Tabbouleh salad is one of those versatile salads that can be used as a condiment, a side dish with grilled meats or veggies, an addition to wraps or Falafel, or even as a salad*! So it can adapt to whatever you have … Continue reading
One of the first Middle Eastern foods that I ever tried was a Falafel wrap (along with Tabbouleh and Hummus)! I was instantly hooked; I just couldn’t get enough of them. But when we moved from Ohio to Massachusetts, we … Continue reading
Sometimes during the day, you just need a small quick pick-me-up. These 5-ingredient, no-bake, tiny energy bites fill that spot perfectly. They can be eaten pre or post workout, work really well on hikes or picnics as energy bites, or … Continue reading
One of my favorite breakfast dishes growing up was the Besan poode (also called Chilla). Just like pancakes with syrup are a popular choice for breakfast with kids and adults alike in the West, these savory versions of pancakes are … Continue reading
It’s almost 4th of July, and that means the season for some BBQ, and burgers! We try all sorts of different condiments and rubs for them but the side dishes get neglected. We will have the usual fries and coleslaw … Continue reading
You know that summer vacation has started when late at night, the whole house is filled with the aroma of freshly popped popcorn! Popcorn is the most popular midnight snack at our house during the summer when the kids are … Continue reading
The ubiquitous granola bar: portable, filling, nutritious, and delicious! I completely love them! But my only issue with them is their unpronounceable ingredients. From there began my journey of experimenting with different combinations of nuts and fats to create a … Continue reading
One of the most popular brown bag lunches that my husband prefers to take to work is this spicy Black Bean Zesty (Chaat) Salad. No doubt, connoisseurs of Indian street food will immediately know what a “chaat” is. Chaat is … Continue reading
Hummus is a Middle Eastern dip that has become popular globally. It is now the go-to spread/dip for vegetable crudités, pita chips, pita bread, chicken/fish sandwiches, falafel and wraps. There are probably many variations available in just about any local … Continue reading
Poha is a savory side dish that is very popular in India. Traditionally in India it is made with flattened rice flakes called Poha. They come dried in different thicknesses. People have Pohe at breakfast or as a snack during … Continue reading
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