoxification process.

Roasted sesame seeds, jaggery, tamarind, and chilli powder. It is a unique chutney that is often served during festivals like Makar Sankranti and goes well with rotis or rice.


Raw mangoes, green chillies, cumin seeds, coriander leaves, and sugar. It is a seasonal chutney that can be served with chapati, poha, or rice.


Tamarind pulp, jaggery, chilli powder, and cumin. It is perfect for drizzling over chaat, or samosas, or adding a sweet-tangy punch to savoury snacks.


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5 Easy Steps to Make Gluten-Free Biscuits


You will need gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, butter, milk (or dairy-free alternative) and sweetener if desired.

In a bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder and salt, ensuring they are well mixed for even texture, gradually pour in milk and mix until a dough forms.


Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. The dough should be binding, neither sticky nor dry.

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 Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C for about 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

5 Easy Steps to Make Gluten-Free Biscuits

Arbi Tikki is a delicious snack perfect for Navratri, a nine-night festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. This gluten-free dish made from colocasia roots (arbi) is easy to prepare at home. Take a look:


Potatoes, arbi, fresh herbs (like coriander leaves), and spices such as cumin, coriander, and chilli powder.


Boil the arbi till soft, then peel and mash it along with the boiled potatoes. Add the herbs and spices and mix.

Form the mixture into small round patties or tikkis.

Shallow fry the tikkis in oil until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides.

Enjoy the Arbi Tikki with yoghurt as a perfect snack during the festive season.

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